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Frisco Man Killed After 18-Wheeler Fails to Yield in Ector County Crash

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Frisco Man Killed After 18-Wheeler Fails to Yield in Ector County Crash

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ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- A 56-year-old man from Frisco was killed early Sunday morning after his pickup collided with a commercial trailer in Ector County. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the crash happened just after 5:30 a.m. on June 29 at the intersection of State Highway 302 and FM 181. Preliminary information indicates that a 2010 International truck with a trailer, driven by 24-year-old Manuel Lester Pena-Feria …See the Story

Lawmakers in Texas Advocate for Billions in Funding Alzheimer's Research

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Lawmakers in Texas Advocate for Billions in Funding Alzheimer's Research

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MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - House Bill 5 and Senate Bill 5 is focused on establishing the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (DPRIT). The bill is set to place $3 billion in research related to Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and dementia, by 2026. Grants would be awarded to eligible institutions that are located in Texas, and up to $300 million per year. Only 10% of the funding can be used for prevention. The institute will be…See the Story

Lightning strike displaces Midland family after late-night fire

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Lightning strike displaces Midland family after late-night fire

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MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- A Midland family was displaced after a lightning strike sparked a house fire in northwest Midland late Saturday night. According to officials, just before 11 p.m. on Saturday, June 28, firefighters responded to a structure fire in the 6500 block of Sequoia Drive. Crews arrived to find the home engulfed in flames, but fortunately, no one was inside at the time. No injuries were reported, but one family was displaced. …See the Story

Midland motorcyclist in critical condition after crash on Illinois Avenue

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A Midland motorcyclist remains in critical condition after a crash on W. Illinois Avenue, with police continuing to investigate the incident.Midland, Texas · Midland See the Story

Odessa Hopes to Hop Back on Top

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ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The city of Odessa is looking to make a big statement—literally. Officials announced plans to build what they hope will be the world's largest Jackrabbit, along with a visitor bureau. Odessa used to have the World's largest Jackrabbit. The eight-foot-tall sculpture once held the title, but not anymore. Ralls, Texas, now claims the record with a 14.5 foot-tall Jackrabbit. Now Odessa officials said that is time to hop b…Odesa · Odesa See the Story

Venezuelan man arrested in Midland, held by ICE after two alleged assaults on wife

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MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- A Midland man is facing two counts of assault causing bodily injury after deputies said he violently attacked his wife twice in a 24-hour period, leaving her bloodied and in visible pain. The suspect is now also being held on an immigration detainer issued by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). According to the Midland County Sheriff's Office, 40-year-old Jorge Luis Prado-Prado was arrested early Monday mo…Immigration and Customs Enforcement · Midland Read Article

Fort Stockton Police investigating early morning hit-and-run

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Tom Craddick to seek another term as state representative for District 82

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Longtime state Rep. Tom Craddick has announced that he will seek another term as the representative of House District 82.Midland, Texas · Midland Read Article

County OKs paid time off for employees who donate blood

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County Commissioners on Tuesday voted to approve approximately four hours of paid time off for county employees giving blood donations with Vitalant.Midland, Texas · Midland Read Article

Mosquitoes, mold, & muck: How to fight post-storm pests naturally in the Permian Basin

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ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The thunder’s gone, the skies have cleared, but if you live in West Texas, you know the aftermath of a summer storm is just getting started. After days of rain, puddles turn into mosquito resorts, humidity invites mold into every corner of the house, and seasonal allergies flare like it’s spring all over again. In the Permian Basin, where drainage isn’t always ideal and zoning varies widely between neighborhoods, the r…Mosquitoes · Midland Read Article

OPD investigating after woman assaulted at Sam's

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