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El Paso Events this week: Neon Pop Party, Jazz Around Town, July Fourth fireworks and parades
Here’s a roundup of some culture and civic events in the borderland in the coming week. Get ready to glow during the Neon Pop Party from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday, July 5, at Oasis Waterpark, 13501 Jason Crandall Drive. Residents on the far East Side will be treated to swimming and glow-in-the-dark entertainment along with performances from DJ Jammin’ Manny, RoboTron and AM Ballroom’s Michael Jackson impersonator. Tickets are available for $18. Information: epwaterparks.com.
OPD says credit/debit card skimmers are on the rise
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The Odessa Police Department warned the public about a rise in credit/debit card skimmers being found at local gas stations. Skimmer devices are malicious devices that read the magnetic stripe on your card when you slide the card into the card readers. The skimmer then stores the credit card number, expiration date […]
Adopt-a-Pet with Carpet Tech: Meet Merida
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Each week on CBS7 First Alert News at Noon, we feature pets that need a forever home!. Our partners at Carpet Tech are supporting this effort and covering the adoption fees for this week’s featured pet. If you are interested in adopting Merida, you can...
'Robin Hood' opens Friday at Kokernot Outdoor Theatre
Jul. 2—Theatre of the Big Bend's 59th season opens with "Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood" by Ken Ludwig Friday, July 5, at the Kokernot Outdoor Theatre in Alpine. Based on the English ballads of the 14th and 15th centuries, this comic version of the classic story shows how Robin Hood becomes the famous vigilante and leader of the Merry Men. The play includes other classic characters ...
Overdose investigation launched after suspicious death of 13-year-old in Odessa
ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department is investigating the suspicious death of a 13-year-old child, believed to be from a probable overdose. The incident occurred in the 1900 block of E. 13th St., where officers discovered the deceased child. The Homicide Unit is leading the investigation, according to a press release from the Odessa Police Department.
Cooling shelter opens at Odessa Salvation Army
Jul. 2—Cooling shelters in Odessa and Midland are now open for those who need relief from this July heat with highs forecast in the low 100's this week. On Tuesday the shelters opened thanks to a team up between TXU Energy and The Salvation Army of Odessa and The Salvation Army of Midland. The cooling stations offer bottled water, electrolyte packs, and a safe place to stay cool when ...
Taco Tuesday in the Permian Basin: Here’s some local businesses with Tuesday specials
MIDLAND/ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- It’s Taco Tuesday in the Permian Basin and several local restaurants and food trucks offer special prices in light of this classic Tuesday tradition. Here are some local restaurants and food trucks to try out and visit for Taco Tuesday: Tall City Brick Oven Pizza 702 West Wall Street, Midland TX. The […]
Man accused in stick attack
Jul. 2—An Odessa man was arrested Saturday afternoon after a woman told police he came after her and her mother with a stick while they were out for a walk. According to an Odessa Police Department report, a woman called 911 around 12:40 p.m. from the 42nd Street and Tom Green area and said a shirtless man wearing shorts and carrying a backpack had struck her with a stick. When officers ...
Tropical Storm Alberto didn’t aid South Texas’ drought as expected
South Texas has been experiencing a three-year drought, leaving the lower Rio Grande area in a critical state with two of the region's major water reservoirs at record-low levels. The arrival of a tropical storm on the Texas Coast brought hope for relief, but Alberto failed to deliver.
Fireworks, heat and COVID-19: North Texas health experts' safety tips for the Fourth of July
Fourth of July celebrations on Thursday will lead into a fun-filled weekend for much of North Texas. Pyrotechnics remain a risky staple of Independence Day festivities, COVID-19 infections are on the rise and the sweltering Texas summer is in full swing — and local medical experts are sharing their tips on keeping safe this holiday.
New York Bans Gas Powered Lawn Equipment. Is Texas Next?
There's been a lot of movement lately in the United States about going electric for many different things powered by gas. We've seen a huge push for electric cars lately, and now some states are banning gas-powered lawn equipment. So, is Texas going to fall into that spot?. Here's what...
ALERT! New Scam Could Impact Texas Online Shoppers Soon
Texas residents are being alerted to a new "brushing" scam involving unsolicited packages from online retailers such as Temu and Amazon. This deceptive practice, which has been on the rise, involves receiving packages that were never ordered. Authorities are urging the public to be cautious and vigilant. Scams can come...
Warmer nights may become the norm for Central Texas
AUSTIN, Texas — When tracking record-breaking heat, most of the national headlines around the country are focused on high temperatures each afternoon. But what if we were to take a look at low temperatures?. There is scientific evidence that suggests that nighttime heat is increasing at an exponential rate...
Texas County Named Number One In Nation For Flooding Threat
Hurricane season is major worry for some in Texas. We've seen how major storms affect the state, and when a major hurricane is forecasted to hit our area, preparations begin. Attempts to limit the damage are made, and warnings are sent out to alert Texans when the storm will arrive. One of the biggest scares during the storms is none other than flooding.
Texas Is The 2nd Worst State For Dog Attacks, These Texas Cities Were The Worst
When it comes to dog bites and attacks on members of the United States Postal Service, only California is worse than Texas. According to a new study by the United States Postal Service, there were more than 5,800 cases of dog attacks on letter carriers last year around the country.
Public comment set to begin for 2025 TxDOT Unified Transportation Program draft
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - The 2025 draft of the Texas Department of Transportation’s Unified Transportation Program (UTP) is set to be released to the public on July 5. The document details the agency’s 10-year plan for various transportation-related projects and associated funding. The UTP is updated and approved yearly, but officials said it’s not a set budget.
ALERT: New Law In Texas Allows You To Ask Companies To Do This
The growth of technology in Texas is astounding. It's difficult to believe, but how handle things ten years ago is different from the current due to its expansion. In fact, people can get online anywhere these days, as long as their phone allows it. What some people don't realize is...
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