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Future voter arrives early: Woman goes into labor at polling place

TOPEKA, Kan. ( WIBW /Gray News) — Tessa Von Fange went into labor after a trip to the Shawnee County Elections Office in Kansas, where she went to vote. Tessa Von Fange is a longtime voter. She said she has missed very few elections. “I don’t think there are too many elections th...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 5, 2026

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Single Powerball ticket matches all numbers for $847 million jackpot

(Gray News) - A single ticket matched all numbers in Wednesday night’s Powerball drawing with an estimated jackpot of $847 million. The Nov. 4 winning Powerball numbers were 15, 34, 41, 53, 56 and the red Powerball 21. Powerball officials said a single ticket sold in New Jersey m...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 5, 2026

safety

Woman charged with hiding income to pocket $12K in illegal SNAP funds

TOWN OF ADAMS, New York ( WWNY /Gray News) - A woman was arrested Wednesday on four felony charges alleging she fraudulently obtained more than $12,000 in SNAP benefits, authorities said. According to an arrest report and felony complaints in Watertown City Court, Nicole Brown, 3...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 5, 2026

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Local party leaders respond to blue wave victories in Texas Elections

The blue wave Texas experienced Tuesday was the result of Texans souring on not only the policy of current state officials, but also those of the Trump administration in regard to immigration, education and affordability, Ector County Democratic Party Chairwoman JoAnna Keese said...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Nov 5, 2026

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PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Karter Barrera

STANTON, Texas (KOSA) - It’s been an amazing turnaround for Stanton football in 2026. After finishing last season with a 1-9 record, the Buffaloes are 5-4, undefeated in district play and a win away from the 3A-DII District 4 title. A big difference maker for Stanton this year is...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 5, 2026

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2028 White House talk begins after historic Midterm Election Day

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Politicians are already looking ahead to the 2028 presidential race after Democrats swept key races across the nation on Nov. 3. Among the victory speeches and concession messages were signs of groundwork for 2028 and possible presidential runs by candidate...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 5, 2026

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Big Bend region works to preserve dark skies for research, wildlife

FORT DAVIS, Texas (KOSA) - Preserving the night sky is crucial for research and for protecting nocturnal species, and an initiative has been active in the Big Bend region since 2010 to protect against light pollution. Far West Texas is home to dark skies. At McDonald Observatory ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 5, 2026

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Athlete of the Week: Iraan junior Michael Patino

IRAAN, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Week 10 of the high school football season is in the books, and one Permian Basin athlete delivered a performance that was hard to overlook. Iraan junior Michael Patino is our Week 10 Athlete of the Week after helping lead the Braves to a dominant 56-6 ...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Nov 5, 2026

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Pecos water line repairs may cause low water pressure Thursday

PECOS, Texas (KOSA) - Pecos residents may experience temporary low water pressure beginning at 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, because of water line repairs. Residents in the following areas may experience temporary low water pressure: First Street through Fifth Street and from Cypress ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 5, 2026

safety

FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Thursday, November 5th, 2026

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Thursday, November 5th, 2026: Another beautiful fall day is in store across West Texas and southeast New Mexico with pleasant temperatures, lots of sunshine, and some added breeze with the next cold front. THURSDAY To start Thursd...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 4, 2026

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DNC Chairman shares party goals after ‘blue wave’

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Following a sweeping “blue wave” that saw Democrats flip long-held Republican seats across the country, party leaders in Washington are preparing an aggressive legislative and oversight agenda focused squarely on lowering everyday costs. Senate Majority Lea...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 4, 2026

Local

Professional wrestling comes to Midland with November Reigns event

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Professional wrestling is coming to the Tall City. Ixchel Villarreal spoke to two local wrestlers about the event and how people can see it in person. Hub City Championship Wrestling brings you a massive singles matchup as Jastin Taylor goes head-to-head w...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 4, 2026