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High school student accused of trying to make bombs for ISIS, deputies say

GAINESVILLE, Fla. ( WCJB /Gray News) - A Florida high school student was arrested after an investigation into his contact with a terrorist organization revealed he was attempting to make bombs, authorities said. Alachua County sheriff’s deputies said the 15-year-old is a student ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Oct 29, 2026

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PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Gino Cruz

GRANDFALLS, Texas (KOSA) - Grandfalls-Royalty started district play on the right foot. The Cowboys defeated Balmorhea 69-28, handing the Bears their first loss of the year. It was a big night for junior Gino Cruz. The Cowboy running back scored four touchdowns in the victory. He ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Oct 29, 2026

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Ruffneck seeks lasting change for West Texas animals

State Rep. Brooks Landgraf visited the volunteer-run Ruffneck Rescue in Odessa to discuss legislative priorities such as affordable veterinary care and animal welfare protections....

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Oct 28, 2026

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College professor among 2 found dead in home; suspect in custody, police say

LORAIN COUNTY, Ohio. ( WOIO /Gray News) - An Ohio college professor and a woman were found shot to death in a home, and a suspect is in custody, according to authorities. Wednesday morning, police responded to the Oberlin College Conservatory lot at 77 E. College St. to assist fi...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Oct 28, 2026

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Odessa Jackalopes look to keep hot start going against El Paso

ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Odessa Jackalopes are off to a hot start this season, winning nine of their first 12 games as they prepare for a busy stretch against the El Paso Rhinos. Through 12 games, Odessa has scored 45 goals while allowing just 24, averaging nearly four goa...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Oct 28, 2026

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Artificial intelligence transforms the workforce, regulations

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Nearly all industries have been impacted by Artificial Intelligence. Goldman Sachs estimates 300 million jobs will be impacted by the emerging technology by 2030. AI is reshaping industries by the day, resulting in jobs being transformed or erased. The chan...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Oct 28, 2026

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Pres. Trump returns to South Carolina

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - President Donald Trump will hold a rally in Rock Hill, South Carolina, a Charlotte, N.C. suburb Thursday. The goal is to encourage voters to vote for Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.) as she faces Democrat Annie Andrews. The latest stop on Trump’s “midterm blitz...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Oct 28, 2026

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Athlete of the Week: Permian senior Cayden Taylor

ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Permian senior running back and captain Cayden Taylor is the Big 2 News Week 9 Athlete of the Week after delivering a standout performance in the Panthers’ 42-17 win over Midland. Taylor carried the ball 19 times for 171 yards and three touchdowns, ave...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Oct 28, 2026

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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Heavy rain and flash flooding possible Thursday and Friday

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY for the threat of heavy rain and flash flooding on Thursday and Friday. THURSDAY & FRIDAY SUMMARY A strong storm system is forecast to bring abundant tropical moisture to West Texas and southeast NM, bringing widespread rain and the ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Oct 28, 2026

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Odessa organizations host nonpartisan voting event tomorrow

LULAC and Hispanic Heritage of Odessa will host a nonpartisan voting event on Thursday, October 29, to provide election information and increase voter turnout....

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Oct 28, 2026

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For politics, what is an October surprise?

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - An October surprise is an event that could shake up an election, but does it often make the difference? Matt Dallek, a professor of political management at George Washington University, described it as “an event that, at least in theory, has the potential t...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Oct 28, 2026