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First Alert 7 experiencing transmitter issues

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - First Alert 7 is currently experiencing transmitter issues and is working to resolve the problem as quickly as possible. While crews work to restore service, viewers can continue watching local news coverage by downloading the First Alert 7 app on Amazon Fi...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 14, 2026

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HIGHLIGHTS: Henrietta def. Stanton in the bi-district round

SNYDER, Texas (KOSA) - Stanton, with their first district title since 1999, wanted to ride that positivity into the bi-district round where they faced Henrietta. The positivity did not translate into the premier round of the playoffs, as the Buffaloes were met with a harsh 51-7 l...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 14, 2026

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PLAYOFFS: Midland def. Franklin in the bi-district round

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Bulldogs celebrated their playoff win in front of a home crowd. It was a great showing from MHS quarterback Holt Howard. He had passing touchdowns to MJ Washington and Walker Campbell, as well as a rushing touchdown. While it stayed a one-score game fo...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 14, 2026

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HIGHLIGHTS: Permian def. Eastlake in the bi-district round

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Panthers, for the third consecutive season, met Eastlake in the bi-district round. Permian held all the power in this game, allowing the Falcons only 22 points through four quarters. The Panthers now face their area round matchup against Keller, where t...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 14, 2026

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PLAYOFFS: Iraan def. Lockney in the bi-district round

ANDREWS, Texas (KOSA) - The Braves boasted a big 62-14 victory over the Longhorns. Iraan found a lot of success on the ground. Michael Patino and Brayden Martinez both scored first half rushing touchdowns. The win gets the Braves to 7-4 on the season. It’s Iraan’s first bi-distri...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 14, 2026

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Flyers at Midland airport describe delays after FAA grounds departing flights

MIDLAND, Texas — Flyers at Midland International Airport said their travel plans changed after the FAA grounded departing flights. The FAA said frequency issues in the national airspace system forced all departing aircraft to stay on the ground until further notice. Flyers descri...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 14, 2026

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Odessa prepares for its 100th anniversary celebrations

City officials in Odessa, Texas, are preparing for a year-long centennial celebration starting in December 2026 to commemorate the town's 100th anniversary....

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Nov 14, 2026

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FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Saturday, November 14th, 2026

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Saturday, November 14th, 2026: Showers and storms continue Friday night into Saturday morning, ahead of cooler weather into next week. TONIGHT Scattered to widespread rain will move in from the west and push eastward overnight and...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 13, 2026

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Watch Week 12 of the Friday Night Blitz 2026 here

MIDLAND-ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - You can watch week 12 of Friday Night Blitz LIVE here on Friday, Nov. 13. You can watch the live show at 10:15 p.m. in the video player below or online here . Check out the latest Blitz videos in the playlist below later tonight. To check out this w...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 13, 2026

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Midland airport travelers asked to check flight times once ground stop is lifted

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Federal Aviation Administration on Friday ordered a nationwide ground stop on all departing flights. Travelers with flights out of Midland International Airport will need to check with their airlines about flight times once the ground stop is lifted, a...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 13, 2026

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Odessa police arrest suspect in connection with hotel shooting

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Odessa police said a suspect was arrested in connection with a Nov. 7 shooting at the MCM Grande Hotel Fundome. According to Odessa police, 20-year-old Santiago Valencia, was found and placed into custody in connection with a Nov. 7 shooting at a hotel , po...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 13, 2026

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Terry Johnson enters pretrial diversion agreement in Midland County case

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Terry Johnson entered into a one-year pretrial diversion agreement on Friday, Nov. 13, to resolve his criminal case . According to Midland County District Attorney Glenn Harwood, the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure permits district attorneys to offer a di...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 13, 2026

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UPDATE: FAA lifts nationwide ground stop of flights due to a communications issue

MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - UPDATE: 8:00 P.M. The Federal Aviation Administration has lifted the nationwide ground stop Friday. According to Fly MAF, Locally, Midland international Air and Spaceport (MAF) has several arrivals scheduled for Friday 11/13/26, with the last incoming...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Nov 13, 2026

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Odessa police find 22-year-old man dead in home

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Odessa Police Department were called to a home where a 22-year-old man was found dead. On Nov. 11, police responded to a medical call in the area of Andrews Highway. Upon arrival, officers found the 22-year-old man dead at the scene. An autopsy is pendi...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Nov 13, 2026

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Judge Johnson faces dismissal of charges after diversion

Midland County Judge Terry Johnson entered a one-year pretrial diversion agreement on Nov. 13 regarding criminal charges stemming from allegations that he posted a private citizen's sensitive information on Facebook....

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Nov 13, 2026