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Temporary water service disruption announced in Big Spring

A temporary water service interruption is affecting residents and businesses near Birdwell Lane and Yale Avenue in Big Spring, Texas, as contractors conduct repairs on Monday, September 21, 2026....

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Sep 21, 2026

HIGHLIGHTS: OC sweeps MC for its first conference win of the season

ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Odessa College Wranglers took care of business against the Midland College Chaparrals, winning 3-0. The Wranglers won the first set 25-19, the second set 26-24 and the final set 25-16. Odessa improves to 8-10 this season, while the Chaps fall to 10...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Sep 20, 2026

What clean eating really means

( Aging Untold ) — The term “clean eating” gets thrown around a lot, but it’s not about pricey health food stores or perfect diets. We are breaking down what clean eating actually means, why frozen and canned vegetables still count and how small swaps can help your body work with...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 18, 2026

Four generations of family keep this chocolate business sweet

JERICHO, Vt. ( InvestigateTV ) - At Snowflake Chocolates , candy making is in full swing as the family business preps their next batch. It was Martha Pollack’s idea to name the business after Snowflake Bentley, the Jericho resident who was the first to photograph snowflakes. Like...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 18, 2026

Stanton breaks ground on new plaza to boost local economy

STANTON, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The town of Stanton was excited to come together as a community and break ground on the newest addition to their local economy. A new plaza broke ground on September 16th, and members of the community could not have been more excited. The Economic Dev...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Sep 17, 2026

Popular frozen dessert recalled over possible stones inside. Here’s what to know

(Gray News) - Pints of So Delicious Dairy Free frozen dessert are being recalled because they may have small stones or other hard objects inside. The recall includes pints of So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert that were sold in stores nationwi...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 17, 2026

Community rallies to save local favorite Pachuco's

MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - In a recent social media post, Pachuco's, a BBQ restaurant in Midland, was facing the idea of closing its doors permanently due to rising food costs and low profit margins. In the post, multiple community members commented on their disbelief at the si...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Sep 17, 2026

In-N-Out Burger managers now earn more than $200,000 a year, spokesperson says

IRVINE, Calif. (Gray News) - In-N-Out has been known for treating its employees well when it comes to pay and it appears those perks are only going up, especially for managerial positions. A spokesperson for the classic California fast-food chain recently revealed to Inc. that st...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 17, 2026

Midland Memorial Hospital sees surge in patient visits

Business and local leaders met at the Midland Chamber of Commerce's inaugural State of Healthcare lunch to discuss the significant growth of Midland Memorial Hospital and upcoming regional healthcare initiatives....

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Sep 16, 2026

Hand soap recalled for potential contamination of antibiotic-resistant bacteria

(Gray News) - Six hand soaps distributed to 15 states have been recalled because they may be contaminated with bacteria. The hand soaps were distributed by Intercon Chemical Co. to 19 wholesale companies and one retail company across 15 states, including California, Georgia, Illi...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 16, 2026

Sec. Bessent defends Trump dividends to Congress

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was on Capitol Hill Tuesday, defending the Trump administration’s economic policies. Officially, the House financial services committee hearing was about the state of the international financial system, but lawmakers also gr...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 16, 2026

This 13-year-old opened up a sandwich shop to serve his community

MANCHESTER, Tenn. ( InvestigateTV ) - While his friends are playing video games and posting on social media, Tobey Chapman is taking orders. The 13-year-old is the owner of Tobey’s Sandwich Shack in Manchester. The restaurant is built on family recipes and a savings account that ...

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

Man killed after lawn mower flips into canal, trapping him underwater

AUGUSTA, Ga. ( WRDW /Gray News) - Authorities in Georgia say a man working for a lawn maintenance company died when his lawn mower flipped into a canal, trapping him underwater. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office identified the victim in the Saturday afternoon incident as 67-ye...

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

How to spot a fake utility company call before you pay anything

( InvestigateTV ) — The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers that scammers may pose as local water, electric or gas company representatives , contacting people by phone, text or in person and claiming a payment is overdue. Josh Planos, a spokesperson for the Better Busines...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 11, 2026

Little Tikes iconic children’s toys go colorless for ‘contemporary feel’

(Gray News) — The Little Tikes Company is giving some of its most popular toys a modern makeover. The company is launching the Little Tikes Cloud Collection, which “reimagines the brand’s best-selling classics in a sophisticated, trend-forward palette of soft neutrals designed to...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 10, 2026

Pecos oil company owner indicted on theft, money laundering charges

REEVES COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A Reeves County grand jury has indicted the owner and operator of a Pecos oil company on theft and money laundering charges. 44-year-old Derek Zubeldia the owner of Zubeldia Energy Services LLC was indicted on charges of theft of petroleum product, m...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 10, 2026

Clothing company ordered to pay Buc-ee’s $850,000 for trademark infringement

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. ( WCSC /Gray News) — A clothing company based in North Charleston, South Carolina, has been ordered to pay Buc-ee’s $850,000 for trademark infringement. The famous gas station brand out of Texas filed the federal lawsuit against Born United , which speciali...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 9, 2026

O’Charley’s appears to be closing its remaining restaurants

(Gray News) — O’Charley’s appears to be closing its remaining restaurants. The restaurant chain was founded in Nashville in 1971. O’Charley’s is still based in Tennessee and currently has locations in 12 states , primarily in the Southeast. Those states include Florida, Georgia, ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 9, 2026

Dog supplements sold on Amazon, Chewy recalled for potential salmonella

(Gray News) - Dog supplements sold on Amazon and Chewy have been recalled because they may be contaminated with salmonella. The company Vet Plus, Inc. is recalling two of its dog supplements, Fi Calming Supplement for Dogs and Fi 8-in-1 Formula Supplement for Dogs. According to t...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 9, 2026

Permian Basin Central Labor Union holds 70th annual Labor Day luncheon

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Permian Basin Central Labor Union held its 70th annual Labor Day luncheon Monday. Laborers met up at Chito’s Restaurant in Midland. The union represents the interests of working people at both the state and local level. Former President Dan Holbrook sa...

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

Why waiting to buy could save you money

( InvestigateTV ) — Nine out of 10 Americans are now waiting for a sale before making an online purchase, according to a new CouponFollow survey, as rising prices push shoppers to stretch every dollar. The survey of 1,000 people also found 61% are willing to hold out a month or l...

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

Zero-trust approach can help protect against cyberattacks

( Aging Untold ) — Ransomware is malicious software that can lock users out of their data or device until a ransom is paid and spoofed phone numbers and artificial intelligence can make scams look and sound real. For older adults, families and businesses, one wrong click can crea...

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

Former attorney convicted of attempted murder after trying to shoot ex-wife in restaurant

TOLEDO, Ohio ( WTVG /Gray News) - A former attorney accused of trying to shoot and kill his ex-wife inside an Ohio restaurant full of patrons has been convicted, authorities said. A Lucas County jury found Matthew Exton , 43, guilty of attempted murder, two counts of felonious as...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 6, 2026

Permian Basin Fair & Expo marks 50 years in Odessa

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Permian Basin Fair & Expo is celebrating 50 years of fair days, family fun and West Texas tradition from Sept. 4-13, at the Ector County Coliseum. For ten days starting Friday, Sept. 4, fairgoers can enjoy carnival rides, livestock shows, live music, cr...

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

Vance: Countries privately aiding Iran isolation effort

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Vice President JD Vance said Thursday that “Operation Economic Outcast,” the Treasury Department’s effort to isolate Iran economically, is working, even as China continues trade ties with Iran. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the operation early ...

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

Will imported beef lower prices? Here’s what a butcher says shoppers should know

OMAHA, Neb. ( WOWT /Gray News) - Over the next three months, 300,000-metric tons of imported beef will be sold to U.S. consumers at a discounted rate, according to the Trump administration. The imported beef is expected to help lower beef prices. You will not find imported beef a...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 3, 2026

Farm features Charlie Kirk in corn maze. Here’s how the business responded to criticism

EVANSVILLE, Ind. ( WFIE /Gray News) - A farm in Indiana is featuring the late Charlie Kirk in a corn maze this year. Goebel Farms in Evansville said it chose to honor Kirk because he believed that disagreement should lead to conversation, not violence. Officials with Goebel Farms...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 3, 2026

Power restored in Fort Stockton

FORT STOCKTON, Texas (KOSA) - Multiple cooling centers opened in Fort Stockton after several power outages affected the community. Power has since been restored. Fort Stockton ISD reported that Alamo, Intermediate and Butz Academy were experiencing power outages....

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 2, 2026

New creative lab aims to turn artists into entrepreneurs

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A new creative lab called Artist to Entrepreneur is launching to help independent artists turn their passion into a sustainable business. Randy Ham, of Cultural Compass Consulting, had the idea to help artists learn how to build a sustainable business from...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 1, 2026

Fort Stockton asks residents to cut back on non-essential water use

FORT STOCKTON, Texas (KOSA) - The City of Fort Stockton is asking residents and businesses to temporarily reduce non-essential water use while crews address mechanical issues with one of the city’s wells. City says system remains operational City officials said Fort Stockton is n...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 31, 2026

Rescue kitten takes first steps using Lego wheelchair

WILMINGTON, N.C. ( WECT /Gray News) - A North Carolina store employee used his passion for Legos to help a rescued kitten take its first steps. Rex, a 4-month-old kitten rescued by a group called Rescue Connect, is learning to walk for the first time thanks to a custom wheelchair...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 27, 2026

You won’t see artificial coloring in these cereals anymore

(Gray News) - General Mills has removed artificial coloring from all of its U.S. cereals. The company behind Lucky Charms, Cheerios and Trix says 90% of its entire retail portfolio is now free of artificial dyes. General Mills is planning to reach 100% by the end of next year. Ge...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 27, 2026

Cane's celebrates 30 years by aiding local animal shelters

ODESSA & MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Birthdays are always a time to celebrate, but Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers is doing it uniquely. By giving back to the Permian Basin. The chicken chain is celebrating thirty years of business with a new promotion. The celebration will last ...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Aug 26, 2026

Cost of living crisis drives record crowds to Odessa’s Jesus House

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The unmistakable aroma of fresh burgers, donated by the local Block Meat Company, drifted through the air outside Jesus House at 11:00 a.m. as community members gathered. But before the lunch service began, Executive Director and Founder Donny Kyker paused ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 25, 2026

Midland County begins 90-mile chip seal project on county roads

MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Midland County has started a countywide chip seal project that will cover around 90 miles of county roads over the next two weeks. Midland County has contracted with Ronald Wagner & Co. to carry out the project. The company will deploy two large cre...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 25, 2026

Sweet relief: Odessa ice cream shop helps locals beat the West Texas heat

ODESSA, Texas — With West Texas temperatures climbing into the triple digits, many residents are looking for any possible way to cool down. An Odessa ice cream shop, La Michoacana is offering more than just sweet treats, providing locals with a wide variety of cold options to bea...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 24, 2026

Fresh sanctions imposed on Iran

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The Trump Administration calls the new economic measures aimed at Iran “Operation Economic Outcast.” The goal is isolating Iran and further disrupting Iran’s flailing economy. Monday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. is sanctioning more than 6...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 24, 2026

Here’s when ‘Tap to Pay’ is coming to Walmart and Sam’s Club locations

(Gray News) - Out with the old, in with the new. Walmart announced that it would begin adding tap-to-pay options at checkout in select stores and Sam’s Club locations, according to a press release. The company said it will add tap-to-pay options at select Walmart stores and Sam’s...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 21, 2026

McDonald’s workers hospitalized after suffering carbon dioxide exposure on the job

TROY, Texas ( KWTX /Gray Media) — Fast food employees at a Troy-area McDonald’s are recovering after officials say they were exposed to carbon dioxide while working. First responders reported being called to a McDonald’s restaurant inside the Love’s Travel Center near Interstate ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 20, 2026

The end of a music era. Columbia House mail-order club is going out of business

(Gray News) – It’s the end of a music era. Columbia House, a mail-order club that offered a dozen CDs for a penny each (if you committed to buying more at full price later) is closing for good. The club was famous for its ads promising “10 CDs for a penny” and its nostalgic “One ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 20, 2026

Salvation Army marks grand reopening with storewide discount

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The Salvation Army held a grand reopening Thursday, offering a 50 percent discount on everything in the store. Many people gathered to take advantage of the discount and to enjoy snacks and soft drinks. Every dollar the store makes helps keep its 40-bed she...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 20, 2026

Lineman dies while on the job, investigation underway

HENDERSON, Mich. ( WILX /Gray News) - A lineman in Michigan died while on the job in Henderson, the company he worked for said. According to the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the 48-year-old worker was performing overhead electrical work Aug. 13 when he ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 18, 2026

Here’s how to find out if you qualify for State Farm’s $5 billion cash-back payout

KANSAS CITY, Mo. ( KCTV /Gray News) - State Farm customers should check their mailbox soon; a surprise could be waiting. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company announced July 31 that it started sending out a $5 billion cash-back dividend to millions of policyholders. Stat...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 18, 2026

New wire and cable facility opens in Midland

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Distributor Wire and Cable opened an 80,000-square-foot facility in Midland last month. CDC Manager Miguel Grau said the facility is fully stocked to help businesses across the Permian Basin keep operating and growing. “We have three large machines that we...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 17, 2026

Jalapeño recall linked to salmonella prompts refunds at HEB, United Markets

MIDLAND-ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A salmonella recall involving jalapeños has affected supermarkets recently. Stores including HEB and United Markets say customers who bought the contaminated items can return them for a full refund and are advised to get rid of any recalled items th...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 17, 2026

Memphis bakery offers jobs, bread and a path out of homelessness

MEMPHIS, Tenn. ( Aging Untold ) — Lucy J’s Bakery, located inside Crosstown Concourse, offers more than baked goods. Head baker Josh Burgess has built the business into a source of employment and job training for people transitioning out of homelessness. Burgess named the bakery ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Aug 17, 2026

Almost 23,000 car seats are under recall. Here’s what you should know

(Gray News) - Evenflo is recalling Revolve 180 Litemax NXT car seats manufactured until March 31, 2025, due to calibration issues. The recall was announced on Aug. 6 and applies to just under 23,000 models. According to the company, the level indicator may be miscalibrated in vio...

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

Spirit Halloween’s parent company to acquire Hot Topic

(Gray News) - Spirit Halloween’s parent company announced it was acquiring the popular retail store Hot Topic. Spencer Spirit Holdings, Inc. announced it had reached an agreement with the private equity firm Sycamore Partners to purchase Hot Topic, Inc. and its brands: Hot Topic,...

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