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Investigation underway after Midland apartment fire

MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Midland Fire Department responded to an apartment fire Friday evening. The fire occurred in the 2600 block of North Midland Dr. According ot MFD, no injuries were reported. FD is investigating the cause....

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

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MFD battle 10 acre fire Saturday afternoon

MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Midland Fire Department responded to a 10-acre brush fire near Interstate 20 and Midkiff Road Saturday afternoon. MFD were able to contain the fire....

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

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Man killed in shooting at Midland's Club Remy

MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - A 30-year-old man died Sunday morning after being shot in a Midland club. The man was identified as Eric Mitchell Davis III. At approximately 1:59 am, Midland Police were called to Club Remy in reference to gunshots being fired. According to MPD, Davi...

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

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One dead and another seriously hurt after motorcycle crash in Ector County

ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A serious crash has left a woman dead and another in critical condition on Sunday morning. The Texas Department of Public Safety said the crash happened around 12:20 A.M. near E. Cottonwood Road and Lariat Trail. A Chevrolet Camaro was driving westbou...

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

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Texas Tech remains at No. 13 in AP Poll following win against Oregon State

LUBBOCK, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - After defeating Oregon State last night, the Texas Tech Red Raiders remain at No. 13 in the AP Poll. In their game against the Beavers, the Red and Black held Oregon State to 55 yards rushing. Tech running back J'Koby Williams had a solid outing, with...

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

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Investigation begins into death at a drill site

WINKLER COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - A 38-year-old man was found dead in his vehicle at a drill site in Winkler County. The Winkler County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a man who is believed to be an oil field worker off Little Joe Road. According to WCSO, the cau...

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

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HIGHLIGHTS: UTPB dominates Western New Mexico in their home opener

MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The UTPB Falcons get their first win in the Chris Softley era, defeating Western New Mexico at Astound Broadband Stadium. The offense was firing on all cylinders, totaling 554 yards, while the defense allowed 176 yards. UTPB quarterback Nate TenBarge ...

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

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Week Ahead in Washington: September 13

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Both chambers of Congress return to Capitol Hill this week for the first time since July. It will also be the last time the House and Senate are both in session until mid-November. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson has canceled the remaining two weeks of th...

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

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Elementary school students work to get postcards from all 50 states. Here’s how to help

NEW MADRID, Mo. ( KFVS /Gray News) - Students at a Missouri elementary school are working to collect postcards from all 50 states in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. New Madrid Elementary School counselor Casey Rost said students have received postcards from a range of state...

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

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Newly unveiled Charlie Kirk statue vandalized at Turning Point USA headquarters

PHOENIX ( AZ Family /Gray News) - A brand-new statue of Charlie Kirk unveiled earlier this week was vandalized overnight Sunday. The eight-foot statue, located at Turning Point USA’s headquarters near 48th Street and Baseline Road in Phoenix, was installed Thursday to mark the on...

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

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Athlete dies after medical emergency during Ironman 70.3

MADISON, Wis. ( WMTV /Gray News) - An athlete died while competing in the Ironman 70.3 in Madison, Wisconsin, on Saturday. Ironman USA said the athlete experienced a medical emergency. “We extend our heartfelt condolences to the athlete’s family, friends, and loved ones during th...

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

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Lyft driver’s late-night ride turns dangerous as he chases down hit-and-run suspect

PHOENIX ( AZFamily /Gray News) - While waiting on a customer, a Lyft driver witnessed a hit-and-run and immediately took off in hot pursuit of the suspect who he alleges hit the victim three times. Octave Gwin, a Lyft driver, was waiting on a passenger around 1 a.m. Friday in Pho...

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

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2 charged after 11-year-old boy locked in cage for hours at a time, court docs say

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. ( WDTV /Gray News) - A man and a woman from West Virginia are facing charges after an 11-year-old boy told authorities he was locked in a cage for hours at a time and hit with a paddle, leaving bruises. Michael Gibson, 44, and Angela Gibson, 48, have both been c...

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

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Stranger sets woman pumping gas on fire, leaving her with serious burns, police say

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. ( WWSB /Gray News) - Authorities in Florida say a woman was hospitalized with major burns after a stranger set her on fire while she was pumping gas into her SUV. The incident happened about 8 p.m. Thursday at a Mobil gas station in St. Petersburg. St. Peters...

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

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Man found dead inside vehicle near drill site

WINKLER COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Winkler County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a man near a drill site. They were on the scene located off of Little Joe Road. Deputies reported the man, 38, was found inside a vehicle and believed to be an oilfield worker. It’s u...

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

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4 officers hurt after car drives into crowd

GREEN BAY, Wis. ( WBAY /Gray News) - Four police officers were hurt after a disturbance in Green Bay early Saturday morning. The Green Bay Police Department said officers were called to the area of Doty and Washington streets just after 2:15 Saturday morning for a report of a dis...

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

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Midland woman killed in I-20 collision

MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - A 22-year-old Midland woman died after being involved in a two-vehicle crash Thursday evening. The woman was identified as Angelina Sharlese Archuleta. According to the Texas DPS, a vehicle with a towed trailer was eastbound on the service road of IH-...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Sep 12, 2026

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3 killed, including 12-year-old child, in crash involving semitruck

ROBERTSON COUNTY, Texas ( KBTX /Gray News) - Three people were killed Friday night after a semitruck left the roadway and collided with a large tree. Texas State troopers said the crash occurred just after 9 p.m. at FM 485 and Zane Wallace Road in Robertson County near the munici...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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Police officer fired for allegedly misusing Flock camera system

ATLANTA ( ANF /Gray News) — A Georgia officer with the Braselton Police Department has been fired after an investigation found he improperly used the Flock camera system, police announced on Friday. The officer, who has not been identified, was terminated on Aug. 20. The case has...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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Body of 16-year-old recovered after boat flips in pond, deputies say

SULPHUR, La. ( KPLC /Gray News) - Louisiana authorities say a teen boater has died after a boat flipped in a pond in Sulphur. The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office said two 16-year-olds and a 15-year-old took an aluminum boat to fish in a pond off East Burton Street Friday night....

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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USDA to airdrop millions of rabies vaccine doses over these states

ASHEVILLE, N.C. ( FOX Carolina /Gray News) - As rabies remains a serious public health concern, the U.S. Department of Agriculture will be spreading millions of rabies vaccine doses in bait across the Southeast. The annual program is aimed at stopping the spread of raccoon rabies...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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High Sky Wing AIRSHO aircraft nose gear collapses after landing

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - High Sky Wing AIRSHO has sent First Alert 7 a statement about Saturday’s incident. “Minor landing incident resulted in the runway being closed for debris, which meant the Airsho waiver was going to expire before we could resume the show. Show will go on as...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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Tall City Memorial Stair Climb honors 9/11 first responders 25 years later

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Hundreds of people took part in the Tall City Memorial Stair Climb at Astound Broadband Stadium, climbing more than 2,000 steps to honor first responders who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks 25 years ago. Organizers said this year’s climb was one of the...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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Pentagon Memorial breaks ground on new Visitor Education Center

ARLINGTON, Va. (Gray DC) - The 9/11 Pentagon Memorial broke ground on a new Visitor Education Center one day after the 25th anniversary of the September 11th, 2001, attacks. Jim Laychak’s brother was one of 184 people killed when American Airlines Flight 77 was hijacked and flown...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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$20M illegal weed bust leads to arrest in Oregon

SALEM, Ore. ( KPTV /Gray News) - Law enforcement officers in Oregon seized more than 110,000 illegal marijuana plants and 81,000 pounds of bulk cannabis valued at an estimated $20 million following a three-day joint operation across Clackamas and Marion counties. The investigatio...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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Washington marks 9/11 anniversary with tribute to fallen law enforcement officers

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Seventy-two law enforcement officers died while responding to the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. In the years since, hundreds more have lost their lives as a result of toxic dust exposure from that day. Five hundred ninety-five of their names are engraved at th...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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Woman accused of beating her husband to death with a flagpole, reports say

(Gray News) - A woman in California is accused of beating her husband to death with a flagpole. Vicky Kim, 65, was charged with suspicion of murder after police found her husband dead at a home in Palm Desert On September 4, deputies went to The Enclave shortly before 10 a.m. on ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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More than 2,000 pounds of meth found hidden in cabbage shipment

(Gray News) - More than one ton (2,000 pounds) of methamphetamine was found hidden in a shipment of cabbage, according to Drug Enforcement Administration agents. The shipment was found by the McAllen DEA office in the Rio Grande Valley, the agency confirmed. More than one ton (2,...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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72-year-old man dies after falling overboard from pontoon boat

CROSSVILLE, Tenn. ( WVLT /Gray News) - A Florida man has died following a boating accident on Watts Bar Lake on Friday afternoon. State wildlife officials identified the man as 72-year-old Stephen Mason of Homosassa, Florida. According to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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Woman killed in collision near Loop 250

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A woman is dead after a collision on Thursday night, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. A Kenworth with a trailer was driving eastbound on the service road of IH-20 approaching the intersection of Loop 250. The semi ignored the light and c...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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18-year-old college student dies after jumping out of moving vehicle, police say

ALBANY, Ga. ( WALB /Gray News) — Georgia authorities are investigating the death of an Albany State University student. According to the county coroner, Olivia Robinson, 18, died after jumping out of a moving vehicle on Newton Road around 1:30 a.m. Friday. The Albany Police Depar...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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Former church employee accused of stealing more than $350K

WHITE HOUSE, Tenn. ( WSMV /Gray News) - A former Southall Church employee is facing a felony theft charge after investigators say he took more than $350,000 in church funds. The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office said Southall Church contacted detectives in August 2025 about susp...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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Lady Gaga welcomes her first baby with her fiancé, reports say

(Gray News) - Lady Gaga is reportedly now a mother! People , citing a source, reported that Gaga, 40, and her fiancé, Michael Polansky, 42, have welcomed their first child together. The Grammy winner has previously expressed her desire to become a mom. In a YouTube video with Nik...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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Intruder shot and killed during home invasion, his alleged accomplice is facing charges

MEMPHIS, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) - A man is dead after police say he and an accomplice broke into a home, triggering a violent fight. Now, his accomplice faces multiple felony charges. According to an arrest affidavit, Devonta Johnson and Zarian Sanders went to an apartment in Me...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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High school student suspended after bringing cup of coffee on first day of school

BEAVER FALLS, New York. ( WWNY /Gray News) - A high school student in New York was suspended for bringing a cup of coffee to class on her first day of school. Julie Kaputa, a senior at Beaver River Central School, said her first day of school did not go as planned. “I walked in, ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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Father charged in infant’s death told police Satan, supernatural force caused injuries

BALTIMORE (WJZ) – Two Baltimore parents are behind bars after the death of their infant. A chilling and deadly case of child abuse unfolded inside the basement of a Brooklyn Avenue home. The parents of 2-month-old Aida Alvarado are now in jail. Aida’s mother, 21-year-old Katerin ...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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Podiatrist sentenced for sexually abusing 13 women during treatment, recovery

PORTLAND, Ore. ( KPTV /Gray News) - A Portland, Oregon, podiatrist was sentenced Friday to more than eight years in prison after 13 women reported he sexually abused them during treatment and surgical recovery. Brian Bowen, 52, received a 100-month prison sentence following his J...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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HIGHLIGHTS: Iraan def. Crane 60-21

CRANE, Texas (KOSA) - The Braves kept their foot on the gas to beat the 3A Golden Cranes. Big plays from Daniel Reyes, Manny Gonzalez and Kayden Dehoyos lit up Iraan’s side of the scoreboard. Iraan improves to 2-1 with the win as Crane drops to 2-1. The next challenge for the Bra...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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HIGHLIGHTS: Forsan def. Stanton 48-22

STANTON, Texas (KOSA) - Stanton welcomed Forsan for the Battle of the Buffaloes. Forsan took a commanding 21-7 lead at the half, and did not let it go. Forsan finishes this game on top with a 48-22 win over Stanton. Forsan improves to 3-0, while Stanton earns their third loss thi...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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HIGHLIGHTS: Coahoma def. Kermit 34-20

KERMIT, Texas (KOSA) - The Bulldog football team kept up its momentum with a Winkler County win. The game started with a recognition of local first responders. It was followed by a momentum of silence for the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. When the game got underway, i...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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HIGHLIGHTS: Amarillo def. Midland 17-14

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Tonight was homecoming at Astound Broadband Stadium for the Midland Bulldogs as they took on the Amarillo Sandies. Amarillo gets it going first on the scoreboard. Hunter Randles finds Caden Virden in the end zone for the first touchdown of the game. Midlan...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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HIGHLIGHTS: Wink def. Compass 42-13

WINK, Texas (KOSA) - The 2-0 Wildcats looked to keep their momentum going as they hosted the Odessa Compass Cougars. By the time the game was at halftime, the Wildcats held a strong lead at 35-6. That continued until the end of the game where Wink defeated Compass 42-13. Wink wil...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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HIGHLIGHTS: Monahans def. Lovington NM 35-7

MONAHANS, Texas (KOSA) - The Loboes pick up a homecoming victory versus an out-of-state opponent. Monahans got on the board first in this one with a rushing touchdown from Miguel Gonzalez. That type of production, as well as great plays from the defense, was enough for a Lobo win...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026

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Game of the Week Standout Player: Iraan QB Manny Gonzalez

CRANE, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Iraan's quarterback, Manny Gonzalez, is our standout player from our game of the week. Gonzalez got it done with his arm and legs and was unstoppable, helping his team put up 60 points in the win. Watch the video above to hear about our standout player ...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Sep 12, 2026

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HIGHLIGHTS: Fort Stockton vs. Ysleta

EL PASO, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - El Paso Ysleta defeated Fort Stockton 35-28. With the loss the Panthers fall to 0-3. Next week, the Panthers are back at home as they seek their first win of the season against Idalou. Watch the video above for the highlights....

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Sep 12, 2026

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Game of the Week Postgame Interview: Iraan head coach Call Barnard

CRANE, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Iraan defeated Crane 60-21, improving to 2-1 on the season. Watch the video above to hear from Iraan's head coach, Call Barnard, after the big win against Crane....

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Sep 12, 2026

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HIGHLIGHTS: Reagan County vs. Miles

MILES, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Reagan County Owls went on the road and spoiled the homecoming of the Miles Bulldogs in overtime with a 45-43 victory. With the win the Owls improved to 2-1. Next week, the Owls are at home taking on McCamey. Watch the video above for the highlights...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Sep 12, 2026

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HIGHLIGHTS: Coahoma vs. Kermit

KERMIT, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Coahoma went on the road to Kermit and got the 34-20 victory. The Bulldogs win their second straight game while the Yellow Jackets drop to 0-3. In week four, Coahoma is at home against Abernathy, and Kermit is at home against Alpine. Watch the video ab...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Sep 12, 2026

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HIGHLIGHTS: Compass vs. Wink

WINK, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Wink Wildcats hosted Compass for their homecoming game and got the 42-13 victory, improving to 3-0. With the loss the Cougars drop to 0-3. Next week, the Wildcats are on the road facing New Home, and the Cougars are on the road to face Merkel. Watch ...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Sep 12, 2026

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HIGHLIGHTS: Eastlake def. Midland Lee 51-48

EL PASO, Texas (KOSA) - A fourth quarter rally from the Rebels wasn’t enough to overcome the Falcons. Midland Lee was trying a bunch of things on offense tonight to get on the board. Quarterbacks JP Reyes and Santi Mendoza both saw the field and both of them scored touchdowns. Ea...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Sep 12, 2026