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65-year-old robbed, dragged by car in Jack in the Box parking lot

ST. LOUIS (First Alert 4/Gray News) – A 65-year-old man was dragged by a car in front of a Jack in the Box after his wallet was stolen, and St. Louis police said they are looking for the suspect.The man was eating inside the fast food restaurant on South Kingshighway Boulevard on...

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

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Police officer arrested after reporting for duty while impaired, department says

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (WBTV/Gray News) - An officer in North Carolina has been arrested after allegedly showing up to work impaired.According to the Huntersville Police Department, Officer Michael Ciarleglio was displaying signs of impairment when he reported to duty on July 15.Ciar...

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

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

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Federal student loan changes: what borrowers need to know and do right now

(InvestigateTV) — Federal student loan borrowers face a series of changes beginning July 1, and a debt relief attorney says now is the time to act — before those changes affect repayment plans or lead to delinquency.The changes apply to federal student loans. Borrowers with priva...

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

business

Restaurant owner defends denying service to National Guard members

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC/Gray News) — A Memphis restaurant owner is defending his decision to deny service to National Guard members working as part of the Memphis Safe Task Force.Miles Tamboli, the owner of Tamboli’s Pasta & Pizza, confirmed reports of his decision Wednesday.Under st...

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

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ATV driver ejected, then hit and killed by passing truck

FULTON, Wis. (WMTV/Gray News) - An ATV driver was killed after being thrown from the ATV and hit by a passing truck Wednesday night in Wisconsin.According to the Rock County Sheriff’s Office, a call came in for a crash with injuries around 10 p.m. on N. County Highway F, in Fulto...

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

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TxDOT to expedite build of new traffic light after toddler killed in Odessa crash

ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- State Representative Brooks Landgraf said crews with the Texas Department of Transportation will expedite plans to build a much-needed traffic light at the intersection of Andrews Highway and 100th Street after the death of an Odessa toddler earlier thi...

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

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Crash involving multiple 18-wheelers on Interstate 20

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A major crash is causing delays to eastbound traffic on Interstate 20 in Odessa. Witnesses and our reporter at the scene say at least three semi-trucks were involved. The crash happened in the eastbound lanes of I-20, just east of West County Road.Crews are...

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

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Child in ‘extremely critical’ condition after being hit by truck while riding scooter

BENNINGTON, Neb. (WOWT/Gray News) - An 11-year-old child is in the hospital after being struck by a pickup truck while riding a scooter.According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened about 4:30 p.m. Tuesday at the intersection of 179th Street and Island Circ...

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

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Woman dies after being hit by her own vehicle

HOUSTON COUNTY, Ala. (WTVY/Gray News) - A 63-year-old woman died after she was hit by her own vehicle, according to authorities.Tammy Mears hooked a battery jump box under her hood and was attempting to get back in her SUV when it started to roll and trapped her, Houston County D...

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

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TxDOT kicks off "Be Safe. Drive Smart." speeding campaign

The Texas Department of Transportation is launching its "Be Safe. Drive Smart." speeding awareness campaign and Operation Slowdown, which will feature increased law enforcement patrols from July 18 through August 2....

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

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Midland County approved new GIS coordinator position

The Midland County Commissioners Court approved the creation of a new Geographic Information Systems coordinator position in the Road and Bridge Department to manage infrastructure data and support departmental coordination....

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

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‘Sanford and Son’ actor Hal Williams dies at 91, reports say

(Gray News) - Actor Hal Williams, who starred in sitcoms such as “Sanford and Son” and “227,” has died, according to reports.He died on July 15 at his home in Rancho Mirage, California, a representative told Deadline. Williams was 91.Williams was best known for his role as Office...

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

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Mother, 3 others charged after toddler gained access to gun and was shot

BEAUFORT COUNTY, N.C. (WITN/Gray News) - Four people, including a mother, are facing charges after a toddler gained access to a gun and was shot, according to warrants.Beaufort County deputies were called to a medical emergency on Saturday and found a 2-year-old who had been shot...

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

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Man arrested after firing gun during argument, fleeing officers on foot in Midland

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A man was arrested Wednesday afternoon after firing a weapon during an argument with a woman, leading to a brief foot pursuit.According to the Midland Police Department, officers responded at about 1:56 p.m. Wednesday to a report of a disturbance involving...

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

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State Rep. Brooks Landgraf: Plans expedited for traffic signal after deadly crash

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - State Rep. Brooks Landgraf said expedited plans are underway for a traffic signal at the intersection of Andrews Highway and 100th Street following a crash that claimed the life of 2-year-old Isabel Gonzalez.In a social media post, Landgraf said that after ...

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

government

New GIS coordinator position open in Midland County

MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Midland County Commissioners Court has approved the creation of a new Geographic Information Systems (GIS) coordinator position within the county’s Road and Bridge Department, to strengthening how the county manages infrastructure, development and p...

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

Local

Tall City Brewing’s Landman Lager wins silver at U.S. Open Beer Championship

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Tall City Brewing Co. has earned a silver medal for its Landman Lager in the American Light Lager category at the 2026 U.S. Open Beer Championship.This is one of North America’s largest professional beer competitions.“This award means the world to our ...

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

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Border Patrol agents stop human smuggling attempt in Marfa

MARFA, Texas (KOSA) - U.S. Border Patrol agents stop alleged human smuggling attempt at Marfa checkpoint. According to a social media post from U.S. Border Patrol’s Big Bend Sector, agents at the Marfa checkpoint stopped an alleged human smuggling attempt on Highway 67. Border Pa...

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

business

Oxy donates land to Midland County for road improvements

MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Midland County is one step closer to better roads in its southwest corridor, thanks to a land donation from Oxy.The company handed over approximately 55.55 acres to the county, and representatives from both sides gathered at the site to mark the tra...

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

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United Way recognizes agencies supporting kids, families, adults in need

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - United Way of Odessa is recognizing local nonprofits supported through its latest round of funding, highlighting the work they do across three focus areas: health, youth success, and financial stability.According to a post made by United Way of Odessa, this...

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

safety

Five people arrested in connection with minor's shooting

ANDREWS, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Five individuals involved in the shooting of a minor that occurred last Saturday have been taken into custody. Reports show that both officers and Andrews EMS responded around 3:50 a.m. on July 11 to a reported shooting in the 700 block of Northwest 1...

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

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Grandfather killed when tree branch falls on him during walk with grandson

GENEVA, Ala. (WTVY/Gray News) - An Alabama grandfather was killed when a large tree limb fell on him as he walked through his yard with his grandson, officials say.Melvin T. Dixon, 68, was pronounced dead after an oak limb fell on him around 4:30 p.m. Tuesday. The grandfather had...

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

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Tommy White called up by the Athletics

LAS VEGAS, Nevada (KOSA) - The A’s number seven prospect has 10 home runs and 64 RBIs this season. ESPN’s Jeff Passan broke the news Wednesday evening. The A's are calling up third baseman Tommy White, sources tell ESPN. White, a star at LSU and second-round pick in 2024, is hitt...

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

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Two workers hospitalized after well drilling causes explosion

FULTON COUNTY, Ohio (WTVG/Gray News) - Two workers were airlifted to hospitals with life-threatening injuries after an explosion in Fulton County.The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office received a call about the explosion at a property near County Road 18 and County Road F near Wauseo...

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

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Coahoma softball hires Meagan Gonzales as head coach

COAHOMA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - After former Coahoma head softball coach Alex Orosco stepped down, they found their next coach to lead the charge in Meagan Gonzales. Gonzales comes from Sundown High School, where she led the Roughettes to the state title in 2025 and took them back t...

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

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Odessa native Elle Rylee crowned Miss Texas Volunteer

ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Elle Rylee is your newest Miss Texas Volunteer title holder and is excited to make an impact on a community that has supported her through so much. This past weekend, Rylee took the crown and while some would be safe to assume it must have been stressf...

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

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Video captures moment car performing ‘donuts’ hits bystander

MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - Newly obtained video shows the moment one person was hit by a car during a weekend car meet in Midland County, where two 18-year-olds are now facing felony charges.The video shows a blue BMW performing “donuts” in a parking lot at E. Wadley Ave. are...

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

safety

4 arrested in connection with shooting of minor in Andrews

ANDREWS, Texas (KOSA) - Four people have been arrested in connection with the shooting of a minor at an Andrews home earlier this month.According to the Andrews Police Department, officers and EMS responded to a report of a shooting at about 3:50 a.m. July 11 at a home in the Aar...

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

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Oxy donated 55.55 acres to Midland County for road projects

MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Midland County received approximately 55.55 acres from Oxy that will be used to support future road improvements as well as create better connectivity in the southwest part of the county. "Looking 50 and 60 years out, land is very expensive," M...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Jul 15, 2026

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7/15/2026 7-Day Forecast +3: Get the umbrellas out Thursday and Friday

ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – (7/15/2026) The ground is soaked; the rain keeps coming and that combo means we’re not out of the woods Thursday or Friday. Thursday starts off rather soggy, with showers likely in the morning and maybe a rumble of thunder before things ease back to sc...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Jul 15, 2026

business

Midwest Compressor opens Midland service location, assisting with natural gas compression

MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Oil and gas operators across West Texas now have a new service company to choose from who rely on gas compression, electric-drive skids, and vapor recovery units to keep production running. Midwest Compressor has now expanded to Midland with a new fie...

KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)Jul 15, 2026

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Lettuce sells out at farmers market amid concerns over ‘explosive diarrhea’ outbreak

MIDLAND, Mich. (WNEM/Gray News) — A parasite outbreak is raising concerns about lettuce and other leafy greens, prompting some residents in Michigan to change where they shop for produce.According to the Michigan Department of Health, results have pointed to lettuce and leafy gre...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Jul 15, 2026

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Researchers launch national survey on shift schedules and sleep health in firefighters

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Sleep is one of the fire service’s biggest health threats, and researchers are seeking firefighters’ help to better understand the impact on safety and well-being.The SHIFT Study — short for Shift Scheduling and Sleep Health in Firefighters — is a FEMA-fun...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Jul 15, 2026

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Results of Nolan Wells’ death investigation to be turned over to grand jury, Crump says

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WLBT/Gray News) - The results of the death investigation of Nolan Wells will be turned over to a grand jury once the case is complete, attorney Ben Crump announced during a conference with the Wells family Wednesday.An independent investigation of Wells’ cellph...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Jul 15, 2026

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Todd Blanche faces grilling in AG confirmation hearing

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee Wednesday in the first step of his confirmation process to become the nation’s official Attorney General.“I’m here today to earn your trust once more,” Blanche said in his o...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Jul 15, 2026

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GECU breaks ground in Odessa, marking first location outside El Paso

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - GECU broke ground on a new branch in Odessa, marking the credit union’s first location outside of El Paso and its second branch in Texas.GECU President and CEO Alex Rascon said the branch is prepared to support and serve the Odessa area. At the groundbreaki...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Jul 15, 2026

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Ector County man sentenced to 99 years for workplace murder

ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - An Ector County jury has found a man guilty of murder and sentenced him to 99 years.According to the Ector County District Attorney’s Office, Anthony Cortez shot his co-worker, Marcos Criddle, where they worked on Nov. 5, 2024.Prosecutors said surveil...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Jul 15, 2026

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Harmony Home breaks ground on new $10M Facility

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A longtime Permian Basin nonprofit is expanding right in its own backyard.Harmony Home Children’s Advocacy Center broke ground on a $10 million new facility aimed at increasing access to services for children and families who have experienced sexual and phy...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Jul 15, 2026

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Man charged with murder after woman found shot inside Iraan home

IRAAN, Texas (KOSA) - A man is in custody after a woman was found shot and killed inside a home in Iraan Tuesday night.Deputies responded to a home on East 7th Street following a 9-1-1 call. Inside, they found 47-year-old Claudia Ortiz with an apparent gunshot wound. She was pron...

KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)Jul 15, 2026