Noe Ortega

Multimedia Journalist at KOSA-TV (Odessa, TX)

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Seventh “Go for Launch” program returns to Midland

Jun 12, 2024 | cbs7.com | Noe Ortega

Midland, Texas (KOSA) -Day two of the Go for Launch program, which teaches middle and high school kids in Midland ISD, about the STEM workforce. This is the 7th time this program has happened in Midland. The students said that the best part about this program is being able to hear first hand from astronaut James Reilly, hearing his stories and experience of being in space. “It’s honestly like really cool to see those pictures of him in his uniform. It’s like wow, this is like real.
Basin Pride hosts Rainbow hike in honor of Pride Month

Jun 6, 2024 | cbs7.com | Noe Ortega

Midland, Texas (KOSA) -In honor of Pride Month, Basin Pride has been holding events for members of the community to join along. This morning, they had another one that involved gathering around and going for a hike at the I-20 Wildlife Preserve. Supporters of Basin Pride came together in the hot West Texas temperatures for the Rainbow Hike. This is a time for members of the LGBTQ community to make new friends while surrounded by nature.
Tips on saving money during the West Texas heat

Jun 5, 2024 | cbs7.com | Noe Ortega

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) -West Texans will soon experience heat waves during the summer time, but there are ways to save money on your energy bill. Simple techniques like planting trees, allowing natural light into your homes and celling fans are easy ways to keep cool while saving money in the West Texas heat. Already this year, West Texans have experienced multiple triple digit days. Oncor recommends to keep thermostats at 78 degrees, and to invest in smart thermostats.
Local nonprofit aims to end hunger in the area with summer meals

May 28, 2024 | cbs7.com | Noe Ortega

Midland, Texas (KOSA) -Every summer since the 80′s, the Midland Soup Kitchen Ministry has fed families throughout West Texas. However, during the summer time, they aim to feed families that depend on school lunches. During these times were prices are constantly rising, the soup kitchen continues to provide free meals to end hunger in the area. Summer meals at the Midland Soup Kitchen Ministry have been going on for over thirty years.
City of Odessa and ODC look to come together to make upgrades across the city

May 21, 2024 | cbs7.com | Noe Ortega

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) -At the last Odessa city council meeting, they discussed possibly working with the Odessa Development Corporation to fix its aging infrastructure. Odessa Mayor Javier Joven spoke in front of the ODC board to ask them for an agreement between both entities. Apart from creating a utilities valve crew, city leaders are looking for other options to fix a problem the city faces, its aging infrastructure.
Local teen hopes to keep soccer dreams alive after car accident

May 13, 2024 | cbs7.com | Noe Ortega

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) -One local mom had to spend Mother’s Day next to her son in the hospital. After he was hit by a car on Friday. A car crashed into Alfredo’s Paleteria and left multiple people injured in the process. One of the students who was injured has to have a second surgery to hopefully save his leg. 16-year-old Augusto De Souza had just got off the phone with his mom, when he was suddenly struck by a vehicle.
Leaders in the Permian Basin host tour for EPA administrator

May 10, 2024 | cbs7.com | Noe Ortega

Midland, Texas (KOSA) -Congressman August Pfluger hosted a news conference following a visit from an administrator from the Environmental Protection Agency. Dr. Earthea Nance is the administrator for the EPA and she looks over Region 6. Which includes states like Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. She took a tour of what Texans are capable of doing when it comes to improving technology to reduce gas emissions.
Local musicians come together to honor fallen Tom Terrett

May 7, 2024 | cbs7.com | Noe Ortega

Midland, Texas (KOSA) -Multiple musicians came together to pay tribute to well known musician Tommy Terrett. Terrett died in his sleep two Fridays ago. That left a huge hole in the hearts of musicians across Midland and Odessa. Tommy Terrett last performed at the Destination Midland on April 25th. His friends said he went on the stage and performed as if nothing was wrong. However, the next morning many musicians woke up to the news that he died.
Permian Basin Honor Flight Day 1

May 3, 2024 | cbs7.com | Noe Ortega |Jay Hendricks

ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Day one of the 11th Permian Basin Honor Flight began at Midland International Air and Space Port and ended in the nations capital, Washington D.C.Bag pipes, salutes, tears, tears of joy were the essence of day one. Many Vietnam and Korea war veterans saw these monuments dedicated to them for the first time, and it was a day they’ll remember forever.
Hogan Park Golf Course may soon see an increase in its rates

Apr 29, 2024 | cbs7.com | Noe Ortega

Midland, Texas (KOSA) -With the closure of the Nueva Vista Golf club and the soon to be closed Ranchland Hills Golf club, the city will go from having three public courses to one. As a result, Hogan Park golf course will soon see an uptick in golfers. To combat the high demand that the city expects, Midlanders may soon see an increase in rates. By the end of this year, Midland will lose two golf courses. Leaving Hogan Park Golf Course as the only remaining public course.