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Odessa dispatch confirmed there is a heavy police presence on the 900 block of Magnolia Boulevard in Odessa.
Odessa dispatch confirmed there is a heavy police presence on the 900 block of Magnolia Boulevard in Odessa.
According to witnesses on scene, the fire is between Vicksburg and East Harrisburg, just south of the loop.
According to witnesses on scene, the fire is between Vicksburg and East Harrisburg, just south of the loop.
In the Oil and Gas industry the higher the rig count shows good signs of an oil boom, but that also means there could be more people on the oil field that lack experience.
In the Oil and Gas industry the higher the rig count shows good signs of an oil boom, but that also means there could be more people on the oil field that lack experience.
In Midland County, officials like District Attorney Laura Nodolf say are putting a priority on crimes against the environment.
In Midland County, officials like District Attorney Laura Nodolf say are putting a priority on crimes against the environment.
The Foundation for Liberty and American Greatness is a 501 c3 non-profit also known as F.L.A.G. came to Ector County Wednesday as a guest speaker for Ector County Republican Women.
The Foundation for Liberty and American Greatness is a 501 c3 non-profit also known as F.L.A.G. came to Ector County Wednesday as a guest speaker for Ector County Republican Women.
Tickets for lunch will be $30.
Tickets for lunch will be $30.
The Forsan Buffaloes are coming off a tough season last year missing out on the playoffs.
The Forsan Buffaloes are coming off a tough season last year missing out on the playoffs.
Midland County Commissioners have extended the Dooley Management Contract with the Horseshoe Arena through 2024.
Midland County Commissioners have extended the Dooley Management Contract with the Horseshoe Arena through 2024.
The crash occurred between mile markers 114 and 115.
The crash occurred between mile markers 114 and 115.
The Stanton Buffaloes are back on the gridiron after a 2-9 record last season. The Buffaloes haven't had a winning season since 2013 and this year Stanton has a new head coach Jerry Burkhart.
The Stanton Buffaloes are back on the gridiron after a 2-9 record last season. The Buffaloes haven't had a winning season since 2013 and this year Stanton has a new head coach Jerry Burkhart.
The report cards are in for the Midland and Ector County school districts after the Texas Education Agency released their accountability ratings.
The report cards are in for the Midland and Ector County school districts after the Texas Education Agency released their accountability ratings.
Authorities have reported no injuries and no one has been transported from the scene.
Authorities have reported no injuries and no one has been transported from the scene.
Saturday evening, the victim was parked in the 1600 block of East Illinois when an unknown black male reached into the victim’s car attempting to grab her child’s car seat but was only able to snatch the baby’s blanket.
Saturday evening, the victim was parked in the 1600 block of East Illinois when an unknown black male reached into the victim’s car attempting to grab her child’s car seat but was only able to snatch the baby’s blanket.
Drivers are asked to be cautious in the area and find alternate routes if possible.
Drivers are asked to be cautious in the area and find alternate routes if possible.
The Midland Health Center has reached daily service capacity and will not be accepting any additional patients on Tuesday, August 14.
The Midland Health Center has reached daily service capacity and will not be accepting any additional patients on Tuesday, August 14.
The campaign will give H-E-B customers to chance make $1, $3 and $5 donations to MD Anderson when they check out.
The campaign will give H-E-B customers to chance make $1, $3 and $5 donations to MD Anderson when they check out.
The project, which should last 11 months, will start on the west end of U.S. Highway 285 and focus on a stretch of FM 1450 going east.
The project, which should last 11 months, will start on the west end of U.S. Highway 285 and focus on a stretch of FM 1450 going east.
TxDOT anticipates this project will take 11 months and will be completed in summer 2019.
TxDOT anticipates this project will take 11 months and will be completed in summer 2019.
On Wednesday night the tattoo shop will be handing out free backpacks on a first come first serve basis.
On Wednesday night the tattoo shop will be handing out free backpacks on a first come first serve basis.
From the moment Midland city Councilman J.Ross Lacy stepped into the citizens patrol van on August 14, it was apparent big rigs parking on private property was an issue he was passionate about.
From the moment Midland city Councilman J.Ross Lacy stepped into the citizens patrol van on August 14, it was apparent big rigs parking on private property was an issue he was passionate about.
All of the money raised goes to fund programs available to families in Midland and Odessa.
All of the money raised goes to fund programs available to families in Midland and Odessa.
Tuesday, the Ector County ISD Board of Trustees accepted the resignation of Superintendent Tom Crowe effective Sept. 1 and moved to hire Jim Nelson as an interim superintendent by the same date.
Tuesday, the Ector County ISD Board of Trustees accepted the resignation of Superintendent Tom Crowe effective Sept. 1 and moved to hire Jim Nelson as an interim superintendent by the same date.
According to police, a black Ford F-150, being operated by Marcelo Olivas, 17, was traveling on private property when a 20-month-old boy ran out in front of the F-150 and was struck by it.
According to police, a black Ford F-150, being operated by Marcelo Olivas, 17, was traveling on private property when a 20-month-old boy ran out in front of the F-150 and was struck by it.
The school board for Midland Independent School District Heard heard recommendations from the Bullying Committee and agreed on a lower tax rate.
The school board for Midland Independent School District Heard heard recommendations from the Bullying Committee and agreed on a lower tax rate.
Last season, the Alpine Fightin' Bucks lost in the first round of the playoffs for a third straight season, but this year head coach John Fellows thinks this team has the potential to make a run.
Last season, the Alpine Fightin' Bucks lost in the first round of the playoffs for a third straight season, but this year head coach John Fellows thinks this team has the potential to make a run.
Tuesday afternoon, officials of the Ector County Independent School District highlighted some of the significant progress being made in their schools – while acknowledging the district still has work to do when it comes to Accountability Ratings.
Tuesday afternoon, officials of the Ector County Independent School District highlighted some of the significant progress being made in their schools – while acknowledging the district still has work to do when it comes to Accountability Ratings.
The grant will help pay overtime for officers patrolling the areas, focusing on speeding and distracted driving.
The grant will help pay overtime for officers patrolling the areas, focusing on speeding and distracted driving.
Participating agencies include Odessa Police Department, Odessa Fire Rescue, Midland Police Department, Midland Fire Department, Midland County Sheriff's Office, Ector County Independent School District Police, and Ector County Hospital District PD.
Participating agencies include Odessa Police Department, Odessa Fire Rescue, Midland Police Department, Midland Fire Department, Midland County Sheriff's Office, Ector County Independent School District Police, and Ector County Hospital District PD.
The public is encouraged to donate to save lives, and also help Odessa win this competition.
The public is encouraged to donate to save lives, and also help Odessa win this competition.
Last season the Coahoma Bulldogs went 7-4 and lost in their first round of the playoffs.
Last season the Coahoma Bulldogs went 7-4 and lost in their first round of the playoffs.
The man impersonating a police officer pulled over a woman and stole her ID.
The man impersonating a police officer pulled over a woman and stole her ID.
TxDOT is warning drivers that a section of the northbound passing lane is temporarily closed due to damage on the road.
TxDOT is warning drivers that a section of the northbound passing lane is temporarily closed due to damage on the road.
To help support Rays of Hope just drop by the Chipotle in Midland between 4 and 8 p.m. Tuesday night and show the cashier a digital or paper flier or mention that you’re there for Rays of Hope.
To help support Rays of Hope just drop by the Chipotle in Midland between 4 and 8 p.m. Tuesday night and show the cashier a digital or paper flier or mention that you’re there for Rays of Hope.
Starting at 8 a.m. on Tuesday he will be speaking to the Rankin County Hospital District community and later will volunteer at the Rankin food pantry.
Starting at 8 a.m. on Tuesday he will be speaking to the Rankin County Hospital District community and later will volunteer at the Rankin food pantry.
If you have ever wanted to step onto the stage, the Permian Playhouse is holding auditions for their fall show.
If you have ever wanted to step onto the stage, the Permian Playhouse is holding auditions for their fall show.
Texas favors "The Little Mermaid" and Utah had a 14-way tie, but which movie came out on top?
Texas favors "The Little Mermaid" and Utah had a 14-way tie, but which movie came out on top?
This event is full, but children can come in during normal business hours and pick up a free book from the Laura Bush Bookshelves.
This event is full, but children can come in during normal business hours and pick up a free book from the Laura Bush Bookshelves.
Hundreds of parents and their children filled the halls of Sam Houston College Preparatory Elementary on "Meet The Teacher" night on August 13.
Hundreds of parents and their children filled the halls of Sam Houston College Preparatory Elementary on "Meet The Teacher" night on August 13.
Dennis the Menace Park will get a new splash pad for children.
Dennis the Menace Park will get a new splash pad for children.
Monday afternoon, students at South Elementary School in Midland received 400 backpacks full of school supplies.
Monday afternoon, students at South Elementary School in Midland received 400 backpacks full of school supplies.
The change is to accommodate Meet the Teacher Night Monday evening. Copyright 2018 KWES. All rights reserved.
The change is to accommodate Meet the Teacher Night Monday evening. Copyright 2018 KWES. All rights reserved.
A tax rate of $0.476601 per $100 valuation has been proposed for adoption by the governing body of the city, compared to the preceding year's tax rate $0.493248 per $100.
A tax rate of $0.476601 per $100 valuation has been proposed for adoption by the governing body of the city, compared to the preceding year's tax rate $0.493248 per $100.
The latest occurred this Sunday when two citizens received a phone call from people claiming the names of actual officers with the Sheriff's Office and that they had outstanding warrants for them.
The latest occurred this Sunday when two citizens received a phone call from people claiming the names of actual officers with the Sheriff's Office and that they had outstanding warrants for them.
Common symptoms for a hernia include nausea, groin pain or a bulge in your lower abdomen.
Common symptoms for a hernia include nausea, groin pain or a bulge in your lower abdomen.
Deputies discovered a mother and two small children in critical condition with severe burns and were loaded into an ambulance and transported to Midland Memorial Hospital.
Deputies discovered a mother and two small children in critical condition with severe burns and were loaded into an ambulance and transported to Midland Memorial Hospital.
ExxonMobil has signed a letter of intent to support the proposed Permian Highway Pipeline Project.
ExxonMobil has signed a letter of intent to support the proposed Permian Highway Pipeline Project.
The good ol' Water Wonderland is coming back to the Permian Basin after being closed for more than 11 years.
The good ol' Water Wonderland is coming back to the Permian Basin after being closed for more than 11 years.
A 21-year-old woman arrived for work and had been approached by the subject in the parking lot, who then stole the woman’s purse and ran behind the building.
A 21-year-old woman arrived for work and had been approached by the subject in the parking lot, who then stole the woman’s purse and ran behind the building.
To make sure your children are on time for the first day of class check out the list of updated run times for classes here.
To make sure your children are on time for the first day of class check out the list of updated run times for classes here.
Investigators discovered that a silver Chevrolet Silverado had been struck by a Union Pacific train and the suspect later admitted to attempting to drive over the tracks while intoxicated.
Investigators discovered that a silver Chevrolet Silverado had been struck by a Union Pacific train and the suspect later admitted to attempting to drive over the tracks while intoxicated.
The Odessa Police Department wants the public to remember these important safety tips when driving through school zones and residential areas as the 2018-19 school year starts.
The Odessa Police Department wants the public to remember these important safety tips when driving through school zones and residential areas as the 2018-19 school year starts.
Investigators found the woman had been holding a three-month-old infant in her lap as she evaded officers in the stolen vehicle.
Investigators found the woman had been holding a three-month-old infant in her lap as she evaded officers in the stolen vehicle.
On Monday the shop will be offering free back to school haircuts from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and will also be handing out backpacks and school supplies.
On Monday the shop will be offering free back to school haircuts from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and will also be handing out backpacks and school supplies.
The event is open to the public and will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Blakemore Planetarium on the campus of the Museum of the Southwest.
The event is open to the public and will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Blakemore Planetarium on the campus of the Museum of the Southwest.
Police are looking for Misael Marquez Hernandez, a person of interest in this case.
Police are looking for Misael Marquez Hernandez, a person of interest in this case.
The cost for the men's yoga class is only $25 and items such as mats, blankets and bolsters will be provided by Dharma Art.
The cost for the men's yoga class is only $25 and items such as mats, blankets and bolsters will be provided by Dharma Art.
Premier Physicians Health and Wellness Clinic has reserved specific dates for students to get their school physical, and for only $10.
Premier Physicians Health and Wellness Clinic has reserved specific dates for students to get their school physical, and for only $10.
The senator will be in Midland on August 13 and in Odessa on August 14.
The senator will be in Midland on August 13 and in Odessa on August 14.
The 16-year-old is accused of putting her hand over the boy’s mouth and plugging his nose until he stopped moving after pushing him off the bed.
The 16-year-old is accused of putting her hand over the boy’s mouth and plugging his nose until he stopped moving after pushing him off the bed.
Rescue and recovery efforts continued through the night into the morning in Italy following the collapse of a highway bridge in Genoa, while authorities raised the death toll to 35 with three missing.
Rescue and recovery efforts continued through the night into the morning in Italy following the collapse of a highway bridge in Genoa, while authorities raised the death toll to 35 with three missing.
Police say the mother told them she ran into the casino to grab her keys, but she was inside for more than an hour and a half.
Police say the mother told them she ran into the casino to grab her keys, but she was inside for more than an hour and a half.
Officials are demanding that the EPA act quickly to clean up local water systems testing positive for dangerous levels of chemicals used in nonstick cookware, fast-food wrappers and much more.
Officials are demanding that the EPA act quickly to clean up local water systems testing positive for dangerous levels of chemicals used in nonstick cookware, fast-food wrappers and much more.
The fifth named storm of the year has winds that barely classify it as a named storm.
The fifth named storm of the year has winds that barely classify it as a named storm.
An 18-year-old suspect was shot after he and another person tried to rob two cable repairmen in north Houston, police said.
An 18-year-old suspect was shot after he and another person tried to rob two cable repairmen in north Houston, police said.
The lawsuit alleges the funeral home not only mistakenly cremated the body, but then tried to cover it up, and even gave the ashes to the wrong family.
The lawsuit alleges the funeral home not only mistakenly cremated the body, but then tried to cover it up, and even gave the ashes to the wrong family.
A little girl in Utah ordered “close to $400 worth of stuff” on her mom’s Amazon account.
A little girl in Utah ordered “close to $400 worth of stuff” on her mom’s Amazon account.
University of California, Berkeley students who were in the French city of Nice when a man drove a 19-ton truck through the crowd, killing their classmate and 85 other people, have turned their grief into building...
University of California, Berkeley students who were in the French city of Nice when a man drove a 19-ton truck through the crowd, killing their classmate and 85 other people, have turned their grief into building a tech startup to fight terrorism.
The sign says “Shame!” and “Sam Adams (heart) Trump.” It’s a response to Jim Koch, the founder of Sam Adams producer Boston Beer Company, endorsing Trump’s tax cuts.
The sign says “Shame!” and “Sam Adams (heart) Trump.” It’s a response to Jim Koch, the founder of Sam Adams producer Boston Beer Company, endorsing Trump’s tax cuts.
Their active ingredients weren’t sourced to proper FDA standards.
Their active ingredients weren’t sourced to proper FDA standards.
It's not too late to find major back-to-school deals. Experts share their tips on getting the best bargains.
It's not too late to find major back-to-school deals. Experts share their tips on getting the best bargains.
Jessie is a macaw parrot who lives on Cuckoo Hall Lane in northern London. She escaped her owner’s home and spent three days on a neighbor’s roof.
Jessie is a macaw parrot who lives on Cuckoo Hall Lane in northern London. She escaped her owner’s home and spent three days on a neighbor’s roof.
A mother is facing charges in Washington state after police said they found her children riding in a truck bed, secured only by bungee cords.
A mother is facing charges in Washington state after police said they found her children riding in a truck bed, secured only by bungee cords.
Democrats in Vermont have nominated the nation's first transgender candidate for governor, one of many firsts from Tuesday's primaries.
Democrats in Vermont have nominated the nation's first transgender candidate for governor, one of many firsts from Tuesday's primaries.
At its current pace, the 2018 measles outbreak could be the worst since 2014.
At its current pace, the 2018 measles outbreak could be the worst since 2014.
Beyond their war of words, the row touched on several sensitive issues in Trump's White House, including a lack of racial diversity, security in the executive mansion and a culture that some there feel borders on paranoia.
Beyond their war of words, the row touched on several sensitive issues in Trump's White House, including a lack of racial diversity, security in the executive mansion and a culture that some there feel borders on paranoia.
The district, which serves 18,000 students in a large suburban area north of Denver, believes it will save as much as $1 million.
The district, which serves 18,000 students in a large suburban area north of Denver, believes it will save as much as $1 million.
It is not just a hunch for these women. They said the company spelled it out for them in an email.
It is not just a hunch for these women. They said the company spelled it out for them in an email.
The driver left the trailer at the gas station on July 25. When he returned on Aug. 1, the trailer and the noodles were gone.
The driver left the trailer at the gas station on July 25. When he returned on Aug. 1, the trailer and the noodles were gone.
Andrew Jackson Greer, 15, left school on Feb. 12, 1979, and never returned home. His remains were positively identified almost 40 years later.
Andrew Jackson Greer, 15, left school on Feb. 12, 1979, and never returned home. His remains were positively identified almost 40 years later.
The girls used their drinks and fists to get an attacker to leave them alone after he grabbed the youngest girl by the face.
The girls used their drinks and fists to get an attacker to leave them alone after he grabbed the youngest girl by the face.
Sean Ono Lennon posted a selfie on Instagram with James McCartney.
Sean Ono Lennon posted a selfie on Instagram with James McCartney.
Three women said an Uber ride home from a book club turned into a nightmare where they feared for their lives.
Three women said an Uber ride home from a book club turned into a nightmare where they feared for their lives.
The father’s 16-year-old daughter says she was using the restroom when the man barged in and shook her stall door, trying to get inside.
The father’s 16-year-old daughter says she was using the restroom when the man barged in and shook her stall door, trying to get inside.
Nathan was just 3-months-old when Army Sgt. Chase Briscoe left on a 9-month deployment to Poland.
Nathan was just 3-months-old when Army Sgt. Chase Briscoe left on a 9-month deployment to Poland.
Thanks to the 10-year-old's love of dolls, she was able to help her aunt and newborn cousin following the birth.
Thanks to the 10-year-old's love of dolls, she was able to help her aunt and newborn cousin following the birth.
The little boy’s parents are also pushing for laws and procedural changes that will hold daycares accountable for the safety of children.
The little boy’s parents are also pushing for laws and procedural changes that will hold daycares accountable for the safety of children.
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach has slightly widened his lead over Gov. Jeff Colyer in the state's Republican primary for governor.
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach has slightly widened his lead over Gov. Jeff Colyer in the state's Republican primary for governor.
Ethan Sonnborne ran a concerted campaign and promoted himself as a "dedicated champion for middle and working class families." Despite being 14, it got him a few thousand votes.
Ethan Sonnborne ran a concerted campaign and promoted himself as a "dedicated champion for middle and working class families." Despite being 14, it got him a few thousand votes.
Two cafeteria workers in New Canaan, CT, are accused of stealing nearly $500,000 in cash from lunchroom registers.
Two cafeteria workers in New Canaan, CT, are accused of stealing nearly $500,000 in cash from lunchroom registers.
One of the survivors of last month's duck boat tragedy has launched a petition to ban the boats.
One of the survivors of last month's duck boat tragedy has launched a petition to ban the boats.
Rescuers are using heavy machinery to move chunks of concrete to search for victims. The bridge fell onto structures, a railway and a roadway below.
Rescuers are using heavy machinery to move chunks of concrete to search for victims. The bridge fell onto structures, a railway and a roadway below.
Shelly Fitzgerald was placed on administrative leave after school officials found out about her marriage to another woman, and students have shown support.
Shelly Fitzgerald was placed on administrative leave after school officials found out about her marriage to another woman, and students have shown support.
At 60, Carey Dean Moore spent more than half his life on death row.
At 60, Carey Dean Moore spent more than half his life on death row.
The shark thriller "The Meg" became the latest success in Hollywood's sizzling summer, opening well above expectations with $44.5 million in ticket sales, according to box office estimates Sunday.
The shark thriller "The Meg" became the latest success in Hollywood's sizzling summer, opening well above expectations with $44.5 million in ticket sales, according to box office estimates Sunday.
Why are there are so many national days? After all, some are just plain silly and some are just repeats.
Why are there are so many national days? After all, some are just plain silly and some are just repeats.
According to California law, it is prohibited to enter zoo enclosures, and doing so may lead to a misdemeanor charge or infraction.
According to California law, it is prohibited to enter zoo enclosures, and doing so may lead to a misdemeanor charge or infraction.
Prosecutors on Monday rested their tax evasion and bank fraud case against Paul Manafort, a longtime Washington operator and President Donald Trump's former campaign chairman.
Prosecutors on Monday rested their tax evasion and bank fraud case against Paul Manafort, a longtime Washington operator and President Donald Trump's former campaign chairman.
Since the accident, the community has held schoolwide prayer services, vigils and fundraisers for the high schooler’s family.
Since the accident, the community has held schoolwide prayer services, vigils and fundraisers for the high schooler’s family.
Odessa dispatch confirmed there is a heavy police presence on the 900 block of Magnolia Boulevard in Odessa.
Odessa dispatch confirmed there is a heavy police presence on the 900 block of Magnolia Boulevard in Odessa.
Longview city council agrees to allow voters to decide on $104 million bond in November election
Longview city council agrees to allow voters to decide on $104 million bond in November election
The Public Improvement District (PID) wants to see more of downtown Waco lit up.
The Public Improvement District (PID) wants to see more of downtown Waco lit up.
Waco police are asking for the public’s help finding a missing disabled woman.
Waco police are asking for the public’s help finding a missing disabled woman.
The Palo Duro dons are hoping to get this year's season started on the right foot. "Well for us, week one is going to be here when it gets here we've got to take care of today and that's kind of been our focus since the schedule came out in February. ", said head coach Chris Fisher. "Everyday doing everything we can to prepare and to make ourselves better and ready for week one." " I think the biggest thing that we did is we got our young kids some experienc...
The Palo Duro dons are hoping to get this year's season started on the right foot. "Well for us, week one is going to be here when it gets here we've got to take care of today and that's kind of been our focus since the schedule came out in February. ", said head coach Chris Fisher. "Everyday doing everything we can to prepare and to make ourselves better and ready for week one." " I think the biggest thing that we did is we got our young kids some experienc...
Here's what's happening in the Permian Basin and beyond!
Here's what's happening in the Permian Basin and beyond!
If you saw it on TV, you'll find it here.
If you saw it on TV, you'll find it here.
Commentary from NewsWest 9's VP/GM Josh Young
Commentary from NewsWest 9's VP/GM Josh Young
Two Minnesota deputies helped a group of women stranded on a large, inflatable rainbow unicorn.
Two Minnesota deputies helped a group of women stranded on a large, inflatable rainbow unicorn.
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