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Leaders close Midland city hall Tuesday

City spokeswoman Erin Bailey confirmed the closure with NewsWest 9 saying, it's as a precautionary measure.
Credit: City of Midland Facebook page

MIDLAND, Texas — Midland City Hall will be closed Tuesday June 2nd. City spokeswoman Erin Bailey confirmed the closure with NewsWest 9 saying, it's as a precautionary measure.

Viewers tell NewsWest 9 they received communication from managers saying not to report to work tomorrow downtown.

Rumors of additional protests have circulated online and through social media Monday, though none have been verified at this time.

A large crowd gathered to protest racial injustice outside of Midland Park Mall Sunday evening. As night fell, the demonstration moved to block the intersection of Midkiff and Loop 250 before police dispersed the crowd. 

A second demonstration formed outside of Midland Park Mall for a second night of protest Monday.

Stay with NewsWest 9 as we learn more.

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