Mary Kate Hamilton
News Anchor
Odessa, TX
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You can watch Mary Kate Hamilton every weeknight anchoring the CBS7 Evening News at 5, 6 and 10. Before joining Jay Hendricks at the anchor desk, Mary Kate came to Odessa in August of 2020 as a weekend sports anchor and sports reporter for CBS7 Sports. A native Hoosier, Mary Kate Hamilton graduated from Indiana University in May of 2020 with a degree in Journalism. Mary Kate has wanted to be a journalist since the fifth grade, and has never looked back.
Before joining the CBS7 team, Mary Kate interned for WISH-TV's sports department, as well as Southern Indiana's PBS affiliate TV and radio station, WTIU. She also worked as a sideline reporter and producer for the Big Ten Network in college.
Mary Kate is passionate about human interest storytelling, government and politics, and her cat, Leo.
If you have a story you'd like Mary Kate to tell, you can reach her at mary.hamilton@cbs7.com.
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An overview of all business featured in Season 2 of CBS7′s Small Business Summer
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Tokyo 1 is serving up fresh, authentic Japanese and Korean food with an emphasis on excellent service
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The Spot in Midland is an artists’ and art lovers’ sanctuary, complete with a rotating art gallery, gift shop and multiple art studios designed to make you feel at home
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A hidden gem in the heart of downtown Midland, Tall City Bistro wants everyone to feel like family
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Chiaro Coffee Co. in Odessa is serving up gourmet coffee with handcrafted syrups and creamers, and a neighborhood feel
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Hashbrowns and High Hopes has become a Midland favorite, with inventive cinnamon rolls and homemade New York-style bagels
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Mutty Paws Ranch in Midland provides safe, fear-free environment for four-legged friends.
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Typickle Pickles has a pickled “something” for everyone in Midland
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Off The Wall Barber Shop in Midland serves everyone - including those with sensory sensitivities
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CBS7′s Mary Kate Hamilton features Anderson Tiles for this week’s Small Business Summer
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One young Odessa man is running a successful car detailing business after a boating accident that took his leg
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Ratengo’s food truck is located at Blue Barn Coffee Co. in Andrews, TX: 1212 NE Mustang Dr.
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School choice, or school vouchers, are an emergency item in Austin this legislative session. Does Governor Abbott’s plan empower parents, or harm public education?
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Rebecca’s sister says their family fears the worst but hopes that the Odessa Police Department and the public can help bring Becky home
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Odessa Fire Rescue is responding to a fire Tuesday evening on OHS grounds
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One message, regardless of politics, was evident this week in Austin. The children are our future.
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Diamondback Energy Inc. President and CFO says public-private partnerships are vital for Midland’s future.
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Paul Gunn says it was his best birthday yet.
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‘What is to say that he wouldn’t come to our house? Come track us down?’
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CBS7′s series of profiles on Midland mayoral candidates
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Watch Mary Kate Hamilton’s full interview with Midland mayoral candidate Robert Allen Dickson
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CBS7′s series of profiles on Midland mayoral candidates
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Watch Mary Kate Hamilton’s full interview with Midland mayoral candidate Jerry Morales
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CBS7′s series of profiles on Midland mayoral candidates
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Mary Kate Hamilton’s full interview with Midland mayoral candidate Lori Blong
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UT Permian Basin well represented at West Texas Women Symposium
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Gerety and Stretcher-Burkes were each asked what qualities they possess that would make them an effective council member.
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During the debate, all three candidates were able to make their pitch on why they would be the best Mayor for the City of Midland.
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The full MISD school board debate will be on aired October 24 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. on KWWT My30
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A truck fire was reported around 8:55 AM this morning near mile marker 166 on eastbound I-20
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Dogs Rosie and Jax are trained to provide comfort to patients, nurses, and medical staff
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PureThrive Essentials say they see everyone from the elderly to first responders to oilfield workers coming into their store to see if CBD is right for them.
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CBS7′s Jay Hendricks and Tom Tefertiller recount their memories of the famous Permian coach
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Gaines coached the Panthers to the state championship in 1989, the year after the season chronicled in the book and movie.
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This week on CBS7′s Small Business Summer
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“God always turns ashes into something beautiful. And I’m proof of it.”
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“I’m gonna work just as long as God will let me work.”
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Jimmy T’s has gained popularity with their great snacks, and their community involvement
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Michelle Ravitch started the business after she needed a rental car herself
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One More Round is a hub for all different kinds of small businesses
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Chef Raul Vasquez learned from some of the best chefs in the world; now he’s bringing his gourmet cuisine back home
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SisterDough has survived a pandemic, a store closing, and now wants to give back.
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JoAnn’s on 5th is this week’s featured business for CBS7′s Small Business Summer
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This week’s Small Business Summer features Anderson Farms
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CBS7′s Small Business Summer features Brantley Creek Barbecue
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Two vehicle crash kills six people; one in stable condition, one in critical condition
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One of the most successful chefs in Texas, Chef Alejandro is using his resources to help other small business owners
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Greg McClendon, along with four other colleagues, had been arrested for failure to report with intent to conceal neglect or abuse.
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