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Adopt-a-pet: Scarlett

Adopt-a-pet with Carpet Tech: Meet Scarlett

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Matthew Alvarez
Our partners at Carpet Tech are supporting this effort and covering the adoption fees for this week’s featured pet.

Local

The goal for this property is simple, to make sure everything in their new hotel is locally...

New hotel coming to Midland to focus on locally owned businesses

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Noe Ortega
Built in 1927, the original building was the first high rise in West Texas and served as a hospital. The location will keep the history of the building with a new design.

Local

Motorcycle crash on 42nd street in Odessa adds to the problem of motorcycle crashes on Texas...

Motorcycle crash on 42nd street in Odessa adds to the problem of motorcycle crashes on Texas roads

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Tyler Poglitsch
With the latest reports from this crash now released, this accident adds to the issue surrounding Texas drivers in cars and on bikes.

News

H.R. 1, the Lower Energy Costs Act.

H.R.1: Lower Energy Costs Act passes in the House

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Lauren Munt
Next, The bill will head to the U.S. Senate.

Local

Governor Abbott mobilizes state wildfire resources across West Texas

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Micah Allen
The Texas A&M Forest Service warns of increased wildfire danger beginning today and extending into early next week.

Local

City of Midland Good Friday garbage pick-up schedule

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Micah Allen
City of Midland offices will be closed April 7, 2023, in observance of Good Friday holiday.

Local

Odessa woman sentenced for false statements during gun purchases

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Micah Allen
According to court documents, Delma Vitela, 45, purchased at least six firearms between December 2020 and March 2022 from various gun stores in the Midland/Odessa area for her then-boyfriend, a Mexican national.

News

MISD board approves three year police expansion plan

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 10:29 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
The total proposal cost is a little less than $2 million which includes salaries, equipment, vehicles etc.

News

Local Odessa Tavern ready to open and ready to honor Patrick Clay

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 8:56 PM CDT
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By Jair Ascencio Brooks-Davis
Patrick Clay’s Icon Tavern is scheduled to open tomorrow in Downtown Odessa. After Patrick’s passing in 2020, his brother Shawn Rodriguez, Bradley Marquez, and Jobey Commander are excited about the opening and are glad to uphold Patrick’s dream of creating a sports tavern in the City where he grew up. Watch below for more.

Community

Jersey Mikes to donate 100% of Wednesday’s funds to the West Texas Food Bank

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 5:15 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
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Local

Vet Center recognizes Vietnam veterans for their sacrifices

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 4:54 PM CDT
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By Noe Ortega
Members who were in the U.S. Navy, Marines, Army and Air Force were present at the Permian Basin Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

Local

City of Odessa introduces new Animal Services

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 4:19 PM CDT
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By Tyler Poglitsch
The Odessa Animal Services is introducing its new facility to the public today that will house stray cats and dogs in the area.

Local

Ground breaks on new housing development in Midland

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 1:08 PM CDT
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By Micah Allen
This project is organized by the Midland Community Development Corporation which says that these professions are a top priority.

Local

Midland Health Wound Management Center recognized for clinical excellence

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 10:13 AM CDT
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By Micah Allen
The Center achieved outstanding clinical outcomes for twelve consecutive months, including a patient satisfaction rate higher than 92 percent.

Local

Andrews County Commissioners implement new safety measures

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 9:42 PM CDT
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By Noe Ortega
Over the past few months two different people, who were allegedly intoxicated, entered the courthouse to start altercation’s with county officials.

Traffic

TRAFFIC UPDATE: Man dies in accident involving multiple motorcycles

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 8:46 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
Three motorcycles and a vehicle were involved in the accident.

Crime

Victim, suspect identified in West Odessa murder

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 7:27 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
ECSO has a suspect in custody and the investigation is ongoing.

Local

Latest Information on Bass Pro Shops in Midland

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 5:24 PM CDT
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By Tyler Poglitsch
This morning the City of Midland voted unanimously on the approval of a 55,000 sq ft Bass Pro Shops off HWY. 158 and HWY. 191

Crime

MPD searching for suspect in connection to three aggravated robberies

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 3:18 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
The robberies occurred at three different convenience stores.

Softball

Legacy High School softball coach suspended, team to forfeit four wins

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 2:40 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
LHS softball was found to be in violation of UIL rules regarding student eligibility.

Local

Midland Habitat for Humanity dedicates 187th house in program’s history

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 10:52 AM CDT
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By Micah Allen
Made possible through the support of churches participating in the “Apostle Build”, this new home will provide a house for an Odessa family in need.

Local

TRAFFIC ALERT: Major crash at 2nd and Dixie

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 8:02 AM CDT
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By Micah Allen
Police are asking drivers to avoid the area and find alternate routes.

News

Midland Development Corporation lays out next steps for empty Western United Life building block

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 10:08 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
The Western United Life building is officially demolished in downtown Midland, meaning that plot of land is now open for new development.

Traffic

Traffic Alert: Part of South Midkiff Rd closed due to hotel fire.

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 5:11 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
Drivers are encouraged to avoid the area.

Local

Andrews County Sheriff’s Office investigating stabbing at party

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 2:02 PM CDT
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By Micah Allen
The Andrews County News says deputies first responded to a stab victim at Permian Regional Medical Center at 11:40 p.m. on Saturday.

Local

Bonham Middle School AP earns Region 18 award

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 10:21 AM CDT
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By Micah Allen
She and the other regional winners will be formally recognized at a TEPSA conference in June.

Local

Chick-Fil-A employees receive scholarships

Updated: Mar. 26, 2023 at 11:58 PM CDT
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By Noe Ortega
Families of the winners of the the Remarkables Future Scholarship initiative by Chick-Fil-A gathered to celebrate their achievement.

Local

Officer involved shooting in Hobbs, NM

Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 9:19 PM CDT
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By KCBD Staff
Around 1:50 p.m. on March 25th, 2023, an officer with the Hobbs Police Department was involved in a shooting near the intersection of East Alameda and North Marland in Hobbs, NM.

Local

Before, during, and after the Western United Life Building implosion

Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 1:44 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt and CBS7 Staff
March 25, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. the Western United Life Building in Downtown Midland was brought to the ground.

Local

Plans for Western United Life Building

Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 12:29 PM CDT
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By Tyler Poglitsch
What was once one of the major buildings in the tall city skyline will no longer be standing as of 8:30 Saturday morning.

News

Pease Communications and Technology Academy hosts student run newscast

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 9:40 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
Pease Communications and Technology Academy has a student run newscast, which they produce four days a week for the following morning.

Education

MISD to propose changes at Lamar Elementary to improve STAAR scores

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 4:39 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
The MISD Board of Trustees will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, March 27, at the Bowie Fine Arts Auditorium

Local

Governor Abbott talks Senate Bill 8

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 8:07 AM CDT
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By Micah Allen
This bill encourages a parent’s right to choose how their child is educated.

Local

Texas Rangers continue to celebrate 200th Anniversary in Midland

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 11:37 PM CDT
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By Noe Ortega
In 1823, Stephen F. Austin, formed a group of ten men to protect their colony and paid them with his own money. Three years later, during the Texas Revolution, the first official group known as the Rangers was formed to protect Texas.

News

121 dogs found malnourished in Ector County hoarding case

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 10:09 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
121 dogs were found malnourished, injured and roaming the property of a man in Ector County, fighting for their lives.

Local

I-20 east entrance ramp at W.Loop 250 back open after oil spill

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 12:43 PM CDT
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By Micah Allen
Drivers are asked to avoid the area if possible.

Local

Missing woman’s sister speaks out

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 7:40 AM CDT
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By Mary Kate Hamilton
Rebecca’s sister says their family fears the worst but hopes that the Odessa Police Department and the public can help bring Becky home

News

TPWD warning of deadly rabbit virus spreading in West Texas

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 9:41 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is concerned about the spread of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus 2 across Texas, a disease that started in West Texas.

Local

Odessa family seeking justice for son after fentanyl overdose

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 9:20 PM CDT
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By Noe Ortega
Jackson Warnick is a recent case of teens overdosing on fentanyl, and while his parents mourn the loss of their son, they want to make sure that no other family experience this.

Local

Texas Rangers celebrate 200th anniversary

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 5:17 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
Read more about the week of events here.

State

Chemical plant explosion in Pasadena Tx

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 4:58 PM CDT
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By CBS7 Staff
Watch video of the explosion here.

Local

UTPB set to launch a new program to help young entrepreneurs

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 4:22 PM CDT
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By Tyler Poglitsch
On Friday a new program called Student-Made is set to launch on UTPB

Local

Major crash at Faudree & Eastridge

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 8:15 AM CDT
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By Micah Allen
Drivers are asked to avoid the area and use alternative routes until further notice.

Local

Odessa-Midland experiencing more accidents between cars and trains

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 10:25 PM CDT
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By Noe Ortega
The Union Pacific Railroad says many drivers get confident and think they can beat the train, or don’t get their timing right and get stuck on the tracks.

News

Pink the Basin awarding over $600,000 to six Permian Basin hospitals

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 10:06 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
Today they presented $150,000 to Medical Center Hospital..

Local

Midland to get a Bass Pro Shop

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 5:42 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
The opening of Bass Pro Shops’ newest location in Midland will be the company’s 17th in Texas.

Local

Spring has Sprung... and with spring comes allergies

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 5:08 PM CDT
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By Tyler Poglitsch
Most people look forward to spring because that means the weather is getting nicer and the days are longer.With all those great perks comes… allergies

Elections

City of Alpine to continue with election after candidate death

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 4:12 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
The General Election will continue despite the death of candidate Jerry Johnson.

Local

Big Spring road closure at Anna Street from West Highway 80 to West 9th Street

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 9:51 AM CDT
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By Micah Allen
The city says to avoid the area, if possible.

Local

Odessa Police looking for help finding missing woman

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 9:05 AM CDT
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By Micah Allen
She was seen on March 1, 2023.
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