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Local

Nikki Haley tours the Permian Basin

Nikki Haley tours the Permian Basin

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Tyler Poglitsch
The former Governor’s visit here in the Basin is a way for her to better understand what the Permian Basin does for the world

Local

Ratengo’s food truck is located at Blue Barn Coffee Co. in Andrews, TX: 1212 NE Mustang Dr.

SMALL BUSINESS SUMMER: Ratengo Food Truck

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Mary Kate Hamilton
Ratengo’s food truck is located at Blue Barn Coffee Co. in Andrews, TX: 1212 NE Mustang Dr.

Local

911 generic

UPDATE: 9-1-1 Phone line issue is resolved

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Lauren Munt
AT&T is working on the problem.

Local

Faudree Rd. will be widened to help alleviate congestion on the growing east side of Odessa.

Second-phase of Faudree construction begins

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 6:10 PM CDT
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By CBS7 Staff
Drivers using these roads should expect delays

Local

97-year-old Midland man is still staying active and volunteering

97-year-old Midland man is still staying active and volunteering

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:53 PM CDT
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By Chase Cochran
At 97 years old one could be forgiven for taking a well-deserved rest from work. But Maurice “Maury” Bonecutter prefers to stay active.

Local

Republican candidates make their way to West Texas

Republican candidates make their way to West Texas

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:27 PM CDT
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By Tyler Poglitsch
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley have made their way to the Permian Basin

Local

INTERVIEW: Mex Tex Family Fiesta

INTERVIEW: Mex Tex Family Fiesta

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:09 PM CDT
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By CBS7 Staff
Watch the full interview here.

Local

The Odessa City Council

City of Odessa hopes to name new City Manager soon

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 10:05 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
The City hopes to interview finalists the week of June 26th and announce a new City Manager soon after.

Education

(Source: Midland ISD)

Midland ISD to increase pay for teachers and staff

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 9:37 PM CDT
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By CBS7 Staff
The new compensation manual raises all salaries, including for first-year teachers.

News

Hollywood Mural in Odessa tagged and vandalized

Hollywood Mural in Odessa tagged and vandalized

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 5:52 PM CDT
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By Jair Ascencio Brooks-Davis
The Hollywood Mural in Odessa has been an attraction and iconic landmark in Odessa for years. Recently it was found tagged and vandalized.One of the original artists of the mural, Joe Cobarobio, stated his disappointment saying, “Somebody would have such disrespect for something that’s been up 30 years now since we’ve painted this, and I felt kind of like you know, I have to come out here and rectify the situation.”Cobarobio plans on returning to the site and fixing the mural.Odessa arts executive Randy Ham is also disappointed but is optimistic about the communities reaction to the situation saying, “If there’s a silver lining I guess, is the amount of community support we’ve had in less than 24 hours of people reaching out to offer assistance and we had already planned on having a public art cleaning day later this month so we’ll roll this into the activities of having our volunteers clean and maintain the public art collection we have now.”Odessa will have an art cleaning event on June 17 to help preserve all murals Downtown.
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News

Midland Health’s ninth annual Wellness Tour comes to an end

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 4:07 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
The Ninth Annual Wellness Tour is coming to an end after bringing six days of wellness activities and deals to the Midland community.

Crime

Will convicted murderer “Spider” Gonzales receive the death penalty? A September hearing decides.

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 3:47 PM CDT
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By CBS7 Staff
According to a defense attorney, the hearing scheduled in September would just overturn the death penalty, and Gonzalez would still spend the rest of his life in prison.

News

Third Future Schools making major changes to Lamar Elementary for upcoming year

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 3:41 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
Midland ISD partnered with Third Future Schools to turn Lamar Elementary around after five years of failing and low performance.

News

Boutique Store Owner’s Trailer gets stolen leaving business in tough position

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 9:58 AM CDT
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By Jair Ascencio Brooks-Davis
On May 28, two men broke into a storage facility in Midland and stole ZJoxaCo owner and founder Laverne Woroschuk's trailer which had property for her Boutique Business. The stolen property puts a financial strain on Laverne and her company.Woroschuk and her fiance Steven Bailey contacted Midland Police and reported the trailer stolen on June 3rd. Bailey stated that he is offering a $1,000 award for anyone who has information regarding their stolen property.

Local

Raising concern about the future of AM radio

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 4:11 PM CDT
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By Tyler Poglitsch
Several automakers have announced plans to remove AM radios from electric cars

Local

Ski Skeller Sports owners closing shop to move closer to family

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 2:33 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
The long-time Midland business will close its doors on July 8th

Crime

Amarillo police recover body from Lawrence Lake today

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 12:29 PM CDT
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By Vanessa Garcia
Amarillo authorities recovered a body from Lawrence Lake Monday morning.

News

Elderly Abuse Awareness month in the Permian Basin

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 12:40 AM CDT
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By Jair Ascencio Brooks-Davis
It’s Elderly Abuse Awareness Month around the world but in the Permian Basin, two organizations want it to be known.Texas Department of Family and Protective Services member Marci Leffler and Visiting Angels Executive Director Bernadette Ostroff spoke about the importance of the month and want those that can look for senior citizens to check on their well-being.According to Adult Protective Services, in 2022, Texas reported over 84 thousand APS Investigations; 1,412 of those cases within the Permian Basin.“We provide certified caregivers to go into the home of seniors, and provide care for them, if it’s for an hour a day, helping them to bathe, to groom, or if it’s 24/7 care that they need and so that’s what we do,” said Visiting Angels Executive Director Bernadette Ostroff.“We see a lot of neglect, we see a lot of self-neglect where people are just not able to take care of themselves, they don’t have the medications, they don’t live in a clean environment, they’re not getting medical attention, so that’s neglect, there’s also physical abuse, sexual abuse and we also do financial exploitation,” said Adult Protective Service Community Engagement Specialist Marci Leffler.If you would like to report an elder in need of help or support, you could call visiting angels at 432-897-4094.

News

City of Odessa changes water disinfectant method for month of June

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 9:32 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
If you've noticed a change in the way your water tastes and smells, there's a reason.

Local

Local diner helps make sure kids have a meal with school dismissed for the summer

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:22 PM CDT
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By Tyler Poglitsch
Although summer is a celebration for countless kids, it can also be a very tough time, kids that rely on school for a meal every day lose

Community

WATCH: Bush Family Home State Historic Site

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 3:35 PM CDT
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By CBS7 Staff
The Bush Family Home is the 36th Historic Site Statewide to be accepted by the Texas Historical Commission.

Tornado

Tornado Safety: Here’s what you need to know

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 3:15 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt and Tom Tefertiller
Do not wait until you see a Tornado to take action, if a warning is issued seek shelter immediately.

News

Foster care in West Texas prepares for community-based care transition

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 10:14 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
Foster care organizations, school representatives, court representatives and all the people involved with foster care in West Texas came together today to discuss implementing community-based care.

Local

ECISD provides training to combat drug poisoning

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 9:27 PM CDT
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By Noe Ortega
ECISD now has 100 employees trained on how to use NARCAN against drug poisoning emergencies.

Sports

Coahoma softball wins 3A State Championship

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 7:33 PM CDT
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By Jakob Brandenburg
The Coahoma High School softball team defeated Santa Gertrudis Academy 4-2 in the UIL 3A State Championship Game on Thursday at McCombs Field in Austin.

Crime

Midland and Odessa joint violent crime operation results in multiple arrests

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 6:29 PM CDT
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By CBS7 Staff
As a result of the collaborative effort, 84 traffic stops were conducted and 26 people were arrested.

Crime

Odessa man sentenced to over 21 years in prison for meth trafficking and firearm Charges

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 4:49 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
Detectives found methamphetamine, multiple baggies, scales, and multiple firearms.

Crime

Bond will remain at $3 million dollars for man accused of murdering Madeline Pantoja

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 2:37 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt and Tyler Poglitsch
Friends and family of Madeline Pantoja gathered in front of the courthouse to protest the bond being lowered.

News

Midland mother suing Greenwood Baptist Children’s Learning Center for harming 3-year-old son

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 9:48 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
Midland mother Josefina Aguillon is suing Greenwood Baptist Children's Learning Center claiming the caregivers physically, emotionally and psychologically harmed her 3-year-old son.

Local

Odessa Mayor declares June Airbag Recall Repair month.

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 8:17 PM CDT
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By Noe Ortega
This is just a reminder to make sure the safety mechanisms of your vehicle are up to date. However, it’s also warn those that these precautions could end up saving a life.

Crime

ECSO: $35,000 worth of drugs and weapons seized from Odessa residence

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 5:43 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
ECSO Special Investigations Unit, conducted a narcotics investigation at 8213 W University, Wednesday.

State Legislature

John Scott appointed interim Texas Attorney General

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 2:31 PM CDT
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By CBS7 Staff
John Scott is a Fort Worth attorney with over 34 years of experience.

Local

Midland Fire Department hosts pool safety training

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 12:36 PM CDT
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By Jair Ascencio Brooks-Davis
It’s a good idea to know how to swim. It’s also a good idea to know how to take proper safety precautions.

Local

Big Bend temorarily closing for herbicide application

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 10:44 AM CDT
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By CBS7 Staff
This temporary closure and signage will be in place while herbicide is being applied, after which the area will reopen to entry.

Local

OPD report incident with deadly weapon

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 10:41 AM CDT
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By Micah Allen
There are numerous reports associated with this case and the investigation continues.

News

City of Odessa announces plans for new sports complex

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 9:42 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
Larry Bell and his family have donated 500 acres of land valued at over $5 million within the Parks Bell Ranch for the complex.

Local

New murals in Alpine aim to show support toward Native Americans

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 8:23 PM CDT
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By Noe Ortega
The Native American community use a red hand over the mouth as a symbol that they’re voices aren’t being heard.

News

Odessa College offering variety of summer camps

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 8:05 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
Summer has arrived and Odessa College is gearing up for a busy one.

National

WATCH: Airborne crash caught on camera; Tallahassee woman involved

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 3:53 PM CDT
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By Raghad Hamad
The Georgia State Patrol now confirms a Tallahassee woman was behind the wheel of a car that went airborne in a wild crash caught on tape last week.

Local

UTPB names new Vice President of Advancement

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 12:54 PM CDT
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By Micah Allen
Sandi Bliss will begin her leadership role on June 19, 2023.

Local

Lowe’s Memorial Day parking spot

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 5:36 PM CDT
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By CBS7 Staff
A special parking spot gets set aside to pay tribute to those who died serving the United States in the military.

Local

Adopt a Pet with Carpet Tech: Meet Caesar

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 1:09 PM CDT
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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

Local pools opening

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 11:49 AM CDT
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By Micah Allen
The pools opened over Memorial Day Weekend

Local

Midland High football player graduates while battling cancer

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 9:31 PM CDT
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By Noe Ortega
LeBrian Perez played football at MHS for three years before having to leave because he was diagnosed with Leukemia.

News

Congressman Pfluger warns of EPA ozone nonattainment designation for Permian Basin

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 9:35 PM CDT
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By Alexandra Macia
Congressman August Pfluger is concerned following his recent conversation with the Environmental Protection Agency Region 6 Administrator, Dr. Earthea Nance, as he believes the EPA fully intends to issue a discretionary ozone nonattainment re-designation for the Permian Basin

Local

Permian High students don’t get to walk after late test scores

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 7:25 PM CDT
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By Noe Ortega
Instead of staying at home, Frank Garcia and his family decided to go out and celebrate regardless of if he walked or not.

Education

MISD Police Chief resigns after “culmination of events”

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 4:40 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
MISD says they will be re-evaluating the leadership of the Midland ISD police department.

Crime

Four sentenced after attempting to bring cocaine to Odessa

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 4:38 PM CDT
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By Lauren Munt
According to court documents, in December 2022, Guillen, Ricardo Perez Flores, 37, Faustino Alvarez Mendoza, 22, and Ricardo Aguilar Villarreal, 37, conspired to deliver one kilogram of cocaine from Dallas to Odessa.

Local

Midland man sells art on the streets to help others in need

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 3:28 PM CDT
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By Tyler Poglitsch
When Lee was left with nothing, he had to come up with a way to survive, and though it was unlikely, he developed a passion, and that passion was for painting

Local

Family and friends celebrate Madeline Pantoja’s 21st birthday

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 10:07 PM CDT
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By Tyler Poglitsch
In honor of her birthday, family and friends gathered to celebrate the life of Madeline and continue her memory
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