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Basin residents roll up their sleeves for annual Basin Action Day cleanup

Despite chilly weather, volunteers gathered for Basin Action Day, a community event aimed at cleaning public spaces and fostering local pride.

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Authorities investigate gun death in Presidio

Currently, investigators believe the gunshot wound was self-inflicted.

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"Love Finds a Way" Odessa National Adoption Day Event Celebrates Seven Adoptions

National Adoption month arrived with a massive adoption event in Odessa with seven children finding their forever homes.

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NewsWest 9 and Salvation Army kick off toy drive to help West Texas children in need

NewsWest 9 and The Salvation Army kick off their toy drive in West Texas, aiming to ensure every child wakes up to a gift this Christmas.

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Two San Angelo men reportedly charged in connection with recent burglaries in Big Lake

The Reagan County Sheriff's Office has announced the arrest of a 21-year-old San Angelo man and a 22-year-old San Angelo man in connection with Big Lake burglaries.

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Volunteers plant 100 new trees along Midland roadway

Over the course of six years, more than 800 trees were chosen for their hardiness and ability to withstand the droughts of West Texas.

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What to know about bulk item dropoff in Odessa

Until Monday, residents will be able to dispose of large trash or items that garbage trucks otherwise wouldn't pick up.

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One person has died after a reported arrest warrant resulted in a Thursday night standoff in Snyder

On Thursday, around 9 p.m., multiple agencies went to a home in the 2200 block of 43rd Street to serve a felony arrest warrant, resulting in a multi-agency standoff.

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A pair of red Crocs, an insulin pen and a mystery solved through DNA

Forensic genetic genealogy helped investigators identify Robert LaFaire, whose remains were found in a tree line in February 2023.

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How Democrats Won Texas: Analysts Point to Disillusioned Republicans and Latino Voters

Under the bright Texas sun, a quiet but powerful shift was unfolding in Midland and across the Lone Star State. I met with Maria Lopez, a lifelong resident of Midland, at her family’s small grocery store last week. As she wiped down shelves, she shared her thoughts: "Many of us here have felt...

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Man sentenced for manufacturing, delivering controlled substance in Odessa narcotics investigation

On a quiet Tuesday morning in Odessa, the community’s sense of safety was momentarily shaken by the news of a significant narcotics bust. As residents went about their daily routines, law enforcement officials were finalizing a case that underscores the ongoing battle against drug trafficking in...

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Texas Parks and Wildlife seeks information on Big Spring State Park vandalism

On a quiet morning at Big Spring State Park, a local family was strolling along the scenic trails when they noticed an unsettling sight: spray-painted graffiti defacing the natural beauty of the beloved Texas landmark. The bright colors and careless scribbles stood in stark contrast to the peaceful...

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Crane man indicted in connection with reported kidnapping turned high-speed chase

Under the blazing Permian Basin sun, the quiet streets of Midland were shaken by the roar of sirens and the screech of tires one late August afternoon. Residents watched in disbelief as a high-speed chase unfolded, culminating in the arrest of a local man whose name now echoes through local courts...

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