Andrews
LATEST NEWS
Midland County looking to bring medical examiner facility
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Midland County Judge Terry Johnson says that Midland County is looking to build a medical examiner facility in the near future. According to Judge Johnson, the County is waiting for a contract to be prepared for candidates who are interested in the position. “Once we get that system in place, then […]
Midland introduces 100-year water plan
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) -Midland, Abilene and San Angelo will work together to cover the cost of the new development that will bring Fort Stockton’s Holdings water to them. Water is always a hot topic in West Texas. The City of Midland introduced their plan to tackle water security for...
Exclusive: Bryce Hoppel talks about upcoming Paris summer games
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Midland native Bryce Hoppel is preparing for his second career Olympics appearance this summer in Paris. KMID exclusively interviewed Hoppel as he prepares for a run at the podium in the men’s 800-meter run. Watch the video above for the interview.
Pete’s Pigskin Preview: Loop Longhorns
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Coming off of an 8-3 season, the Loop Longhorns have high hopes in 2024 as Bear Chesley enters his eighth season as head coach. Loop has been consistent year after year, but the Longhorns have been unable to win a playoff game. Stepping up non-district play,...
Odessa man arrested for illegally dumping more than 1,000 pounds of sand, Winkler County Sheriff's Office says
WINKLER COUNTY, Texas — A man in Winkler County was arrested for illegally dumping more than 1,000 pounds of sand, according to a Winkler County Sheriff's Office Facebook post. At about 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, 59-year-old Jose Juaqin Naranjo of Odessa was caught in the process of illegally dumping...
Filing period officially open for November 5th election
TEXAS, USA — The filing period for both the City of Midland and the City of Odessa has officially begun on July 22. Council member, District 1 (generally north Midland) Council member, District 2 (generally south and east Midland) Two At-Large city-wide seats. The filing period will continue until...
Oil Show pumps out big scholarship bucks
Jul. 22—Area colleges and universities got a boost Monday from directors of the Permian Basin International Oil Show, who said their total donations of $310,000 would fund scholarships not only for engineering students but also for welders, truck drivers, technicians and others in the oilfield's technical trades. 2025 PBIOS President Martin Graves of Odessa announced that $100,000 would go to ...
Heather Bredimus announces candidacy for Midland City Council District 1
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Heather Bredimus, a community leader in multiple organizations, foster parent, and native Midlander, announced that she will be running for Midland City Council. Heather Bredimus announced her candidacy for Midland City Council District 1 on Monday, July 22. Bredimus said that she is a “passionate community leader and courageous communicator, who is […]
MCT announces Tim Jebsen is no longer Executive Director
MIDLAND, Texas — Midland Community Theatre announced in a Facebook post that Tim Jebsen is no longer the Executive Director. MCT says Jebsen's last day was July 15. "We appreciate Tim Jebsen's contributions to the growth and success of MCT during his more than 25 years with the theatre, and we wish him the best in his next endeavor," MCT said in the post.
Texas governor announces new triple-strand razor wire installation at El Paso border
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — More razor wire is going up along the U.S.-Mexico border in El Paso. Governor of Texas Greg Abbott took to X Monday morning to announce that engineers are installing triple-strand razor wire along the El Paso-Ciudad Juarez border. Abbott ended the social media post...
Murder suspect faces new charges in connection with June road rage incident
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- An Odessa man accused of murdering his wheelchair bound roommate last month is now facing new charges in connection with an alleged road rage incident that occurred just weeks before the murder. Brayden Scott Roupp, 18, has been charged with three counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, that’s in addition […]
Councilman John Norman announces re-election to District 2
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Councilman John Norman is running to be re-elected to Midland City Council District 2. He won the seat in 2020 with 62 percent of the vote. Councilman Norman said in a release to CBS7 that he plans to bring new businesses to create job opportunities, invest in infrastructure, housing and community facilities in District 2.
ECISD administrators learn about reflection
Jul. 22—One of Ector County ISD's many professional development opportunities over the summer is Leadership University and about 200 administrators attended the first day of the three-day event Monday at Crossroads Fellowship Church. The theme is "The Art of Reflection." The conference is aimed at providing district administrators with an opportunity to come together, sharpen their leadership ...
Woman accused of ramming truck, firing shot
Jul. 22—A 33-year-old Odessa woman was arrested Saturday morning after her boyfriend accused her of ramming his vehicle and firing a firearm at him. According to an Ector County Sheriff's Office report, officers received a call about an unwanted person in the 800 block of Rosamond Avenue and when they arrived, a 27-year-old man told them his girlfriend of six months, Victoria Galindo Cortez, ...
Movies in the Park presents 'Wonka'
Jul. 22—Watch "Wonka" Saturday, July 27, in the great outdoors for free with Movies in the Park. The fun begins at 7 p.m. at Floyd Gwin Soccer Field, 1015 N County Road West. The movie will start as the sun goes down. Community members are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Concessions will be available. This event is free and open to the public. ___ (c)2024 the Odessa ...
New information released on West Texas manhunt
Editor's note: This article addresses suicide. If you or anyone you know could be struggling with suicidal thoughts, call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) any time day or night or chat online; The Veterans Crisis Line and Military Crisis Line, 1-800-273-8255, press 1; or the Crisis Text Line provides free confidential support 24 hours a day, seven days a week via text message to people in crisis when they text "HELLO" to 741741.
Midland Looking for Input on Stormwater Management
The City of Midland is asking for the public’s input on stormwater management. Via a new topic on E-CityHall, respondents can provide public input about their experiences with flooding and stormwater events and submit suggestions for considerations in potential policy updates. Chapter 29 of the City’s Code of Ordinances describes stormwater management requirements for new developments located within the city. Developers are required to capture and provide storage for stormwater runoff. The intent of stormwater management is to slow the rate at which stormwater enters the City’s sewer network and waterways, which helps prevent flooding.
Peso Pluma's ÉXODO tour launches in Texas with sold out shows, San Antonio next
SAN ANTONIO - Peso Pluma kicked off his highly anticipated “ÉXODO” tour this weekend in Texas playing three sold-out shows in Austin, Dallas, and Edinburgh. The tour features incredible choreography, and set design unlike any show you've seen before, adding an incredible visual experience to Peso Pluma's music.
Lubbock-area school supply giveaways and events
LUBBOCK, Texas — As a new school year approaches, parents are gearing up to tackle long supply lists. Luckily, several groups in Lubbock and surrounding areas will host supply giveaways and events to provide some relief. EverythingLubbock.com created a list of giveaways in the area: More events and giveaways will be added as information is […]
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.