One dead after crash in Midland County

ODESSA, Texas — As roads have become icy over Sunday night to Monday morning, local law enforcement have been reporting dozens of crashes in the Permian Basin. DPS has responded to a total of 55 crashes in its Midland district (covering in much of the Permian Basin) from midnight to noon on Monday.

ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department is currently investigating four separate 18-wheeler crashes on IH-20 with all being between West Loop 338 and West County Road. If you have to travel today, OPD says to use extreme caution if you must travel on Interstate 20, Highway 80, and Highway 191. They suggest that you need to reduce your speed and maintain a safe distance to the vehicle in front that will allow enough time to stop your vehicle.

ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department has responded to approximately 30 crashes so far this morning. OPD said people must use extreme caution if you travel on I-20, Highway 80 and Highway 191. They suggest that you need to reduce your speed and maintain a safe distance to the vehicle in front that will allow enough time to stop your vehicle.

UPTON COUNTY, Texas — Two people have been killed in a fatal crash in Upton County on January 26. 26-year-old Lorenzo Carmona of Pasadena, Texas and 31-year-old DeRichee Nkogallago of Odessa were both pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred on SH 349, 24 miles south of Midland, and involved three vehicles.

MIDLAND, Texas — The Midland Police Department is asking for help locating a young man's family. He was found unattended near Ward Street and Shandon Avenue. He is not able to communicate what his name is or where he lives. He is also believed to be around 13-17 years old.

MIDLAND, Texas — The City of Midland is warning drivers of a concrete paving project on W. Louisiana Avenue that could impact their commutes. The transportation division will begin work on Monday by paving the section between Mogford Street and Kent Street. Phase one is tentatively expected to take...

ODESSA, Texas — UPDATE: According to the Odessa Police Department, Allen has been safely located. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Odessa Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a missing person. Daquann Allen, 34, was last seen at 7 a.m. in the 1800 block of W 24th St....

MIDLAND, Texas — Last week, the Midland City Council made the decision to move on from the Quality of Place Conservancy in the Hogan Park project. Midland Mayor Lori Blong held a press conference Monday afternoon at Midland City Hall to address it once more in order to accept the reality of the situation and move forward.

MIDLAND, Texas — UPDATE: As of Thursday at 5:40 p.m., CJ Kelly Park is reopened to the public. A city spokesperson said the investigation is ongoing. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CJ Kelly Park will be closed on January 26,2023 to the public due to an ongoing investigation by the Midland Police Department,...

MIDLAND, Texas — The Midland Police Department is asking for help investigating a missing person report. Isaac Loya, 43, was last seen leaving Tropical Smoothie Cafe 1910 N Loop 250 W in a dark gray 2003 Chevy Silverado with Texas plates BN39677. He was wearing a blue and silver...

MIDLAND, Texas — A man is behind bars after police say he drugged and tried to take advantage of a woman at a Midland apartment complex. Ismael Gomez-Ozaeta is facing a charge of aggravated kidnapping with a deadly weapon, a first-degree felony. According to an arrest affidavit, Midland police...

ECTOR COUNTY, Texas — Two people were indicted Monday for their 8-year-old son's death late last year. Court records show that the child’s mother, Megan Lange, was indicted on charges of capital murder of a person under 10, injury to a child and injury to a child by omission. The child’s stepfather, Rodolfo Reyes, was indicted on one count of injury to a child by omission.

BIG SPRING, Texas — City of Big Spring utility crews are currently working on water lines near the Kentwood neighborhood. At this time, residents in that area might experience little to no water pressure, while repairs are being finished. Crews are working as quickly as possible to restore water...

ODESSA, Texas — UPDATE: According to Harris, the water bill was paid just before 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday. On Tuesday, residents at the Wellington Commons apartment complex came home to an alarming note on their door from the City of Odessa. "There was one taped to my door too,...

MIDLAND, Texas — The Midland Soup Kitchen has restarted Operation Code Blue with the weather conditions getting colder outside. The soup kitchen is asking for people to donate any coats, gloves, scarves and blankets they have to give. People can drop off at the Midland Soup Kitchen on Orchard Lane.

MIDLAND, Texas — With temperatures looking to dip into the 20's over the next few days in the Permian Basin, everybody needs a place to stay and keep warm. For the less fortunate, however, they may not have a place to stay for the night. This is why warming...

MIDLAND, Texas — Today was full of celebration at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. The Church was celebrating they’re 70th anniversary, alongside the completion of a newly built labyrinth on the property. “Labyrinths are used not only for contemplation for dealing with tough issues but they’re also...

MIDLAND, Texas — West Texans know all about the allergies that have to be dealt with as wind blows all kinds of dust and pollen through the air. However, West Texas Allergy has taken steps that can help it better serve the community moving forward. The healthcare provider has...

MIDLAND, Texas — Midland City Council voted against signing an agreement with the Quality of Place Conservancy to renovate and manage Hogan Park. Now, Mayor Lori Blong is focused on moving forward but is disappointed in the outcome of Tuesday's vote. "I think that we have an opportunity here...

MIDLAND, Texas — The Hogan Park project is set to be discussed at Tuesday's Midland City Council Meeting for what could be the final decision. Councilmembers are set to vote on whether or not Midland should reach an agreement with Permian Basin Quality of Place Conservancy regarding Hogan Park.