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A violent shooting in Midland left nine people injured and the suspect dead after a tense standoff. This tragedy is already triggering urgent questions about how our local emergency teams handle active threats and what we can do to keep our neighborhoods safe.
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Rising — being discussed more frequently. 5 mentions in the last 30 days, 3 the 60 before, 1 the 90 before that.
The positions are funded at grade and step 21.7.
County employees and the public visiting the courthouse.
Residents who arrive on Tuesdays expecting in-person service may be inconvenienced.
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A 61-year-old Midland pedestrian died after being struck by a car on East Front Street, police said. The crash remains under investigation.Raimund Linke/Getty ImagesA Midland pedestrian died after being struck ...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Texas Anti-Gang Center – Permian Basin (TAG) completed its first year of operation.According to the Midland County Sheriff’s Office, the center reported the following accomplishments...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A woman died after being hit by a car in Midland Monday morning.According to Midland police, at around 6:47 a.m., police and Midland fire crews responded to the area of Caldera about a c...
A woman buckling her seatbeltF.J. Jimenez/Getty ImagesThe city of Midland has presented its annual implementation progress report for the Vision Zero Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. The presentation, which in...
The court reviewed various requests for the Sheriff's Office, including new staff and equipment, while balancing the need for public safety against budget constraints.
The county is struggling with jail staffing and approved a new policy offering signing bonuses to attract and retain detention officers.
The county is adding security deputies to all constable precincts to improve safety at the courthouse.
The county is deciding who will provide security for the new JP Courthouse. Constables argue they can better staff the building, while the Sheriff cites state law giving him control of courthouses.
Four people remain hospitalized after the June 12 shooting in Midland.Luke Dias/Midland Reporter-TelegramMidland Memorial Hospital reported that four victims of the June 12 shooting remain hospitalized.As of...
Texas Governor Greg Abbott said he was "deeply saddened by the senseless act of violence in Midland" on June 12.B. Kay Richter/Midland Reporter-TelegramState leaders have issued statements following the mass...
Midland police are searching for a suspect who is wanted after allegedly firing at an officer during a traffic stop.Courtesy Image /City of Midland Public Information OfficeThe man wanted on a charge of...
Gunman in Midland shooting dead after killing at least 1, injuring 10 others FOX 5 New York
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland Police are searching for a man accused of firing a rifle at an officer during a late-night traffic stop Wednesday.According to the Midland Police Department, officers tried to...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A Midland mother says she and her neighbors were left shaken after finding themselves near a police pursuit that ended with a suspect firing at an officer late Wednesday night.Yvonne...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland Police are searching for a man accused of firing a rifle at an officer during a late-night traffic stop Wednesday.According to the Midland Police Department, officers tried to...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Neighbors in a Midland neighborhood are still shaken after gunfire erupted outside their homes Wednesday night when a man shot at police during a traffic stop.It happened around 11:30...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Neighbors in a Midland neighborhood are still shaken after gunfire erupted outside their homes Wednesday night when a man shot at police during a traffic stop.It happened around 11:30...
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - A Midland mother says she and her neighbors were left shaken after finding themselves near a police pursuit that ended with a suspect firing at an officer late Wednesday night.Yvonne...
The county is facing a shortage of jailers and is considering a $2,000 bonus program to improve recruitment and retention.
Constables requested additional fuel funds and new in-car camera systems to maintain patrol operations. The court approved these requests to ensure law enforcement coverage.
The Warrant Services office has been closing on Tuesdays to focus on scanning warrants and transitioning to a paperless system. Residents expressed concern about access, but staff stated they remain available by phone and for urgent matters.
The court debated whether to add new Deputy Constable positions mid-year, with some arguing it's necessary for safety and others insisting it should wait for the budget process.
The Sheriff's Office is adding a Major position and adjusting the Chief Deputy's pay grade to improve administrative structure. The changes will cost approximately $4,000.
St. Louis encephalitis virus confirmed in mosquitoes in Midland County newswest9.com
Pedestrian killed in Monday morning crash in Midland, police investigation ongoing
Officer dislocates shoulder during arrest of wanted man in Midland, additional charge added
West Texas mass shooting | Suspect, victim dead, nearly a dozen others injured in Midland
Midland County Sheriff's Office issues statement regarding tragic mass shooting
West Texas mass shooting: Midland mayor gives new details, confirms shooter is dead at press conference
Allows the development to move forward following previously approved variances.
This allows for the development of new school facilities in the Greenwood area.
The approval allows for lower-cost road construction, but raises concerns about future county maintenance responsibilities.