KMID-TV (Odessa, TX )

KMID-TV first began broadcasting on December 18, 1953, making it the oldest television station in the Midland/Odessa area. In 2000, the station was purchased by Nexstar Broadcasting, its current owner. For a significant period, KMID was popularly known as “Big 2,” but in early 2004, it rebranded itself as “ABC2.” Despite this change, many residents in the Permian Basin continued to refer to it as “Big 2,” leading to the revival of that nickname in 2009. However, on December 12, 2015, the station transitioned again, adopting the name “Local 2.” On April 24, 2013, the Communications Corporation of America announced it would sell its group of stations to Nexstar. KPEJ was initially set to be sold to Mission Broadcasting. However, on June 6, 2014, Nexstar decided to sell KPEJ-TV to Marshall Broadcasting, a new minority-owned company, for $58.5 million. Nexstar would continue to manage KPEJ through a shared services agreement, creating a virtual duopoly with KMID. The transaction was finalized on January 1, 2015.

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‘Sinners’ puts ‘truth on screen’ for the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians

23 hours ago | yourbasin.com | Sophie Bates

CHOCTAW, Miss. (AP) — It’s a small part in a big movie, but for the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, their scene in “Sinners” is a huge deal. The horror movie blockbuster, starring Michael B. Jordan as a gangster turned vampire slayer, paints a brief but impactful portrait of the tribe using Choctaw actors and cultural experts. For some, it’s the first time they’ve seen the Choctaw way of life accurately portrayed on the big screen.
Local boxing gym hosts event honoring late teammate

1 day ago | yourbasin.com | Jesse Zaragoza

Posted: Jun 5, 2025 / 10:46 PM CDT Updated: Jun 5, 2025 / 10:46 PM CDT ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – It’s been almost a year since Argen “Lil G” Garcia passed away in a tragic car crash. Garcia was a member of the local boxing gym Gorilla Heavy Hitters, learning the fundamentals of boxing while getting his first taste of combat sports.
Another year, Another parade for Coahoma

1 day ago | yourbasin.com | Jesse Zaragoza

Posted: Jun 4, 2025 / 11:22 PM CDT Updated: Jun 4, 2025 / 11:22 PM CDT COAHOMA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – For the third year in a row, Coahoma’s community celebrated the Bulldogettes after winning their third straight state title, throwing a parade. Fans of all ages lined up along North First Street with their chairs and signs, cheering on the girls as they passed.
Cleanup efforts underway for Pleasant Farms after massive storm

1 day ago | yourbasin.com | Lidianna Reyes

Posted: Jun 4, 2025 / 09:14 PM CDT Updated: Jun 4, 2025 / 09:14 PM CDT ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Clean-up efforts are underway in Pleasant Farms after Tuesday morning’s storms left many homes destroyed. Now Ector County Judge Dustin Fawcett hopes to help those who suffered damages get back on their feet. He has declared a local state of emergency in hopes of getting access to more resources.
New City Manager takes the reins in Odessa

4 days ago | yourbasin.com | Lidianna Reyes

Posted: Jun 2, 2025 / 06:35 PM CDT Updated: Jun 2, 2025 / 06:35 PM CDT ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- David Vela, Odessa’s new City Manager for the city of Odessa, kicked off his first day with a news conference aimed at telling the community about his plans and letting citizens know he wants to hear about their wants and needs. “A big part of my ten years…as city manager is listening to the people,” David Vela City Manager.
Highlighting Hope: Breaking Bread Ministries

4 days ago | yourbasin.com | Ric Dorsey

Posted: Jun 2, 2025 / 01:50 PM CDT Updated: Jun 2, 2025 / 01:50 PM CDT MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- School is out for summer, which means some children in the Basin don’t have regular access to food. Parents experiencing food insecurity in the Permian Basin can bring their children to Breaking Bread Ministry to receive the nourishment they need; it’s all a part of the organization’s mission.
Here’s where normal people can still buy homes, according to real estate data

4 days ago | yourbasin.com | Alix Martichoux |Orphe Divounguy

Posted: Jun 1, 2025 / 09:50 AM CDT Updated: Jun 1, 2025 / 09:50 AM CDT (NEXSTAR) – If you’ve given up on home ownership, you’re not alone. The dream has grown unaffordable and unrealistic for Americans in many major cities. “The rapid rise in home values coupled with the doubling of mortgage rates caused the cost of owning a home to soar. Unfortunately, incomes just haven’t kept up.
6/2/25 Forecast & Top Local News Headlines

4 days ago | yourbasin.com | Bridget Sarpong

Posted: Jun 2, 2025 / 07:03 AM CDT Updated: Jun 2, 2025 / 07:03 AM CDT The start of June is here and the one thing rolling over from last month is going to be severe thunderstorms, please be safe avoid flooded roadways, turn around don’t drown and drive cautiously. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
HIGHLIGHTS: RockHounds Gage Jump earns fourth win after stellar outing

5 days ago | yourbasin.com | Jesse Zaragoza

Posted: May 31, 2025 / 10:37 PM CDT Updated: May 31, 2025 / 10:38 PM CDT MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Midland Rockhounds took home the win against Corpus Christi, beating the Hooks 5-0. Pitcher Gage Jump had a dominant outing, throwing seven scoreless innings and seven strikeouts. Midland wraps up its six-game series with the Hooks Sunday afternoon. Highlights of the game are above.
PermiaCare, OPD, and MCSO team up with new program to help those in crisis

1 week ago | yourbasin.com | Lidianna Reyes

Posted: May 30, 2025 / 07:21 PM CDT Updated: May 30, 2025 / 07:21 PM CDT PERMIAN BASIN (KMID/KPEJ)- PermiaCare is launching a new program next month in collaboration with the Odessa Police Department and the Midland County Sheriff’s Office to help people who are in need of mental health care.