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West Texas braces for potential severe springtime dust storms

5 days ago | newswest9.com | Jordan Frazier

As we continue our coverage of Severe Weather Preparedness Week, we are now taking a look at dust storms. The most common blowing dust events in West Texas occur in the spring months and are created from winds originating in the west. Dust storms are caused by very strong winds often produced by thunderstorms. In dry regions, the winds can pull dust from the ground up into the air, creating a dust storm.
Meet Geovonnie, Pet of the Week for Midland Humane Coalition

5 days ago | newswest9.com | Adam Correa

MIDLAND, Texas — Meet Geovonnie, the Pet of the Week for the Midland Humane Coalition (MHC). Geovonnie, or Geo for short, is 13 weeks old, bright-eyed and playful. He is a Pitbull mix who was rescued by MHC from the city shelter alongside his mom and littermates. MHC said he has proven himself to be a resilient, affectionate little dog. Geo is full of energy, loves to explore and has a great big heart filled with love to give away, according to MHC.
Jordan Frazier emphasizes flood safety in West Texas

6 days ago | newswest9.com | Jordan Frazier

For Severe Weather Preparedness Week, Chief Meteorologist Jordan Frazier is taking a look at flooding, a surprisingly common weather phenomena in West Texas. It doesn't rain often in West Texas, but when it does, it's usually enough to cause flooding. It only takes a half inch of rain for the Permian Basin to start seeing minor problems on the roads, and several inches can cause major flooding.
Third measles case confirmed in Midland County

6 days ago | newswest9.com | Adam Correa

MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas — A third measles case has been reported in Midland County Thursday, according to the Midland Health Department. The department is working to identify exposures and notify exposed individuals. An adult resident is the third person to contract measles in the county. As of Tuesday, there are 561 measles case reported in the West Texas Outbreak.
Suspects identified and new details reveal what happened in alleged Fair to Midland bar fight

6 days ago | newswest9.com | Adam Correa

MIDLAND, Texas — Author's Note: This story talks about disturbing violent acts and reader's discretion is advised An alleged fight between officers and citizens at Fair to Midland Sunday morning led to the arrests of two individuals, Cindy Fuentes and Jose Zarate, for alleged assault on a peace officer. A viral video began circulating around social media appearing to show an officer striking a woman.
Texas Highway 1450 shut down due to a semi-truck rollover

1 week ago | newswest9.com | Adam Correa

REEVES COUNTY, Texas — TX Hwy 1450 is currently shut down due to a semi-truck that rolled over, according to Reeves County Texas on Wednesday. The rollover happened 19 miles southeast of the Town of Pecos City. The county said Reeves County Emergency Service Districts Nos. 1 & 2 among other first responders are on scene working to clear the roadway. A video posted by the county appears to show a helicopter landing along Hwy 1450. Drivers are urged to reduce speed when approaching the area.
Severe Weather - Hail

1 week ago | newswest9.com | Jordan Frazier

Severe weather preparedness week is upon us and the topic today is a topic that so many of us face every year here in West Texas, hail. It damages our cars and our homes without a lot of warning and with varying sizes. West Texas is no stranger to severe weather. So, this week, NewsWest 9's Andy Meade and myself are going to take you through all the different types of severe weather the Permian Basin faces and how to stay safe.
3 men charged with capital murder after 8-year-old dies from gunshot wound, police say

1 week ago | newswest9.com | Adam Correa

ODESSA, Texas — Three men face capital murder charges after an eight-year-old boy died from a gunshot wound to the head he sustained in a shooting on April 7, according to the Odessa Police Department (OPD). The eight-year-old was in Lubbock in serious condition for a week and unfortunately passed away on Monday, police say. The shooting occurred at an apartment complex in the 1000 block of W. Monahans. Both 24-year-old Santos Roman and Anthony Ramon were the suspects originally arrested.
Odessa man arrested for stabbing father in home

1 week ago | newswest9.com | Adam Correa

ODESSA, Texas — A man is behind bars after he admittingly stabbed his father at an Odessa home on Sunday, according to an arrest affidavit obtained by NewsWest 9. At 11:10 a.m., the Odessa Police Department was called to a residence in the 1000 block of Garnet because of a stab victim. When police got to the residence, Benardo Hernandez Jr. was in the driveway standing behind a parked vehicle.
Woman charged with homicide by vehicle after car chase from Andrews to Hobbs ends in fiery crash

1 week ago | newswest9.com | Adam Correa

HOBBS, N.M. — Jasmine Jaramillo, 27, who led law enforcement on a car chase from Andrews County to Hobbs last week has been hit with additional charges in New Mexico, according to Lea County arrest records. One of the big new charges is homicide by vehicle. Jaramillo is suspected of stealing a Ford pickup truck and leading Andrews County and Lea County law enforcement officials on a high speed chase on the evening and night of April 7, multiple officials confirm.