Odessa sees rising wrecks tied to traffic and enforcement
Police note increased citations from traffic enforcement including Safe Zones around schools and Click It or Ticket programs. OPD employs about 185 officers. workload high with 138 below sergeant and resources stretched. Experts cite more vehicles and miles driven in Odessa Midland area as key factors behind more crashes and worsened traffic safety.
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Midland Odessa Transportation Alliance leader warns of strain
James Beau Champ, president of the Midland Odessa Transportation Alliance, notes growing people and vehicles. calls for added capacity to ease strain on existing infrastructure amid limited new capacity.
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Texas Legislature approves drug test requirement for unemployment
The Texas Legislature approved a bill requiring laid-off workers seeking unemployment benefits to undergo state questionnaires and possible drug tests. Those failing tests would lose benefits. the measure aims to keep a competent workforce. The proposal now goes to the governor for action.
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