Permian Basin, human trafficking and DPS

The Permian Basin comes together to stop human trafficking
On the heels of several major arrests last month as part of an anti-human trafficking initiative, we wanted to take a closer look at trafficking in the Basin; officials said the Permian is a major hub for human trafficking across the country.
Texas DPS Arrests Over 20 in Permian Basin Human Trafficking Sting, Rescues Four Including Children
The Texas DPS arrested over 20 individuals and rescued 4 victims in a human trafficking crackdown in the Permian Basin, with multiple agencies contributing to the operation.
Texas DPS arrests 20, rescues 4 in Permian Basin human trafficking operations
The Texas Department of Public Safety, in collaboration with other law enforcement agencies, made over 20 arrests and rescued four victims in human trafficking
DPS: Over 20 arrests made in Permian Basin human trafficking operations
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), in collaboration with local, state, and federal law enforcement, made over 20 arrests and rescued four victims in a series of human trafficking operations conducted throughout the Permian Basin in January.
Texas human trafficking operation results in 4 victims rescued, 20 people arrested
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) made more than 20 arrests and rescued four victims in human trafficking operations conducted in the Permian Basin throughout the month of January.
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Chevron announces job cuts; impact on Permian Basin not yet known
Chevron announces plans to cut 15-20% of its global workforce by 2026, affecting up to 8,000 employees, as part of ...
Human Trafficking in the Permian Basin
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) made a series of allegations of sexual abuse, rape and voyeurism perpetrated against herself and ...
IDEA Permian Basin to host student lottery for families hoping to enroll their children
Families hoping to enroll their children in IDEA Public Schools for the 2025-26 school year will soon learn their placement ...
EC and OXY Extend Permian Basin Development Plan to Boost Production
Ecopetrol and Occidental Petroleum agree to renew their joint venture in the Permian Basin. The agreement outlines a plan that includes the drilling of 34 wells between April 2025 and June 2026.
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USEDC plans $1bn investment in Permian Basin in 2025
US Energy Development Corporation (USEDC) has announced plans to invest up to $1bn in the Permian Basin during 2025. This ...
Energy Transfer targets $5B in 2025 growth capital with focus on NGL and Permian expansions
Energy Transfer projects $5B in growth capital expenditures for 2025, with $1.6B allocated to midstream projects and $1.4B for NGL and refined products, including the Nederland Flexport expansion and ...
Game Ready USA is quietly taking the Basin by storm
To be able to shine under those Friday Night Lights could be a lot of pressure. Luckily for these athletes, they were able to ...
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Falcon Giving Day coming up
The Odessa American is the leading source of local news, information, entertainment and sports for the Permian Basin.
Exxon Mobil: The Next Big Energy Cycle Winner
Exxon reported $34B in earnings and $55B in operating cash flow in 2024, maintaining a 15% five-year average ROCE. See why I ...