LPD warns of scam cartel kidnapping calls

The Levelland Police Department LPD) has received an increase in reports of fraudulent calls from unknown callers claim to be affiliated with a cartel and allege to a loved one has been kidnapped.

DHS imposes additional immigration restrictions

The U.S. Department of State has paused immigrant visa processing for nationals from 75 countries starting Jan. 21, citing risks of 'public benefits usage.”The policy will affect permanent residency but not temporary visas (tourist, student, work).

LISD board to hold regular, public meeting

The LISD Board of Trustees will be holding both a public meeting and regular board meeting on Jan. 21 at 6 p.m.The 2025 final audit report is expected to be presented and a public TAPR public hearing will be held.

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Levelland Police Report

Jan. 711:18 a.m. – Detective conducted interview of suspect and obtained an arrest warrant.12:09 a.m. – Officers dispatched to the 1400 block of West Adams St. in reference to a deceased person.9:17 p.m. – Officers dispatched to the 1500 block of 8th St. regarding a terroristic threat.11 p.m.

Hockley County Report

286th District CourtState vs. Marco Antonio Ramirez, charged with assault causes bodily injury to family member. Court order to adjudicate.State vs. Marco Ramirez, charges with assault causes bodily injury to family member.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Jan. 20-24 Hockley County Junior Livestock Show, Mallet Event CenterJan. 24The Bettys Barrel Race, Mallet Event CenterJan. 31Will Bannister Live, Wallace TheaterFeb. 6-7Levelland Horse Sale, Mallet Event CenterFeb. 12-13 Olatuja, singer & Songwriter, Wallace TheaterFeb.

Texas A&M Forest Service publishes 2025 annual report

Texas A&M Forest Service released its 2025 annual report, highlighting the agency’s impact. Texas A&M Forest Service is the lead agency in forest conservation and wildfire response in Texas.

DOCTOR Act targets physician shortage in Texas

The Texas legislature passed HB 20238, known as the DOCTOR Act, to address a shortage of physicians in Texas due to population growth and an aging population of retiring doctors.

Fire Department Report

Jan. 8Fire Department dispatched to the 2000 block of Hwy 114 regarding a gas leak. Upon arrival, Atmos was on scene and advised someone ran over the meter. Fire crew plugged the pipe and Atmos stated a crew was arriving to crimp the pipe.