Permian Basin, human trafficking

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.
Over 20 arrests made, four victims recovered from recent Permian Basin human trafficking operation
In January, multiple agencies worked with the Texas Department of Public Safety to help stop the exploitation and victimization of trafficked victims.
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.
Basin rig count up one as prices slip
The rig count in the Permian Basin was up one this week, the latest count Friday by Baker Hughes shows, with 304 rigs active in the region. A year ago, 312 rigs were active in the region. Nationally, ...
Human Trafficking in the Permian Basin
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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 ...
UT Permian Basin kicks off Falcon Day of Giving
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New Pipeline Will Bring More Permian Gas to Texas Industrial Corridor
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As Texas lawmakers navigate the 89th Legislative Session, key discussions revolve around two major national issues—energy production and immigration.
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 ...