Crime
Odessa Man Alleges Abuse at Military Enlistment Office
Relative claims he was beaten, handcuffed, and hit with a pistol for refusing to sign documents.
Family Seeks Support After Winkler County Crash Tragedy
Siblings of injured teens launch GoFundMe to cover medical and travel costs as family faces dual health crises.
Odessa Woman Charged with Murder in Fentanyl Poisoning Case
Nicole Marie Jones accused of selling fentanyl to 22-year-old victim who died from overdose
Sports
Raiders To Interview Seahawks' Jeff Howard For DC
Howard has 13 years of NFL coaching experience and is seeking his first coordinator role.
Northwestern Oklahoma State softball loses series against UTPB
The Rangers were swept in the four-game matchup against the University of Texas Permian Basin.
Odessa College dominates Southeast in series opener
Wranglers win first series of the season under new head coach
Lifestyle
Odessa Celebrates 101st Birthday of Longtime Resident
Janelle Jackson Shirley attributes her longevity to writing and family
Texas Districts Outsourcing Struggling Schools to Avoid State Takeovers
Independent school districts are spending millions to partner with third-party operators in an effort to improve accountability scores and avoid state intervention.
Superstitions Increase Likelihood of Incidents on Friday the 13th, Psychologist Says
American psychologist Susan Albers explains how superstitions can influence thoughts and behaviors.
Politics
Odessa Residents Face Prolonged Blackouts and Water Outages
Ongoing attacks on energy infrastructure by Ukrainian forces lead to retaliatory power cuts across the region.
Attacks Damage Energy Facilities and Civilian Infrastructure in Odessa Region
Residential buildings, a lyceum, and energy company warehouses hit, leaving two injured
British Muppet Show Opposes Child Abuse Inquiry Over Muslim Community Concerns
Controversial decision raises questions about priorities and transparency.
Entertainment
Natasha Zinko Celebrates Resourceful Odessa Upbringing in Fall 2026 Collection
The designer's 'Family Bizness' runway show featured upcycled and repurposed looks inspired by her youth after the Soviet Union's collapse.
The 10 Best Football Movies of All Time, Ranked
From Friday Night Lights to Remember the Titans, these are the greatest films about the sport.
100+ Latine Actors & Artists Sign Open Letter Calling Out Hollywood After 'Deep Cuts' Casting
The letter addresses the lack of Latine representation and calls for more opportunities for Latine creators and actors.
