Crime
Texas Woman Charged for Allegedly Assisting Ex-Husband's Suicide
Sarah Regmund accused of helping paralyzed Joseph Cheffo end his life with guidance from 'right to die' nonprofit
Man Arrested in Odessa Burglary, Faces Multiple Felony Charges
Herman Enrique Perez charged with burglary, drug possession, and identity theft after alleged home invasion
Odessa Man Alleges Abuse at Military Enlistment Office
Relative claims he was beaten, handcuffed, and hit with a pistol for refusing to sign documents.
Sports
Buffaloes Use the Long Ball to Sweep Past Cameron
West Texas A&M Buffaloes win sixth straight game with four home runs
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.
Lifestyle
ECISD Delays Teacher Certification Deadline to 2029-2030
Texas school district given extension to certify all K-5 core content teachers
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.
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.
