It was a chilly day in the Permian Basin yesterday, but we aren’t talking about the weather. A chili cook-off was held at the Harley Davidson in Odessa. Several people competed in the chili cook-off.

Arrest warrants have been issued for two men believed to be behind a scheme that defrauded several Sedalia banks out of thousands of dollars.

In addition, Israeli forces "located and confiscated additional weapons, including mortars and dozens of rockets" ...

In West Odessa, a community that has outgrown its existing water system, residents must outsource their water.

The Odessa College softball team faced Western Texas College in the second game of a doubleheader Friday at the Wrangler Softball Complex. © 2025 the Odessa American (Odessa, Texas). Visit ...

The Odessa College softball team cruised past Western Texas College in a doubleheader, winning by scores of 9-0 and 8-4 Thursday on the road. Hadyn Milley got the victory in the circle for the Lady ...

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Lindberg Williams, 60, was arrested for attempting to steal a Led Pod and a Jump start from O'Reilly Auto Parts, according to ...

On Friday, April 4, Odessa Arts invited the community to a presentation of an arts economic impact study. In 2024, the arts ...

Sheehan and Creath earn bronze for Rome Grizzlies 19u at USA Hockey Nationals ...

Travelers in the Permian Basin may encounter snow and freezing conditions, with a freeze watch and winter weather advisory in effect.

Three exciting events in Odessa this weekend invite people of all ages to join the fun! Odessa Arts First Friday begins at ...