In the last week alone, burglaries, attempted auto theft, and a triple homicide were all done allegedly by teenagers.

Greater St. John Baptist Church marks 97 years in Odessa, honoring generations of faith, family and fellowship rooted in love and a lasting foundation.

Sarengbe Sanogo scored a career-high in points and Bailey Maupin reached new feats as the Texas Tech Lady Raiders overtook ...

This8, Odessa invites kids to connect with Santa over the phone, making holiday wishes come true during the cherished 'Calls ...

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As the year comes to an end, local leaders across the Permian Basin are encouraging residents in Ector and surrounding ...

UTPB is stepping up to address the region’s teacher shortage by offering flexible and affordable pathways to obtain a teacher ...

Midland Festival Ballet’s 32nd Nutcracker at Wagner Noel, Dec. 20–21, with West Texas Symphony, guest artists and 111 local ...

Midland-Odessa is buzzing with New Year's Eve celebrations, from Midland's Merry Lights to Odessa's stylish parties, ensuring ...

A 15-year-old boy is charged with capital murder after police say he killed his ex-girlfriend’s mother and two siblings at a ...

Dexter, a 2-year-old male poodle mix, needs to be adopted into a good home. To adopt Dexter or any of the other pets at the Humane Society of Odessa, stop by 2230 W. Sycamore, call 432-257-4311, visit ...

The all-you-can-eat buffet was once a mainstay of American dining, but since 2020, it's become much harder to find. These 11 ...