With a thorny ethical dilemma at its core and clever use of its natural surroundings, Thordur Palsson’s “The Damned” is a film concerned with moral and physical claustrophobia. Taking place ...

The Odessa Student Crime Stoppers are asking for the public's help in finding who is responsible for the death of 18-year-old Edgar Rubio.

The Odessa Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the launch of the 2025 National Civics Bee, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their ...

Some residents of West Odessa are rallying to bring full-time fire and EMS services to the area with the launch of a petition for an Emergency Services District (ESD). The deadline to sign is Jan. 9.

A memorial was held at the Arnot Mall to honor President Jimmy Carter’s service with Habitat for Humanity. The event included ...

With colder weather in the Basin at the start of the new year, Ector County ISD and Midland ISD are reminding residents on ...

Union Pacific Railroad will close Odessa crossings overnight for track repairs, advising drivers to plan alternate routes.

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Multiple Odessa Union Pacific Railroad crossings will undergo repairs starting Jan. 8. Prepare to take alternate routes.

The Odessa American is the leading source of local news, information, entertainment and sports for the Permian Basin.

The Schuyler County District Attorney announced a 67-year-old man from Odessa has pleaded guilty to multiple charges ...

An Odessa man who was arrested in North Carolina back in March pleaded guilty recently to rape and other sexual crimes ...