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Odessa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Odessa News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Odessa and the Permian Basin. From local government and business developments to energy, oil and gas, healthcare, education, public safety, economic growth, and community events across Ector County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of West Texas' most important economic hubs, Odessa News Today…
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Odessa Launches Citizens UniverCity | Odessa News
Odessa’s new Citizens UniverCity program is a bold seven-week crash course in local government, giving 25 residents behind-the-scenes access to how city…
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Teen Accused in Fatal El Paso Crash | Odessa News
An 18-year-old man faces deadly charges after a horrific crash in Central El Paso, accused of driving drunk and killing a 33-year-old man while seriously…
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Man Accused of Gun Threat After Road Chase | Odessa News
A chilling early morning chase in Odessa ends with a man accused of trying to run a woman off the road and then brandishing a gun—leading to his arrest on…
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Flock Cameras and Privacy Reforms | Odessa News
Flock cameras are spreading fast across West Texas, helping police track stolen cars and missing people—but misuse is sparking alarm. Officers nationwide have…
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Richters Takes Over at Andrews | Odessa News
Andrews High School is poised for a bold new era under first-year head coach Jason Richters, who’s been with the Mustangs for 11 years—most recently as…
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Midland Hit-and-Run: White Pickup Escapes | Odessa News
A hit-and-run in Midland, Texas, on June 29th left a Mustang driver stranded after a white pickup with a red rack clipped their vehicle—then vanished. The…
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Von Miller Returns to Dallas | Odessa News
Von Miller, the NFL’s sack leader and 37-year-old pass rusher, is making a triumphant return to his childhood team — the Dallas Cowboys — in a one-year deal…
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Najee Harris Returns to Giants | Odessa News
Najee Harris is back, officially signing with the New York Giants after a brutal Achilles tear—ready to crush it on the field just in time for the opener. With…
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Gold Mine Collapse Claims 30 Lives | Odessa News
A deadly gold mine collapse in the Central African Republic’s Abba region has claimed at least 30 lives, with rescue crews racing against time to save trapped…
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Burglar Targets Biffle Home After Tragedy | Odessa News
A chilling twist in North Carolina: After NASCAR legend Greg Biffle’s tragic plane crash, a burglar named Terrell Williams broke into his home, stealing $30K…
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Truck Hits Crossing Guard in Odessa | Odessa News
Truck Hits Crossing Guard in Odessa | Odessa News
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Swamp Coolers: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Deserts | Odessa News
Before AC ruled the Southwest, people battled scorching heat with clever hacks—damp sheets, daytime shifts—and eventually, the ingenious swamp cooler. Born in…
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Ryans and Kubiak Reunite on the Field | Odessa News
DeMeco Ryans, now Houston Texans head coach, reunited with his old friend and former teammate Klint Kubiak of the Las Vegas Raiders for a joint practice — a…
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Chris Henson Named Sole Superintendent Finalist | Odessa News
After 20 years of dedicated service — from coaching football to leading as interim superintendent — Chris Henson is the sole finalist to become PBTISD’s next…
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Bluebonnet Curriculum Scrapped in Colorado | Odessa News
Elementary schools in Colorado’s Montezuma-Cortez district abruptly halted use of the controversial Bluebonnet reading curriculum just days into the school…
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UTPB Falcons Rise to #18 | Odessa News
UTPB football is heating up, ranked 18th in the AFCA Division II preseason poll—setting the stage for a historic season. Last year’s 11-3 record marked the…
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Minnesota Sues Texas for ICE Agent | Odessa News
Minnesota’s Attorney General Keith Ellison is suing Texas Governor Greg Abbott to force the extradition of ICE agent Christian Castro, accused of shooting and…
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Governors Reconsider Data Center Deals | Odessa News
Governors nationwide are reversing course on data centers as public pressure mounts ahead of elections. Once eager to lure tech giants with tax breaks and…
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OpenAI Launches ChatGPT for Teens | Odessa News
OpenAI just launched ChatGPT for Teens, a specially designed version with enhanced safety features for users aged 13 to 17, blocking harmful content and…
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Primaries Shape Senate and Governor Races | Odessa News
Voters in Alabama, Florida, and Wyoming head to the polls today for pivotal primaries that will shape the general election landscape, while California holds a…
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Calais Campbell Returns Amid Family Tragedy | Odessa News
Calais Campbell, back on the field after a heart-wrenching summer that included the tragic death of his mother and his brother’s arrest, is channeling his pain…
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WNBA All-Star Game Coming to Bay Area | Odessa News
The WNBA All-Star Game is coming to San Francisco in 2027, July 31st at Chase Center — the first time the mid-season showcase hits the Bay Area. This move…
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Padres Coach Detained in El Paso | Odessa News
San Diego Padres catching coach Oswaldo Pirela, a U.S. resident for 12 years and father of two U.S. citizen kids, was detained at El Paso airport during a work…
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Braidyn Montoya Faces Capital Murder Charge | Odessa News
A chilling case in Odessa, Texas, centers on Braidyn Montoya, charged with capital murder after a one-year-old girl suffered a fatal skull fracture. The baby…
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Midland College Joins NJCAAE Esports | Odessa News
Midland College is officially stepping into the big leagues of collegiate esports, joining the NJCAAE — the nation’s largest esports league for two-year…
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Permian Panthers Aim for Deeper Playoff Run | Odessa News
The Permian Panthers are firing on all cylinders again, returning seven offensive and six defensive starters after an eleven-win, playoff-bound season last…
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Marte Vanishes Again, D-backs Struggle | Odessa News
Ketel Marte’s absence from the Diamondbacks’ game against the Red Sox has sparked concern—this is the second straight year he’s vanished before a contest…
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FIFA Crisis Deepens as Infantino Faces Backlash | Odessa News
FIFA’s top executive Kevin Lamour is out after accusing President Infantino of deceiving staff over a $20 billion World Cup profit plan, sparking a firestorm…
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Crow-Armstrong Walks It Off | Odessa News
Pete Crow-Armstrong stole the show with a jaw-dropping walk-off homer in the 10th, lifting the Cubs to a 7-5 extra-innings win over the White Sox at Wrigley…
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Williams Sisters Battle Back in Tiebreaker | Odessa News
Serena and Venus Williams made a fiery return to the court as a doubles team at the Cincinnati Open, facing off against the surprising pairing of Marta Kostyuk…
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Texas Colleges Outperform Funding | Odessa News
Texas community colleges are crushing it under a new funding model that rewards student success and workforce readiness—earning 22% more credentials overall…
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Duane Davis Trial Begins in Vegas | Odessa News
The murder trial of Duane Davis, aka Keffe D., has officially opened in Las Vegas, with prosecutors accusing him of orchestrating the 1996 killing of Tupac…
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Labor Day Weekend Impaired Driving Crisis | Odessa News
Labor Day weekend in Texas saw a horrifying spike in impaired driving deaths—57% of fatal crashes involved drugs or alcohol, claiming 26 lives in just four…
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Hayden Panettiere Remembered | Odessa News
Hayden Panettiere, the beloved actress known for her breakout role as Claire Bennet in “Heroes” and her powerhouse performance as Juliette Barnes in…
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Von Miller Returns to Texas | Odessa News
Von Miller, two-time Super Bowl champ and hometown hero from DeSoto, is back in Texas—this time donning Dallas Cowboys gear for his 15th NFL season. After a…
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Fever Stun Dream in Overtime Thriller | Odessa News
Indiana Fever stuns Atlanta Dream in overtime thriller, 95-91, extending their winning streak to four and locking in playoff seeding with gritty defense and…
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Irish Athletes Shine with Fan Power | Odessa News
Irish athletes are dominating the European Championships in Birmingham, racking up four medals including golds for Kate OConnor in the heptathlon and Mark…
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Jack Whaley Claims U.S. Amateur Crown | Odessa News
Jack Whaley just won the U.S. Amateur championship, overcoming rain, a wasp sting, and a tough final-round battle against Jay Leng Jr. at Merion — with his dad…
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Man Arrested After Teen Claims Exposure | Odessa News
A 33-year-old man, Joshua Silva, was arrested by Odessa PD after a 13-year-old girl alleged he exposed himself and showed her sex toys during a visit on August…
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Supreme Court Closes Trump’s Carroll Appeal | Odessa News
The Supreme Court has shut the door on Donald Trump’s final bid to escape a $5 million judgment from E. Jean Carroll, who accused him of sexual assault and…
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Man Charged After Child’s Death | Odessa News
A one-year-old girl died after a fall allegedly witnessed by her father, Braidyn Montoya, who’s now facing capital murder charges. Initially claiming she fell…
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Snacks Got Too Complicated | Odessa News
Snack labels are getting wilder, with 60% of people saying ingredients have gone too far—so simple is the new sexy. Gen Z and millennials especially ditch…
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Semi Driver Arrested After Car Chase | Odessa News
A semi-truck driver in Odessa got arrested after a wreck turned violent—he allegedly jumped into the woman’s car, tried to run her down, then flipped the…
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Tragic Three-Vehicle Pile-Up on I-20 | Odessa News
A deadly three-vehicle pile-up on I-20 in Martin County early Friday morning left one man dead and two others injured after a big rig lost control due to a…
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DEA’s ‘Let Drugs Walk’ Strategy Under Fire | Odessa News
The Justice Department’s inspector general is launching a probe into a dangerous DEA tactic: letting fentanyl shipments slip through to build bigger drug…
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Desalination Bill Extends Water Future | Odessa News
Senators Cornyn and Padilla are pushing a bold new bill to keep America’s water future flowing—by extending federal funding for desalination projects that turn…
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Booker Powell Arrested After Car Attack | Odessa News
A 37-year-old man named Booker Powell was arrested in Odessa on three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly ramming a woman’s…
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Stay Safe Back on Campus | Odessa News
As students return to campus, the Texas Department of Public Safety drops a crucial safety guide: stay alert, avoid impaired driving, stick to well-lit paths…
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U.S. Oil Boom Amid High Prices and Politics | Odessa News
The U.S. is smashing oil and gas production records—exporting over 100 million metric tons of natural gas for the first time ever, with the Permian Basin in…
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Kindergarten Vaccination Rates Plummet | Odessa News
Kindergarten vaccination rates in the U.S. hit a new low last year, with 4.2% of kids exempt—up from 3.6% the prior year—putting 155,000 children at risk. This…
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Gun Rights Restoration Process Launched | Odessa News
The Justice Department just launched a new rule letting people stripped of gun rights due to felony convictions petition for their restoration — a major win…
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Supreme Court to Decide Ten Commandments in Classrooms | Odessa News
The Supreme Court is poised to decide whether Texas can force public schools to display the Ten Commandments — a ruling that could reshape religious expression…
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Duane Davis Trial: Tupac’s Final Hours | Odessa News
The trial of Duane Davis, accused in the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur, is heating up in Las Vegas — with prosecutors claiming he masterminded the shooting as…
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Market Pullback Amid Rising Oil | Odessa News
Stocks dipped slightly Monday as oil prices surged, reigniting inflation fears and pushing Treasury yields higher—potentially forcing the Fed to hike rates…
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Texas Senate Race Tightens | Odessa News
The Texas Senate race is heating up with Ken Paxton narrowly leading James Talarico, but age is a key divider—under-50s favor Talarico, while older voters back…
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Hayden Panettiere’s Life and Legacy | Odessa News
Hayden Panettiere, the beloved actress known for her breakout role in “Heroes” and her soulful performances in “Nashville,” has died at 36 after being found…
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Mangione’s Trial Postponed Over Double Jeopardy | Odessa News
Luigi Mangione’s high-profile murder trial has been indefinitely postponed as his lawyers push to dismiss the state case, arguing double jeopardy after he…
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LIV Golf Ends Season Early | Odessa News
LIV Golf is ending its season a week early, skipping the planned team championship in Michigan to crown champions at Indianapolis — just as Saudi Arabia’s…
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Midland Hospital Hits 3K Births | Odessa News
Midland Memorial Hospital just shattered a decade-old record with 3,039 births last year — a 7.8% jump from the prior year — signaling a baby boom that’s…
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Logano’s Chase Charge | Odessa News
Joey Logano’s chip on his shoulder is louder than ever as he surges from 20th to 9th in just six races, fueled by a team slogan born of defiance: “4 the…