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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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Digital Literacy Starts at Age Four | Odessa News
Parents are racing to teach digital literacy before kids even start kindergarten, with 86% knowing what it means but 76% admitting they’re winging it—66% want…
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Join Odessa’s Citizens UniverCity | Odessa News
Odessa’s new Citizens UniverCity program gives residents an immersive, behind-the-scenes look at how city government works—complete with hands-on tours, direct…
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Support for Fort Stockton School Community | Odessa News
A tragic loss has shaken the Fort Stockton Independent School District, as one of their incoming ninth-graders has passed away. In response, counselors are on…
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Permian Band’s Reflections & Legacy | Odessa News
Permian High’s 371-member marching band—largest in school history—is already crushing it, practicing pre-dawn in a parking lot under a “Reflections” theme with…
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Odessa PD Block Party & Back-to-School Bash | Odessa News
Get ready for the Odessa Police Department’s 7th Annual Block Party & Back-to-School Bash—free backpacks for the first 500 kids, games, bounce houses, a…
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House Fire on Stanolind Avenue | Odessa News
House Fire on Stanolind Avenue | Odessa News
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Join Odessa’s Citizens UniverCity | Odessa News
Odessa’s Citizens UniverCity program invites residents to peek behind the curtain of city government—complete with facility tours, hands-on experiences, and…
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Jayhawks Lock In for Players Era | Odessa News
Kansas basketball is locking in for a five-year run at the Players Era Festival, starting in 2024 and running through 2031 — a massive move that brings elite…
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USMNT Home Matches Build for 2030 | Odessa News
The U.S. Men’s National Team kicks off their World Cup prep with four high-stakes friendlies across the U.S., facing Peru, Chile, Mexico, and Canada in intense…
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Teacher on Texas Education Commission | Odessa News
Permian High School teacher Dawnna Talley, a veteran educator in her 11th year and multi-classroom leader, has been selected for Texas’s new Classroom…
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Backpacks That Weigh Down Kids | Odessa News
Backpacks are getting heavier—and that’s a problem for kids. Laptops, tablets, snacks, sports gear: today’s backpacks carry more than just books, risking back…
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Burleson’s Three HRs Seal Cardinals Win | Odessa News
Alec Burleson delivered a historic performance, crushing three two-run homers in one game against the Yankees — including a game-sealing blast in the 8th — to…
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Rookies Ready to Breakout in Year 2 | Odessa News
Not every NFL rookie explodes in year one, but some are quietly building momentum—and their breakout seasons are just around the corner. Walter Nolen…
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Texas Pauses Data Center Grid Access | Odessa News
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has launched a sweeping audit of all proposed data center projects seeking grid connections, ordering a pause on new construction…
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SpaceX’s Stock Slide and Insider Sell-Off | Odessa News
SpaceX’s stock is crashing, down 50% since its June peak, as investor nerves fray over Musk’s bold future promises and insider sell-offs looming. With over 900…
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Death in ICE Custody Sparks Outcry | Odessa News
A Salvadoran man, Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, 41, died in federal custody at Newark’s Delaney Hall — sparking outrage and renewed calls for the facility’s closure…
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Yankees Bolster Offense with Garcia | Odessa News
The Yankees just pulled off a power-packed trade, landing Luis Garcia Jr. — a first baseman crushing career-high homers and RBIs — to inject much-needed…
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Trading Cards as Investments | Odessa News
The West Texas Trading Card Game Convention is exploding—drawing nearly 150 vendors and hundreds of collectors who treat cards like Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and…
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Salvation Army Shoes for Students | Odessa News
The Salvation Army’s back-to-school shoe giveaway in Midland and Odessa brought smiles and sturdy new shoes to kids needing a boost — all while easing…
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Back-to-School Glasses Check | Odessa News
Back-to-school glasses are a top priority for parents—and for good reason. With learning heavily visual, eye doctors urge families to schedule appointments now…
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Woman Arrested After Trash-Related Attack | Odessa News
In Odessa, Texas, a domestic dispute spiraled into chaos when a 39-year-old woman allegedly slashed her boyfriend’s face with a small, shiny object during an…
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Son Armed With Gun Threatens Parents | Odessa News
A chilling domestic standoff erupted in Odessa when 35-year-old Zachary Lively allegedly pulled a gun on his own mom and stepdad during a heated argument…
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Trash Talk Turned Violent | Odessa News
A domestic brawl erupted over trash in Odessa when 39-year-old Tracee Shirey allegedly slashed her 36-year-old boyfriend’s chin with a small, shiny…
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Red Sox Acquire Rutschman in Major Trade | Odessa News
Red Sox pull off blockbuster trade, landing All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman in a deal that sends three top prospects to Baltimore — even though Rutschman’s…
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Pirates Trade Future Star for Weaver | Odessa News
The Pirates just pulled off a big trade, acquiring veteran reliever Luke Weaver from the Mets in a move that signals serious playoff ambitions. Weaver, signed…
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MLS Gets New Commissioner | Odessa News
MLS is set for a major leadership change as Larry Berg, co-owner of LAFC and former investor in AS Roma and Swansea City, takes the reins as commissioner…
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Astros Acquire Varsho in Division Push | Odessa News
Houston Astros seize the AL West lead with a bold trade, acquiring Gold Glove center fielder Daulton Varsho from Toronto in exchange for sidelined pitcher…
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Texas Tech Med Students Swear In | Odessa News
Texas Tech’s Class of 2030 just donned their white coats in a historic White Coat Ceremony — 182 future doctors from 44 schools across the nation, including 47…
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Midland’s Mockingbird Lane Expansion | Odessa News
Midland’s launching a major upgrade: the five-lane Mockingbird Lane Extension from Fairgrounds Road to Purtis Creek Drive, designed to slash traffic jams and…
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Midland Fixes 20K Issues via SeeClickFix | Odessa News
Midland’s SeeClickFix program is crushing it—nearly 20,000 tickets closed since July, with District 3 leading the charge at 300 resolved. Code enforcement…
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Market Soars on Oil Drop and Earnings | Odessa News
Stocks surged to record highs Monday as oil prices dropped and President Trump paused military strikes against Iran, calming global markets. Strong corporate…
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Hunt Texas Floods Strike Twice | Odessa News
Hunt, Texas, is reeling from a second catastrophic flood just a year after a “thousand-year rainfall,” leaving residents devastated once more as water returns…
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Texas Voucher Program Sparks Debate | Odessa News
Texas just launched its biggest private school voucher program ever, pouring a billion dollars into it — and over 85,000 families have already signed up. But…
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Texas Halts New Data Centers | Odessa News
Governor Abbott has halted new data center approvals in Texas, ordering a sweeping audit of nearly 2,000 proposed projects tied to the state’s power grid amid…
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Texas Football Season Ignites Midnight to Sunrise | Odessa News
Texas football season officially ignites with midnight madness and sunrise starts—Odessa High revives its popular pre-dawn drills as they chase redemption…
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Texas Hemp Businesses Sue Over THC Ban | Odessa News
Three Texas hemp businesses are suing the state over new laws that criminalize delta-eight and delta-ten THC products, calling it a violation of federal law…
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Notre Dame vs USC Rivalry Returns | Odessa News
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish and USC Trojans are reviving their legendary football rivalry, set to kick off in 2030 with four high-stakes matchups across the…
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Phillies Land Arraez in Big Move | Odessa News
The Phillies just pulled off a blockbuster trade, landing three-time batting champ Luis Arraez from the Giants — who’s crushing it at .324 with just 21…
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Aces Battle Lynx in Crucial Showdown | Odessa News
The Las Vegas Aces are in survival mode, facing a brutal four-game road trip against top teams Minnesota and New York with barely 24 hours between games, all…
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Trade Deadline Surge Before Midnight | Odessa News
The Phillies pulled off a blockbuster trade, landing batting champ Luis Arraez to boost run production for Harper and Schwarber, while also acquiring reliever…
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Gas Prices Drop in Midland But Nationally Still Rising | Odessa News
Gas prices are dropping in Midland-Odessa—down 26.4 cents to $3.59 a gallon—but still 28.5 cents higher than last month and nearly 93 cents above last year’s…
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Kay Granger: Trailblazer Who Broke Barriers | Odessa News
Kay Granger, the first Republican woman from Texas to serve in Congress and a trailblazer for women in politics, passed away at 83 after a storied 30-year…
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Attorney Exposes Hidden Abuse Networks | Odessa News
Attorney Cynthia Clack’s explosive new book, “Discovering the Club,” pulls back the curtain on hidden networks of parental pimping, ritualistic abuse, and sex…
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Crane School Threat Under Investigation | Odessa News
Crane School Threat Under Investigation | Odessa News
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Wall Through Levee Sparks Legal Battle | Odessa News
A federal judge has cleared the way for the Department of Homeland Security to build a border wall through a critical levee system in Texas, despite local…
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Texas Targets Data Centers for Grid Safety | Odessa News
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is cracking down on data centers seeking grid access, ordering a full audit of every project before they can plug in. With over 474…
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Texas Surveillance Cameras Raise Privacy Concerns | Odessa News
Texas is quietly deploying a surveillance network of Flock Safety cameras that scan every passing vehicle, collecting license plates, vehicle details, and…
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Pochettino Stays to Lead U.S. to 2030 | Odessa News
Pochettino’s four-year extension keeps him at the helm of the U.S. men’s national team through the 2030 World Cup, following a breakout 2026 campaign that saw…
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AI for Everyone, Not Just Coders | Odessa News
Universities nationwide are racing to make AI literacy essential—offering minors to psychology majors, embedding it in writing classes, and even letting…
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Dallas Wings Move Downtown | Odessa News
Dallas Wings are relocating their entire home schedule to the American Airlines Center next season — the same arena where the NBA’s Mavericks dominate —…
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Big Spring Oilfield Heist: Help Find the Second Suspect | Odessa News
Big Spring Oilfield Heist: Help Find the Second Suspect | Odessa News
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Texas Energy Project on Hold | Odessa News
Texas lawmakers are halting a major West Texas energy project amid fierce backlash from landowners and lawmakers alike. Over 100 people, including a country…
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Why We Keep Stuff at Mom’s | Odessa News
Nearly half of us—46%—are still using our parents’ basements as storage, hoarding an average of nine boxes each. Whether you’re Gen Z, millennial, or Gen X…
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Texas Economy Surpasses Nations | Odessa News
Texas is booming like never before—its economy, worth over $2.9 trillion, would rank as the eighth richest country globally. It’s growing faster than any other…
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Trump’s Dinner: Shock or Wit? | Odessa News
Trump turned the White House Correspondents’ Dinner into a full-blown insult fest, targeting Christie, Nadler, Don Lemon, and even Adam Schiff with brutal…
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School Zone Safety Alert for Texas Drivers | Odessa News
School zones are getting more dangerous—crashes up 12% last year, over 2,300 bus collisions. Distracted driving and speeding are the top causes. Texas is…
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Father Charged in Daughter’s Death | Odessa News
A 25-year-old father, Lorenzo Rodriguez, faces capital murder charges after his two-year-old daughter was found unresponsive in a parked car—leading to her…
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Reward for Info on Wanted Texas Suspect | Odessa News
Midland, Texas is offering a $500 reward for tips leading to the arrest of 34-year-old Braxton Walters, wanted for aggravated sexual assault of a child and two…
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Huffines Takes Comptroller Role Without Pay | Odessa News
Don Huffines officially took the reins as Texas Comptroller on August 1, 2026, pledging to protect Texans’ hard-earned money amid soaring costs. Appointed by…
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Tigers Trade Skubal for Prospects | Odessa News
The Detroit Tigers just pulled off a seismic trade, sending Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal to the Dodgers for three minor league prospects — and they’re still in…