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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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Three Stolen Toyotas Seized at Border | Odessa News
Deputies in Presidio County, Texas, pulled over a man for suspicious temporary tags—and uncovered a major theft ring: three stolen Toyotas, including a RAV4…
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AI App Prevents Drunk Driving Tragedies | Odessa News
Two West Texas entrepreneurs are using AI to fight drunk driving with their app Family Guard by Trisha AI — a proactive tool that monitors driving behavior…
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Midland ISD Cultivates Future Principals | Odessa News
Midland ISD’s Holdsworth Aspiring Principals Academy just graduated its second class — and the payoff is already here: four new principals are stepping into…
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McIlroy on Track for Claret Jug | Odessa News
Rory McIlroy is flying high after a stellar 3-under 67 in round two, bringing his total to 1-under and firmly in contention at the British Open — just above…
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Oil Patch Kids Raise Funds at Golf Tournament | Odessa News
Oil Patch Kids’ annual golf tournament raised big bucks for kids’ programs at Hogan Park—two rounds, sunrise to afternoon, packed with community spirit and…
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Two 62s Tie Major Record | Odessa News
Two Aussie and American golfers dropped historic 62s at the British Open, tying the major championship scoring record — but both came up just short of solo…
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Cole’s Comeback at Royal Birkdale | Odessa News
When things looked hopeless after a disastrous first round, golfer Cole turned it around in stunning fashion. With the wind dying and pins easier to reach, he…
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Summer Heat Returns Next Week | Odessa News
Summer Heat Returns Next Week | Odessa News
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Midland High’s New Era Begins | Odessa News
Midland’s new $1.4 billion high school is rising — with a topping-out ceremony marking major progress toward a modern campus set to open in August 2028…
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U.S. Strikes Iran, Trump’s New Revenue Stream | Odessa News
U.S. military strikes expand into Tehran as tensions soar across the Middle East, with Iran reporting over 35 dead and 300 wounded. Meanwhile, Trump’s Truth…
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Smoke Shadows Spain's World Cup Prep | Odessa News
Spain’s World Cup final prep hit a haze as Canadian wildfire smoke blanketed New Jersey, forcing athletes indoors and raising health alarms — even for fit…
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Man Arrested After Shooting During Argument | Odessa News
A man fled on foot after allegedly firing a weapon during an argument with a woman on North Midland Drive, was swiftly apprehended by Midland police, and now…
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Giannis Joins Heat Seeking New Heights | Odessa News
Giannis Antetokounmpo is officially a Miami Heat star, embracing the pressure of a new city as he eyes championship glory — inspired by Messi’s relentless…
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Texas Crackdown on Speeding Begins | Odessa News
Texas is going full throttle on speeding enforcement with “Be Safe. Drive Smart.” Starting July 18 and running through August 2, the state is deploying extra…
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Left-Wing Terrorism Label Sparks Global Debate | Odessa News
Secretary of State Marco Rubio convened leaders from 60+ nations to tackle what the administration labels “left-wing political terrorism,” a rallying cry for…
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Messi Defends Argentina's Grit Over Calls | Odessa News
Lionel Messi is firing back at claims Argentina’s World Cup run is luck—calling it pure grit and championship DNA, citing their dramatic comeback win against…
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Tommy White Calls Up to Athletics | Odessa News
Tommy White, once a standout with the Midland RockHounds, is officially heading to the majors with the Athletics—after smashing stats in the minors and proving…
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Midland County Hires New GIS Coordinator | Odessa News
Midland County is stepping up its infrastructure game by hiring a new GIS coordinator to revolutionize how roads, utilities, and public assets are mapped and…
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Five Arrested in Andrews Early Morning Shooting | Odessa News
Five teens arrested in Texas shooting spree: police nab Camron Perkins, Jaycob Hurtado, Jayson Saucedo, Collin Cole, and a 16-year-old after early-morning…
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Odessa Intersection Safety Pushed by Tragedy | Odessa News
A heartbreaking tragedy in Odessa, Texas, where a two-year-old girl lost her life in a July crash at the dangerous Andrews Highway and 100th Street…
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Odessa College Courts Get New Lights | Odessa News
Odessa College just lit up their tennis and pickleball courts with new evening lighting—now you can play until 10 PM daily, from 7 AM to 10 PM. First-come…
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99-Year Sentence for Workplace Murder | Odessa News
A 29-year-old man, Anthony Cortez, just got 99 years in prison for murdering his 24-year-old co-worker, Marcos Criddle, in a brutal ambush captured on…
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Big Spring Cleans Moss Creek Lake | Odessa News
Big Spring is rallying the community for a massive cleanup day at Moss Creek Lake on Saturday, July 18th — a vital first step toward restoring the lake after…
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K9 Iro’s Legacy Lives On | Odessa News
A beloved K9 officer, Iro, has passed away at age seven, leaving a profound void in the Andrews Police Department and the community he served. Born in the…
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Argentina Stuns England to Reach Final | Odessa News
Argentina stunned England with a dramatic late comeback, securing their place in the World Cup final with two goals in stoppage time. This marks another…
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Oxy Donates Land for Future Roads | Odessa News
Midland County just snagged a massive 55.55-acre land donation from Oxy — a game-changer for future road upgrades and southwest connectivity. This isn’t just a…
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Permian High Break-In: Help ID Suspects | Odessa News
Permian High School was violently breached early Tuesday morning when suspects scaled the roof and stole from campus—Crimestoppers is urgently seeking…
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Midland Fire Calls Surge 65 Percent | Odessa News
Midland Fire Department’s calls have surged 65% in just one year, with fire incidents more than doubling outside city limits and climbing sharply within the…
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Messi’s Late Magic Sends Argentina to Final | Odessa News
Argentina stunned England in a World Cup semifinal thriller, coming from behind to win 2-1 in stoppage time thanks to Lionel Messi’s magic. England had taken…
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Elle Rylee Uses Pageantry to Save Lives | Odessa News
Elle Rylee, crowned Miss Texas Volunteer, is turning her pageant spotlight into a powerful advocacy tool—driven by the heartbreaking loss of her three-year-old…
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Trade Deadline Chaos as Teams Rally | Odessa News
The baseball trade deadline is heating up as 23 of 30 teams fight for playoff spots, turning this year’s market into a wild guessing game. With stars like…
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Messi’s Magic Sends Argentina to Final | Odessa News
Argentina storms into the World Cup final with a stunning 2-1 comeback against England, fueled by Lionel Messi’s masterclass—setting up both goals despite not…
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Meagan Gonzales Takes Charge at Coahoma | Odessa News
Coahoma High just landed a softball powerhouse: Meagan Gonzales, who led Sundown to back-to-back state titles and boasts a 115-40-1 record. With Coahoma aiming…
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Woman Found Dead in Iraan Home | Odessa News
A tragic incident unfolded in Iraan, Texas, when deputies responded to a home on East Seventh Street and found 47-year-old Claudia Ortiz fatally shot. The…
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Midwest Compressor Expands in Midland | Odessa News
Midwest Compressor just dropped a major move in Midland, West Texas — opening a new hub on West County Road 137 to power up the Permian’s gas boom. With…
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Rain Ends Soon Sun Returns | Odessa News
Rain’s sticking around through Thursday and Friday with storms likely after lunch, temps hovering near 80—then sunshine returns Sunday with highs hitting 89…
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Texas Jury Sentences Killer to 99 Years | Odessa News
A Texas jury sentenced Anthony Cortez to 99 years in prison and a $10,000 fine after finding him guilty of first-degree murder in the ambush-style shooting of…
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Welton Blaylock’s Dream Principal Role | Odessa News
Welton Blaylock is stepping into his dream role as principal of Milam Elementary, the district’s fine arts magnet school, bringing decades of dance and cheer…
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Messi vs Bellingham World Cup Showdown | Odessa News
England vs Argentina in the World Cup semifinals promises a clash of titans: aging legend Lionel Messi, chasing his third crown and already Argentina’s…
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Camp Beyond the Court | Odessa News
Andre Roman brings his beloved basketball camp back to Pecos for its seventh year, turning the Reeves County Recreation Center into a hub of hoops and heart…
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New Ector County Courthouse Designs Revealed | Odessa News
Ector County is unveiling four bold courthouse design concepts, set to rise where the post office stands on Texas Avenue — a $325 million project including a…
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3D Printed Wheelchairs for Kids | Odessa News
Free 3D-printed wheelchairs for kids in the Permian Basin—thanks to Design Squad Camp at the Petroleum Museum, running July 14–16. Partnering with MakeGood…
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Rainy Week Ahead in Trans-Pecos | Odessa News
Heavy rain and flash flooding are pounding the lower Trans-Pecos and Big Bend—brace yourself, umbrellas are mandatory. Wednesday brings scattered showers and…
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Houston Rodeo Invests $10M in Texas Students | Odessa News
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo just shattered its own record by awarding over 500 scholarships worth more than $10 million to Texas students — a new high for…
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Wadley Avenue Closure Alert | Odessa News
Wadley Avenue in Midland is shutting down starting July 16th for critical drainage upgrades connecting to the Jal Draw—expect major detours and traffic delays…
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All-Star Game Pitching Dominance | Odessa News
Dylan Cease dazzled in the All-Star Game, striking out the side in the first inning as ten pitchers combined for a historic 27 strikeouts and a 4-0 shutout —…
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Bangkok Music Bar Fire Tragedy | Odessa News
A devastating fire at a Bangkok music bar claims at least 32 lives and injures over 70, with many victims trapped in windowless bathrooms. Survivors describe…
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NBA Expansion & Kawhi Probe Update | Odessa News
The NBA is racing toward a major expansion with a new European league launching in 2027, actively courting cities—including unexpected ones—while…
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Kent Lube Gives 1250 Free Oil Changes | Odessa News
Kent Lube’s throwing a West Texas oil change party this weekend—1,250 free services with Pennzoil and Rotella, plus free filters, at five locations July 17-18…
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District 3 Council Seat on Hold | Odessa News
Odessa’s District 3 is temporarily voiceless on city council as officials delay appointing a replacement, opting to stay neutral ahead of the November 3…
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Fed Eyes Inflation Amid AI Surge | Odessa News
Fed Chair Warsh signals zero tolerance for stubborn inflation, praising recent cooling data—driven by cheaper gas and flat core inflation—but warns that…
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Tax Cuts and Loans Fuel Ranch Growth | Odessa News
Ranchers are reaping real rewards from last year’s Working Families Tax Cuts—keeping 20% more of their income and writing off equipment costs in full the year…
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Hormuz Tensions Escalate Amid Peace Deal Collapse | Odessa News
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are spiraling again as the fragile U.S.-brokered peace deal crumbles. After U.S. strikes on Iran and retaliatory attacks on…
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Supreme Court Affirms Birthright Citizenship | Odessa News
The Supreme Court just delivered a powerful affirmation of birthright citizenship, reinforcing that nearly every child born on U.S. soil is a citizen — a…
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Woman Arrested for Leaving Toddler Alone | Odessa News
A chilling incident unfolded in Odessa, Texas, when a 33-year-old woman, Diseray Gomez, was arrested for allegedly abandoning a two-year-old boy on a busy…
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47-Year-Old Accused in Aggravated Robbery | Odessa News
A 47-year-old man, Milo Martinez, is facing aggravated robbery charges after allegedly stabbing a victim in the backside and thigh to steal his backpack on FM…
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New Drug Targets Tau in Alzheimer's | Odessa News
A breakthrough in Alzheimer’s research could be on the horizon with diranersen, a new experimental drug that directly targets tau protein—instead of amyloid—by…
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Wildfire Crisis Escalates Across the West | Odessa News
Wildfires across the West are exploding into a crisis as the nation’s preparedness level hits its highest ever—four—triggering a massive mobilization of…
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Inflation Cooldown Gives Fed Pause | Odessa News
Inflation just took a surprising breather—prices dropped 0.4% in June, the biggest monthly dip in four years, while annual inflation cooled to 3.5%. Core…
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Midland High School Topping Out Ceremony | Odessa News
Midland High School’s new campus is officially taking shape — with a giant “Topping Out Ceremony” this Thursday at 9 AM, marking the final beam’s installation…