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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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Ross Fire Sweeps Through North Texas | Odessa News
A massive wildfire in Palo Pinto and Jack counties has scorched over 80,000 acres in just three days, becoming the second-largest in DFW history—only behind…
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Texas Schools Battle Heat with New Safety Rules | Odessa News
Texas schools are cracking down on heat dangers for student athletes with new UIL rules mandating wet bulb globe temperature checks before every outdoor…
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Forsan Stuns Coahoma in Overtime Thriller | Odessa News
Forsan Buffaloes stun Coahoma Bulldogs in overtime thriller, 22-20, marking their first win in this rivalry since 2022 and just their fifth all-time victory…
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Data Centers vs Farmers in Texas | Odessa News
Farmers in rural Texas are being forced off their land as tech giants like Google snap up vast tracts for data centers, leaving fourth-generation growers like…
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Bronchos Break Losing Streak with Big Win | Odessa News
Odessa High’s football team shattered their losing streak with a dominant 51-14 victory over MX Prep, marking their first win since September 2024 and their…
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Good Good Golf Fallout After Controversial Video | Odessa News
Good Good Golf’s viral prank video—showing a man shoving a woman for a golf club—triggered an avalanche of backlash, forcing sponsors to pull support and the…
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Gang Member Charged After Hit-Run | Odessa News
A man named Luis Greenhalgh is facing charges after a hit-and-run on South Rankin Highway—just days after being flagged by the Texas Anti-Gang Center for gang…
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Min Woo Lee Surges to Tour Championship Lead | Odessa News
Min Woo Lee explodes onto the scene at the Tour Championship with an eight-under 62 — his career-best PGA Tour score — shooting bogey-free on a rain-soaked…
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Jennings Aims for Playoff Glory | Odessa News
Kevin Jennings, SMU’s fifth-year quarterback and Heisman hopeful, is rewriting the program’s legacy with record-breaking stats, a dominant ACC run, and a…
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AI Stocks Surge as Nvidia and Salesforce Dominate | Odessa News
Tech stocks powered the market higher yesterday, with Nvidia soaring 8.7% after smashing profit estimates and delivering a bullish AI chip demand forecast…
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Teen Accused in Two Assaults | Odessa News
A teen accused of multiple sexual assaults in Odessa faces fresh charges after a 17-year-old girl claims he attacked her at her home while watching movies —…
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Clergywomen Celebrate Dolly Parton | Odessa News
Get ready to sing, worship, and sparkle at the Dolly Parton tribute event in Midland, Texas—where four powerhouse clergywomen are blending faith, grit, and…
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The Giant Burger Legacy of BJ's Drive Inn | Odessa News
Celebrate National Burger Day with BJ’s Drive Inn in Odessa, Texas — where a burger so huge it’s sliced into four pieces has been satisfying hungry patrons for…
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Joseph Patterson Arrested on Federal Charges | Odessa News
A wanted man named Joseph Patterson was arrested by the TAG Center in Midland after a traffic stop on State Highway 349—this wasn’t a routine bust, it was for…
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MLB’s New Signing Windows Spark Clash | Odessa News
MLB’s bold offseason overhaul aims to inject drama and structure into free agency with rigid December and February signing windows—and a trade ban in…
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Glacial Collapse Floods Himalayas | Odessa News
A catastrophic glacial collapse in the Nepal-China Himalayas unleashed deadly flash floods, killing over 390 people and leaving more than 1,400 missing —…
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Skubal Returns to Comerica Park | Odessa News
Tarik Skubal returns to Comerica Park for the first time since his trade to the Dodgers, facing his former team just four weeks after being shipped out of…
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Suspect Arrested in Child Indecency Case | Odessa News
Midland County authorities made a major arrest after nabbing Donovan Torail Hubbard on three counts of indecency with a child, thanks to the Texas Anti-Gang…
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Free Family Art Day at Ellen Noël | Odessa News
Get ready for a free, family-friendly art adventure this Saturday at the Ellen Noël Art Museum! Join them for “Art a la Carte” from 1:30 to 3:30 PM, featuring…
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New Coach, New Energy for UTPB Volleyball | Odessa News
Melissa Avila is stepping into her new role as head coach of the UTPB volleyball team, bringing seasoned experience and local familiarity to the helm. With a…
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NYSE Texas Opens HQ in Dallas | Odessa News
Governor Greg Abbott rang the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange to officially launch NYSE Texas, now headquartered in Dallas — a bold move that…
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Texas Targets Impaired Driving After 26 Deaths | Odessa News
Texas is cracking down hard on impaired driving after 26 lives were lost last Labor Day weekend—thanks to a new mobile campaign rolling into campuses and…
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Midland Woman Steals $300+ from Ulta | Odessa News
A woman allegedly stole over $300 worth of beauty products from an Ulta in Midland, Texas, on August 24 — and Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help…
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Free Evening English Classes for Career Success | Odessa News
A massive surge in demand is driving the Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin’s new free evening English program, set to launch Fall 2026 with nearly 120…
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Clay Shoot Raises Over $150K for Special Needs Families | Odessa News
Clay shoot fundraiser “Shooters that SHARE” smashed its goal, raising over $152,000 to support families in West Texas raising kids with special needs. With 256…
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Moss Creek Lake Reopens With New Rules | Odessa News
Moss Creek Lake is officially back open—just don’t forget the new rules: Thursdays through Sundays, 7 AM to 10 PM, no overnight stays or RVs allowed. Howard…
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Remembering 9/11 at Bush’s Midland Home | Odessa News
On the 20th anniversary of 9/11, Midland’s Bush Family Home State Historic Site hosts a solemn commemoration at 10 AM, inviting all to honor the nearly 3,000…
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Tim Curry's Iconic Legacy in Film and Theater | Odessa News
Tim Curry, the legendary chameleon of cinema and stage, has died at 80 — leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable characters from Frank-N-Furter to the Home…
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Banana Beyond the Snack | Odessa News
Celebrate National Banana Lovers Day with a global tour of this humble fruit’s culinary magic—from Southeast Asia’s sweet fritters to Latin America’s crispy…
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Celebrate Cars & Honor Elijah | Odessa News
Get ready to rev up for Odessa College’s big car show on Saturday, September 26th, from 8 AM to 4 PM at the OC Sewell Auto Tech Building — where shiny rides…
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Paxton Depositions Unsealed in Senate Race | Odessa News
James Talarico’s campaign is fighting to unseal sealed deposition transcripts from Attorney General Ken Paxton, alleging that voters deserve to see what Paxton…
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Cougars Face New-Coach Crane | Odessa News
Compass Academy hits the field Friday night against familiar foe Crane, but this year’s matchup is anything but predictable—thanks to Crane’s new head coach…
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Texas Unveils $138B Transport Plan | Odessa News
Governor Greg Abbott just unveiled Texas’s bold 10-year transportation plan, pledging $138 billion to tackle congestion, boost safety, and keep goods moving…
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Texans Panthers Joint Practice Fallout | Odessa News
Two Texans players, offensive tackle Braden Smith and defensive end Ali Gaye, were carted off during a joint practice with the Panthers — a shocking twist as…
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Meta Pays Billions to Protect Teens Online | Odessa News
Meta’s paying over a billion dollars to Texas to beef up kid protections—age verification, two-hour daily teen screen limits, school-day notification…
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National Petroleum Day in Midland | Odessa News
Celebrate the birth of American oil on National Petroleum Day, August 27, 2026, in Midland with two unforgettable events: a glamorous gala at the Petroleum…
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Market Quiet But Stocks Move | Odessa News
The market stayed mostly flat yesterday as inflation data surprised on the hotter side, nudging bond yields higher and reigniting concerns about AI’s future…
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Church Land Becomes Affordable Housing | Odessa News
A shrinking South Austin church is selling its land to build 64 affordable housing units — but neighbors fought back with a petition. Under old rules, that…
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Texas Oil Theft Operation Hits Hard | Odessa News
Texas law enforcement just pulled off a massive crackdown on an organized oil theft ring linked to company Vallee, seizing luxury cars, cash, jewelry, and…
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Security Guard Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse | Odessa News
A school security guard turned predator: Maurice Devante McCoy, 32, got 32 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a child and having an…
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Man Escapes Arrest in High-Speed Chase | Odessa News
A 41-year-old man in Odessa is facing serious charges after a high-speed chase that ended with police catching him using spike strips in Crane. During the…
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Odessa College’s 30 for 30 Fitness Challenge | Odessa News
Odessa College’s “30 for 30 Fitness Challenge” invites anyone to move 30 minutes or 8,000 steps daily for 30 days—starting Sept 1—with big prizes like a $1K…
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Mother Charged for Not Reporting Assault | Odessa News
A shocking case in Odessa unfolds as a mother faces charges for allegedly failing to report her daughter’s sexual assault — the incident came to light when…
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Cosmetics Heist in Odessa | Odessa News
A brazen shoplifting spree at an Odessa H-E-B netted a woman over $1,200 in cosmetics—she bolted in a white Toyota SUV with an unknown license plate…
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Odessa Budget Boost Sparks Debate | Odessa News
Odessa’s city council is pushing a bold new budget starting October 1, aiming to bring in over $333 million — a major jump fueled by inflation and employee pay…
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Bench & Pots Stolen From Porch | Odessa News
A thief stole a wooden bench and three gardening pots worth $360 from a porch in Big Spring, captured on camera in a gray Tahoe SUV. Described as a Hispanic…
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Permian Panthers Aim Higher in 2026 | Odessa News
The Permian Panthers are firing on all cylinders heading into the 2026 season, fueled by last year’s deep playoff run and a roster loaded with returning…
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Raising Cane’s 30th Birthday Pups for Good | Odessa News
Raising Cane’s is celebrating 30 years with a paw-some twist—limited-edition birthday plush puppies in Odessa and Midland, each sale supporting local animal…
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Davis’s Confessions Under Fire | Odessa News
Prosecutors close the Duane Davis murder trial with 24 witnesses and chilling jail call clips, painting Davis as the mastermind behind Tupac’s killing — not…
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West Texas Clay Shoot Raises Over $150K | Odessa News
West Texas just had a major win for families raising kids with special needs: the SHARE Benefit Clay Shoot smashed its fundraising goal, raking in over…
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Breakthrough Drug Extends Pancreatic Cancer Survival | Odessa News
FDA just approved a game-changing pill for advanced pancreatic cancer—Rasonque, which slashes median survival from 6.7 to 13.2 months and offers far fewer side…
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Pro Bowl Is Officially Over | Odessa News
The NFL is officially ending the Pro Bowl after decades — goodbye to the competitive all-star game, hello to honoring top players with flag football events in…
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Puerto Rico Drought Crisis Hits Farmers | Odessa News
Puerto Rico is reeling from an unprecedented drought, with over 66% of the island in severe or extreme conditions — the driest and second-hottest July in San…
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LIV Golf Layoffs and Rebranding | Odessa News
LIV Golf is cutting hundreds of jobs next week as they scramble to secure a new investor and rebrand for 2025 — the Saudi Public Investment Fund is exiting…
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ECISD Earns Texas Way District of Distinction | Odessa News
Ector County ISD’s athletics program just earned the prestigious Texas Way District of Distinction award — a rare honor recognizing their groundbreaking work…
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Calvin Austin Out for Season | Odessa News
Calvin Austin’s season-ending ACL tear is a major blow to the Giants’ offense — he was lighting up camp and preseason, catching passes from Jaxson Dart and…
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Texas Targets Oil Giant in Major Theft Probe | Odessa News
Texas authorities launch a major crackdown on oil giant Vallee, accusing it of orchestrating a massive theft and trafficking ring. Six top executives are…
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FCC Targets ABC Stations Over Speech | Odessa News
The FCC is launching a historic, sweeping review of all eight ABC-owned TV stations — the first in over 50 years — sparking outrage from Disney and former FCC…
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Cruz Eyes 2028 Run as GOP Shapes Field | Odessa News
Senator Ted Cruz is stirring up speculation about a 2028 presidential run, staying coy but unmistakably active as he speaks at the GOP Texas convention and…
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Army Deploys Nuclear Microreactors for Energy Resilience | Odessa News
The U.S. Army is rolling out nuclear microreactors at five key bases to ensure unstoppable power—no grid dependency, no fuel shortages, and zero downtime. With…