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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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Edman Delivers in 10th for Dodgers | Odessa News
Tommy Edman delivered the clutch hit, singling in the winning run with two outs in the 10th to give the Dodgers a 5-4 extra-innings win over the Pirates —…
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Dodgers Not For Sale | Odessa News
Forget the rumors — the Dodgers are not for sale. Amid the Lakers’ record-breaking $12.5 billion sale, speculation ran wild, but owner Mark Walter is firmly…
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Sex Toys On Court Again | Odessa News
The WNBA just got wild again—this time, sex toys rained down onto the Chicago Sky vs. Golden State court mid-game, forcing a pause as security cleaned up. It’s…
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IDEA Expands K-12 in Permian Basin | Odessa News
IDEA Public Schools just launched three new campuses in the Permian Basin—IDEA Henry, IDEA Lopez, and IDEA Yukon—meeting soaring demand with a bold move: IDEA…
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Texas Court Reverses Gonzales Execution Stay | Odessa News
Texas’ highest criminal court has overturned a stay of execution for Michael Dean Gonzales, clearing the way for his scheduled death penalty after finding the…
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Man Arrested in Child’s Fatal Home Incident | Odessa News
Man Arrested in Child’s Fatal Home Incident | Odessa News
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Clark Leads, Woodland Fights Back | Odessa News
Wyndham Clark holds a one-shot lead at the BMW Championship after another bogey-free round, sitting at twelve-under par, while Gary Woodland, battling…
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Marte Vanishes Amid Playoff Push | Odessa News
Ketel Marte’s mysterious disappearance during a road trip has thrown the Arizona Diamondbacks’ playoff push into chaos, leaving management blindsided and fans…
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Anderson Debut Sets Mariners' Course | Odessa News
Seattle’s electric pitching prospect Kade Anderson, the third overall pick in the 2025 draft and a 22-year-old lefty with a jaw-dropping 1.01 ERA, is set to…
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The Backbone of Community Impact | Odessa News
In the Permian Basin, a quiet powerhouse is quietly keeping nonprofits running: the Nonprofit Management Center. While they don’t serve families or animals…
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Compass Cougars Aim for Playoff Glory | Odessa News
The Compass Cougars are firing on all cylinders heading into 2026, armed with a revamped offense, a unified playbook, and a hungry roster ready to dominate…
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Arsenal Dominate with New Star Tzolis | Odessa News
Arsenal crushed newly promoted Coventry 3-0 in a statement win, with Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka, and Martin Odegaard delivering the goals. Newcomer Christos…
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Sebastian Villegas Faces Child Abuse Charges | Odessa News
A Texas man, Sebastian Joe Villegas, 38, faces serious charges of continuous sexual abuse of a child — a first-degree felony — after a child detailed multiple…
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Premier League and European Football Kickoff | Odessa News
Arsenal opened their Premier League title defense with a commanding 3-0 win over Coventry, as new signing Christos Tzolis set up two goals while Havertz, Saka…
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Messi and Fray Fined for On-Field Incidents | Odessa News
Messi and Fray both hit with fines after heated moments in Inter Miami’s 2-2 draw — Messi slapped an opponent’s neck post-goal, Fray grabbed another’s neck in…
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PWHL Trophy Vanishes on Tour | Odessa News
The PWHL’s championship trophy, the Walter Cup, has gone missing—specifically the replica Montreal Victoire won in May. It was supposed to make a stop in…
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NCAA Eligibility Rule in Legal Limbo | Odessa News
The NCAA just hit a legal snag — a federal court temporarily blocked a ruling that would’ve given thousands of athletes an extra college season, throwing…
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Permian Rigs Rise as Prices Surge | Odessa News
Permian Basin rigs climb to 267, up two from last week and slightly ahead of last year’s count, while national rig activity dips five to 588—still higher than…
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Firefighter’s Medical Emergency in Odessa | Odessa News
A firefighter in Odessa, Eric Handlin, suffered a medical emergency early this morning—found unconscious at the firehouse, possibly after a fall while…
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Compass Academy Takes On Tougher District | Odessa News
Compass Academy football is firing on all cylinders as they leap into the tougher 2-3A Division I district, armed with a stacked roster and hungry for more…
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Stocks Rally Amid Rate Turbulence | Odessa News
Stocks rally despite bond market chaos as S&P 500 and Dow surge, fueled by Ross Stores’ surprise earnings and tariff refunds. Interest rates spike after…
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Falcons Hunt Glory With QB Battle | Odessa News
The UTPB Falcons kick off their 2026 season under new head coach Chris Softley, who inherits a program riding high after an 11-win historic campaign last year…
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Big 12’s Title Race Heats Up | Odessa News
Texas Tech aims to defend their Big 12 crown after a historic first title last year, but BYU, Utah, and Houston are hungry to break their streak. BYU returns…
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Court Halts Fifth Year Eligibility for College Athletes | Odessa News
A federal appeals court has paused a ruling that would’ve granted thousands of college athletes—graduates of 2022 who exhausted their eligibility last…
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Albany Woman Plotted Capitol Bombing | Odessa News
A 35-year-old Albany woman, Jessica Bowie, was arrested by the FBI for allegedly plotting to blow up New York’s state Capitol and provide material support to…
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Russell Claims Pole Amid Season Turnaround | Odessa News
George Russell storms back to pole position at the Dutch GP, narrowly beating Lando Norris and with Leclerc hot on his tail—while cracking a joke about feeling…
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Hind Rajab's Final Words Demand Justice | Odessa News
A mother’s haunting plea for justice: Hind Rajab, a five-year-old Palestinian girl killed in Gaza in January 2024, left behind chilling final words as her…
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Sword Attack at Swedish School | Odessa News
A shocking sword attack at Brinell School in Fagersta, Sweden, left at least three injured just after summer break—prompting a swift police response, national…
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Ector County ISD Shines in Arts | Odessa News
Ector County ISD is lighting up the arts scene—earning their sixth straight District of Distinction award from the Texas Art Education Association and twelfth…
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Teen Arrested for Assault with AR-15 | Odessa News
A 20-year-old man named James Cooks was arrested in Midland, Texas, after allegedly pulling an AR-15 from a car and striking a partygoer in the jaw during a…
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District Three Race Shapes Odessa's Future | Odessa News
Only one seat is truly up for grabs in this November’s city council elections — District Three, where longtime resident and plumber Richard Pierce faces off…
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Texas Rising as Global LNG Powerhouse | Odessa News
Texas is racing to become the world’s top LNG exporter, fueled by record-breaking production from the Permian and Haynesville Shales and massive new…
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Odessa Water Credit and Tax Update | Odessa News
Odessa residents could get a one-time water bill credit after July’s nasty water quality crisis—caused by stagnant pipeline water left behind during…
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Odessa Man Steals $290 Worth of Meat | Odessa News
Odessa PD is hunting for a suspect who allegedly stole $290 worth of meat from a local grocery store, hopping into a red Subaru with an obscured license plate…
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Northeast Storms Leave Destruction in Wake | Odessa News
Northeast battered by wild storms—Long Island’s beach club obliterated by what looked like a tornado, Jersey City flooded with 69 rescued via inflatable boats…
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Mustangs Build Momentum for 2026 | Odessa News
The Midland Christian Mustangs are firing on all cylinders heading into the 2026 season, with second-year head coach Phil Dawson praising their improved…
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Bronchos Kick Off Season with Watermelon Feed | Odessa News
The Odessa Bronchos kicked off their 2026 football season with the legendary Watermelon Feed — a community-packed event that showcased the team, cheerleaders…
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Heat Wave Stuck for the Week | Odessa News
Seven straight days of brutal heat are gripping the region, with temperatures clinging to 100°F and no rain in sight. Saturday and Sunday promise near-101°…
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Afghan American Makes History in Congress | Odessa News
Afghan American State Senator Aisha Wahab has made history by becoming the first Afghan American in Congress, winning a special election to fill the remainder…
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Marte Out for 10 Days, D-backs Struggle | Odessa News
Ketel Marte’s sidelined by a knee injury, officially placed on the 10-day injured list as the Diamondbacks fight for a playoff spot — his absence hits hard…
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Yankees Sweep Orioles, Cole Shines | Odessa News
The Yankees crushed the Orioles 6-1 in Baltimore, with Gerrit Cole dominating for eight strikeouts and moving into 12th on the all-time strikeout list. Luis…
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Yamashita Leads with Stellar 62 | Odessa News
Miyu Yamashita blasts her way to a commanding 8-under 62, seizing the lead at the CPKC Women’s Open — and she’s not alone in the spotlight. Fellow Japanese…
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Times Pays After Defamation Verdict | Odessa News
An Alabama jury awarded Kai Spears, a former college basketball player, $9.25 million after finding The New York Times liable for defamation — a rare defeat…
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Cardinals Stun Reds in Wild 9th | Odessa News
The Cardinals pulled off a heart-pounding 10-9 thriller against the Reds, flipping leads multiple times in the ninth inning after a dropped fly ball unleashed…
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No-Hitter Almost Lost to One Swing | Odessa News
Grant Holmes was on the brink of baseball history, tossing a no-hitter through six innings against the White Sox before Andrew Benintendi’s seventh-inning…
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Foul Pole Tech Debate Heats Up | Odessa News
Pete Alonso thought he’d crushed a home run off the Yankees — only for it to be called foul after replay review. The controversy highlights a bigger issue…
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NFL Slams Cowboys and Saints with Fines | Odessa News
The NFL slapped the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints with half-million-dollar fines after a chaotic joint practice erupted into multiple fights, including…
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Single-Vehicle Rollover on Highway 18 | Odessa News
A single-vehicle rollover on State Highway 18 sent one person flying from the car—officials confirm the crash but withhold details on condition. The highway is…
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Data Centers Divide Politics | Odessa News
Trump’s bold push for data centers is sparking a political firestorm as voters and candidates alike grapple with the trade-offs between economic growth…
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Aggies Aim for National Title | Odessa News
Texas A&M’s playoff debut last year has ignited a hunger for more, with eyes now set on a national title — something they haven’t seen since 1939. Quarterback…
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SEC’s Championship Throne in Peril | Odessa News
The SEC’s crown is slipping—after three straight misses from the College Football Playoff, the league’s new nine-game schedule proves they’re doubling down on…
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Odessa H-E-B Grocery Theft Case | Odessa News
A suspect allegedly stole $330 worth of groceries from an H-E-B on East 42nd Street in Odessa without paying and vanished—now police are asking the public to…
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Falcons’ Fresh Start Under New Coach | Odessa News
The UTPB Falcons kick off a thrilling 2026 season under new head coach Chris Softley, fresh off an 11-win campaign and a playoff run. Ranked 18th in preseason…
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Midland Airport Soars with Upgrades | Odessa News
Midland International Air & Space Port is soaring in passenger numbers, ranking eighth busiest in Texas and 119th nationally, with over 760,000 travelers last…
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West Texas Music Academy Celebrates 15 Years | Odessa News
West Texas Music Academy celebrates 15 years with a free, community-driven outdoor concert in downtown Odessa on August 29th at 10 AM — part of the global…
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Max Verstappen Extends Red Bull Deal | Odessa News
Max Verstappen just locked in a historic four-year deal with Red Bull, extending his stay until 2030 and cementing the longest driver-team partnership in F1…
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Debt Soars as Global Moves Shift | Odessa News
U.S. national debt just shattered the $40 trillion mark, surging a trillion every five months—driven by defense, social programs, and ballooning interest…
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Fans Demand Infantino Resign | Odessa News
Soccer fans worldwide are demanding FIFA President Gianni Infantino resign, accusing him of selling future World Cup profits to private investors and calling…
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NIL Collectives: Dream or Dead End | Odessa News
The dream of NIL collectives boosting charities fizzled fast—once hailed as a win-win for athletes and nonprofits, they’re now mostly defunct after the IRS…
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Swalwell Under Investigation | Odessa News
Federal agents seized devices at San Francisco airport and raided Swalwell’s Washington home amid an active probe into sexual misconduct allegations that led…