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The Odessa American is the leading source of local news, information, entertainment and sports for the Permian Basin.

ODESSA, Texas — West Texas Jazz Society hosted the first of its quarterly jam sessions at the Flair Taverna in Odessa on Sunday. The house band, consisting of several musicians from around West Texas ...

Governor Greg Abbott on Friday issued an Executive Order directing all Texas state agencies to eliminate any forms of DEI policies and to treat all people equally regardless of race. "DEI agendas ...

In its inaugural day on its brand new turf field, No. 18 Odessa College softball knocked off No. 2 McLennan, winning 3-2 on a walk-off error in the bottom of the ...

Brian Samuel Lair went missing in the Summer of 2020, and the Odessa Crime Stoppers are asking for the public's help in any information that could solve the case.

Experience high-flying stunts, acrobats, and clowns at The Great Benjamins Circus in Odessa-Midland. Get your tickets now!

Discover what makes Odessa’s Long John Silver's stand out despite a rough exterior. Find out why the food still delivers.

The Texas Rangers are investigating after an officer involved shooting in Odessa left one person injured earlier Thursday ...

Midland County continues to experience drought, with 40.2% in moderate drought and nearly the entire county dry, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.

WASHINGTON U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) issued the following statement announcing he will serve as chair of the U.S. Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control during the 119th Congress: ...

During the Governor’s address, Abbott will be outlining his priorities for the 89th Texas Legislative session which began on ...