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ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department (OPD) wants to remind motorist of an illegal left turn. According to the ...

No parent ever expects to hear the words “your child has cancer,” but for Brittany and Brandon Smith, that tragic reality came in 2017 when their 10-year-old son, ...

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

The Permian boys basketball team will close out the regular season with a District 2-6A title on the line against Wolfforth Frenship at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday on the road. The Tigers (24-7 overall, 9-0 in ...

The Odessa High boys basketball team will face Midland Legacy with a playoff spot up for grabs at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Chaparral Center in Midland. The Bronchos (14-19 overall, 2-7 in District 2-6A) ...

The sand transportation system, used for crude oil production in the Permian Basin, began shuttling proppant in January.

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

Fay Vincent, the former MLB commissioner who died earlier this month, was not a golfer but still had great interest in the game.

Residents across Odessa and surrounding areas have reported repeated instances of their lights flickering, with some also ...

The chief’s comments came after Alice ISD sent a letter to parents Wednesday warning students may be detained and possibly deported if they can’t prove they’re in the country legally. The letter was ...

ODESSA, Texas — One longtime supporter of the University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB) Band donated big bucks to keep the music playing. Jim Woodcock gave $8,000 to the Falcon Band on Tuesday. The ...