Fernando Mendoza Jr. was charged for critically shooting two people. His stepbrother, Rene Mendoza Jr., died during the ...

The men allegedly used the stolen credit cards to buy items at Love's Truck Shop, Walmart and Cash Pawn America.

The Amarillo Wranglers youth squad recently won its “World Series” at an annual tournament in Odessa. “It’s our 14U team.

A naturalized citizen, along with other business leaders, are working to create new resources for undocumented people living ...

The Odessa Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that happened Sunday; a total of three people were shot.

Beginning Tuesday, February 18, 2025, multiple lane and road closures will take effect on University Blvd. and surrounding ...

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Odessa College is proud to host the SkillsUSA Regional Competition on campus Friday, February 21, and Saturday, February 22, bringing together 800-1,000 high school students and teachers from across ...

The Odessa Police Department is investigating a shooting that left two people injured and one dead earlier this week.

Concerns over a lack of interest in replacing outgoing Odessa Mayor Gerry Messmer have been dispelled, as four candidates ...

With three high-level positions open in the City of Odessa, Mayor Cal Hendrick shares how city officials plan to fill these ...

"This is a dream come true, and I'm honored to represent our community on the world stage," said Odessa PD Captain Caleb ...