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

Aussie pop princess Kylie Minogue and American rock punk band Green Day lit up two separate stages at Sydney Olympic Park, ...

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

This morning the new Kohl’s in Odessa announced its grand opening is set for Friday, March 28th. The 35,000-square-foot store is located at 6209B HWY 191 SR WB ...

State Rep. Brooks Landgraf hosted an education-focused town hall Saturday at Nimitz Junior High in Odessa. Sometimes a good ...

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has asked for the community’s help to find a missing girl. 14-year-old ...

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

Earlier this week, an Ector County jury sentenced an Odessa woman to five years in prison for a burglary she committed in ...

Mandy Clark, 40, was arrested for selling and distributing, along with possessing the drugs within 300 feet of Noel ...

An undercover detective in Odessa busted 29-year-old Mario Mata for manufacturing/delivery of a controlled substance.

Over the last few weeks, the Odessa Police Department has issued several warnings to drivers to be mindful of traffic ...

Bagel, a lamb, and Masazhik, a cat, have been named the 'Couple of the Year – 2025' at Odessa Zoo in Ukraine. Their unique bond touched visitors and the online community. The award was announced ...