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Earlier this year, the Texas Department of State Health Services reported an outbreak of measles that began in the South ...

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

The State of the District highlighted progress, achievements and much more. NewsWest 9 was also able to speak with the new ...

ODESSA, Texas — Ector County officials and child advocacy groups came together Tuesday for the start of Child Abuse Awareness ...

The Ector County Health Department has identified three community exposures during infectious periods, according to a Facebook post. The dates and locations are as follows: — March 19, 20, 24, 25: ...

Measles cases in Texas' South Plains and Panhandle regions rise to 481, with Gaines County at the center of the outbreak.

The 12th Annual Bustin' for Badges Clay Shoot is April 30 through May 2 and registrations are filling up. This event benefits local law enforcement (Odessa Police Department, Midland Police Department ...

In West Odessa, a community that has outgrown its existing water system, residents must outsource their water.

House Bill 1708 proposes naming a stretch of State Highway 302 after Trooper Kevin Vasquez, who died in the line of duty.

The presentation focused on the success of students, updates to safety and security, and a new incentive allotment program.

Two people were arrested after two preschoolers were found sleeping alone in a car in Texas. Martha Aguilar, 30, and ...