The school had a celebration for a first grade teacher and swore in 20 students for their first "Junior Police Force." ...

The 2025 Odessa Police Athletic League runs from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day June 2-27. The program encourages physical fitness and teamwork, and kids will have the opportunity to interact with OPD ...

The Odessa Police Department recently opened its doors to students from Fort Stockton High School's Forensic Science class, offering a hands-on tour of their facilities. The visit ...

Local law enforcement agencies are inviting the community to join them for "Fresh Baked Bread with Badges" on Thursday, April 10. The event will take place at ...

An Odessa man was arrested earlier this week following a traffic stop for a robbery and assault he allegedly committed in ...

RMA was put on a shelter in place due to a physical altercation in the parking lot. Three juveniles were arrested for assault ...

Do You Recognize This Person? ?The individual pictured is wanted for questioning in connection with a recent burglary at a ...

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