Student at Nimitz Middle School in Odessa arrested for carrying a handgun, thanks to a tip from Odessa Crime Stoppers.

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ODESSA, Texas — An eighth-grade student at Nimitz Middle School was arrested Thursday for bringing a weapon to school, ...

According to Ector County ISD, Crime Stoppers got a tip that a Student at Nimitz Middle School was in possession of a gun.

To provide a safe environment for our graduates and their guests, the Houston County School District has implemented ...

Nearly 900,000 tea bags by the organic tea brand Yogi are being recalled due to a detectable amount of pesticide on the product, according to an enforcement report ...

Youth Engaged in Philanthropy recently awarded $17,177 in youth impact grants to area nonprofits that provide services to ...

Two employees confronted Justin Smith and brought him to the security room at the store. He was carrying 13 handbags and a ...

Rep. Williams joined a group supporting House Bill 401, aimed at broadening the punishment for potentially harmful deepfakes.

Scammers often use the tactic of texting you and making you believe it's simply a wrong number. Do not reply. If you do respond your number may be identified as active and you'll likely see an uptick ...