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Abernathy teen recovers after burn pit explosion

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Tak Holder is working to raise a livestock champion. “We rinse them every day and make sure their pens are clean,” Tak said. Not long ago, Tak could not move his hands to brush his steer. Tak’s parents, Garrett and Brandi, have four kids, and each is raisi...

KCBD NewsSep 17, 2026

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Covenant Every Moment Matters: First responders

Lubbock police chief Seth Herman joined other first responders to visit children at Covenant Children's Hospital on Monday, September 14, to offer support....

EverythingLubbock LocalSep 17, 2026

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Senate committee advances Agricultural Act of 2026

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Agricultural Act of 2026 is headed to the Senate floor for a vote after passing out of committee. “Without objection, so moved. Again, thank all of you so much for advancing this critical piece of legislation.” Vote follows failed markup The legislatio...

KCBD NewsSep 17, 2026

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TTU research says 49% of people fear losing their job to AI

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - More and more people now fear a robot - or an algorithm - could take their job. That’s according to a study recently published by Texas Tech University. Austin Lee, an assistant professor of journalism and creative media industries at Texas Tech, started t...

KCBD NewsSep 17, 2026

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Mother shares son’s story to help others struggling in silence

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Renee Ross describes her son Riley as strong, positive and a perfectionist who wanted to be a firefighter so he could help and protect others. “He was 21,” Ross said. “He was, I got it, Mom. I know what I’m doing. It’s fine. I’m okay. I’ll be okay. Try to ...

KCBD NewsSep 17, 2026

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Spotlight Reignited: The Wallace Theater's triumphant anniversary weekend

The Wallace Theater in Levelland, Texas, is set to celebrate its first anniversary following its reopening with a three-day event featuring a mayoral proclamation, an open house, and film screenings scheduled from September 18 through September 20....

EverythingLubbock (KAMC+KLBK)Sep 16, 2026

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TxDOT to convert FM 1585, Upland Avenue intersection to all-way stop

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Texas Department of Transportation will convert the intersection of FM 1585 and Upland Avenue to an all-way stop on Tuesday, Sept. 22. Upland Avenue traffic is currently required to stop at the intersection. As part of the change, stop signs will be in...

KCBD NewsSep 16, 2026

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Wallace Theater celebrating one year since grand reopening

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - When the Wallace Theater reopened in September 2025, it was a sign of hope in Levelland. Now, it’s been able to give residents a chance to see the best entertainment the area can provide. “I look back on it and it is a blur, but it was one of the best mome...

KCBD NewsSep 16, 2026

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Lubbock Association of Realtors marks 100 years

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Lubbock Association of REALTORS (LAR) held a Centennial Ribbon Cutting ceremony Wednesday, marking 100 years of service to the real estate profession and the South Plains community. The event took place at 11 a.m. at the LAR Event Center and included g...

KCBD NewsSep 16, 2026

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FM 1585 intersection converting to all-way stop

The Texas Department of Transportation announced that on Tuesday, September 22, the intersection at FM 1585 and Upland Avenue will be converted to an all-way stop....

EverythingLubbock LocalSep 16, 2026