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Judge Parrish says Precinct 2 dispute, payroll issue has been resolved

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Lubbock County Judge Curtis Parrish released a statement on Thursday saying concerns about the overpayments to Mark Meurer and the dispute over the Precinct 2 seat have now been resolved. “This withdrawal resolves the questions before the appeals court. Al...

KCBD NewsSep 18, 2026

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Texas Tech study examines pecans and brain health

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Texas Tech researchers are studying whether a daily snack of pecans could benefit brain health. Pecans are rich in antioxidants and fiber. Dr. Leslie Shen, Ph.D., professor of pathology at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, is leading the study....

KCBD NewsSep 18, 2026

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Texas Tech Health Sciences Center receives $24.5 million NIH grant

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center has received a $24.5 million grant from the National Institutes of Health. It is the largest grant from the NIH in the university system’s history. The grant funds a five-year effort to move health care from...

KCBD NewsSep 18, 2026

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Children’s Miracle Network raises record $2 million for UMC Children’s Hospital

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Children’s Miracle Network has raised a record $2,050,074 for UMC Children’s Hospital this year. The total came after a year of fundraising and a day full of donations during the 43rd Annual Children’s Miracle Network Celebration Broadcast. Dr. Brian Payne...

KCBD NewsSep 18, 2026

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Lubbock health director honored for measles outbreak response

HOUSTON, TX (KCBD) - Dr. Katherine Wells, DrPH, MPH, director of the Lubbock Health Department, was recognized in Houston Thursday for her leadership in handling last year’s West Texas measles outbreak. Wells was applauded for coordinating the region’s response to what officials ...

KCBD NewsSep 18, 2026

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Food for Thought: Ramen, pizza and tacos on the low performer list

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Ramen, pizza and tacos on the low performer list this week, with one top performer inside United Supermarket. Yanagi Ramen at 11430 Quaker Ave. had 15 violations. Soup was being held in large pots that were not cooling quick enough. This can cause bacteria...

KCBD NewsSep 18, 2026

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Cool Kids Cafecito brings Hispanic flavors to Lubbock

Since May 2025, Joelle and Andre Rosales have operated Cool Kids Cafecito in Lubbock, Texas, offering beverages inspired by Hispanic culture and aiming to create a welcoming community space....

EverythingLubbock (KAMC+KLBK)Sep 17, 2026

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Political ads are ramping up in Texas, some of them are fake

With less than 60 days left before the midterm elections, campaigns are buying up air time with ads. There have been at least 164 ads paid for by campaigns that are "totally fake."...

EverythingLubbock (KAMC+KLBK)Sep 17, 2026

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12th Street closure part of FM 179 road widening project

Provided by TxDOT WOLFFORTH, TX (NEWS RELEASE) - Beginning Monday, Sept. 21, access to FM 179 from 12th Street will be temporarily closed. The closure will allow crews to continue to make road improvements to FM 179 and is expected to be in place two weeks. 12th Street traffic wi...

KCBD NewsSep 17, 2026

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TDCJ requests $298M for prison AC upgrades as lawmakers weigh budget priorities

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Various state agencies are submitting budget requests ahead of the 90th Legislative Session. Among them, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. This, as a federal judge considers whether to force the state to air condition its prisons. A lawsuit was fil...

KCBD NewsSep 17, 2026