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NEW YORK (AP) — Frank Beard, the drummer for the Texas boogie-rock trio ZZ Top who kept the tempo for the band’s biggest hits like “Sharp Dressed Man,” “Legs” and “Gimme All Your Lovin", has died. He
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SAN ANTONIO, Texas (KCBD) - Two Lubbock businessmen left the San Antonio U.S. Courthouse in handcuffs, remanded into custody after a jury convicted them on all counts. It found Joshua Allen and Michael Cox, through Ferrum Capital, and related companies, preyed on many investors, using misdirectio...
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - CASA of the South Plains is asking the community to join a Dine to Donate event tonight at Texas Roadhouse to support its advocacy for children in foster care. Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of meal proceeds from the event to the organization. Diners are asked to show a f...
The South Plains Food Bank has named Meredith Cunningham as its new Chief Development Officer, effective August 19, 2026.
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Progressive Insurance announced an expanded investment in college athletics through a new agreement with Texas Tech and 12 other football programs and their Learfield partners. The agreement places Progressive on-field branding at Texas Tech, Boise State, Colorado, Georgia...
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - UMC Health System will conduct a crane operation Saturday, Aug. 22, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the area surrounding the B-1 Parking Lot, Children’s Emergency Center, Radiology and Outpatient Parking Lot as part of ongoing facility improvements. During the operation, the foll...
NEW YORK (AP) — Frank Beard, the drummer for the Texas boogie-rock trio ZZ Top who kept the tempo for the band’s biggest hits like “Sharp Dressed Man,” “Legs” and “Gimme All Your Lovin", has died. He was 77. Beard was in hospice care when he died Tuesday at his ranch in Richmond, Texas, with [...]
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of August 18, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- Michael Taylor, 36, pleaded guilty to a felony charge of Possession with Intent to Distribute 500 Grams or More of Methamphetamine on Tuesday. According to court documents, agents with the Caprock ...
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Two teens are in custody following a robbery at the South Plains Mall over the weekend. According to the Lubbock Police Department , 18-year-old Iziah Carson and 19-year-old Kameron Collins were both arrested Tuesday afternoon. Carson was taken into custody in the 2900 blo...
Lubbock businessmen Joshua L. Allen and Mike L. Cox were found guilty of federal money laundering and securities fraud charges in a San Antonio court related to an investment fraud scheme.
The Beatles cover band Liverpool Legends is scheduled to perform at the Buddy Holly Hall in Lubbock on November 13, 2026.
Two Lubbock teenagers were arrested for their involvement in an aggravated robbery at the South Plains Mall.
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, announced the U.S. Department of Justice has awarded $219,215 in federal grant funding to the City of Lubbock to enhance public safety and equip law enforcement with updated technology. The funding will pay for a forensic 3D laser scanner to...
U.S. Senator John Cornyn announced that the U.S. Department of Justice awarded $219,215 in federal grant funding to the City of Lubbock to enhance public safety and modernize law enforcement technology.
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of August 18, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- The City of Lubbock announced that registration for the upcoming inaugural West Texas Women in Technology luncheon is at capacity. This is hopefully the first of many of these offerings, so please ...
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A nostalgic Lubbock restaurant is planning a major comeback. Mr. Gatti’s Pizza is targeting Lubbock as a potential spot for one of its new Family Entertainment Center locations. The move marks a strategic return to the community where Mr. Gatti’s has deep roots and decades...
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - (News release from Lubbock Meals on Wheels) During September, Comfort Keepers and Lubbock Meals on Wheels join efforts to collect food and funds for the Weekend Meal Bag Program for Meals on Wheels recipients. Meals on Wheels delivers 1,100+ meals each day, and 900 of thos...
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of August 18, 2026. LEVELLAND, Texas -- The Wallace Theater announced its second season shows, a robust lineup of music, theater, and storytelling experiences themed "Stories by Starlight." The theater said the 2026-2027 season is set ...
LUBBOCK, TX (KAMC) – KAMC Forecaster Larry Rodriguez has your Tuesday morning weather update for August 18, 2026. Today's High - 101° Tonight's Low - 74° Today: Temperatures will range from the lower 100s on the Caprock, to the middle 100s off the Caprock. Winds will be from the southwest at abou...
Lubbock Animal Services is scheduled to host a free Clear the Shelter pet adoption event on August 22.
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Turning Point USA of Lubbock says some books on Lubbock ISD library shelves are harmful and illegal under Texas law. The group, along with Citizens for Education Reform and Behind the Shelves, continued the discussion at a media conference Monday night at the Willows Event...
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of August 18, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas – Although we have some time until Halloween, many people enjoy planning early and have already started costume shopping. EverythingLubbock.com created a list of Spirit Halloween store locations in Lu...
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Registration has reached full capacity for the City of Lubbock’s inaugural West Texas Women in Technology Luncheon, city officials announced. The event, hosted by City of Lubbock Chief Information Officer Jennifer Frescaz, is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 27, from 11 a.m. t...
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A Lubbock tradition continues under a new name as Hope for Minds — formerly known as Team Luke Hope for Minds — invites the community to its 7th Annual Color Run/Walk/Roll. The family-friendly and fully accessible event is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 22, at 9 a.m. at Lubb...
LUBBOCK, Texas (KJTV) - From United: Ingredients · 1 lb farfalle (bowtie) pasta · 1/4 cup avocado oil · 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce · 1/4 cup sesame oil · 1/4 cup honey · 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar · 2 red, yellow or orange bell peppers, thinly sliced · 1 cup diced green onion · 2-3 cups co...
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - It’s now up to voters in the Lubbock-Cooper school district to approve a new tax rate. The Lubbock-Cooper ISD board approved a new property tax rate of a little less than $1.20 per $100 valuation for homes in the district. The rate is more than the voter approval rate set ...
Mr. Gatti's Pizza is targeting Lubbock, Texas, as a potential location for a new Family Entertainment Center following its closure in 2021.
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - One person is hurt after a car crashed into a house in south Lubbock Tuesday morning. Around 7:15, officers responded to a vehicle into a building at 88th and Slide Rd. Police say one person suffered moderate injuries. It is unknown if the person hurt was inside the house ...
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - An outdoor court at Aztlan Park in North Lubbock is covered in tire tracks after someone recently drove on it. Karen Penkert, assistant director of Parks and Recreation, said one of her employees told her on Friday that someone drove on the basketball court at the park nea...
Highs Tuesday will range from the lower to the upper 100s.
Highs Tuesday will range from the lower to the upper 100s.
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A petition aiming to pause data center development in Lubbock will now go before city council. The effort was guided by Stephen Sanders, founder of Citizens of Lubbock Against Data Centers. He said enough signatures have been validated by the city secretary. About 3,000 pe...
The Lubbock County Sheriff's Office said that 29-year-old Simon Garcia, the driver in an August 14 pursuit that ended in a crash, has been arrested.
Lubbock ISD issued a statement addressing concerns over library materials and announced a board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, 2026, to discuss the issue.
After being filed with the city secretary on August 3, the data center petition backed by Save Lubbock was validated and will head to the Lubbock City Council.
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Lubbock is projected to reach a population of half a million due to ongoing infrastructure investment, job availability, and expansion into suburban and outlying areas.
LUBBOCK, TX (KLBK) – KLBK Chief Meteorologist Jacob Riley has your Monday night weather update for August 17, 2026. Tonight: Mostly clear. Low of 72°. Winds: SSE→SW 8-12 MPH.Tomorrow: Mostly clear. High of 101°. Winds: SSW 12-18 MPH. TONIGHT: Mostly clear sky conditions are expected to remain aro...
Most of Lubbock County is considered in a moderate drought, which puts a strain on groundwater resources and Texas Tech is researching how farms can get the most out of every drop of water.
A Lubbock crash survivor is recovering from a broken femur after a deadly wreck that killed his passenger.
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