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SAN ANTONIO, TX (KCBD) - A judge has ordered the two men behind Ferrum Capital to stay in jail until they are taken to federal prison. FULL COVERAGE: KCBD Investigates Testing Trust Joshua Allen and Michael Cox requested the court let them out on bond and self-surrender after the...
POST, Texas (KCBD) - The Post Rotary Club dedicated its Centennial Clock at 3 p.m. Monday in downtown Post. The date marks 101 years to the day since the Post Rotary Club was established in 1925. Clock located in downtown median The clock is located in the center median of downto...
The kickoff time for the matchup between No. 11 Texas Tech and Arizona State is set for 2:30 p.m. CT on Saturday, October 17, on Fox.
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of October 5, 2026. LEVELLAND, Texas -- The city of Levelland announced that, in recognition of Code Compliance Month, Keep Levelland Beautiful (KLB) took time to honor and recognize the dedicated City of Levelland Cod...
SHALLOWATER, Texas (KCBD) - The Texas Department of Transportation is scheduled to make road repairs to the US 84/FM 179 intersection in Shallowater. Operations to mill and resurface a segment of the US 84 main lanes, on- and off-ramps, and a portion of FM 179 are scheduled to st...
Monday's highs will range from the middle 70s to the middle 80s.
Texas Tech had its hands full against Colorado for most of the night on Saturday, but the Red Raiders used a huge second half to beat the Buffaloes 29-7....
No. 12 Texas Tech headed out to Boulder to take on Colorado in its first visit since 2010. The Red Raiders took a while to round into form but never looked back in a 29-7 comeback victory over the Buffaloes....
Lone Star Cowboy Church is excited to hold its annual fall festival on Saturday, October 24.
Ropes senior two-way star Jayvith Cruz notched a standout performance in a dominant win over New Deal on his way to earning KLBK's Athlete of the Week....
Texas Tech fifth-year quarterback Thomas Castellanos is now ineligible to play for the Red Raiders following the latest decision from a Kentucky court on Friday....
The South Plains Mall is holding a holiday hiring fair to get ready for the holiday season.
DURANT, Okla. (KXII) - President Donald Trump visited Durant Thursday evening for a Republican midterm rally . Durant midterm rally attendees lined up outside the Choctaw Event Center ahead of the event Thursday morning. Officials said more than 4,000 people packed into the Choct...
Highs Friday will vary and range from the middle 50s to the middle 70s.
October is Breast Cancer awareness month. Middle-aged and older women mainly are diagnosed with the disease, but health experts are discovering it in women under 50....
Special Ranger Joe Aguilar Jr. warned that scammers are increasingly using AI-generated photos and high-pressure tactics to defraud buyers and sellers in the livestock trade....
AUSTIN, TX (NEWS RELEASE) – The Texas Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) new licensing platform, RSD Connect is now live. The new online licensing platform modernizes how DPS’ Regulatory Services Division (RSD) licenses, oversees compliance and enforces regulations. Through RSD ...
Covenant Children's is brewing up a spooktacular partnership with Spirit Halloween for the 17th annual Spirit of Children fundraiser.
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Thursday's highs will vary and range from the lower 70s to the middle 80s.
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The National Weather Service confirmed two tornadoes touched down in the Texas Panhandle Tuesday night as severe storms moved across the region. One tornado touched down about four miles southeast of Claude around 7:12 p.m. It was on the ground for about ...
StarCare Specialty Health System celebrated the grand opening of its expanded Sunrise Canyon Hospital and the Hope Center Wednesday morning, with Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Senator Charles Perry and other community leaders in attendance....
A Gaines County Judge, Cindy Therwhanger, announced on social media Wednesday afternoon, that Gaines County will be holding a public meeting regarding a proposed data center project in the county....
The Wallace Theater is seeking seven local actors for its upcoming Veterans Day production of Cornerstones of Courage, which tells the story of a Texas Marine's heroism during World War II....
LEVELLAND, Texas (KCBD) - The 2026 Cotton & Crude Fest is happening on Friday, October 9, 2026 at the Oxy Sports Complex in Levelland, Texas. This popular annual country and Red Dirt music festival was originally scheduled for October 10th but has been moved to Friday night, with...
Former Texas Tech volleyball coach Tony Graystone was dismissed for cause following allegations of physical abuse, medical mistreatment, and felony battery....
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Wednesday's highs range from the upper 70s to the upper 80s.
A new telephone designed specifically for children like a landline has been released as an alternative to modern smartphones.
Retired truck driver John Nelson earned a first-place blue ribbon for his segmented bowl in the Crafts & Hobbies division at the South Plains Fair's Women's Building competitions....
The Hoelscher family from Shallowater, Texas, shares their passion for raising and showing pigs together as part of the agriculture industry.
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Showers and thunderstorms are forecast areawide Tuesday.
LEVELLAND, Texas (KCBD) - The Hockley County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting in the 2500 block of Mockingbird Lane that left one person dead. Law enforcement responded to the location in reference to a reported shooting. One individual is deceased as a result of the ...
Texas Tech linebacker Austin Romaine received honors for his historic outing against Sam Houston, as he was named the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week....
PARMER CO., TEXAS (KFDA) - Multiple agencies are investigating an incident at a Parmer County feedyard after two employees were found dead. Parmer County deputies and Texas Game Wardens are investigating the deaths of two 18-year-old employees who were found dead in a runoff pond...
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Monday's highs will range from the middle 80s to the middle 90s.
Idalou senior two-way player AJ Huddleston took home the title of KLBK's Athlete of the Week after leading the Wildcats in a win over Fort Stockton.
Following a standout performance for Estacado in its shutout of Snyder, Matadors sophomore quarterback Jayric Ward claimed the title of KLBK's Athlete of the Week....
Shallowater senior quarterback Logan Winn is the latest Athlete of the Week honored by KLBK after a huge outing for the Mustangs in a victory over Seminole....
Frenship quarterback Bear Ordonez is the first KLBK Athlete of the Week in 2026-27 after a stellar debut performance for the Tigers.
The Curry County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) released a statement on social media Friday night following the the death of an electric lineman on Friday.
Across the South Plains, organizations are working to create opportunities and help the next generation find its voice. For leaders with the Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas (HWNT), that's a mission they strive to fulfill every day....
While cotton is often the first crop that comes to mind when people think about West Texas agriculture, longtime farmer Tim Assiter says another crop has found a perfect home on the South Plains....
Texas Tech is 3-0 on the season and moved up to No. 11 after taking down Houston last Friday at Galaxy Stadium in its Big 12 opener.
No. 11 Texas Tech is staying home for another weekend, as the Red Raiders host Sam Houston at Galaxy Stadium on Saturday.
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is scheduled to make road repairs to the US 84/FM 179 intersection in Shallowater next week.
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Nurse practitioner Darla Porter emphasized the importance of regular cancer screenings and self-awareness for women to ensure early detection and improved treatment outcomes....
Reithoffer Shows is implementing a multi-tier inspection process to ensure safety for the upcoming South Plains Fair, which begins on Friday, September 25....
The city of Matador, Texas, issued a boil water notice following a water line break on Buffalo Street.
Cirque Mechanics' TILT is scheduled to perform at Buddy Holly Hall on November 16, 2026, with tickets going on sale starting September 24.
This week's Technology Tuesday highlights the new Oura ring 5, which is slimmer, more accurate, and easier to use than previous models.
FLOYDADA, Texas (KCBD) -Assiter Farms, located off Highway 207 just south of Floydada, is growing 200 different kinds of pumpkins this fall. Tim Assiter, owner of Assiter Farms, said West Texas creates the right conditions to grow the pumpkins. Despite this year’s drought, the fa...
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A federal judge has ordered Texas to air condition all of the state’s lockups, which the prison agency said could cost $1.5 billion, by the end of 2029. The ruling, released Tuesday, is a win for inmate advocates and their attorneys, who had asked the court to force the Texas Dep...
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CLOVIS, N.M. (KFDA) - Curry County records reveal new details on the kidnapping of two boys in Clovis by their mother and her boyfriend. Initial 911 call and traffic stop Curry County court records say September 17 around 2:45 p.m., Clovis dispatch received a report of a kidnappi...
LEVELLAND, TX (NEWS RELEASE) - South Plains College’s Creative Arts Department has opened registration for two classes that will give local, aspiring musicians ages 12 to 17 a chance to hone their skills this fall. In the Fall 2026 Youth Live Ensemble, musicians of any instrument...
The Big 12 has announced that No. 11 Texas Tech will face the Colorado Buffs on Fox at 6:30 p.m. CT on Saturday, Oct. 3.
LORENZO, Texas (KCBD) - The city of Lorenzo has issued a boil water notice effective Sept. 20, 2026. The city said pressure coming from the water tower into the water line, at the location of a leak, caused officials to shut off water temporarily. No timeline has been given for w...
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and wounded a man Sunday afternoon in Austin, Texas, local authorities said, and anti-ICE protesters quickly gathered at the scene. The man was in serious but stable condition at a hospital after being s...
LORENZO, Texas -- The City of Lorenzo announced on Wednesday, September 23, that the Boil Water Notice was rescinded. The City of Lorenzo issued a Boil Water Notice on Sunday, September 20, due to a water line leak and the amount of pressure coming from the Water Tower into the w...
ROSWELL, New Mexico -- The National Championship Air Races (NCAR) began Wednesday and are heading into the weekend with more competitive heats in all seven classes. Saturday and Sunday, heats narrow down as the Unlimited and Sport classes race for the first time in Roswell. Atten...
The 109th South Plains Fair is scheduled to begin next Friday, September 25, featuring various attractions including 37 rides, livestock shows, and special promotional deals....
Johnny Vickers said he attended his first Texas Tech football game around 1976. Fifty years later, after an ALS diagnosis, he got up close to the action, with some help from his grandson....
Friday's highs will range from the lower to the upper 90s.
Retired judge Charlie Baird and attorney Kevin Glasheen reflect on the legacy of Tim Cole, an Army veteran whose wrongful conviction was overturned four decades ago....
Texas Tech has finalized its schedule for both men's and women's basketball following the announcement of the conference matchups within the Big 12.
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...
Access to FM 179 from 12th Street in Wolffroth, Texas, is scheduled to close for two weeks starting September 21 to allow for road improvements.
No. 13 Texas Tech is back home this week for a monumental clash against No. 22 Houston, with both teams projected to be prime contenders in the Big 12 this season....
ReconMR/Siena finds Gina Hinojosa up 4 points on the three-term governor while James Talarico leads Ken Paxton by 6.
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Thursday's highs will range from the lower to the upper 90s.
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....
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Texas Tech Athletics will debut its new "Let's Ride" football uniforms, featuring the State Farm logo and Patrick Mahomes' Gladiator branding, during its upcoming game against Houston this Friday....
Wednesday's will range from the low 90s to the low 100s.
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Celebrations across the U.S. are expected in observance of National Hispanic Heritage Month, showcasing the vast diversity and culture of Latinos.
Highs Tuesday will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
BROWNFIELD, Texas (KCBD) - Brownfield city leaders are asking for community input to help prepare for a safer future. The city is now accepting responses through its hazard mitigation plan survey. Answers will help identify community risks and vulnerabilities, prioritize future p...
Ranchers across the United States are considering the implementation of virtual fencing technology to improve pasture management and mitigate the effects of drought....
Texas Tech announced that its game against Sam Houston State on September 26 will kick off at 11 a.m.
The highly anticipated matchup between No. 13 Texas Tech and No. 22 Houston has officially reached sellout status, according to the university's athletics department....
Monday's highs will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
Texas Tech held off Oregon State in a 35-24 slugfest on the road in Corvallis on Saturday. The victory had no effect in the Red Raiders' place in the rankings....
No. 13 Texas Tech hit the road for the first time this season and survived a scare from upset-minded Oregon State 35-24 in Corvallis.
No. 13 Texas Tech is making its road debut this Saturday and the Red Raiders are heading into uncharted territory. Their cross-country trip takes them to Corvallis, Oregon to take on Oregon State, which marks the first time Texas Tech has played there in program history....
Two men were honored and laid to rest the morning of Friday, September 11, at the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery.
POST, Texas (KCBD) - The City of Post has issued a boil water notice due to loss of water pressure during a White River valve exchange. The city urges residents to boil water until further notice. Resident will be notified when the boil water notice is lifted....
Texas Tech University canceled its scheduled athletic events on September 13, 2001, to show respect for the nation following the September 11 terrorist attacks....
Friday's highs will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
A small segment of FM 179 will be reduced to one lane of traffic this weekend, beginning on Saturday, September 12, according to a release by the Texas Department of Transportation....
During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Kishor Bhende of Covenant Children's Hospital highlighted advancements in pediatric oncology, noting higher survival rates for children compared to adults and the success of treatments like CAR T-cell therapy....
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Highs Thursday will range from the upper 80s to the upper 90s.
The West Texas State Veterans Cemetery is scheduled to hold unaccompanied burials for United States Marine Corps veteran Clinton Eugene Canfield and United States Army veteran Dalton Sellinger on Thursday, September 10....
Texas Tech athletics is mourning the death of long-time sports information director Joe Hornaday, who passed away at the age of 79 after a distinguished 30-year career at the university....
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A Plainview woman named Cassity Lyric Vasquez pleaded guilty to federal charges of enticement of a minor after admitting to having a sexual relationship with a juvenile....
Highs Wednesday will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
Google's latest Pixel smartphones, featuring improved charging speeds, enhanced zoom capabilities, and new video production tools, are now available.
Shallowater ISD is seeking public assistance to identify individuals responsible for vandalizing Todd Field over the weekend.
The Wallace Theater in Levelland, Texas, will kick off its second season with 'Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience' on Saturday, September 12...
A live-to-film concert featuring the score from the 2008 movie Twilight is scheduled to take place at Buddy Holly Hall on March 12, 2027.
Former NFL star Edgerrin James says son Jizzle has a substance abuse issue; asks for love, support KWKT - FOX 44
Following a season-opening victory over Abilene Christian, Texas Tech moved to No. 13 in both the AP Top 25 and USA Today Coaches Poll and is scheduled to face Oregon State on September 12....
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Big 12 steps up in Week 2 with seven matchups against the Big Ten, SEC and ACC WIVT - News 34
Tuesday's highs will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
New innovations and tools have been making their way onto ranches for a while now, which helps ranchers around their land, livestock and overall daily tasks....
DALLAS, Texas (KCBD) - The Big 12 has filed paperwork to drop its own lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, Texas Tech, the Texas Tech University System and university leaders. The conference is asking the judge to dismiss the case “with prejudice,” meaning the Big 1...
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Highs Monday will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
The wait for Texas Tech football finally came to end Saturday, as the Red Raiders took the field inside the newly dubbed Galaxy Stadium to face off with Abilene Christian. The No. 12 Red Raiders came out strong and rode the initial surge to a 33-10 win over the Wildcats....
WASHINGTON (AP) — The origins of Labor Day date back to the late 19th century, when activists first sought to establish a day that would pay tribute to workers. The first U.S. Labor Day celebration took place in New York City on Sept. 5, 1882. Some 10,000 workers marched in a par...
A much deserved ceremony for the heroes that lie to rest, as the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery had a dedication and ribbon cutting hosted by several community leaders and elected officials....
The wait for football at Texas Tech is finally over, as the Red Raiders are set to take on Abilene Christian in the season opener.
American Airlines will offer Texas Tech fans special nonstop flights to Corvallis, Boulder, and Cincinnati for the upcoming 2026-2027 season.
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of September 4, 2026. WOLFFORTH, Texas -- The Wolfforth Farmer's Market will host their 2nd Annual Pumpkin Spice Festival this weekend, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 5th and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, ...
Friday's highs will range from the upper 90s to the middle 100s.
KAMC Red Raider Nation's David Collier sat down with the director of the Paramount+ Texas Tech football documentary series, Micah Brown, before it hits the streaming platform this Friday....
University Medical Center said recent cuts to Medicaid programs could cost them up to $107 million annually.
KLBK's 'The Big Chill' contest is back for 2026 and is now taking entries!
KAMC's 'First Freeze' contest for 2026 is now accepting entries!
Wayland Baptist University's Abraham Art Gallery is excited to announce Yuyi Morales: Soñadoras as the first fall 2026 exhibition.
Erik Bucy, the Marshall and Sharleen Formby Regents Professor of Strategic Communication at Texas Tech, has received one of the most selective honor in his field, being named a Fellow of the International Communication Association (ICA)....
ABERNATHY, Texas (KCBD) - The city has announced a planned electrical outage in Abernathy Thursday night from 11 p.m. to midnight. Xcel Energy will be working on the electrical lines in the area from 1st Street to 6th street on Ave D. The city says this should take no more than a...
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SNYDER, Texas (KCBD) - The City of Snyder will host a Mexican Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, September 19, from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. The free event will feature live music, cultural performances, family activities, food vendors and entertainment for all ages. According t...
Texas has more than 600 data centers. Explore our interactive map of operating and planned projects across the state.
Highs Thursday will range from the upper 90s to the upper 100s.
Morton ISD has canceled its junior high scrimmage and Friday's varsity football game at Olton following a shooting in the community on August 30.
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Wednesday's highs will range from the middle 90s to the middle 100s.
Provided by USDA WASHINGTON, D.C. (NEWS RELEASE) - Today, at the Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Data Modernization Plan to put Farmers First, reduce unnecessary burdens on pro...
AUSTIN, Texas (KCBD) - Executives behind some of the largest data center operations in West Texas testified before a Texas state Senate committee during a marathon hearing aimed at addressing misinformation about AI infrastructure. Lancium testifies on water use Lancium CEO Micha...
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Tuesday's highs will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
Provided by QTS ASHBURN, Va. (NEWS RELEASE) - QTS today announced plans to invest $250 million in Texas water infrastructure, conservation, and community-focused water projects over the next 10 years, reinforcing its commitment to responsible growth and long-term water stewardshi...
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A jury found Duane “Keffe D” Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, finally bringing a measure of resolution to a case that had gripped hip-hop fans and lingered in the public imagination for decades. The 63-year-old Davis was co...
Kimberly Hozempa began serving his 30-day jail sentence today for criminal negligent homicide following an unintentional 2020 shooting that killed his grandson's friend, Elijah Morin....
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Monday's highs will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
The United Family announced that it raised $500,000 from its annual Jacky Pierce Charity Classic golf tournament, which will all be donated to local non-profit organizations....
The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating a shooting in Morton, Texas, that resulted in two deaths early Sunday morning.
(AP) -Imagine the Dallas Cowboys threatening to sue the NFC East, then teams in the division saying they won’t play them unless they remove a player from their roster. No well-run pro sports league would dream of it. College sports? Threats, lawsuits and instability are now as co...
With one week to go until the 2026 season opener for the Texas Tech Red Raiders, head coach Joey McGuire announced on Saturday that quarterback Tommy Castellanos will officially join the competition for backup quarterback behind Will Hammond....
August is National Wellness Month, but many people have misconceptions about what wellness is, according to local mental health professionals.
The tally of people sickened by the parasite is now 11,458.
Highs Friday will be in the middle and the upper 90s.
UMC Health System and Texas Tech University Health Sciences (TTUHSC) are proud to announce that Dr. James Felberg, Dr. Jayne McCauley and Dr. Winslo Idicula have been awarded Endowed Chairs this week....
Highs on Thursday will be in the lower and the middle 90s.
CLOVIS, N.M. (KCBD) - Curry County is asking residents to weigh in on a plan for the next five years of road improvements and projects. The Curry County Road Department has begun the planning process for the 5-Year Road Plan. The plan identifies and prioritizes future road projec...
Texas Tech Athletics will introduce a new ticket incentive program called "Every Seat Counts" this academic year to reward Red Raider Club members for attending home football and men's basketball games....
Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. Certain City facilities and operations will also have adjusted hours over the holiday weekend. Normal operations will resume Tuesday, September 8....
Texas Tech University assistant professor Indrajit Srivastava has received a $2.1 million Maximizing Investigators' Research Award (MIRA) from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences to help continue his research in near-infrared (NIR-II) imaging technologies....
Texas Tech's Masked Rider was ranked fourth nationally and second in the Big 12 in USA Today Sports' Readers Choice Awards for Best College Mascot.
Tim Curry, the British actor whose long career included a cult role in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," has died. He was 80 years old.
Wednesday's highs will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
HALE COUNTY, Texas (KCBD) - Crews will begin bridge repairs along I-27 in Hale County on Wednesday, requiring various main lane closures. The work will affect southbound traffic at Callahan Draw, south of FM 23-37. Crews are expected to wrap up work in about four weeks....
UPDATE: Texico is now under a boil water notice after water lead repairs. TEXICO, N.M. (KCBD) - The city of Texico will completely shut down its water system Wednesday morning. City leaders said the shutoff will last about an hour, from 9 to 10 a.m. Crews are scheduled to repair ...
Lindsey Stirling is scheduled to perform her Snow Waltz Tour at the Buddy Holly Hall on December 23, 2026, with tickets going on sale August 28.
“May God bless Dolly Parton, and may God bless you all. She will always love you."
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Jason Bramow to serve as judge of the 425th Judicial District Court in Williamson County starting September 1, 2026....
Tuesday's highs will range from the lower to the upper 100s.
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The City of Amarillo provided an update today on water conservation efforts. On August 17, the City of Amarillo moved into Stage 1 of the Drought Contingency Plan due to the state of the water reservoir. Stage 1 of the plan is implemented when demand or n...
Highs Monday will range between 105° to 115° areawide.
TURKEY, Texas (KFDA) - The City of Turkey is monitoring another leak at its water tower after crews recently made major repairs. Officials announced Saturday that the tower is leaking again but said plans are in place to address the issue. Water service remains operational, and a...
UPDATE: Everyone in Turkey, Texas is advised to boil their water as the tower is filling again on Friday night. The city released this statement at 6:45 p.m. WATER UPDATE 6:45 PM We are working to fill our lines and tower with water. It will be a slow process so please be patient...
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) -Construction on the Panhandle’s first state psychiatric hospital has topped out, marking a milestone that allows crews to begin work on the inside of the building. The hospital broke ground in May 2025. The facility will hold 75 patients, including 50 fore...
Texas Tech remained a constant for preseason accolades, as three Red Raiders were tabbed to the Chuck Bednarik Award watch list.
Highs Friday will range from the lower to the upper 100s.
Highs Thursday will range from the upper 90s to the upper 100s.
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (KCBD) - The U.S. Attorney’s Office, the IRS Criminal Investigation Division and the FBI Wednesday morning outlined the scope of the Ferrum Capital fraud case, a day after a jury found Joshua Allen and Michael Cox guilty on all counts . “This case boils down to...
News release provided by The Wallace Theater LEVELLAND, Texas -- The Wallace Theater has announced its second season lineup, featuring a robust schedule of music, theater, and storytelling experiences under the theme “Stories by Starlight.” The 2026-2027 season is set to begin on...
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,” “Gimme All Your Lovin'” and “Legs,” has died. He was 77. Beard was in hospice care when he died Tuesday at his ranch in Richmond...
Highs Tuesday will range from the upper 90s to the upper 100s.
The South Plains Food Bank has named Meredith Cunningham as its new Chief Development Officer, effective August 19, 2026.
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 2026-20...
Highs Tuesday will range from the lower to the upper 100s.
Highs Tuesday will range from the lower to the upper 100s.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Texas Tech football secured its second-highest preseason ranking in program history at No. 12 in the AP poll ahead of its upcoming season opener against Abilene Christian....
Highs Monday will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
The Texas race for a U.S. Senate seat is still extremely close, according to the latest poll from Emerson College Polling and Nexstar Media.
BIG SPRING, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - West Texas VA Health Care System (WTVAHCS) will host an in-person Veteran town hall meeting on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026, from 6 to 7 p.m. Mountain Time at the WTVAHCS Hobbs VA Clinic. All West Texas Veterans, their families and caregivers are inv...
The City of Lorenzo has issued a boil water notice effective immediately.
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - World War II Army veteran Wiley Tow celebrated his 100th birthday Friday at Ussery Roan Texas State Veterans Home. Family, friends, staff and fellow veterans gathered to celebrate Wiley. Ahead of his birthday, Wiley asked for 100 birthday cards as part of...
The UMC TLC² Foundation Cancer Center is inviting the community to attend its free Living Well Series to discuss how behavioral health support can help patients navigate the emotional challenges that come with a cancer diagnosis and treatment....
Friday's highs will range from the upper 90s to the middle 100s.
Barricades Unlimited is scheduled to close Upland Avenue between 4th Street and 12th Street for underground utility work beginning Friday, August 14.
Texas Tech had another strong showing on preseason award watch lists, as a trio of Red Raider linebackers were under early consideration for the Butkus Award....
Texas Tech announced it has locked down its non-conference schedule for men's basketball ahead of its latest season.
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Highs Thursday will range from the upper 90s to the middle 100s.
HOUSTON, Texas (KCBD) - Clinical trials are underway in Houston to test a vaccine that could protect people with Lynch syndrome from developing certain cancers in the future. Lynch syndrome is a genetic disorder that puts those who carry it at high risk of developing cancer — inc...
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Wednesday's highs will range from the upper 90s to the middle 100s.
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (KCBD) - Brooklynn Chandler Willy pleaded guilty in March to all 10 federal counts against her, including wire fraud, aggravated identity theft and conspiracy to commit money laundering, before U.S. District Judge Fred Biery in the Western District of Texas. A ...
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Tuesday's highs will range from the upper 90s to the lower 100s.
Texas Tech graduate, Sophia Martinez will be running in one of the biggest marathons in the world, 'The Sydney Marathon' in Australia on August 30, 2026....
United Supermarkets is set to donate $30,000 to Food2Kids' Weekend Snack Bag Program and will hold a check presentation ceremony on August 13.
Citibus is pleased to announce the launch of Phase One of its approved 5-Year Service Plan, adopted in November 2024. The updated route network will begin operating on Monday, September 28, 2026....
Beginning Tuesday, August 11, Teinert Construction will close 15th Street, from University Avenue to Avenue X, to deconstruct tower cranes.
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The salsa, dips, guacamole, and more were sold at Kroger, Target, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and Walmart locations across half the U.S.
Monday's highs will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
GRAND SALINE, Texas (KLTV) - An East Texan celebrated her 100th birthday early in the same town she’s been living in for the past century. Juanice Land of Grand Saline turns 100 on August 9th, and she said many things have changed — but her values never have. IN 1926 — The world ...
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - A woman died Friday after she was found unresponsive in a cell at the Randall County jail. Officers found Shaylee Rachels unresponsive around 6:48 a.m. on August 7. Officials say correctional officers and medical staff immediately began life-saving measur...
Roasted Feta Potato SaladIngredients• 2 lbs. potatoes, cubed• 2 tablespoons olive oil• 1 teaspoon dried thyme• 1 teaspoon dried oregano• 1 teaspoon salt• 1 teaspoon black pepper• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes• 1 head of garlic top cut off• 1 (6 oz.) block of feta cheese• 2 tables...
Several families met with a South Texas congressman and LUPE director on Thursday in Rio Grande City, Texas, expressing their fears of being picked up in ICE raids....
This year’s sales tax holiday runs Friday, Aug. 7, through midnight Sunday, Aug. 9.
Friday's highs will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
GARZA COUNTY, Texas (KCBD) - A Garza County man will spend the rest of his life in prison after being convicted of sexually abusing a child. Mark Anthony Porter began assaulting the victim when she was 8 years old. The abuse lasted more than seven years. A jury convicted Porter a...
The Wolfforth Farmers Market will host Pickle Fest 2026 on August 8 and 9, featuring various vendors, food, drinks, and themed merchandise.
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Highs Thursday will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
Provided by Office of the Texas Governor AUSTIN, TX (NEWS RELEASE) - Governor Greg Abbott today announced a Texas Energy Fund (TxEF) grant totaling more than $8 million to strengthen electric reliability for Bailey County Electric Cooperative Association members in the Texas Panh...
The Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts is seeking food trucks and various vendors for its upcoming Hub City Renaissance Faire on October 24, 2026....
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Wednesday's highs will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
The first poll of the college football was released on Tuesday, with the preseason coaches poll ranking the nation's presumed top 25 teams.
The Texas Department of Transportation is scheduled to perform road repairs on the Loop 289 southbound frontage road between North Utica Avenue and Winston Avenue from August 5 to 6....
Texas Tech is set to begin its soccer season next week in Hawaii. Ahead of this debut, three Red Raiders were honored by the Big 12.
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - A group of professors and the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) filed a federal lawsuit Monday night challenging the Texas A&M University System’s censorship policy, which they argue limits discussions on race, gender, and sexual...
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Texas Tech University has announced its Summer 2026 commencement schedule, which is set to take place at the United Supermarkets Arena on August 7 and August 8....
Highs Tuesday will range from the middle 90s to the lower 100s.
Ballet Folklórico de México is scheduled to perform at Buddy Holly Hall on March 16, 2027, with tickets going on sale August 7, 2026.
Preseason award watch list season has begun and Texas Tech running back Cameron Dickey found himself named as a potential recipient of the Maxwell Award....
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A network of little black cameras on tall metal posts has sprouted up across Texas, in big cities and along remote country roads. The cameras, produced by Atlanta-based Flock Safety, use artificial intelligence to scan every vehicle that passes by, uploading the plate number, mod...
Logan Bartlett graduated from the SPC Law Enforcement Academy, following in the footsteps of his late father, former deputy sheriff Joshua Bartlett.
Monday's highs will range from the upper 90s to the middle 100s.
Highs on Friday will range from the upper 90s to the middle 100s.
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of July 30, 2026. LEVELLAND, Texas -- Phillip Smith, director of percussion in commercial music at South Plains College, has been elected to serve on the Percussive Arts Society (PAS) Drum Set Committee. PAS is a globa...
The Lady Raiders are scheduled to compete in the annual Paradise Jam in the U.S. Virgin Islands from November 26-28, starting with an opening game against Air Force....
Thursday's highs will range from the upper 90s to the middle100s.
LEVELLAND, Texas (KCBD) - South Plains College is honoring the legacy of music pioneer John Hartin with a new scholarship endowment in his name. Hartin’s family donated $15,000 to the South Plains College Foundation to establish the John Hartin Memorial Scholarship Endowment. The...
Wednesday's highs will range from the upper 90s to the middle 100s.
LITTLEFIELD, Texas (KCBD) - Littlefield city leaders are asking residents to help conserve water as part of a drought contingency plan that went into effect in April. The plan establishes required irrigation schedules, limits certain water uses and promotes conservation efforts a...
CURRY COUNTY, N.M. (KFDA) - A Curry County jury has convicted a Muleshoe man on a child sexual abuse charge. Ninth Judicial District Attorney Quentin Ray announced Tuesday that 71-year-old Michael Bara of Muleshoe, Texas, was found guilty of criminal sexual contact of a child und...
A Curry County jury found 71-year-old Michael Bara guilty of criminal sexual contact of a child under 13 and he is scheduled to be sentenced in October....
Tuesday's highs will be in the lower and the middle 100s.
The Buddy Holly Center’s annual Summer Showcase Concert Series continues its season on Thursday, July 30 with the Joe Trevino Band!
