Lubbock man indicted after assaulting victim and locking her in closet
Brian Perez, 35, was indicted by a Lubbock grand jury for the physical and sexual assault of a victim following an incident in July 2026 where he also threatened her with knives.
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One arrested in connection to deadly shooting in Hobbs
The Hobbs Police Department, in coordination with the Lea County Sheriff's Office, announced Friday evening that they arrested Guadalupe Adrian Carmona, 34, of Hobbs, in connection to a deadly shooting....
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Recognizing the danger of blood clots
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Blood clots affect roughly 900,000 Americans every year, and while they’re treatable, it’s best to seek treatment as soon as possible to increase the chances of a full recovery A blood clot happens when blood clumps inside a vein, a condition that affects ...
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LPD says video footage plays big role in solving local cases
Video surveillance cameras are common devices installed at people’s homes, businesses or properties for extra safety and protection from thieves, burglars and dangerous individuals....
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Red Steagall Institute Tops $22 Million, Opens Fundraising to Public
Provided by Texas Tech University LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - The Ranching Heritage Association has raised more than $22 million, reaching 75% of its $28 million construction fundraising goal for the Red Steagall Institute for Traditional Western Arts at Texas Tech University...
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Texas Tech architecture students network with professionals at WreckShop event
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Texas Tech architecture students had an opportunity to connect with industry professionals during an event called “WreckShop,” aimed at networking and planned by students for students. Portfolio reviews and interviews Andrew Castilleja said the event inclu...
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Former Texas Tech professor sentenced to 40 years for making, selling fentanyl including ‘pink flamingo’
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A former Texas Tech University professor who manufactured and distributed fentanyl — including a pink-dyed mixture branded as “pink flamingo” — was sentenced to 40 years in federal prison. Daniel Taylor, 51, pleaded guilty July 1 to conspiracy to distribut...
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Shallowater FFA team earns second place at national convention
Shallowater ISD's Agricultural Issues Team officially returns home from the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis with second place honors.
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Family of Lubbock mother struck by car ask for support
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of October 23, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- On Tuesday, October 6, 23-year-old Tara Frits was heading to the store on an electric scooter to get something for her two-year-old daughter when she was hit by an SUV at the inte...
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Levelland woman sentenced for $380K company fund theft
Lori Ann Vega-Bermea, 50, was sentenced to 46 months in federal prison on Friday for embezzling approximately $380,373.13 from a Levelland, Texas, oil and gas company....
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Texas Education Agency outlines investigations process for credible reports
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Texas Education Agency is outlining its investigations process, as the agency reports a sharp increase in reports of educator misconduct. Previous Coverage: www.kcbd.com/2026/10/23/texas-education-agency-outlines-mandatory-reporting-policies-educator-m...
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Frenship High School associate principal named Texas Assistant Principal of the Year
WOLFFORTH, Texas (KCBD) - Frenship ISD is celebrating Elisha Reese, Frenship High School associate principal, who has been named the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals Overall High School Assistant Principal of the Year. Following the statewide recognition, Reese is...
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Freebies at Gym Culture event Saturday
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Join us at Gym Culture for a family-friendly community event celebrating Lubbock’s locally owned businesses, fitness, wellness, and the people who make our community great! HERE’S WHAT’S IN STORE: 21 vendor giveaways valued at $100+ each! A 1-mile family f...