Lubbock man indicted for fatal July shooting in East Auburn
Robert Kinney, 65, was indicted on Tuesday for the July 2026 murder of 37-year-old Stephon Jones in Lubbock, Texas.
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Lubbock High's folklórico program continues to build a legacy for its students
As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, the cultural traditions celebrated throughout the month continue to thrive in communities across the country....
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You Matter Fest brings mental health resources to Lubbock
The You Matter Fest is scheduled to take place on Sunday, October 18, at the Prima Vista Event Center in Lubbock to promote mental health awareness, suicide prevention, and community resources....
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Man wanted in crimes against children investigation taken into custody
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A 30-year-old man wanted in connection with an investigation involving crimes against children is in custody, according to the Lubbock Police Department. Dylan West was taken into custody without incident Friday, Oct. 16, in the 500 block of 42nd Street fo...
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Local woman connects cotton farms to fashion with Sheppard Denim Co.
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Jessica Sheppard, founder and CEO of Sheppard Denim Co., is working to connect agriculture and fashion through a denim line made from locally grown cotton. Sheppard grew up in agriculture. She said she loved it but knew it was not her calling. While sittin...
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Therapy & MRI Center grand opening, free facility tours
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of October 16, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- The Center for Orthopedic Surgery announced the grand opening of its new Lubbock Therapy & MRI Center in a press release. The center is located at 301 Utica Avenue will celebrate ...
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KLBK Athlete of the Week: Littlefield’s Sammy Saenz
Littlefield junior quarterback Sammy Saenz touted the title of KLBK's Athlete of the Week a star performance against Muleshoe.
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Thomas Castellanos eligible for Texas Tech, can play vs. Arizona State
Texas Tech quarterback Thomas Castellanos is once again eligible to play after a temporary injunction was granted by a Kentucky judge.
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Thomas Castellanos receives temporary injunction, is now cleared to play
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (KCBD) -Texas Tech backup quarterback Thomas Castellanos is now eligible to play, according to a report listed by On3 Friday afternoon, granted by Judge Brian Edwards of the Jefferson County Circuit Court. On3’s article states: “Per the order, the NCAA cannot bar ...
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Small business in Lubbock targeted by shoplifters, owner speaks out
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of October 16, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- Around 9:05 a.m. on Friday, October 16, Meredith Ratke received a call that no small business owner ever wants to receive: her general manager calling to say that her cafe and bou...
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Texas Tech sets security, parking rules for homecoming concert at Urbanovsky Park
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Texas Tech’s homecoming celebration will include new security measures and parking restrictions around Urbanovsky Park this year, according to the university’s head of events. LINK: Parking & Security details for Texas Tech Homecoming Homecoming activities...
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Texas Tech Administration Building designated Registered Texas Historic Landmark
The first and oldest building on Texas Tech University's campus was designated a Registered Texas Historic Landmark.
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Carey Hobbs named 2026 Lauro F. Cavazos Award recipient
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Texas Tech Alumni Association has named Carey Hobbs, a 1958 alumnus and former Texas Tech University System regent, as the 2026 recipient of the Lauro F. Cavazos Award. The award recognizes Hobbs’ decades of service to and support of Texas Tech Univers...