Police ID 84-year-old man who died in south Lubbock pickup, SUV crash
Police ID 84-year-old man who died in south Lubbock pickup, SUV crash Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
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Border reopens to Mexican cattle imports as U.S. works to contain screwworm
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The U.S. reopened the border crossing in Arizona to cattle imports from Mexico on Monday, as part of a phased plan to control the spread of the New World screwworm. Border closure and cattle inventory The border closure began in May of last year over concerns about the fas...
Texas Tech alum appointed judge by Gov. Abbott
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas (KCBD) - A Texas Tech law school alum will now serve as judge of the 245th Judicial District Court in Williamson County, north of Austin. Jason Bramow was appointed on Monday by Governor Greg Abbott. Bramow currently serves as deputy general counsel in the governor’s offi...
Lubbock VFW to remember 13 who died during withdrawal from Afghanistan
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Lubbock veteran community is inviting people to attend a remembrance service this week for American service members killed in the Middle East five years ago. The service will honor the 13 military members who died during the American withdrawal from Afghanistan. ISIS c...
Inspectors to check Maxey Park neighborhood for code violations Wednesday
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Inspectors with the Code Administration Department will be out in the Maxey Park neighborhood on Wednesday looking for violations. This will take place between 8 and 4 that day. Code enforcement will have a field office set up in the parking lot of the Maxey Community Cent...
Lubbock Veteran travels over 11,000 miles for Down syndrome awareness
16 days later, Navy veteran Rusty Dailey finished a long but meaningful journey around 23 states for the 2026 Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge on August 18, traveling over 11,000 miles for Down syndrome awareness.
New jury selected for murder trial in Lubbock El Santiago bar shooting
New jury selected for murder trial in Lubbock El Santiago bar shooting Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Construction date set for second H-E-B location in Lubbock
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Construction will soon begin on a second H-E-B location in Lubbock. The start date of Dec. 21 was confirmed in October, when a developmental site plan review was completed with the city. The grocery store will be built at the site of the former Yates Flooring near 19th and...
Citibus to launch new, redesigned routes Sept. 28
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Citibus will launch Phase One of its approved 5-Year Service Plan on Monday, Sept. 28, introducing one new route and three redesigned routes. The plan was adopted in November 2024. The updated routes incorporate and streamline portions of existing routes. Phase One include...
Lubbock Christian University marks 70 years of enrollment
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Lubbock Christian University is celebrating 70 years of enrollment this year. University leaders said their greatest accomplishment over the decades has been the students they prepare for the workforce. Dr. Kent Gallaher, LCU provost, said “We believe it’s not just about t...
Crews report commercial structure fire in Seminole has now been contained
GAINES COUNTY, Texas (KCBD) - Emergency crews responded to the scene of a large fire in Seminole Monday afternoon. Just after 3:30 p.m., officials said the fire was under control and firefighters were targeting hot spots. Smoke was visible this afternoon from Hobbs, about 25 miles away. The Gaine...
Texas cities' water use projected to surpass irrigation by 2070, leaders say
Texas cities' water use projected to surpass irrigation by 2070, leaders say KVII
'It's still money!' Lubbock man charged with assault after dispute over $2
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of August 24, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- 23-year-old Kaden Wheeling was arrested and charged following a physical altercation in Lubbock over allegedly owed money. According to court documents, officers with the Lubbock Metropolitan Speci...
Lubbock County Democratic Party condemns local Young Republicans social post
Lubbock County Democratic Party condemns local Young Republicans social post Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Lubbock's 2nd H-E-B set to begin construction this year
After rumblings of a potential second location in Lubbock, H-E-B made the move official earlier this year and it is now appears to be coming sooner rather than later.
Tech hits record enrollment of over 45,000 students
Tech hits record enrollment of over 45,000 students The Daily Toreador
Mo Productions brewing up something special with Coffee Fest
Mo's Productions is scheduled to host its first-ever Coffee Fest in downtown Lubbock on Saturday, November 21, 2026, featuring coffee tastings, workshops, and a barista latte art competition.
Texas Tech enrollment tops 45,000 students for first time
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Texas Tech University opened the fall semester Monday with more than 45,000 students for the first time in university history. Texas Tech’s enrollment stands at 45,812 students, an increase of more than 3,859 students from a year ago. This marks the fifth consecutive year ...
1 person injured after early morning RV fire, LFR says
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - One person is hospitalized after an early morning RV fire in east Lubbock County. Lubbock Fire Rescue says just before 6 a.m., crews responded to reports of an RV on fire at the Lubbock RV Park near the 4800 block of I-27. Upon arrival, crews found one RV engulfed in flame...
LPD: Police shoot, kill armed suspect who fired shots, led officers on chase in East Lubbock
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A Lubbock Police officer shot an armed man who police say led them on a chase, fired shots multiple times and threatened officers in east Lubbock Monday morning. The suspect later died at the hospital. Police Chief Seth Herman said officers responded to reports of a man fi...
Trial starts for Lubbock man accused of killing Joshua Rios
Jury selection has begun for the trial of Victor Yanez, a Lubbock man accused of fatally shooting Joshua Rios during a dispute outside a bar in April 2025.
Lubbock coffee shop beats out Austin, Houston for best in Texas title
Lubbock coffee shop beats out Austin, Houston for best in Texas title Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
New filing for construction date on second H-E-B location in Lubbock
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) -A new document on the construction date for H-E-B’s second store in Lubbock has been filed. H-E-B’s Managing Director of Public Affairs previously said the store will be built at 19th St. and W. Loop 289, which is specifically at the southwest corner of 19th St. and Frankfo...
Police identify 20-year-old killed after East Lubbock Officer-Involved Shooting
A 20-year-old man named James Mayer was killed in an officer-involved shooting in Lubbock, Texas, on Monday morning after refusing to comply with police orders during a pursuit.
City of Amarillo provides update on water conservation efforts
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 normal operating c...
Emergency crews on scene at Gaines County fire, details limited
Emergency crews responded to a fire in the 1200 block of North Main Street in Gaines County, Texas.
A sweet surprise engagement at Lubbock's J's Creamery
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of August 24, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- For Krista Hicks and George Herrera, J's Creamery has always been the place to grab something sweet. Now, after years of dates, memories, and shared favorite orders, the local ice cream shop has be...
Police ID 84-year-old man who died in south Lubbock pickup, SUV crash
Police ID 84-year-old man who died in south Lubbock pickup, SUV crash Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Man arrested in Bailey County after Clovis officer-involved shooting pursuit
CLOVIS, New Mexico -- The New Mexico State Police Department announced that the New Mexico State Police Investigations Bureau is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Sunday involving the Curry County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), according to a press release. The Investigation Bure...
Man charged after police chase, shooting at officers from Clovis into Texas
CURRY COUNTY, N.M. (KFDA) - The New Mexico State Police is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Curry County. On Sunday, August 23, the New Mexico State Police Investigations Bureau was called to investigate a shooting involving the Curry County Sheriff’s Office. Around 12:26 p.m., the C...
Forget Austin and Houston. Lubbock has the best coffee shop in Texas
Forget Austin and Houston. Lubbock has the best coffee shop in Texas USA Today
Texas Tech police highlight safety technology
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Traffic increased in Lubbock and Levelland Monday as Texas Tech University, Lubbock Christian University and South Plains College began their fall semester. Drivers were advised to watch for increased traffic on 19th Street and Highway 114 heading toward Levelland. Texas T...
Texas Tech hits record enrollment of over 45,000 students
Enrollment at Texas Tech reached a historic 45,812 students this fall, driven by a 39% increase in first-time college enrollments since 2024.
Police identify man killed in south Lubbock crash
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Lubbock Police say one person has died after a Friday afternoon crash at the intersection of 98th & Quaker. Around 3:30 p.m., officers responded to a two-vehicle crash with injuries. Upon arrival, officers found the driver of a SUV, 84-year-old Jerry Burgess, and the drive...
Texas Tech Passes Historic 45,000-Student Milestone
Texas Tech Passes Historic 45,000-Student Milestone Texas Tech University
Early morning fire near Interstate 27 leaves one person injured
One person sustained burn injuries in an accidental RV fire caused by an unattended stovetop near the 4800 block of Interstate 27 in Lubbock, Texas.
Texas Tech Opens Big 12 Title Defense Ranked No. 12, Highest In The Conference
Texas Tech Opens Big 12 Title Defense Ranked No. 12, Highest In The Conference FMX 94.5
Texas Tech Finds A New Way To Keep The Jones Name Alive
Texas Tech Finds A New Way To Keep The Jones Name Alive Amarillo Country Radio
1 seriously injured after officer-involved shooting in east Lubbock
1 seriously injured after officer-involved shooting in east Lubbock fox34.com
Proposed property tax reduction fuels county budget battle
Proposed property tax reduction fuels county budget battle lubbocklights.com
Suspect dies following Lubbock officer-involved shooting
A suspect sustained serious injuries following a shots-fired call and a brief police chase in Lubbock, Texas, on the morning of August 24, 2026.