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South Plains College opens new workforce training center
South Plains College opened its new Workforce Training Center in Levelland, Texas, supported by a $1.45 million grant from the EPA and $1.5 million from the Levelland Economic Development Corporation....
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TTU assistant professor earns Department of Energy award for advanced research
Jay Lu, a researcher and assistant professor of chemical engineering at Texas Tech, was recognized for his research into developing advanced computational methods and machine learning with an award....
government
All districts Coffee with the Mayor scheduled for October 29
Lubbock Mayor Mark McBrayer and members of the City Council will host a 'Coffee with the Mayor' event at the Maxey Community Center on Thursday, October 29....
safety
5 arrested in Lubbock child predator sting Operation ‘Trick or Trap,’ police say
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Police say five people were arrested after a multi-agency undercover operation targeting online child exploitation and solicitation in Lubbock. Operation “Trick or Trap” was conducted Friday, Oct. 23 and was a combined effort between the Lubbock Police Dep...
safety
Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead of Texas Flood Threat
Provided by Office of the Texas Governor LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding expected to impact po...
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Texas Tech opens new Llano River Conservation Center in Junction
Texas Tech University opened the Llano River Conservation Center at the Texas Tech Center at Junction to provide STEM-focused programming and hands-on learning opportunities....
safety
Multi-sting operation 'Trick or Trap' in Lubbock targets child exploiters
The Lubbock Police Department and multiple partner agencies arrested four individuals facing felony charges for online solicitation of a minor during a joint operation known as Trick or Trap....
Local
Lubbock to honor fallen first responders on October 28
Lubbock will host a ceremony at the Lubbock Regional Public Safety Memorial at 6 p.m. today to honor fallen first responders for National First Responder Day....
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Exhibition Reception at the Buddy Holly Center
The Buddy Holly Center invites the public to celebrate the annual Celebración exhibition during a reception on Sunday, November 1, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Fine Arts Gallery at the Buddy Holly Center....
government
SLIDESHOW: James Talarico hosted tour stop in Lubbock as election nears
Texas State Representative and U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico held a campaign event in Lubbock on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, alongside several other Democratic candidates....
Local
Trump rally brought massive crowds to Lubbock
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of October 28, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- Long lines formed outside the Lubbock civic center as supporters gathered to see Trump at the anticipated rally stop on Tuesday, October 27, ahead of the Texas state Rep. and U.S....