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Texas Medical Board disciplines Lubbock cardiologist

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A Lubbock cardiologist who previously paid more than a million dollars to settle federal drug prescribing allegations is facing new punishment from the Texas Medical Board. Dr. Juan Kurdi, an interventional cardiologist in Lubbock, is accused of leaving a ...

KCBD NewsAug 21, 2026

government

Booth and tent space available for 56th annual Fall Festival

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - (News release from the City of Lubbock) The Lubbock Municipal Garden and Arts Center (GAC) is looking for craft vendors to register for open booth and tent spaces for the 56th Annual Fall Festival, to be held Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to...

KCBD NewsAug 20, 2026

Local

Texas corn farmers ration water amid severe drought

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Texas corn farmers are rationing water and abandoning some fields to keep other crops alive as months of intense heat and little rain continue, according to the president of the Texas Corn Producers Association. Hagen Hunt, president of the Texas Corn Prod...

KCBD NewsAug 20, 2026

safety

Man arrested on child sex assault charges in Scurry County

SCURRY COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - A man was arrested on multiple child sexual assault charges in Scurry County. According to the Scurry County Sheriff’s Office, on August 18th, Russell Heath Wall was arrested for Aggravated Sexual Assault of a child and indeceny with a child. He was ...

KCBD NewsAug 20, 2026

Local

Notice About 2026 Tax Rates

This notice concerns the 2026 property tax rates for City of Lubbock. This notice provides information about two tax rates used in adopting the current tax year's tax rate....

City of LubbockAug 20, 2026

business

Rising food costs prompt menu changes at popular Lubbock BBQ restaurant

LUBBOCK, Texas — Since February of 2015, Evie Mae’s owners Arnis and Mallory Robbins have made it their goal to provide quality meals for the everyday customer. "We've been so blessed by our local communities that they're friends and family. And we see the same faces week to week...

EverythingLubbock LocalAug 20, 2026

government

Budget Public Hearing Notice

THE LUBBOCK CITY COUNCIL WILL HOLD A HEARING ON THE PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LUBBOCK. THE PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF CITIZENS TOWER, 1314 AVENUE K AT 6:00 P.M., SEPTEMBER 1, 2026....

City of LubbockAug 20, 2026

safety

Police investigating fatal south Lubbock motorcycle crash

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Lubbock Police Department’s Major Crash Unit is investigating a motorcycle crash that left one person dead. Just after 9 p.m., on Saturday, August 8, officers responded to a crash involving a motorcycle near 82nd Street and Colton Ave. Upon arrival, of...

KCBD NewsAug 20, 2026

Local

Doctor says lost sleep affects more than kids’ energy levels

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A psychologist at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center says poor sleep affects more than how tired a child feels the next day. Dr. Natalie Scanlon, assistant professor of psychiatry at TTUHSC, said summer often disrupts children’s sleep schedules. ...

KCBD NewsAug 20, 2026

government

SPC Foundation establishes three new scholarship endowments honoring board members

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - South Plains College Foundation has established three new scholarship endowments to support students pursuing higher education and recognize the contributions of current and former members of the Foundation Board of Directors. Backed by generous donations,...

KCBD NewsAug 20, 2026

Local

Scorching Heat Continues Across the Area, Heat Advisory for the Rolling Plains

LUBBOCK, TX (KAMC) – KAMC Forecaster Larry Rodriguez has your Thursday morning weather update for August 20, 2026. Today's High - 101° Tonight's Low - 75° Today: Another scorching day is expected across the area Thursday. Temperatures will range from the lower to middle 100s. Win...

EverythingLubbock LocalAug 20, 2026

safety

LPD Depot Unit marks 5th year of reduced crime downtown

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Lubbock Police Department is marking its 5th year of reduced crime in the Depot District. The Depot Unit was formed in 2021, after LPD and City Council recognized the need to combat repeated, violent crime in the area. “There was a lot of gang violence...

KCBD NewsAug 20, 2026

government

Lubbock ISD board votes on book bans for middle and high school libraries

LUBBOCK, Texas -- Lubbock ISD held a special board meeting on Wednesday, August 19, to discuss banning certain books from LISD libraries after a Turning Point USA press conference over the school's library materials. Some parents also said these books can help students learn abou...

EverythingLubbock LocalAug 20, 2026

schools

United Supermarkets, Mrs Baird’s launch 16th annual Teachers on the Rise program

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) United Supermarkets and Mrs Baird’s kicked off the 16th year of the Teachers on the Rise program in Lubbock on Wednesday. The program recognizes local teachers nominated for their work by students, parents or family members. Every month during the school yea...

KCBD NewsAug 20, 2026

Local

Ferrum Capital victims say justice was served

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A San Antonio jury found former Lubbock financial advisors Josh Allen and Michael Cox guilty in the Ferrum Capital fraud case, which targeted roughly 500 victims. Investigators say Ferrum Capital raised $80 million from investors. Conservative estimates sh...

KCBD NewsAug 20, 2026

schools

New name coming to the Texas Tech student section

The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of August 20, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- Texas Tech Athletics announced Thursday that the student section at Galaxy Stadium will dawn a new name with a familiar twist, according to a press release. Texas Tech officials sa...

EverythingLubbock (KAMC+KLBK)Aug 20, 2026

government

Texas Historical Marker Unveiled to Honor Historic Lubbock Auto Auction

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Lubbock County Historical Commission unveiled a new Texas Historical Marker recognizing Lubbock Auto Auction on Thursday, August 20. The unveiling took place directly on the auction floor, which is rarely open to the public. The marker recognizes the w...

KCBD NewsAug 20, 2026

News

Texas Tech to host first U.S. Global Sorghum Conference

Texas Tech University is set to host the Global Sorghum Conference from September 14-18, marking the first time the international event will be held in the United States....

EverythingLubbock LocalAug 20, 2026

schools

Texas Tech renames student section in honor of Jones family

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - (News release from Texas Tech Athletics) For decades, Texas Tech fans have made “The Jones” one of the most intimidating homefield advantages in college football. The Jones name will continue to ring out for decades to come as Texas Tech formally announced...

KCBD NewsAug 20, 2026

business

New Lowe's Home Improvement coming to South Lubbock

A new Lowe's Home Improvement store is scheduled to begin construction at 127th Street and Quaker Avenue in South Lubbock in November 2026.

EverythingLubbock (KAMC+KLBK)Aug 20, 2026

schools

Lubbock ISD continues free meal program for 2026-27

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Lubbock ISD is continuing its free lunch and breakfast program for the 2026-27 school year. All enrolled students will benefit from the Community Eligibility Provision for the upcoming school year. The district applied for the service through the National ...

KCBD NewsAug 19, 2026

safety

Lubbock firefighters use rehab unit to combat heat

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - As temperatures climb, Lubbock firefighters are battling their own gear and the heat in addition to flames. Lubbock Fire Rescues’ Public information officer , Derek Delgado said calls do not stop and are not dependent on weather conditions. That protection...

KCBD NewsAug 19, 2026

Local

Meals on Wheels seeks unique cars for 30th annual delivery event

The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of August 19, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- Meals on Wheels is looking for classic and unique cars for its 30th Annual Big Wheels Deliver Meals on Friday, August 28, 2026. Local community leaders will volunteer their lunch h...

EverythingLubbock LocalAug 19, 2026

library

Turning the pages in Lubbock: The Lubbock Book Festival returns

The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of August 19, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas --- Readers, writers and families will soon have the opportunity to celebrate all things books and the love of reading with the Lubbock Book Festival, an event organized by Literacy L...

EverythingLubbock (KAMC+KLBK)Aug 19, 2026

government

All districts Coffee with the Mayor scheduled for August 24

The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of August 19, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- Lubbock Mayor Mark McBrayer is excited to host the next Coffee with the Mayor for all districts on Monday, August 24. The public is invited to attend, with this month's meeting beg...

EverythingLubbock LocalAug 19, 2026