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Frenship to honor 9/11, part of nationwide ceremonies

WOLFFORTH, Texas -- Frenship High School will host a special ceremony on Friday, September 11 to honor the memory of those lost on 9/11 and those who serve in the military or as First Responders. The ceremony, "100 Flags: A National WoodmenLife 9/11 Tribute," will feature a 60-by...

EverythingLubbock LocalSep 11, 2026

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2 Lamesa ISD employees arrested in connection with security breach investigation

LAMESA, Texas (KCBD) - Two Lamesa ISD employees have been arrested in connection with an investigation involving allegations of a breach of computer security. Lamesa ISD said in a statement Friday morning “the allegations do not involve the disclosure of district data, including ...

KCBD NewsSep 11, 2026

safety

LFR contained early morning house fire in Central Lubbock

LUBBOCK, Texas -- Lubbock Fire Rescue responded to a residential fire early Friday morning at 5:16 a.m. in the 2600 block of Ave P. LFR said they arrived on scene to a small single story residential structure on fire. Crews immediately began fire suppression operations. Fire cond...

EverythingLubbock LocalSep 11, 2026

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Measles cases rising nationwide, about 800 more than last year

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Measles cases are increasing across the country, according to a CDC map showing where cases have been reported. MAP: Measles Cases and Outbreaks There have been about 800 more measles cases this year compared to last year, according to the CDC map . The ma...

KCBD NewsSep 11, 2026

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Lubbock health director to receive statewide award

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Katherine Wells will receive a statewide public health award on Thursday, Sept. 27 for her leadership in managing the measles outbreak when it spiked in the region and for her efforts to strengthen public health across West Texas. The award is called the R...

KCBD NewsSep 11, 2026

safety

Gov. Abbott honors Lubbock sheriff’s deputies 1 year after I-27 bridge crash

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Two Lubbock County Sheriff’s deputies received the Star of Texas Award after they were injured in a crash last year on I-27 at 98th Street . On September 8, 2025, deputies Andrew Cavazos and Jorge Martinez were assisting a motorist changing a flat tire on ...

KCBD NewsSep 11, 2026

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Gov. Abbot awards Star of Texas to five Lubbock area heroes

LUBBOCK, Texas – Five Lubbock-area first responders were honored and received the Star of Texas. The Star of Texas Awards were held in Austin, Texas, Friday morning, where the Governor presented medals to honorees and family members of peace officers, firefighters and emergency f...

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9/11 in Lubbock: One man recalls the day that changed everything

A Lubbock man reflects on the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks by recalling his experience recording local air traffic control communications during the national grounding of flights....

EverythingLubbock LocalSep 11, 2026

business

Open Door helps a man overcome 22 years of homelessness

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Open Door works to restore people who have experienced poverty, homelessness and sex trafficking. For Walter “Red” Paschal, the organization was a blessing. “I’ve been on the streets for 22 years and then I got 10 years ago; I retired at 62 and so they put...

KCBD NewsSep 10, 2026

government

Lubbock commission delays vote on data center zoning rules

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The city of Lubbock’s Planning and Zoning Commission has delayed its decision on large-scale data center restrictions. Proposed changes to development code The commission has an outline of recommendations it wants to make to the city’s Unified Development ...

KCBD NewsSep 10, 2026

business

Stella’s restaurant to host fundraiser on 9/11

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 brought the United States together both in mourning and unified support. Now, 25 years later, a Lubbock restaurant is hoping the community will come together once again. Stella’s restaurant along 82nd Street has ...

KCBD NewsSep 10, 2026

News

FM 179 to be reduced to one lane during upcoming weekend

A small segment of FM 179 will be reduced to one lane of traffic this weekend, beginning on Saturday, September 12, according to a release by the Texas Department of Transportation....

EverythingLubbock LocalSep 10, 2026

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6th annual 'Getting the Gig' program retuning to Lubbock

The Lubbock Cultural Arts Foundation is excited to invite musicians, industry professionals and community members to the sixth annual Getting the Gig event to help foster and support the music community in Lubbock and West Texas....

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Covenant Every Moment Matters: Children's cancer treatment

During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Kishor Bhende of Covenant Children's Hospital highlighted advancements in pediatric oncology, noting higher survival rates for children compared to adults and the success of treatments like CAR T-cell therapy....

EverythingLubbock LocalSep 10, 2026

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Noon Notebook: Modern Square Dance Lessons

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Modern square dance lessons are being offered by the Lubbock Area Square & Round Dance Federation. The lessons are designed for beginners and for anyone interested in learning modern square dancing in a fun, social setting. Lessons start Monday, September ...

KCBD NewsSep 10, 2026

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Noon Notebook: Walk with a Doc

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Walk with a Doc is a free community walk hosted by Texas Tech Health Sciences Center. Community members walk together in Tech Terrace Park and can talk with volunteer physicians and medical students about general health and wellness. The next walk is Satur...

KCBD NewsSep 10, 2026

Local

Bridge beam construction scheduled for US 87 project

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - (News release from the Texas Department of Transportation) Overnight construction work is scheduled for the US 87/FM 41 interchange next week. Starting Thursday night (Sept. 10) FM 41, at US 87, will be closed to overnight traffic from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. to ...

KCBD NewsSep 10, 2026

schools

South Plains Food Bank expands meals to more than 75 schools

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The South Plains Food Bank is now providing meals to more than 75 schools across the region. The effort is a new partnership with H-E-B and Communities in Schools of the South Plains. H-E-B donated $136,000 to the program to support 77 campuses across Lubb...

KCBD NewsSep 10, 2026

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Former Muleshoe teacher facing federal charges, accused of enticement of a minor

Provided by United States Attorney’s Office, Northern District of Texas LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Ryan Raybould announced that a former Muleshoe, Texas High School teacher has been charged in a federal enticement cas...

KCBD NewsSep 10, 2026

Local

Lubbock hosts free Fiestas Patrias parade, all-day celebration Sep. 12

The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of September 10, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- The entire city is invited to attend the free parade and all-day celebration hosted by Fiestas Del Llano honoring Mexican Independence Day, culture and courage on Saturday, Sept...

EverythingLubbock LocalSep 10, 2026

safety

Lubbock man arrested after police pursuit ends in crash

A Lubbock man faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault and evading arrest, after his vehicle collided with another car during a police pursuit on September 8....

EverythingLubbock LocalSep 10, 2026