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Closing Reception at The Buddy Holly Center

The Buddy Holly Center invites the public to celebrate the West Texas Watercolor Society’s 4th Annual Signature Show at a closing reception on Sunday, September 20, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the Fine Arts Gallery....

City of LubbockSep 16, 2026

Local

South Plains Fair announces promo days ahead of 2026 open

The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of September 14, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas – The South Plains Fair is returning to Lubbock from September 25 from October 3, 2026. The South Plains Fair roots are deeply rooted in bringing people together for traditions and...

EverythingLubbock LocalSep 16, 2026

Local

Muggy and Cooler for Wednesday

LUBBOCK, TX (KAMC) – KAMC Forecaster Larry Rodriguez has your Wednesday morning weather update for September 16, 2026. Today's High - 93° Tonight's Low - 68° Today: A much cooler afternoon is expected across the area. Temperatures will range from the lower 90s to the lower 100s. ...

EverythingLubbock LocalSep 16, 2026

government

Texas senators examine prediction markets amid gambling debate

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs has been charged with protecting Texas elections and sports amid a boom in prediction market platforms. The conversation centers on whether participating in these markets counts as gambling. The American Gaming A...

KCBD NewsSep 16, 2026

Local

What you should do if you find a stray animal

A Lubbock woman received citations for an unvaccinated and unlicensed stray cat she rescued, though the fines were later waived.

EverythingLubbock (KAMC+KLBK)Sep 16, 2026

Local

Rural counties push changes for Texas EMS grant program

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Seminole EMS Chief Carly French, who represents the Texas EMS Alliance, and Lamb County Judge James DeLoach testified before the House Committee on State Affairs Tuesday, pushing for changes to a state grant program they say is not working as intended. Fre...

KCBD NewsSep 15, 2026

government

Lubbock councilwoman highlighted for Hispanic Heritage Month

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - City Councilwoman Christy Martinez-Garcia, a Lubbock native, created a platform for the Latino community after seeing a need for one. “My granddad instilled in me, and that was first God, then family, and never, forget your community,” Martinez-Garcia said...

KCBD NewsSep 15, 2026

schools

Global sorghum conference brings world experts to Lubbock

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The National Sorghum Conference is being held in the United States for the first time, and it is taking place this week in Lubbock. Experts from around the world are gathered in the city to share their thoughts on water scarcity and sustainable production....

KCBD NewsSep 15, 2026

Local

2026 Texas Watermelon Queen set to visit two Lubbock Market Street locations

Provided by United Supermarkets LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - The United Family is excited to host the 2026 Texas Watermelon Queen at two Market Street locations in Lubbock on Saturday, Sept. 19, and Sunday, Sept. 20, giving guests an opportunity to meet her, take photos and le...

KCBD NewsSep 15, 2026

Local

LCU Presidential Scholarship Awarded to United Way Partner Agency Employee

Provided by LCU LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - A new partnership between Lubbock Christian University and Lubbock Area United Way is creating a pathway for employees of United Way and its partner agencies to return to college and complete degrees they previously started. As the ...

KCBD NewsSep 15, 2026

business

City of Ralls issues boil water notice after main line break

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The City of Ralls has issued a boil water notice for all city residents following a water outage caused by a main water line break. City officials said there is no estimated time for when water service will be fully restored. Once water service is restored...

KCBD NewsSep 15, 2026

government

National Voter Registration Day: How Lubbock County residents can register

The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of September 15, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- Tuesday, September 15, marks National Voter Registration Day, a nationwide effort encouraging Americans to register to vote, check their registration status or update their info...

EverythingLubbock (KAMC+KLBK)Sep 15, 2026

Local

National Hispanic Heritage Month begins with celebrations across the US

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Celebrations across the U.S. are expected in observance of National Hispanic Heritage Month , showcasing the vast diversity and culture of Latinos. Marked each year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the month is an opportunity for many in the U.S. to learn about o...

KCBD NewsSep 15, 2026

safety

College Station Flock Safety cameras vandalized and covered with American flags

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - A 19-year-old man faces a criminal mischief charge after police say he cut the power cables to two Flock Safety cameras and covered them with American flags late last month. According to a probable cause statement from the College Station Police De...

KCBD NewsSep 15, 2026

Local

Thunderstorms Possible Tuesday Evening, Temperatures Remain Above Average

LUBBOCK, TX (KAMC) – KAMC Forecaster Larry Rodriguez has your Tuesday morning weather update for September 15, 2026. Today's High - 96° Tonight's Low - 69° Today: Above average temperatures will continue Tuesday. Afternoon highs will range from the middle to upper 90s on the Capr...

EverythingLubbock LocalSep 15, 2026

News

Brownfield seeks public input on hazard mitigation plan survey

BROWNFIELD, Texas (KCBD) - Brownfield city leaders are asking for community input to help prepare for a safer future. The city is now accepting responses through its hazard mitigation plan survey. Answers will help identify community risks and vulnerabilities, prioritize future p...

KCBD NewsSep 15, 2026

safety

Caprock Heroes coloring book supports volunteer fire departments

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Volunteer fire departments across the Caprock have created a coloring book called “Caprock Heroes” to help fund their operations. The book features real firefighters, real fire trucks, and scenes inspired by the towns and landscapes of the participating co...

KCBD NewsSep 15, 2026

safety

Police identify pedestrian killed in semi-truck crash on Marsha Sharp Freeway

LUBBOCK, Texas -- LPD officials have identified the man pronounced deceased at the scene after the Tuesday morning crash involving a pedestrian and a semi-truck near Marsha Sharp Freeway and Avenue Q. Authorities reported a collision with injuries at 10:09 a.m. in the eastbound l...

EverythingLubbock (KAMC+KLBK)Sep 15, 2026

Local

Texas Tech researcher develops infrared imaging technology for battlefield triage

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A Texas Tech researcher has developed infrared imaging technology that could be used to triage injuries on the battlefield without CT or MRI machines. Joshua Tropp is an assistant professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Texas Tech. He recently presented...

KCBD NewsSep 14, 2026