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KLBK’s Top Plays of the Week: Oct. 15-17
Week eight of the high school football season is in the book and there were several marquee matchups across Lubbock and the South Plains. KLBK ranked the top five moments from the busy week....
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Endzone Team of the Week: The Idalou Wildcats
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Idalou Wildcats (8-0) are coming off of a big 38-20 win over Littlefield this past Friday. With that performance, they were named this week’s KCBD End Zone Team of the Week. The Wildcats are currently ranked as the top overall team in 3A Division II as...
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One seriously injured in two-vehicle crash in Lubbock County
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - One person was seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash in Lubbock County on Sunday evening. The initial call came in around 6:35 p.m. at the intersection of East FM 1585 and County Road 3100, according to the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office. The Texas Dep...
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Serious injuries reported in Lubbock County crash
One person was seriously injured after a two-vehicle accident in Lubbock County on Sunday evening.
government
Texas Tech climbs to No. 8 in AP Top 25 after win over ASU
Texas Tech dismantled Arizona State 53-25 in front of its Homecoming crowd in the Red Raiders' most lopsided result so far this season. In the AP Top 25, voters tabbed the Red Raiders as the No. 8 team in the nation....
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Alumni speakers announced for Wayland Homecoming Chapel
PLAINVIEW, Texas -- Wayland Baptist University is welcoming back graduates Rodney and Sarah Wallace as featured speakers at its Homecoming Chapel. The chapel is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 21, in Harral Memorial Auditorium. Rodney earned a Bachelor of Science degr...
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Lubbock coach arrested following inappropriate relationship with child victim
Jordan Moreno, 22, was arrested by the U.S. Marshals and charged with Indecency with a Child and Online Solicitation of a Minor.
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Texas Tech at Cincinnati kickoff time announced
The Red Raiders will make their first-ever trip to Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati with an 11 a.m. CT kickoff on Saturday, October 24.
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Talking Points -- 10/18/26
LUBBOCK, Texas -- This week on Talking Points, KAMC's Jen Phillips spoke with Dr. Margaret Durham, Democratic District 84 Congressional candidate, about what inspired her to start her campaign journey, including her background in education and public service. Later, Jen Phillips ...
government
Texas Tech Administration Building designated a Registered Texas Historic Landmark
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Texas Tech University’s Administration Building, the first and oldest structure on campus, has been designated a Registered Texas Historic Landmark. Texas Tech and the Lubbock County Historical Commission made the designation official during a Texas Histor...
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Bo French, Jon Rosenthal battle over culture, job duties in bid to regulate the oil and gas industry
Carlos Nogueras Ramos, The Texas Tribune October 17, 2026 ODESSA, Texas (The Texas Tribune) - Jon Rosenthal planned to spend much of the summer and fall explaining the nuances of the Texas Railroad Commission, the three-member council that regulates the state’s oil and gas indust...
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Actor Barry Corbin honored during Texas Tech homecoming
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Actor Barry Corbin is in Lubbock this weekend for Texas Tech University’s homecoming, where area leaders honored him with proclamations recognizing his acting career. Corbin is known for playing Maurice Minnifield in “Northern Exposure,” Bob Davis in “Urba...
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Overnight closure planned for US 87/FM 41 interchange south of Lubbock
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Drivers should plan for overnight detours next week at the US 87/FM 41 interchange south of Lubbock in Lubbock County. FM 41 at US 87 will be closed to traffic from 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, to 7 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, while crews place the deck on the n...
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Two injured in crash near 34th Street and Loop 289 in Lubbock
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Two people were injured in a crash near 34th Street and Loop 289 Saturday afternoon. Emergency crews responded to the crash around 4:21 p.m. According to initial reports, one person suffered serious injuries, while another sustained minor injuries. Crews a...
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Texas Tech reveals 2026 Homecoming King and Queen
During halftime of the Red Raiders and Sun Devils game Saturday, Texas Tech crowned Jack Davis of Spearman and Delaney Saunders of Midland as the 2026 Homecoming King and Queen....
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No. 10 Texas Tech torches Arizona State 53-25 on Homecoming
No. 10 Texas Tech took to the field for the first time since downing Colorado and the first time as a top 10 team this season. The Red Raiders clashed with Arizona State in front of a sold-out Homecoming crowd at Galaxy Stadium....
business
Blue Layer supports Feed Seniors Now initiative
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - IT company Blue Layer helped make sure Lubbock seniors have food to eat. The donation Friday is part of Comfort Keepers of Lubbock’s 16th annual Feed Seniors Now initiative. Blue Layer donated more than 4,000 lbs. of food. The drive supports Lubbock Meals ...
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Guide to Texas Tech Kickoff: Arizona State
No. 10 Texas Tech put the bye week behind it and is set to return to the field by hosting Arizona State on Saturday afternoon.
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‘The Blitz’ 2026 Week 8 highlights and scores
The high school football regular season is quickly drawing to an end, as the schedule entered week eight for teams around Lubbock and the South Plains....
government
Lubbock-Cooper ISD asks voters to approve Prop A tax increase
Lubbock-Cooper ISD is asking voters to approve Proposition A, a tax rate increase that supporters say would help fund the district’s operating budget.
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Places to watch Texas Tech's Homecoming vs Arizona State
Texas Tech Football is set to host Arizona State Saturday night inside Galaxy Stadium for the Red Raiders Homecoming game. If you aren't making it to the stadium plenty of places around town...
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Mahon Library remains closed for ongoing plumbing repairs
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Due to ongoing water line repairs, Mahon Library will remain closed Friday, October 16.
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Lubbock High's folklórico program continues to build a legacy for its students
As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, the cultural traditions celebrated throughout the month continue to thrive in communities across the country....
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You Matter Fest brings mental health resources to Lubbock
The You Matter Fest is scheduled to take place on Sunday, October 18, at the Prima Vista Event Center in Lubbock to promote mental health awareness, suicide prevention, and community resources....
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Man wanted in crimes against children investigation taken into custody
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A 30-year-old man wanted in connection with an investigation involving crimes against children is in custody, according to the Lubbock Police Department. Dylan West was taken into custody without incident Friday, Oct. 16, in the 500 block of 42nd Street fo...
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Local woman connects cotton farms to fashion with Sheppard Denim Co.
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Jessica Sheppard, founder and CEO of Sheppard Denim Co., is working to connect agriculture and fashion through a denim line made from locally grown cotton. Sheppard grew up in agriculture. She said she loved it but knew it was not her calling. While sittin...
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Therapy & MRI Center grand opening, free facility tours
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of October 16, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- The Center for Orthopedic Surgery announced the grand opening of its new Lubbock Therapy & MRI Center in a press release. The center is located at 301 Utica Avenue will celebrate ...
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KLBK Athlete of the Week: Littlefield’s Sammy Saenz
Littlefield junior quarterback Sammy Saenz touted the title of KLBK's Athlete of the Week a star performance against Muleshoe.
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Thomas Castellanos eligible for Texas Tech, can play vs. Arizona State
Texas Tech quarterback Thomas Castellanos is once again eligible to play after a temporary injunction was granted by a Kentucky judge.
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Thomas Castellanos receives temporary injunction, is now cleared to play
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (KCBD) -Texas Tech backup quarterback Thomas Castellanos is now eligible to play, according to a report listed by On3 Friday afternoon, granted by Judge Brian Edwards of the Jefferson County Circuit Court. On3’s article states: “Per the order, the NCAA cannot bar ...
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Small business in Lubbock targeted by shoplifters, owner speaks out
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of October 16, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- Around 9:05 a.m. on Friday, October 16, Meredith Ratke received a call that no small business owner ever wants to receive: her general manager calling to say that her cafe and bou...
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Texas Tech sets security, parking rules for homecoming concert at Urbanovsky Park
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Texas Tech’s homecoming celebration will include new security measures and parking restrictions around Urbanovsky Park this year, according to the university’s head of events. LINK: Parking & Security details for Texas Tech Homecoming Homecoming activities...
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Carey Hobbs named 2026 Lauro F. Cavazos Award recipient
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Texas Tech Alumni Association has named Carey Hobbs, a 1958 alumnus and former Texas Tech University System regent, as the 2026 recipient of the Lauro F. Cavazos Award. The award recognizes Hobbs’ decades of service to and support of Texas Tech Univers...
safety
Man dies more than two weeks after South Lubbock crash
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Lubbock Police Department’s Major Crash Unit is investigating a late September collision in South Lubbock that turned fatal earlier this month. On Sept. 25, Lubbock police were called to the intersection of 130th Street and Upland Avenue around 3:20 p....
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1 person seriously injured in rollover involving a semi
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - One person is hospitalized after a semi-truck crashed overnight in north Lubbock County. Just after midnight, Lubbock police were called to a crash with injuries near I-27 and Keuka Street. Upon arrival, officers found 61-year-old Russell Mabry trapped ins...
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Texas Tech Homecoming 2026 schedule of events
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Texas Tech University’s Homecoming week is underway, leading up to Saturday’s Homecoming football game against Arizona State at Galaxy Stadium at 2:30 p.m. Student Union & Activities released the full Homecoming 2026 Schedule of Events , running Oct. 12-17...
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Lubbock restaurant inspections: One low performer this week
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Each week, Lubbock health inspectors make surprise visits to eateries across the Hub City to ensure that when you dine out, you don’t have to worry about food safety or kitchen cleanliness. This week, inspectors checked out more than three dozen kitchens. ...
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Texas Tech police urge students to plan ahead for homecoming weekend
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A Texas Tech police officer is encouraging students to take precautions to stay safe if they plan to go out for homecoming weekend. The message follows a mandatory alert sent to students two weeks ago about a reported sexual assault involving two students,...
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Lubbock High School siblings head to the National FFA Convention
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Two Lubbock High School students, Kaylyn and Carter Baker, are preparing to compete at the National FFA Convention after winning at the state FFA convention for their science project. “I mean, it’s very rare to get to go. They’re like, out of all the FFA m...
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Texas Tech Administration Building designated Registered Texas Historic Landmark
The first and oldest building on Texas Tech University's campus was designated a Registered Texas Historic Landmark.
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Freeze watch issued for Lubbock, Caprock area
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of October 16, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas – The National Weather Service Lubbock issued a freeze watch for Friday, October 16, until Saturday morning. NWS said the watch is in effect from late Friday night through Saturday m...
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One seriously injured after semi breaks guardrail on I-27
A 61-year-old semi-truck driver was hospitalized with serious injuries early October 16 after his vehicle crashed through a guard rail on I-27 in Lubbock while attempting to avoid debris....
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Late September car crash turns fatal in South Lubbock
A man has died from injuries sustained in a late September vehicle collision in South Lubbock after a driver reportedly ran a stop sign.
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Hub City Happenings Oct. 15-18
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Pillowman: A dark psychological thriller about a writer interrogated over violent stories that resemble real child murders.Friday and Sunday, Texas Tech Black Box Theatre, 2812 18th St.Tickets: $15 general, $10 TTU faculty/staff, $5 students. Show deta...
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The Skeleton House in Lubbock is getting residents ready for Halloween season
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - It’s spooky season and you know what that means. It’s time for houses to put up the Halloween decorations. But you may not have seen one quite like ‘The Skeleton House’. It’s the brainchild of Justin and Mandy Locke, whose first purchase four years ago cha...
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Texas Tech announces 2026 homecoming court nominees
Texas Tech University announced its 2026 Homecoming Court candidates on Friday, with voting occurring through midnight before winners are revealed during Saturday's football game....
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Texas Tech alumni featured in Homecoming game flyover
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of October 16, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- The flyover planned for Texas Tech's Homecoming game against Arizona State on Saturday, October 17, will feature four Texas Tech graduates as a part of its crew. The flyover will ...
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Lubbock man takes three-year aggravated assault plea, murder charge dropped
Patrick Bradley was sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon for shooting at a family member of a homicide victim during a 2023 incident in Lubbock, Texas....
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Health screenings, vaccines at free Walmart Wellness Event
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of October 16, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- Get up to date with vaccines and all your wellness needs with Walmart this weekend. Walmart is hosting a free community Wellness Event on Saturday, October 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p....
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Firefighters say drivers are still ignoring the “slow down, move over” law
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Six years after tragedy struck the South Plains, area first responders say drivers continue to ignore the “slow down, move over” law. In January of 2020, Lubbock firefighters Matt Dawson and Eric Hill, along with Lubbock police officer Nicholas Reyna, resp...