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Lubbock Heritage Society Opens Free Cactus Theater Program Downtown
The Lubbock Heritage Society is hosting a free public event celebrating the historic Cactus Theater in downtown Lubbock.
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UMC Health System Offers Free Aging Q&A for Lubbock Residents
UMC Health System is hosting a free doctor Q&A event on aging and life planning, open to Lubbock-area residents.
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Lubbock Equine Rescue Sets October Fundraiser for Horses in Need
Easy R Equine Rescue brings its 14th annual Heroes for Horses event to Lubbock on October 9, raising funds for rescued horses across the South Plains.
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How Lubbock shops are racing the clock before Mother's Day
From florists in central Lubbock to bakeries near Texas Tech, South Plains businesses say their Mother's Day prep started weeks ago — not days.
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Voidly AI Uses Machine Learning to Keep People Connected When Censors Strike
Voidly AI is a free, community-driven VPN that uses artificial intelligence to predict and avoid internet censorship, helping people stay connected without logging personal data....
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Ground Stop Lifted at DFW, Love Field After Severe Thunderstorm Delays
Thunderstorms over North Texas forced a Wednesday morning ground stop at Dallas-Fort Worth and Love Field airports, delaying hundreds of flights before the FAA lifted restrictions around midday....
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Water Pump Fix Allows Lubbock, Wolfforth Residents to Resume Outdoor Watering
Lubbock residents can resume regular outdoor watering after a repaired pump station resolved a temporary water pressure drop that also affected nearby Wolfforth....
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From Lubbock to Plainview, South Plains Gears Up for 4th of July Festivities
South Plains residents can look forward to a festive week of Independence Day celebrations, with events running from July 2 to July 6 in communities including Lubbock, Plainview, and Wolfforth....
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Lubbock Police Warn of Phone Scam Involving Fake Detective
Lubbock police are warning residents about a new phone scam in which callers pretend to be local detectives, falsely claiming that victims have outstanding warrants and must pay using gift cards....
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What You Can’t Do at Lubbock Parks This Summer: Surprising Rules Revealed
With warmer weather and the school year ending across the South Plains, Lubbock’s parks are about to get busier. But families planning a visit should be aware of the city’s long list of park rules, including some surprising banned activities....
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Style for Free: Kids haircut deals around Lubbock
LUBBOCK, Texas -- Whether you just need a trim or a whole new hairstyle, these Lubbock salons and barbershops are offering back-to-school deals to help kids start off the school year with confidence. EverythingLubbock.com compiled a list of local places around the Hub City with t...
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Early voting locations for Lubbock City Council District 4 runoff election
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of July 20, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- Early voting for Lubbock City Council District 4 runoff elections kickoff Monday, July 20, at 8:00 a.m. and will run through Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Voters who live in district 4 wil...
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Monday morning top stories: Early voting begins in District 4 runoff
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - On Daybreak Today, Early voting begins in District 4 runoff Early voting begins today in the Lubbock City Council District 4 runoff District 4 residents must choose between Tim Green and Gary Boren Find election info here: Early voting runs July 20-28 in r...
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Early voting runs July 20-28 in runoff election for Lubbock City Council District 4
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Early voting begins Monday in the runoff election for Lubbock City Council District 4. Homebuilder Tim Green is facing off against former city councilman Gary Boren after winning 47% of the vote back in June. Boren got 38%, leading to a runoff. Early votin...
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KLBK Monday AM Weather Update (7/20/26)
Monday's highs will range from the lower to the upper 90s.
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Teacher Feature: Bailey Bailey in Snyder
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - As part of KCBD’s Community Coverage Tour, we are featuring a teacher in each community. The Teacher Feature is sponsored by South Plains College. Bailey Bailey teaches English I and English II at Snyder High School. Here is what her peers submitted about ...
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Data center debate continues in Lubbock, across Texas
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A citizen group is seeking an 18-month moratorium on data center development in Lubbock, as debate over the facilities intensifies at both the local and state level. The group, Citizens of Lubbock Against Data Centers, must collect and verify enough petiti...
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UMC Invites YOU to “Talks with Docs” - A Free Q&A Event on Aging Well
Provided by UMC LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - Join UMC Health System for a welcoming conversation about aging well, planning ahead, and supporting the people we care about through life’s transitions. Dr. James Felberg, MD, and Dr. Jennifer Ward, MD, will share practical guidanc...
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Lubbock Heritage Society Invites Community to Celebrate the Historic Cactus Theater
Provided by Lubbock Heritage Society LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - The Lubbock Heritage Society invites community members to experience the history, culture, and enduring legacy of one of downtown Lubbock’s most beloved landmarks during “Come Downtown to the Cactus,” a free pub...
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South Plains SPCA holding first-ever online-auction fundraiser
The South Plains SPCA is excited to announce the first-ever online charity auction to raise funds to help local animals find their forever homes and get them the medical care, love and shelter they deserve....
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Texas school & childcare vaccine requirements for 2026-2027
Back-to-School is getting closer and certain vaccinations are required by Texas law for children before attending school
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Volunteer Center of Lubbock celebrates new location
LUBBOCK, Texas -- The Lubbock community is invited to join the Volunteer Center of Lubbock (VCL) as they celebrate the grand opening of its new facility on Thursday, August 27, at 1219 Avenue K. The free open house will take place from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., with a ribbon-cutting cere...
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Talking Points -- 7/19/26
LUBBOCK, Texas -- This week on Talking Points, KAMC's Jen Phillips sat down with Carl Tepper about why data centers have become a hot topic for Texas and what it means for the South Plains. Jen Phillips also spoke with the Founder of Save Lubbock, Stephen Sanders, about the purpo...
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Sweat deals in Lubbock for National Ice Cream Day, 2026
LUBBOCK, Texas -- Nothing is sweeter than a deal on a sweet treat! July 19 marks the day to scream for ice cream as it's National Ice Cream Day, and Lubbock is celebrating with yummy deals you can not miss. EverythingLubbock compiled a list of the best deals around the Hub City f...
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Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller speaks at Lubbock data center protest
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A Lubbock community group held a protest Saturday evening at Clapp Park as part of a national day of action against data centers, gathering signatures for a petition seeking an 18-month moratorium on data center development in the city. The “Citizens of Lu...
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US military launches new airstrikes to 'swiftly punish' Iran for deaths of US troops
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The U.S. military said that it carried out new airstrikes against Iran on Sunday to “swiftly punish” the country’s Revolutionary Guard after an attack on a base in Jordan killed two American service members, left one missing and four requiring h...
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Democrats host South Plains swing tour with stops in Lubbock, Plainview, Big Spring and Abilene
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Several Democratic candidates on the November ballot held their South Plains swing tour on Saturday, meeting with voters in Lubbock’s Depot District as part of a three-day tour aimed at energizing Democrats across the region. The group included Austin stat...
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Severe weather coverage for Lubbock and the South Plains July 18, 2026
Severe weather is expected throughout the South Plains on the evening of Saturday, July 18.
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Caprock Classic Car Club holds 30th annual show at Lubbock Christian University
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Caprock Classic Car Club held its 30th annual car show Saturday at Lubbock Christian University, 5601 19th St., drawing between 200 and 225 vehicles and raising money for local charities and organizations. The event ran from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and is ...
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Lubbock Salon offers free haircuts & supplies for kids
LUBBOCK, Texas -- Vision's Salons will be hosting their 2nd annual Back to School event on Sunday, August 9th, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., to help kids start off the school year strong. Vision's Salon, located at 4110 34th Street, will offer free haircuts for kids, free hot dogs and h...
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Lubbock County Detention Center facing challenges with aging infrastructure
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Lubbock County Sheriff Kelly Rowe says the county detention center is overdue for significant repairs and expansion, with physical deterioration and aging technology threatening the facility’s standing as a model jail in Texas. Rowe said the jail’s populat...
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Back-to-School Ultimate Guide: What you need to know
LUBBOCK, Texas -- The 2026-2027 school year is approaching fast. EverythingLubbock made the ultimate guide for Lubbock parents and guardians to help them prepare themselves and their students to be ready on the first day of school. FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL The first step in being prep...
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KCBD’s 2026 Live Community Coverage Tour is this week
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The 24th annual Community Coverage Tour is this week, July 20 through 23, bringing you live newscasts from Snyder, Matador, Lockney and Cannon Air Force Base in Clovis. The 5 and 6 p.m. newscasts will feature stories about the people and places in each com...
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Summertime Heat Returning Soon
LUBBOCK, TX (KLBK) – KLBK Chief Meteorologist Jacob Riley has your Friday night weather update for July 17, 2026. Tonight: Partly cloudy. Isolated storms. Low of 66°. Winds: S 10-15 MPH.Tomorrow: Partly cloudy with isolated to scattered storms. High of 89°. Winds: S 12-18 MPH. TO...
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CritterFest 2026 continues through the weekend at Science Spectrum
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - CritterFest 2026 is underway at the Science Spectrum Museum, running Thursday through Sunday, July 16–19, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. The annual event features live animals on display, interactive experiences, and two featured shows. Attendees can view e...
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Texas Tech unveils a new name for Jones AT&T Stadium
LUBBOCK, Texas - A new era is coming to Texas Tech football as Jones AT&T Stadium gets a new name. University leaders announced Friday that the stadium will become Galaxy Stadium as part of a 15-year naming rights agreement with Galaxy, a company investing in artificial intellige...
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Bike MS: Cactus and Crude event to help raise funds for Multiple Sclerosis research
More than 200 bicyclists are scheduled to participate in the Bike MS: Cactus and Crude event in Lubbock, Texas, on Saturday, July 18, 2026, to raise funds for research into the autoimmune disease....
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Lubbock man arrested in connection with 2025 sexual assault
Danny Kosse, 45, was arrested in Lamb County by the Lubbock County Sheriff's Office following allegations of a sexual assault that occurred in April 2025....
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New business expected to bring 100 jobs, $4m investment to Levelland
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Stealth Energy Services is relocating its headquarters from Odessa to Levelland, bringing with it nearly $4 million in capital investment and up to 100 full-time jobs, according to the Levelland Economic Development Corporation. The LEDC announced a 10-yea...
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Texas Hill Country flooding: Meteorologist who covered Camp Mystic flood returns to document second disaster
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Surging water along the Guadalupe River and other waterways has returned to the Texas Hill Country, just over a year after the deadly Camp Mystic flood. Meteorologist Cary Allen, who covered last year’s disaster firsthand, said some residents who lost ever...
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Lubbock ISD seeks community input on facility naming process
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Lubbock ISD is asking community members to weigh in on the naming of district facilities, with a recommendation form now available for public submissions. The Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees holds final authority over facility names under Board Policy Local ...
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Lubbock Public Library events for July 20-25
The Lubbock Public Library is excited to reveal their upcoming community events for the week of Monday, July 20, through Saturday, July 25. The full schedule can be found below:...
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Lubbock Animal Services metrics for July 10-17
Lubbock Animal Services (LAS) have revealed their metrics for the week of Friday, July 10, through Thursday, July 17.
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Lubbock accepting applications for Building Board of Appeals position
The City of Lubbock is now accepting applications for the Building Board of Appeals, giving the citizens a chance to be an active part of the city's future....
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Texas Tech football stadium renamed to Galaxy Stadium in 15-year deal
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Texas Tech Athletics announced a 15-year naming rights agreement with Galaxy that will rebrand its football stadium as Galaxy Stadium beginning with the 2026 season. Galaxy is a global technology and financial services company focused on data center infras...
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Lubbock Kids: make raising kids in Lubbock fun, supportive and connected
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of July 17, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas – Lubbock Kids is a group on social media that families can join and follow to get connected to learn about family friendly events in Lubbock that are happening. EverythingLubbock.com s...
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Governor Abbott appoints Robert Howden as Texas Secretary of State
AUSTIN, Texas (KCBD) - Governor Greg Abbott today appointed Robert S. Howden as the 116th Secretary of State of Texas, effective July 18, 2026. The Secretary of State serves as Chief Election Officer for Texas, assisting county election officials and ensuring the uniform applicat...
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Hale County Drug Court celebrates largest graduating class
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Six people graduated from Hale County Drug Court this week in what officials said is the program’s largest graduating class since it launched in February 2023.The ceremony was held at the Hale County Courthouse. Graduates Darin Turner, Rey Gonzales, Tamara...
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The Lubbock Soccer Association Fall 2026 registration is open
LUBBOCK, Texas -- The Lubbock Soccer Association is hosting an opportunity for families to registrar their children for the fall 2026 soccer season. LSA said anyone interested in registering their child for soccer can sign up their child in person at the office on Saturday, July ...
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Cannon Air Force Base asking for public’s help in search for missing airman
CURRY COUNTY, New Mexico (KCBD) - The Cannon Air Force Base is asking for the public’s help in finding a missing active-duty airman. The base’s 27th Special Operations Wing is working with New Mexico law enforcement to locate Brandon Freeman. Cannon AFB says Freeman has a recent ...
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Friday morning top stories: Texas Tech Athletics announces renaming of Jones Stadium
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - On Daybreak Today, Jones Stadium to become Galaxy Stadium The home of Texas Tech football will be renamed to Galaxy Stadium Texas Tech Athletics announced a new naming rights deal with Galaxy, a global leader in data center infrastructure and digital asset...
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Lubbock family honors Caprock Jazz Festival founder, Eric Strong
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of July 20, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas – The Lubbock Roots Historical Arts Council hosted its annual Caprock Jazz Festival, featuring performances by Tom Braxton, Toni Redd and Joy Harris. Among those in attendance were Dr. ...
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Four-star RB Jayshawn Mitchell talks Texas Tech offer
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Texas Tech's Vague Restrictions Show You Don't Have To Ban Speech To Silence It
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Texas Tech's Vague Restrictions Show You Don't Have To Ban Speech To Silence It - Reason Magazine
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Texas Tech hosting Global Sorghum Conference
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Galaxy Stadium: Texas Tech lands $75 million naming rights deal with AI company
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Early voting runs July 20-28 in runoff election for Lubbock City Council District 4 - fox34.com
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Data center debate continues in Lubbock, across Texas - KCBD
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Lubbock Heritage Society Invites Community to Celebrate the Historic Cactus Theater - fox34.com
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