60 Lubbock-area high school softball players to watch in 2026 season
The top returning players in the Lubbock area for the upcoming high school softball season.
Texas Tech Soccer Announces 2026 Big 12 Schedule
Dwight Yoakam's Plane Experiences Mechanical Failure
Lifestyle
Lubbock Friendships Defy Time and Distance
Casual connections in Lubbock often blossom into lifelong bonds that easily pick up, even after long periods without contact.

Lubbock Residents Spot Valentine's Day Red Flags
From casual dining to lack of effort, Lubbock locals share humorous relationship warning signs ahead of the holiday.
Lubbock Residents Admit to Telling Themselves Romantic Lies
From the wind to dating, Lubbock locals get real about the fibs they tell themselves on Valentine's Day
Crime
Traffic Stop Leads to Police Pursuit in Lubbock
Driver attempted to flee from deputies, leading to a brief chase before being apprehended.

Federal Indictments in Deadly West Texas Smuggling Crash
Rassian Comer charged for conspiring to transport 11 illegal immigrants, resulting in deaths of 7-year-old, grandmother, and 2 others
Lubbock's Most Wanted Fugitive Gang Members for February
Law enforcement seeks public's help in locating these 10 wanted individuals
Business
Lal Williams Construction Recognized as One of Lubbock's Top-Rated Kitchen Remodeling
Lal Williams Construction has established itself as a leading Lubbock kitchen remodeling company.

H-E-B Ranked #1 Grocery Store in America, But Amarillo Still Doesn't Have One
The Texas-based chain topped the list, but Amarillo residents continue to wait for an H-E-B location.
Mission Homes Celebrates 50 Years of Serving Lubbock, TX Community
Lubbock-based construction firm known for transparent pricing and community involvement
Sports
Texas Tech Rises to No. 13 in AP Top 25 After Beating No. 1 Arizona
Red Raiders junior forward JT Toppin named Big 12 Player of the Week after dominant performance.

Texas Tech Soccer Announces 2026 Big 12 Schedule
Red Raiders look to build on third straight NCAA Tournament appearance
Texas Tech Climbs to No. 13 in Latest AP Poll
Red Raiders move up after wins over Colorado and then-No. 1 Arizona.
Politics
Lubbock Commissioner P2 GOP Primary Candidate Outlines Platforms
Kevin Pounds shares his policy positions ahead of the 2026 Lubbock County primary elections.

Lubbock County Clerk GOP Candidate Rebeca Gonzales Outlines Platforms
Gonzales is running in the 2026 Texas primary election for Lubbock County Clerk.
Matt Smith Campaigns for District 19 Republican Nomination
Smith promises to bring "biblical wisdom, accountability and strong West Texas values" to Congress