Lubbock, TX

Texas State

LUBBOCK, Texas (News Release) -Texas Tech’s Kevin Bazzell and Gage Harrelson were named to the 2023 Collegiate Baseball Freshmen All-American team, powered by Diamond Sports, the organization announced on Wednesday. The duo represents the continued success under head coach Tim Tadlock as the Red Raiders have had a Freshman...

Bazzell, Harrelson named freshman All-Americans

South Plains, TX

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The South Plains Kidney Foundation is hosting its 2023 Splash Fest on Saturday. The event will be at the Texas Tech leisure pool from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on June 10. The organization is hoping to promote kidney awareness. Music, games and raffle will be...

Noon Notebook: South Plains Kidney Foundation’s 2023 Splash Fest

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Lubbock Power and Light is warning customers to be wary of anyone trying to sign them up for an electric plan right now. Lubbock residents may be used to solar companies knocking on their door, but as soon as Lubbock opens up to electric competition, there will be even more door-to-door sales pitches.

‘Not yet:’ City of Lubbock warning of premature electric provider sales pitches

Wolfforth, TX

WOLFFORTH, Texas (KCBD) - The City of Wolfforth has updated its Drought Contingency Plan following its water agreement with the City of Lubbock. As of June 1, Wolfforth began purchasing its water from Lubbock and changed its drought plan to closely reflect Lubbock’s plan. The City of Wolfforth is now in stage 1 of its new plan.

City of Wolfforth updates drought plan following water agreement with Lubbock

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Lubbock Mustang Club is hosting its 41st Car Roundup Car Show this Saturday. The event is free to the public and will be hosted at the Wayland Baptist University Lubbock Campus from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 10. All cars are welcome to...

Noon Notebook: Lubbock Mustang Club 41st Car Roundup 2023 Car Show

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Texas Tech researchers are studying how fireworks could impact human health through our drinking water. Andrew Jackson, the interim chair of civil, environmental and construction engineering, said Tech is leading the $2.5 million study. He said the goal is to learn if perchlorate, which is found in fireworks, is running off into bodies of water.

TTU studying fireworks impact on drinking water

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A wave of early morning showers and thunderstorms clears out, though some lighter sprinkles could remain through the morning. A secondary wave of thunderstorms is expected in the afternoon, moving mostly through our northern counties, though some could extend to our central area. Highs this afternoon...

Scattered thunderstorms and showers through Wednesday

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The heavy rainfall across the South Plains has left standing water all around the area. Thousands of mosquitos have flocked to this stagnate water. Steven Boston with the City of Lubbock Vector Control Department explained what is being done to keep the mosquito population down. “The...

City of Lubbock working to supress mosquito population

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Rain chances will be limited Thursday night but will increase slightly on Friday. The greatest chance of isolated storms will be in the eastern South Plains with a possibility of a few severe storms with hail and high winds. Heavy rain will continue in the forecast...

Limited rain chances with warmer temps ahead

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A Lubbock veteran wants her fellow female veterans to be better recognized for their service. Sarah Weede is trying to show them the honor they deserve - one photo at a time. “They signed the check that was blank, payable to the amount of their lives....

‘Women serve too:’ Lubbock veteran honoring fellow servicewomen with photo tribute

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Meet PJ, KCBD’s Pet of the Day with Lubbock Animal Shelter! He is a one-year-old shepherd/pit mix who’s been at the shelter for about seven months. He is a big boy who thinks he is a small dog. He does very well on a leash and is easy-going and sweet. He is also very gentle when it comes to taking treats out of your hand. PJ is up to date on all his shots, is fixed and microchipped. He can be adopted for free today at the Lubbock Animal Shelter.

KCBD’s Pet of the Day: Meet PJ

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Lubbock Power & Light is warning consumers about a possible rise in scam calls during the summer months. Customers typically use at least twice the amount of electricity and water during the summer; this rise in consumption often leads to a rise in scam callers attempting to take advantage of Lubbock consumers, according to Matt Rose with LP&L.

LP&L warns against rise in scam calls

LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - Investigators with the Metropolitan Special Crimes Unit are asking for the public’s help in a 1982 missing person’s case, following the identification of remains found in Hale County determined to be that of Debra Mackey. Mackey, who was 20 at the time of...

Lubbock police asking for public’s help in 1982 missing persons case

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - On Daybreak Today,. LP&L is warning customers not to sign up with new electric providers before competition opens up later this year. Right now, there are not many providers authorized or able to sign Lubbock residents up for service plans whether they say so or not.

Thursday morning top stories: LP&L warns not to sign with electric providers just yet

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - As the Texas South Plains Honor Flight evaluates the 2023 flight and prepares for next year, that may include more mental health resources thanks to a collaboration with Covenant Health Partners. “Part of the reason that I’m here is just to observe the Honor Flight itself,...

Covenant Health Partners evaluates mental health opportunities on South Plains Honor Flight

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - On Daybreak Today,. Dozens of veterans are back home after taking part in the South Plains Honor Flight. They spent three days in Washington, D.C. visiting the memorials built in their honor. District 6 community meeting. Lubbock City Councilwoman Latrelle Joy is hosting a meeting tonight...

Tuesday morning top stories: Honor flight veterans return home

LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - Investigators with the Lubbock Police Department’s Major Crash Unit are scheduled to conduct two mapping operations on Friday, June 9th. The first operation is set to begin at 8:15 a.m. in the 1800 block of Parkway Drive in connection to case 23-16601.The westbound lanes of Parkway Drive will be closed, and traffic will be diverted at Zenith Avenue.

LPD to conduct mapping operations Friday morning

LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - - Lubbock Fire Rescue has been made aware of an array of scam calls portraying to be from Lubbock Fire Rescue and requesting donations from the public for new equipment. To assist the citizens of Lubbock, Texas, we would remind you of the following:. Lubbock...

LFR warns of scam calls asking for donations

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Multiple agencies were involved in a vehicle pursuit across several different counties on Thursday afternoon. A suspect is now in custody with serious injuries after being struck by gunfire. Lubbock Police officers responded to a report of a theft at 2:16 p.m. June 8 at a...

LPD: Man shot after ramming police units

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - One person is seriously injured after a vehicle fire on East Loop 289 early Wednesday morning. Motorists should drive with caution near Southeast Drive and the East Loop. It’s unclear how long it could take first responders to clear the scene. The cause of the fire...

1 seriously injured after vehicle fire

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Every year in this country, there are more than 4,000 unintentional drownings, mostly in young children up to age 14. That’s according to the CDC. Here at home, UMC Children’s Hospital is sponsoring a water safety event this weekend to help prevent that kind of tragedy. The 3rd Annual Water Safety Event provides free admission to the popular water park Water Rampage Saturday evening, June 10th. It will offer a combined focus on fun and education. There will be CPR training, first responder truck tours, life jacket fittings and great giveaways... not to mention free life jackets while supplies last.

Free evening at Water Rampage for safety event on Saturday

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Women Veteran’s Day Banquet will be hosted this Saturday, providing a space for women veterans to connect with each other. Tammy Lowrey, commander of the Women Veterans of America, Chapter 53, says it’s way to celebrate local veterans and is a good chance to meet people with similar experiences and get connected to resources in our area.

Women Veteran’s Day Banquet to be hosted this Saturday

Albuquerque, NM

LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - On June 8, 2023, OSHA’s area offices in El Paso and Lubbock, Texas, and the Albuquerque Mexican Consulate entered into a two-year alliance to provide Spanish-speaking workers in West Texas with information, guidance and access to workers’ rights resources. The alliance provides workplace...

US Department of Labor, Mexican Consulate in Albuquerque alliance seeks to protect safety, health of West Texas’ workers

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Leftover overnight showers clear up in the west, leaving a clear, sunny, and warm morning prime for popcorn showers in the afternoon. Highs today in the upper 70s and low 80s. Clouds begin to populate the sky toward the end of the morning thanks to daytime...

Rainy Pattern Dries Up for the Weekend

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Two people are hospitalized after a car fire on East Loop 289 early Wednesday morning. Just before 6 a.m., officers were called to the 6000 block of Southeast Drive for a vehicle fire. Police say two people were taken to UMC for their injuries. Motorists should...

Two hospitalized after car fire early Wednesday morning

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - One person was hospitalized after a car fire on East Loop 289 early Wednesday morning. Just before 6 a.m., officers were called to the access road in the 6200 block of Southeast Loop 289 for reports of a crash. Upon arrival, emergency crews found an SUV on fire.

Police identify person injured in car fire early Wednesday morning

Ransom Canyon, TX

New Deal, TX

Idalou, TX

Shallowater, TX

Slaton, TX

New Home, TX

Abernathy, TX

Smyer, TX

Wilson, TX

Lorenzo, TX

Ropesville, TX

Southland, TX

Anton, TX

Petersburg, TX

Meadow, TX

Ralls, TX

Tahoka, TX

Whitharral, TX

Cotton Center, TX

NewsBreak

Multiple sources: Grant McCasland will be named new Head Coach for TTU Men’s Basketball

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Multiple sources have confirmed to KCBD that North Texas men’s head basketball...

Multiple sources: Grant McCasland will be named new Head Coach for TTU Men’s Basketball

Comments / 0