Lubbock man tried to run after he was accused of molesting child, court records...
Note: The above video shows the top headlines from the morning of September 18, 2025. LUBBOCK, Texas — Gerardo Alejandro Mata, 34, was arrested on Wednesday and accused of Indecency with a Child with Sexual Contact, according to court documents obtained on Thursday. Court records said police responded to a home on...
Gov. Abbott announces more than $1.4 million in grants to veteran service orgs in...
AUSTIN, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Funds for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants totaling more than $1.4 million were awarded to seven organizations in the Panhandle as part of the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) Grants Across Texas Tour. Administered by TVC, the funding will...
Locals Reveal Lubbock’s Most Dangerous Areas
Think you know Lubbock? These high-crime areas may surprise you. See where arrests happen most often in the Hub City.
Man caught in Lubbock SWAT callout gets prison for smoke shop robbery
LUBBOCK, Texas — David Valdez Jr., 32, pleaded guilty on Thursday morning to Aggravated Robbery and was sentenced to 25 years in custody with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. All other charges were dismissed. Valdez was previously sentenced to eight years in federal prison. This sentence will run...
Known Crips gang member Kendrick ‘Skrilla’ Taylor added to 10 most wanted list
LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has added Kendrick Kevon Taylor – a known Crips gang member who was out on parole – to the Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitives List after the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old male in Lubbock last month. Texas Crime Stoppers is now offering a cash...
Natalia Salazar: a voice for heritage and community
Note: The above video shows the top headlines from the morning of September 17, 2025. LUBBOCK, Texas — For Natalia Salazar, community is not just where you live, it is who you are. Her story is rooted in the Hispanic values and families who helped shape Lubbock through service, hard work, and creating community. Her...
Community fundraiser supporting Lubbock deputies recovering from crash
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Two Lubbock County deputies are recovering at home after a crash earlier this month, and now people near and far are finding ways to support them. Deputies Andrew Cavasos and Jorge Martinez were involved in an accident on the southbound I-27 98th Street overpass while assisting a stranded...
Lubbock restaurant to host event to remember Furr’s Cafeteria
Escondido Grill is hosting an event on September 21 to remember Furr's Cafeteria, featuring some of the most popular menu selections from the beloved restaurant.
‘You have to be patient’: Taqueria Juarez brings Mexican flavors to Lubbock’s food scene
Note: The above video shows the top headlines from the morning of September 16, 2025. LUBBOCK, Texas–Twenty-year-old Lubbock resident Abraham Botello was introduced to the culinary world at a young age and quickly discovered his passion for cooking. “I worked in restaurants basically my whole life, since I was 15, on...
Lubbock Police Department sees juvenile alcohol offenses climb up
LUBBOCK, Texas — LPD had 42 juvenile alcohol charges made so far in 2025, which was already more than 2024 and 2023 in each of their respective years. Lieutenant Brady Cross with LPD explained the importance of understanding the seriousness of the offense. “Whether it’s family member or friend...

















