Lockdown lifted after threat reported at Monterey High School
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of September 4, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas — The Lubbock Independent School District confirmed that Monterey High School was put on Lockdown protocol Friday afternoon. The lockdown protocol was quickly lifted after policed responded to the situation. LISD is askin
Death investigation underway near South Lubbock
A death investigation is underway near the 4400 block of 82nd Street in Lubbock, Texas, after authorities discovered a deceased individual on Friday morning.
Man arrested for felony assault; Lubbock woman left with brain bleed
Deshonn McDaniel was arrested on September 3 in Lubbock, Texas, and charged with aggravated assault after allegedly causing a victim to suffer a brain bleed during an assault on August 25.
UMC could lose over $100M in federal funding after Medicaid cuts
University Medical Center said recent cuts to Medicaid programs could cost them up to $107 million annually.
Loop 88 construction continues as work on Phase 3C begins
LUBBOCK, TX (NEWS RELEASE) - Next week, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is scheduled to continue work to transform FM 1585 into Lubbock’s second major state loop, Loop 88. Williams Brothers Construction Co, Inc., of Houston, Tx, is scheduled to begin construction along the Phase 3C Loop 88 project limits
Ruidoso Downs moving Triple Crown races to Texas in 2027
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - On Thursday, the owners of the Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino announced that the Triple Crown races and other operations will be moving to Grand Prairie, Texas, in 2027. According to a news release, Johnny and Jana Trotter have agreed on a framework with Global...
What Salary Do I Need To Afford a House in Lubbock in 2026?
The cost of living has grown to historic levels since the pandemic, as home prices and the cost of everyday goods have far outpaced wages. A large portion of this increase has come from housing. The national median sale price hit a record in 2022 and has continued to set new monthly highs nearly every month since, pric
South Plains producers turn to new technology to sustain ranching legacy
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Farmers and ranchers met at the National Ranching Heritage Center for the Ranching Technology Summit on Wednesday. Jim Bret Campbell, executive director of the Heritage Center, said the industry needs new innovation. “We focus here at the Ranching Heritage Center on the heritage of ranching. And
BBQ, boutiques, Lowe’s among 29 Lubbock business shifts in August
August saw a boom of business openings and closings, along with new restaurants and upcoming announcements. From a place for hard-to-find treats to the closures of two decades-old Mexican restaurant s in Lubbock, here's what happened in August 2026. In 2023, August saw 30 business announcements reported by the A-J. Aug
Fast tracking success: Texas looking to create 3-year degree programs
As Texas works toward establishing three-year degree programs at its public universities, some students like Kendra Burton have successfully accelerated their education through dual credits and online coursework.
