First responders clocking in for the holidays
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Rather than riding a sleigh, first responders are getting into their units to serve their communities. Dozens of first responders across the Hub City are spending Christmas Day on duty. As their families celebrate Christmas at home, they are responding to an influx of emergency calls.
Another record breaking high Tuesday; Warm Christmas Eve too
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Lubbock saw record breaking temperatures once again today. A high of 84° was reached at 3:19 p.m. breaking the previous record of 80° set for todays date back in 1955. Christmas Eve morning could bring locally dense fog, particularly across the South Plains, as...
Lubbock’s Jimenez Y Friends: Barbecue Inspired By Family Tradition
Barbecue isn't just about food for Michael Jimenez; it's a heartfelt homage to his family's roots and dreams. Let's savor his story together.
HEARD Coalition hosts MLK Day event for Lubbock students
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of December 23, 2025. LUBBOCK, Texas— The HEARD Coalition, in collaboration with community sponsors, is hosting a special community event in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, according to a press release. This event will take place on January 19 from...
KLBK’s Pet of the Day is Charles! (12/23/25)
KLBK's Pet of Day segments air Monday through Thursday during our noon newscast.
Did You Know Lubbock is Growing Faster Than Austin? Here’s How
Lubbock's 2025 population hit 272,100, a massive 20,000 increase since 2020. The Hub City's 1.5% growth rate outpaces Austin's. Learn what the average Texas Tech city resident looks like, from age to income.
From Record Heat to Arctic Cold
LUBBOCK, TX (KLBK) – KLBK Chief Meteorologist Jacob Riley has your Wednesday night weather update for December 24, 2025. Tonight: Patchy dense fog. Low of 45°. Winds SW 8-12 MPH.Tomorrow: Partly cloudy. Breezy. Record heat. High of 82°. Winds SW→W 15-20 MPH. TONIGHT: Another warmer than average night is in store for...
Motorcycle club brings Christmas gifts to Lubbock nonprofit
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Relentless Few motorcycle club traded sleighs for Harleys on Wednesday, delivering Christmas gifts to Open Door in Lubbock. Club members arrived with engines roaring and bags full of gifts to spread Christmas cheer at the local nonprofit. Open Door works to cultivate community and...
Record heat expected Christmas Day
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Afternoon highs for Christmas Eve topped out at 76° staying shy of the 81° record for today’s date. Morning lows were in the 40s on Wednesday, above average again, but still chilly with the fog. Lubbock could tie or break its all-time warmest...
Semi truck driver facing charges after crashing into Lubbock County deputies
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A semi-truck driver accused of crashing into two Lubbock County deputies back in September is now in jail facing criminal charges. Gregory Vaught, 57, is charged with two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Illinois police arrested the freight hauler on Thanksgiving and...

















