Lubbock TX

LUBBOCK, Texas (KWTX) - On February 3, 1959, a plane crash would claim the lives of three rising rock and roll stars in the music group, The Crickets. Lubbock, Texas native, Buddy Holly, along with Ritchie Valens and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson, took off after a show in Iowa, headed to their next tour stop.

The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of February 4, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas — The Skyview Restaurant of Texas Tech University announced their spring semester dinner menu starting on Wednesday, February 11 through April 22. The series offers guests a one-of-a-kind pop-up dining experience created...

Wayland Baptist University names alumna Elexia Ruiz head coach as competitive dance returns in Fall 2026.

The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of February 4, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas–In January, Jerry Hinojosa was taken to the hospital by his family due to symptoms of an illness. Doctors conducted tests and determined that he had strep throat. However, after receiving treatment, his condition...

Ransom Canyon is urging residents to exercise caution and not handle any birds exhibiting symptoms of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, and to contact the City of Lubbock's Health Department for assistance.

"Our goal is to double that amount this year!" Locals stunned after giving away hundreds of pounds of fruit for free: 'So awesome' first appeared on The Cool Down .

The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of February 3, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas — The Lubbock Metropolitan Special Crimes Unit announced Wednesday morning the unit is currently on scene in the 5700 block of 50th street. LPD said they are conducting a death investigation. This is a developing story...

Picture this: a quiet day in Mackenzie Park suddenly sparking wild theories and conversations about an unusual find. Let’s talk about it.

Another business has closed their doors but it's possible they could reopen sometime in the future. It was announced just a few days ago, but the closing still shocked many that were fans of El Mitote in Lubbock. El Mitote Mexican Bar & Grill Closes In Lubbock. El Mitote first...

Lubbock, TX — Real Deal Cares (RDC) is proud to announce Stacks of Love, a heart-centered community endeavor in partnership with IHOP, bringing families together over pancakes while supporting youth and community programming. Stacks of Love builds on the successful collaboration between RDC and IHOP following the...