Child, dog found in ‘hazardous’ Slaton home with squatters
Two women were charged with child endangerment, cruelty to non-livestock animals and trespassing after a special needs child was found lying in hazardous conditions in a Slaton home occupied by squatters.
Meet El Muerto, The Ghostly Rider Of South Texas
As the leaves turn and Halloween nears, a haunting tale from Texas brings chills that rival any ghost story. Picture a headless rider... that’s just the beginning.
Caprock Chronicles: West Texas, Panhandle train depots shaped local identity
Editor’s Note: Jack Becker, Librarian Emeritus, TTU Libraries, is the editor of Caprock Chronicles. He can be reached at [email protected] . Melissa Miers, today’s contributor is an Associate Professor of Fine Arts Appreciation at Frank Phillips College. She lives in Borger, Texas. At 7:45 a.m. on Nov. 10, 2017,...
36th annual Fall Festival at Children’s Home of Lubbock
LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - The Children’s Home of Lubbock invites the community to its 36th annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the Children’s Home campus located at 4404 Idalou Road. This free, family-friendly event has become a beloved tradition...
Lubbockites share their story to celebrate Hispanic Heritage
Three individuals shared their backgrounds and explained how their Hispanic culture influenced their lives and careers, highlighting the importance of family, education, and service.
Cha-Ching! A Look at Lubbock’s Million-Dollar Lotto Winners
From a spontaneous ticket purchase to life-changing wins, Lubbock's lottery stories highlight the unexpected twists of fate.
Massive dog at Texas shelter had ‘rough start’ but has ‘heart as big as...
Not all lap dogs are actually lap sized, and one pup in Texas can prove it — hopefully, to a family of her own. Nova, a young dog known as a “gentle giant” around the South Plains Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) in Lubbock, is ready to find a permanent home after surviving a troubled...
LEARN in Lubbock remains open despite federal shutdown
Note: The above video shows the top headlines from the morning of October 2, 2025 LUBBOCK, Texas –While many federally funded programs across the country are facing closures and uncertainty due to the recent government shutdown, LEARN INC, a local agency in Lubbock says it “barely made the cut” to stay open....
Airbnb speaks on safety protocols after shooting incident in Lubbock
Airbnb has issued a statement condemning the recent shooting at an Airbnb in Southwest Lubbock, reminding people of the safety of renting an Airbnb and stating that the guest who booked the reservation is no longer able to use the platform.
West Texas Superstitions Reveal Hidden Local Beliefs
In the heart of West Texas, everyday rituals tell tales of luck and caution that many might just brush off.















