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Dad Sues Bus Company for Severe Burns on His Daughter's Leg

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Texas Tech's Historic Season Ends at the Orange Bowl

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Hibachi Restaurant Faces Lawsuit Over Wage and Tip Theft

12/24/2025 - 16:01 , by live
City of Lubbock Accepting Applications for Several Vacancies

12/23/2025 - 15:38 , by ryanchadwick
Texas Tech's Christian Anderson Named Oscar Robertson National Player of the Week

12/23/2025 - 15:30 , by ryanchadwick

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Jayton Goes Back-to-Back; Downs Richland Springs

Bode Ham rushed for 430 yards and a state final-record 10 touchdowns to lead the No. 1-ranked Jayton Jaybirds to a 99-54 win over No. 3 Richland Springs on Wednesday in the Class 1A Division II state championship at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

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Robert Miner Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Murder

10/09/2024 - 12:14 , by live

LUBBOCK, TX — In the midst of the COVID-19 lockdown on May 11, 2020, 34-year-old Robert "Dozer" Miner was arrested and charged with the murder of 28-year-old Cody Moreno. Miner shot Moreno to death in what police described as the culmination of a personal feud.

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Inside Lubbock’s Steamy “Sex Castle”

10/02/2024 - 18:16 , by live

IDALOU, TX — In a cotton field off U.S. 62 just east of Idalou is a $1 million home that looks like a castle that has become a hotspot for couples interested in partner-swapping. However, That Pineapple Club describes its offerings more subtly, promoting “Seductive Lifestyle Experiences.”

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Texas Tech Lady Raiders' Stephanie Okechukwu

No. 21 Lady Raiders Sign 7'1" Center, Stephanie Okechukwu

The No. 21 Texas Tech Lady Raiders added a new presence to their roster this week with the arrival of 7-foot-1 center Stephanie Okechukwu, believed to be the tallest women’s college basketball player in the sport’s history.

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No. 1 Graded Portal Player to Visit Texas Tech

Just a day after Texas Tech was shut out by Oregon in the College Football Playoffs, Red Raider fans might have something to take some of the sting out of the loss.

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Dad Sues Bus Company named Durham School Services for Severe Burns on His Daughter's Leg

Dad Sues Bus Company for Severe Burns on His Daughter's Leg

LUBBOCK, TX — A Lubbock father has filed a lawsuit against Durham School Services, L.P., alleging negligence after his young daughter suffered severe burns from hot radiator fluid during a school field trip. The case, initially filed in state court, has been removed to federal court by the defendant, citing diversity of citizenship and damages exceeding $75,000.

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Texas Tech Red Raiders at the Orange Bowl

Texas Tech's Historic Season Ends at the Orange Bowl

Missed opportunities and turnovers saw the No. 4 Texas Tech Red Raiders' historic season come to an end in the Orange Bowl on Thursday, Jan. 1.

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Hibachi Restaurant Faces Lawsuit Over Wage and Tip Theft

LUBBOCK, TX — Behind the flaming hibachi grills and acrobatic chefs at one of Lubbock's go-to spots for Japanese cuisine, a group of servers claims the real showstopper was a pattern of wage theft and tip skimming that left them shortchanged.

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City of Lubbock Accepting Applications for Several Vacancies

The City of Lubbock is accepting applications for several vacancies on its boards and commissions, offering residents an opportunity to participate in shaping city policy and community initiatives.

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Texas Tech's Christian Anderson in action against Arizona

Texas Tech's Christian Anderson Named Oscar Robertson National Player of the Week

Texas Tech sophomore guard Christian Anderson has been named one of five Oscar Robertson National Players of the Week by the U.S. Basketball Writers Association following his standout performance in the Red Raiders’ upset win over then-No. 3 Duke at Madison Square Garden.

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Jayton Goes Back-to-Back; Downs Richland Springs

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Lubbock Animal Services Urges Pet Vaccinations

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The intersection of 34th St and Indiana Ave

City of Lubbock Announces Lane Closures for Sewer Repairs

From Thursday, Dec. 11, through Friday, Dec. 12, the City of Lubbock Water Utilities will close the two inside northbound lanes of Indiana Avenue between 35th Street and 34th Street to complete emergency sewer line repairs.

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Texas Tech's Rodriguez Named Bronko Nagurski Trophy Award Winner

Texas Tech senior linebacker Jacob Rodriguez added another major accolade to his historic season Monday night, becoming the first Red Raider ever to win the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, awarded annually to the nation’s most outstanding defensive player by the Football Writers Association of America and the Charlotte Touchdown Club.

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