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  • Monday, May 20 2013 12:01 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:01:27 GMT
    From American Red Cross North Texas Region:The Red Cross Safe and Well secure website is a way to let your loved ones know you are safe. To register, visit www.redcross.org and click on the "List Yourself
    People in the affected areas can list themselves as "safe and well" on the site. Friends and family outside the disaster area can then search for messages from their loved ones by using a pre-disaster phone number or complete address.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 11:50 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:50:04 GMT
    On Monday, May 20th, Monterey High School students, teachers, community members and emergency crews will participate in the "Shattered Dreams" program."Shattered Dreams" is an educational program for high
    On Monday, May 20th, Monterey High School students, teachers, community members and emergency crews will participate in the "Shattered Dreams" program.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 11:44 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:44:45 GMT
    BREAKING: Texas Tech has hired former Tech player Candace Whitaker as the new Lady Raider Head Coach. Whitaker is a Canyon, Texas native who played point guard for two years under Marsha Sharp. She has
    Texas Tech has hired former Tech player Candace Whitaker as the new Lady Raider Head Coach.
  • Sunday, May 19 2013 9:40 PM EDT2013-05-20 01:40:15 GMT
    Family, friends and many others who wanted to pay their respects attended Hailey Dunn's memorial this afternoon at the Colorado City Middle School. The service was held in the same gym where Hailey played
    Family, friends and others who were touched by her life attended Hailey Dunn's memorial Sunday afternoon at the Colorado City Middle School. The service was held in the same gym where Hailey played basketball and volleyball games.
  • Sunday, May 19 2013 6:25 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:25:36 GMT
    Provided by Texas Roadhouse LOUISVILLE, Ky. (April 19, 2013) To support the environment and encourage guests to stay abreast of efforts to conserve plastic, for a week in May, several Texas Roadhouse
    To support the environment and encourage guests to stay abreast of efforts to conserve plastic, for a week in May, several Texas Roadhouse locations will cut loose its straps and unhook tradition by "Going Strawless!"
  • Sunday, May 19 2013 11:03 AM EDT2013-05-19 15:03:45 GMT
    Two people were taken to Covenant Hospital around 11 p.m. Saturday night after a white van rolled over in the 400 block of Avenue Q. Both people had moderate injuries. Police are still investigating
    Two people were taken to Covenant Hospital around 11 p.m. Saturday night after a white van rolled over in the 400 block of Avenue Q.
  • Saturday, May 18 2013 9:55 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:55:00 GMT
    Four regional fire departments are on the scene of a house fire at 9400 E CR 7000. Ransom Canyon, Slaton, Buffalo Springs, and Roosevelt Fire Departments were called to the scene of the fire on Saturday
    A DPS trooper had to call for help on Saturday afternoon when he walked outside and found his patrol car, and another vehicle, on fire in the driveway. The fire spread to the house at 9400 E CR 7000.
  • Saturday, May 18 2013 3:46 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:46:42 GMT
    This year the Hale County Crime Stoppers will be adding a splash of color to their 5K run to hopefully raise more money for their reward program.Last year 62 people called in tips to the Hale County Crime
    This year the Hale County Crime Stoppers will be adding a splash of color to their 5K run to hopefully raise more money for their reward program.
  • Saturday, May 18 2013 1:47 PM EDT2013-05-18 17:47:11 GMT
    After near record breaking Friday heat, hot weather will continue this weekend. Today's high temperatures will range from the mid 90's to lower 100's. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports
    This is just the first day of what will likely be a hot summer filled with outdoor activities, here are a few tips on how to keep you and your family safe during hot weather.
  • Saturday, May 18 2013 12:18 AM EDT2013-05-18 04:18:13 GMT
    All week we've been focusing on suicide prevention, what to say and how to get help for people at risk. On Friday, Karin sat down with Beth Glass, a representative from NAMI, which stands for the National
    On Friday, Karin sat down with Beth Glass, a representative from NAMI, which stands for the National Alliance of Mental Illness, and Annette Gary from STARCARE, formerly known as MHMR.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 11:32 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:32:52 GMT
    As thousands of Texas Tech graduates prepare to say goodbye to Lubbock, local businesses are saying hello to an economic boom. With families and visitors flooding the Hub City to watch their grads walk
    As thousands of Texas Tech graduates prepare to say goodbye to Lubbock, local businesses are saying hello to an economic boom.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 7:41 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:41:48 GMT
    Provided by Texas Tech University Texas Tech University announced today (May 17) it will maintain current tuition and mandatory fees for the 2013-14 academic year, marking the first time since 2008 tuition
    Red Raiders and their parents can breathe a sigh of relief. The Texas Tech Board of Regents voted unanimously Friday to keep their current tuition and fees.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 5:53 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:53:58 GMT
    So far Lubbock has hit the 100 degree mark this afternoon which is still shy of the record 101 but that could change. The evening will be very warm with light winds and fair skies. Some showers may
    So far Lubbock has hit the 100 degree mark this afternoon - still shy of the record 101 but that could change.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 4:48 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:48:38 GMT
    The City of Tahoka has issued a warning about a high level of nitrates in their water. If you're pregnant or have a child under the age of six months, you should drink an alternative water supply. Boiling
    If you're pregnant or have a child under the age of six months, you should drink an alternative water supply.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 4:34 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:34:25 GMT
    Police are reporting a 2-vehicle accident on the S.E. Loop and King Ave. Around 2 p.m. Friday, an SUV exited the S. Loop and attempted to cross over the median area early. A Ford Explorer was traveling
    Police are reporting a 2-vehicle accident on the S.E. Loop and King Ave.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 1:44 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:44:02 GMT
    Thousands of Texas Tech students will receive their diplomas this weekend. The College of Arts and Sciences and the Wind Energy Program will hold commencement at 3 p.m. Friday. Graduate school ceremonies
    The College of Arts and Sciences and the Wind Energy Program will hold commencement at 3 p.m. Friday. Graduate school ceremonies begin Friday at 7 p.m. and the rest of the schools will hold commencement ceremonies on Saturday.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 12:46 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:46:36 GMT
    Provided by the American Red Cross The American Red Cross continues to care and comfort residents in two open shelters, and is assessing damage and plans for the days and weeks ahead. Following is an
    The American Red Cross continues to care and comfort residents in two open shelters, and is assessing damage and plans for the days and weeks ahead. Following is an update on relief efforts as of 10 a.m. CST...
  • Friday, May 17 2013 10:58 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:58:25 GMT
    Three popular restaurants make the short list this week. Chuy's at 4805 S. Loop 289 had 9 critical violations. * Ground beef and shredded chicken were not at least 135 degrees. * The water at the hand
    Three popular restaurants make the short list this week.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 7:00 AM EDT2013-05-17 11:00:28 GMT
    Typically you'd think you're electric bill is all about the amount of electricity you consume. Not true in the case of LP&L. LP&L bills are more of a pass through for city fees and water than a bill for
    Once again I am calling on the mayor of Lubbock to follow-through on his campaign promise to "stop hidden taxes" on your LP&L bill.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 2:28 AM EDT2013-05-17 06:28:28 GMT
    By now you've all seen the latest on the deadly tornados that hit in North Texas. Pictures of the aftermath prove just how fast this kind of weather can destroy homes and lives. One Granbury official
    This city spends millions on projects that will have no effect on most tax payers. Lubbock would need about 150 sirens at a total cost of about $4 million. I say that would be money well spent.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 2:05 AM EDT2013-05-17 06:05:56 GMT
    Experts say it's not a matter of if a deadly tornado will hit the Hub City again, but when. KCBD set out to fact check everything we've been told to in an emergency and what we found, may surprise you.
    Experts say it's not a matter of if a deadly tornado will hit the Hub City again, but when. KCBD set out to fact check common advice about what to do in an emergency and found that some of what we've been told just isn't true.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 12:31 AM EDT2013-05-17 04:31:51 GMT
    A national survey referenced by the CDC indicates that up to one in five children in the U.S. suffers from a mental disorder. The survey says that teen boys are more likely to die by suicide, but girls
    78% of adolescent suicides are triggered by bullying. Contact Lubbock has prepared a series of videos to educate parents and students about the pressures kids face.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 10:22 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:22:25 GMT
    Two men arrested during a dramatic drug bust last month were indicted by a federal grand jury on Wednesday. Ethan Oliver Wynne-Wade and Michael Paul Gallanter were arrested on April 17. Lubbock police
    Two men arrested during a dramatic drug bust last month were indicted by a federal grand jury on Wednesday.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 10:05 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:05:33 GMT
    Minister John Knox was at the Granbury Church of Christ, attending Wednesday night services, when the storm blew in. Once he heard the magnitude and destruction of the tornadoes, he knew immediately he
    Minister John Knox was at the Granbury Church of Christ, attending Wednesday night services, when the storm blew in.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 6:54 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:54:16 GMT
    Lubbock knows first hand the damage a major tornado can do to a city. It was 43 years ago on May 11 when a major tornado swept through downtown but after last night's destruction is Granbury are we prepared
    Lubbock knows first hand the damage a major tornado can do to a city. It was 43 years ago on May 11 when an F5 tornado swept through downtown. But after seeing last night's destruction in Granbury, citizens are asking, are we prepared to handle another one?
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 5:55 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:55:12 GMT
    AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) encourages residents to report suspicious behaviors that might indicate criminal or terrorist activity to the department's iWATCH website at www.iwatchtx.org.
    The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) encourages residents to report suspicious behaviors that might indicate criminal or terrorist activity to the department's iWATCH website...
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 4:07 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:07:31 GMT
    Donnie Wright, 53, of Lubbock, Texas, was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge Sam R. Cummings to 37 months in federal prison and ordered to pay $385,356 in restitution following his guilty plea in February
    Donnie Wright, 53, of Lubbock, Texas, was sentenced today to 37 months in federal prison and ordered to pay $385,356 in restitution following his guilty plea for bank embezzlement by a bank employee.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 1:43 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:43:06 GMT
    Lubbock Parks and Recreation is holding a job fair Thursday for part-time summer positions. They are looking to hire positions such as summer camp counselors, lifeguards and pool laborers. You can apply
    Lubbock Parks and Recreation is holding a job fair Thursday for part-time summer positions.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 12:44 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:44:11 GMT
    From Office of the Governor Rick Perry:Gov. Rick Perry today released the following statement regarding yesterday's storms in North Texas: "I'm deeply saddened by the deaths caused by yesterday's horrific
    Governor Perry released his statement on the North Texas tornado damage Thursday.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 12:35 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:35:56 GMT
    Kaplan College is inviting graduating high school seniors to come learn about college life on Thursday. They are holding two senior night events at their building at 9th and Avenue M. Participants will
    Kaplan College is inviting graduating high school seniors to come learn about college life on Thursday.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 12:02 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:02:58 GMT
    From Lubbock Police Department:In recognition of National Missing Children's Day, the Lubbock Police Department will host a community event Saturday, May 25th at the South Plains Mall. The event will be
    In recognition of National Missing Children's Day, the Lubbock Police Department will host a community event Saturday, May 25th at the South Plains Mall.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 11:49 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:49:39 GMT
    On Wednesday, Karin sat down with Tricia Vowels of Community Health Services and Taia Jones-Castillo, a QPR Instructor, to talk about what you should say, and what you should not say, to someone contemplating
    On Wednesday, Karin sat down with Tricia Vowels of Community Health Services and Taia Jones-Castillo, a QPR Instructor, to talk about what you should say, and what you should not say, to someone contemplating suicide.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 11:02 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:02:12 GMT
    A youth pastor will appear in Lubbock federal court today for a detention hearing. 25-year-old Trevor Fortner is charged with enticement of a minor. Police say he sent inappropriate pictures and text messages
    A Levelland youth pastor will be allowed to bond out of jail on multiple conditions set by a judge Wednesday morning.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:58 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:58:06 GMT
    Although not a native of Lubbock, Louise Cummins has touched the lives of many in the Hub City. "When we moved to Lubbock, volunteering seemed to be a good way to get involved in the community," said
    Although not a native of Lubbock, Louise Cummins has touched the lives of many in the Hub City.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 10:20 PM EDT2013-05-16 02:20:05 GMT
    Hundreds of local bicyclists will be gathering in central Lubbock Wednesday. They will meet at the Texas Tech Federal Credit Union for the West Texas Cycling Association's 10-mile bike ride called "The
    If you were out and about in Lubbock on Wednesday evening, you might have noticed more than 100 bicyclists out on the roads.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:35 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:35:15 GMT
    We have a crew on the scene of an accident underneath the overpass on Interstate 27 and the North Loop. The cab of a semi truck is up underneath the overpass and is leaking oil. It was carrying a load
    The cab of a semi truck was stuck underneath the overpass on Interstate 27 and the North Loop on Wednesday evening.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:36 PM EDT2013-05-15 23:36:34 GMT
    From Texas Tech University:When it comes to cleaning up the next massive crude oil spill, one of the best and most eco-friendly solutions for the job may be low-grade cotton from West Texas. Seshadri Ramkumar,
    When it comes to cleaning up the next massive crude oil spill, one of the best and most eco-friendly solutions for the job may be low-grade cotton from West Texas.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:55 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:55:12 GMT
    A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for portions of the South Plains until midnight.  The watch does NOT include Lubbock at the moment. The watch includes Garza, Kent, Dickens, Motley, Cottle and
    A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for portions of the South Plains until midnight and includes Garza, Kent, Dickens, Motley, Cottle and King Counties. Cities affected include Post, Lake Alan Henry, Jayton, Spur, Dickens, Matador, Roaring Springs, Paducah and Guthrie.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:48 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:48:12 GMT
    A former emergency responder in the deadly West, TX fertilizer plant explosion will face court Wednesday. Bryce Reed was arrested last Friday and charges with possession of materials to make a pipe bomb.
    A former emergency responder in the deadly West, TX fertilizer plant explosion will face court Wednesday.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:22 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:22:37 GMT
    First responders are on the scene of a fire at the Wolfforth Durham Transportation Services at 84th and Alcove. We have reports that one person has sustained injuries. KCBD has a crew headed to the scene
    One man was taken to the hospital after a fire broke out at the Wolfforth Durham Transportation Services at 84th and Alcove Wednesday.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:14 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:14:29 GMT
    Provided by Xcel Energy AMARILLO, Texas – Today Xcel Energy filed a proposal with the Public Utility Commission of Texas to increase its fuel cost factors to reflect higher prices for fuel – especially
    Today Xcel Energy filed a proposal with the Public Utility Commission of Texas to increase its fuel cost factors to reflect higher prices for fuel – especially natural gas – which, if approved, will result in higher fuel charges on Texas retail customer bills beginning June 1.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:10 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:10:26 GMT
    If you play the Powerball jackpot, you might have a chance to win big tonight. The lottery has gone weeks without a winner and has now grown to an estimated $360 million. This makes it the third largest
    The lottery has gone weeks without a winner and has now grown to an estimated $360 million. This makes it the third largest Powerball jackpot and the 7th largest jackpot in history.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:23 PM EDT2013-05-15 16:23:12 GMT
    The Lubbock VA outpatient clinic will host a 2K walk Wednesday to support homeless veterans.Participants are asked to donate an item for a homeless vet, such as blankets, sheets or canned or boxed food.
    The Lubbock VA outpatient clinic will host a 2K walk Wednesday to support homeless veterans.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:04 PM EDT2013-05-15 16:04:52 GMT
    On Monday, Dr. Tom McGovern joined us from the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center Department of Psychiatry to explain the growing concern over suicide and depression. Although the focus has primarily been
    On Monday, Dr. Tom McGovern joined us from the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center Department of Psychiatry to explain the growing concern over suicide and depression.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:38 AM EDT2013-05-15 15:38:01 GMT
    Three years ago, on Mother's Day weekend, Sharon Kohout lost her daughter to suicide. Now she teaches a class called QPR, a mental-health equivalent to CPR, emergency intervention for people considering
    Sharon sat down with KCBD's Karin McCay on Tuesday and debunked some common myths about depression and suicide.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:52 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:52:34 GMT
    Jessica Traylor, 17, was already facing a $1 million lawsuit in connection with the wreck that killed 47-year-old Liandro Garcia on April 29. Now Liandro's widow, Alicia Garcia, has filed a $15 million
    Liandro Garcia's widow, Alicia Garcia, has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Traylor and against the owners of the apartment complex where she allegedly consumed alcohol.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:25 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:25:45 GMT
    The National Transportation Safety Board is taking a bold step towards eliminating alcohol-impaired driving crashes by proposing the current blood alcohol content level of .08 be lowered to .05. "We could
    The National Transportation Safety Board is taking a bold step towards eliminating alcohol-impaired driving crashes by proposing the current blood alcohol content level of .08 be lowered to .05.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:51 PM EDT2013-05-15 01:51:50 GMT
    After almost a year of hearing public input, with thousands of ideas thrown on the table, Imagine Lubbock has announced a rough plan for the future of the city. Tuesday evening, members of the community
    After almost a year of hearing public input, with thousands of ideas thrown on the table, Imagine Lubbock has announced a rough plan for the future of the city.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:33 PM EDT2013-05-15 01:33:09 GMT
    The beginning of the Texas Tech football season is four months away and anticipation is high for another big season, but it's the second home game that has caused unexpected problems. "We talked to a
    Texas Tech is making preparations for a rare Thursday night home game, to be played against TCU on Sept 12.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:59 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:59:25 GMT
    Three City of Lubbock workers accused of stealing from the city were indicted on Tuesday. Ramauldo Guerrero, Jesus Flores, and Juan Sanchez were all charged with first degree felony theft between $100,000
    Three City of Lubbock workers accused of stealing from the city were indicted on Tuesday.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:13 PM EDT2013-05-14 23:13:26 GMT
    Police reported two kids were hit by a pickup truck around 7:30 Monday night. The children were chasing a ball into the street when the truck hit them. Both were treated for minor injuries. Police say
    Police reported two kids were hit by a pickup truck around 7:30 Monday night.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:44 PM EDT2013-05-14 20:44:43 GMT
    Mikey Kenney was honored on the All-Big 12 postseason teams for the third time in her career Tuesday as the senior was named to the conference second team in a vote by the league coaches. Kenney wrapped
    Mikey Kenney was honored on the All-Big 12 postseason teams for the third time in her career Tuesday as the senior was named to the conference second team in a vote by the league coaches.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:28 PM EDT2013-05-14 20:28:33 GMT
    From South Plains College:South Plains College and Lubbock Sports are teaming up to host the 2013 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) National Golf Championships, scheduled to take place
    South Plains College and Lubbock Sports are teaming up to host the 2013 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) National Golf Championships.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:27 PM EDT2013-05-14 20:27:02 GMT
    Mallory Koschany was 3-for-3 with four runs driven in and Katera Eltsosie continued her reign against No.23 Friends University (Kan.), as No.2 Lubbock Christian University moved into the championship game
    Mallory Koschany was 3-for-3 with four runs driven in and Katera Eltsosie continued her reign against No. 23 Friends University.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:06 PM EDT2013-05-14 20:06:46 GMT
    First responders are on the scene of a fatal accident at 19th and Quaker Avenue. At least three vehicles are involved, including a motorcycle. One person was pronounced dead on the scene. At least two
    A teenager is behind bars following a deadly accident in north Lubbock.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 3:53 PM EDT2013-05-14 19:53:53 GMT
    A man has been critically injured while working on a tractor at 9th Street and Buddy Holly around 9 a.m. Tuesday. He suffered some kind of head injury and was taken to UMC. We'll continue to update this
    A man has been critically injured while working on a tractor at 9th Street and Buddy Holly around 9 a.m. Tuesday.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 2:31 PM EDT2013-05-14 18:31:51 GMT
    Currently, Lubbock County has more than 600 children in the foster care system.  However, because of the lack of available certified foster homes, many of those children are having to be relocated to other
    Currently, Lubbock County has more than 600 children in the foster care system. However, because of the lack of available certified foster homes, many of those children are having to be relocated to other counties, where foster homes are available.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:54 AM EDT2013-05-14 15:54:28 GMT
    The Lubbock Fire Department responded to a small warehouse fire located at 505 Avenue G Tuesday morning.At around 10:15 a.m., LFD received a call of black smoke coming from the warehouse which stored tires.
    The Lubbock Fire Department responded to a fire at a warehouse located at 505 Avenue G Tuesday morning.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 11:04 PM EDT2013-05-14 03:04:41 GMT
    The Omni building in downtown Lubbock is not just an eyesore; the area is now so dangerous that the intersection of 14th Street and Avenue K has been shut down for nearly a week. Unfortunately, this is
    The Omni building in downtown Lubbock is not just an eyesore; the area is now so dangerous that the intersection of 14th Street and Avenue K has been shut down for nearly a week.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 9:48 PM EDT2013-05-14 01:48:13 GMT
    Pay It Forward starts out this week along Quaker Avenue between 34th and 50th Street.  We set up with our Pay It Forward sign searching for this week's playmaker. It only took moments for a vehicle to
    Angelica has chosen Paula Cabrera as this week's recipient of $300.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 9:36 PM EDT2013-05-14 01:36:54 GMT
    A Lubbock teen charged with intoxication manslaughter for an April 29th car accident is now being sued for more than $1 million dollars.Jessica Traylor, 17, was arrested after police say she was driving
    A Lubbock teen charged with intoxication manslaughter for an April 29 car accident is now being sued for more than $1 million dollars.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 8:40 PM EDT2013-05-14 00:40:00 GMT
    A 7th-grade boy brought an unloaded BB gun to school on Monday, according to Levelland ISD Superintendent Kelly Baggett. We're waiting on an official statement from Levelland ISD. Copyright 2013 KCBD.
    A 7th-grade boy brought an unloaded BB gun to school on Monday, according to Levelland ISD Superintendent Kelly Baggett.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 7:17 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:17:55 GMT
    So how does LP&L check your meter, and how do they know they're charging you the right amount? "We have 19 meter readers here in Lubbock that read water and electric. We read about 182,000 a month combined,"
    So how does LP&L check your meter, and how do they know they're charging you the right amount?
  • Monday, May 13 2013 7:01 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:01:02 GMT
    Residents in Crosby County went to the polls this weekend and voted to lift their ban on alcohol. It passed with 474 in favor and 215 against. Once it goes into effect, alcohol sales will be allowed in
    Residents in Crosby County went to the polls this weekend and voted to lift their ban on alcohol. It passed with 474 in favor and 215 against. Once it goes into effect, alcohol sales will be allowed in restaurants and stores in Lorenzo, Ralls, Crosbyton and the surrounding areas.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 6:05 PM EDT2013-05-13 22:05:06 GMT
    This summer, a local business is helping you keep your car clean, and save lives. Racer Classic Car Wash has teamed up with the Covenant Foundation to benefit Covenant Children's Hospital. Starting this
    This summer, a local business is helping you keep your car clean, and save lives.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 4:52 PM EDT2013-05-13 20:52:30 GMT
    From City of Lubbock:On Thursday, May 16, the intersection of 114th Street and Slide Road will be converted to an All-Way Stop. Message signs alerting the roadway users of the upcoming change were installed
    On Thursday, May 16, the intersection of 114th Street and Slide Road will be converted to an All-Way Stop.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 4:35 PM EDT2013-05-13 20:35:19 GMT
    Construction will begin on I-27 overpasses in Lubbock County next week. Roadwork will effect areas near overpasses inside the city limits from 82nd to Regis St. all the way to Abernathy.Construction should
    Construction will begin on I-27 overpasses in Lubbock County next week.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 4:11 PM EDT2013-05-13 20:11:58 GMT
    Monday, golfers came out for the Lubbock Amputee Support Group's 5th Annual Golf Tournament. The volunteer group works with people who have lost limbs due to accidents or health problems. Joe Reez, the
    Monday, golfers came out for the Lubbock Amputee Support Group's 5th Annual Golf Tournament.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 11:05 AM EDT2013-05-13 15:05:34 GMT
    Provided by Texas DPS ABILENE – One person was killed and one injured in a one vehicle All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) crash on Sunday evening in Scurry County. This crash occurred at 7:59 p.m. on Mountain
    One person was killed and one injured in a one vehicle All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) crash on Sunday evening in Scurry County.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 10:18 AM EDT2013-05-13 14:18:02 GMT
    Provided by Cathy Landtroop LUBBOCK – Some people consider themselves entitled and live a life of mediocrity. Others overcome great obstacles, take significant risk, and change the world. Dr. Ben Carson
    Challenged by dire poverty, poor grades, a horrible temper and low self-esteem, Carson persevered and went on to become a world-renowned pediatric neurosurgeon, successfully separating numerous conjoined twins in highly publicized cases spanning the globe.
  • Sunday, May 12 2013 9:52 PM EDT2013-05-13 01:52:56 GMT
    The humane society of West Texas has taken in 20 cats after a resident in Lubbock County was found to have more than they could take care of. "We were called in by another agency to try to get rid of
    The Humane Society of West Texas has taken in twenty cats after a resident in Lubbock County was found to have more than they could take care of.
  • Sunday, May 12 2013 7:51 PM EDT2013-05-12 23:51:31 GMT
    A group of Lubbock families started their Mother's Day by playing in the mud. Some ran, while others crawled through six different mud pits, jumped over walls and maneuvered their way through a maze in
    A group of Lubbock families started their Mother's Day by playing in the mud.
  • Sunday, May 12 2013 1:45 PM EDT2013-05-12 17:45:18 GMT
    Back on May 9, 2005, NewsChannel 11 asked you to send us your stories of survival from the 1970 tornado. Here are the e-mails that we received from our viewers: "KCBD wants stories of the 1970 tornado.
    Back on May 9, 2005, NewsChannel 11 asked you to send us your stories of survival from the 1970 tornado. Here are the e-mails that we received from our viewers...
  • Saturday, May 11 2013 10:20 PM EDT2013-05-12 02:20:25 GMT
    It's been 43 years since an F5 tornado devastated the Hub City. On May 11th, 1970 a tornado ripped through Lubbock and killed 26 people. Two hundred and fifty-five people were seriously injured and more
    It's been 43 years since an F5 tornado devastated the Hub City. On May 11th, 1970 a tornado ripped through Lubbock and killed 26 people.
  • Saturday, May 11 2013 10:04 PM EDT2013-05-12 02:04:14 GMT
    Provided by Texas Tech University Kristy Curry has resigned as Coach of the Lady Raiders to take the head basketball job at Alabama. Curry, who was under contract until 2016, guided Tech to the NCAA
    Kristy Curry has resigned as Coach of the Lady Raiders to take the head basketball job at Alabama.
  • Saturday, May 11 2013 9:45 PM EDT2013-05-12 01:45:36 GMT
    Crosby County residents can no longer say they live in a dry county. Voters went to the polls Saturday to decide if alcohol sales would be allowed both in stores and at restaurants, and the voters passed
    Crosby County residents can no longer say they live in a dry county.
  • Saturday, May 11 2013 8:29 PM EDT2013-05-12 00:29:39 GMT
    Friday 4A Boys Shot Put Adam Hood/Frenship 3rd 1A Division 1 Girls Discus Throw McKenzi Hockenberry/New Deal 1st Girls High Jump Jordan Menton/New Deal 1st Boys High Jump Dearius Poindexter/Hale
    Area winners from Friday's UIL State Track Meet.
  • Saturday, May 11 2013 7:32 PM EDT2013-05-11 23:32:31 GMT
    We've got a crew on the scene of a three-vehicle accident at 109th and Quaker. Four people have been transported by ambulance, one with critical injuries. Early reports say one of them may be a child. Quaker
    We've got a crew on the scene of a three-vehicle accident at 109th and Quaker.
  • Saturday, May 11 2013 6:46 PM EDT2013-05-11 22:46:24 GMT
    As the days continue to get warmer and the hottest months are right around the corner, many Lubbock residents will be turning up their air conditioners. It's common to see electric bills go up during
    "I had a councilmember say, ‘Well Mayor, you lost that one.'" That bothers me more than anything because the truth is…and I turned around and said, ‘No, the citizens lost this one.'"
  • Saturday, May 11 2013 5:58 PM EDT2013-05-11 21:58:18 GMT
    Police say the Prosperity Bank at 114 University was robbed at gunpoint around noon on Saturday. Police are searching for a Hispanic or white male around 5'7", wearing black or dark gray running pants
    Police say the Prosperity Bank at 114 University was robbed at gunpoint around 11:30 a.m. on Saturday.
  • Saturday, May 11 2013 1:06 PM EDT2013-05-11 17:06:20 GMT
    It took until 3:11 a.m. Saturday morning, but #2 Sundown beat Winters 9-8 in 10 innings to advance to regionals. The teams were playing a one-game area round playoff game close to Austin because Sundown
    It took until 3:11 a.m. Saturday morning, but #2 Sundown beat Winters 9-8 in 10 innings to advance to regionals.
  • An Amarillo truck driver who suffered severe burns in a fiery West Texas crash in March that killed five teens in another car has died.
    An Amarillo truck driver who suffered severe burns in a fiery West Texas crash in March that killed five teens in another car has died.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 8:51 PM EDT2013-05-11 00:51:21 GMT
    I want to pause from the politics and pressures of the day and talk about something far more important: mothers. It seems a little out of whack that sometimes we are too busy trying to be successful to
    As we enter Mothers Day weekend and gather to celebrate with mom, take time to reflect on all she did and still does that affects your life everyday.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 8:42 PM EDT2013-05-11 00:42:02 GMT
    A youth minister at Fifth Street Baptist Church in Levelland is in federal custody for attempted enticement of a minor. Trevor Jacob Fortner, 25, was arrested on Wednesday and appeared before a federal
    A youth minister at Fifth Street Baptist Church in Levelland is in federal custody for attempted enticement of a minor.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 8:29 PM EDT2013-05-11 00:29:01 GMT
    We've got a crew on the scene of a 6-vehicle accident in eastbound main lanes of South Loop 289 between Slide & Quaker. Lubbock Traffic Management is encouraging everyone to seek alternate routes. We'll
    Traffic is flowing again after a 6-vehicle accident in the eastbound main lanes of South Loop 289 between Slide & Quaker.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 7:39 PM EDT2013-05-10 23:39:07 GMT
    They take an oath to serve and protect, but one Lubbock police officer took it a step further over the weekend with quick actions that helped save a life. Police officer David Harrison has only been with
    A Lubbock police officer's quick actions helped save a life over the weekend after a shooting at the Royal Palace club.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 6:54 PM EDT2013-05-10 22:54:50 GMT
    You can look forward to a few more showers through the night tonight. The chances of rain decreasing to slight chance by tomorrow.Saturday brings warmer temperatures and a 20% chance of rain while Sunday
    Chances of rain will decrease through the weekend while temperatures will warm up slightly.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 6:50 PM EDT2013-05-10 22:50:11 GMT
    Dave Freriks served in the United States Army for 3 years as a specialist. He joined just after the Korean War in 1959 when he was 18 years old. However, rather than being honored for his service in
    Rather than being honored for his service in the Army, Freriks is being honored for his 32 years of volunteer service at the Salvation Army of Lubbock.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 6:04 PM EDT2013-05-10 22:04:17 GMT
    Two were killed and two injured in a 2-vehicle accident Thursday night in Lamb County. Police say around 9 p.m. Rigoberto Diaz Gonzales, 55, was driving a truck and pulling a utility trailer east on US
    Two were killed and two injured in a 2-vehicle accident Thursday night in Lamb County.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-05-10 21:40:33 GMT
    When emergencies strike, as they did this week when a chemical leak was discovered at Bayer Crop Science in North Lubbock, local agencies are using different mediums to get the message out. The Lubbock
    During the chemical leak, LFD took to Facebook to keep the public informed and spread the word about evacuations and road closures.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-05-10 20:33:05 GMT
    Around 4 p.m. Thursday, Lubbock fire chief Robert Loveless held a press conference and stated that residents who had evacuated the area due to the leak were able to return to their homes. He also announced
    The City of Lubbock says as of 6 p.m. Thursday, AirGas has removed all of the liquid in the leaking container at 103 Erskine. Also, the pressure that remained in the leaking tank has been reduced to the point where the leak has stopped.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 4:16 PM EDT2013-05-10 20:16:10 GMT
    From Relay for Life Due to the nice rain that we desperately needed, our field is a large mud pit. We will now be having a condensed version of Relay tonight. We will be inside the turf room where silent
    Due to the nice rain that we desperately needed, our field is a large mud pit. We will now be having a condensed version of Relay tonight.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 2:35 PM EDT2013-05-10 18:35:58 GMT
    On Thursday, the Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees approved eight vendors for a lunch initiative called the "Carry-In" program. Vendors had to meet school nutritional guidelines to qualify to sell food at
    On Thursday, the Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees approved eight vendors for a lunch initiative called the "Carry-In" program.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 2:02 PM EDT2013-05-10 18:02:55 GMT
    From the Office of Senator John Cornyn:U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) issued the following statement after the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) apologized for targeting conservative groups during the 2012
    Senator John Cornyn addresses the IRS' apology to conservative groups for targeting them during the 2012 election.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 1:47 PM EDT2013-05-10 17:47:02 GMT
    Two Destination ImagiNation (DI) teams from Waters Elementary will compete in the DI Global Finals in Knoxville, Tennessee, May 22-25.The Global Finals represent the highest level of competition in Destination
    Two Destination ImagiNation (DI) teams from Waters Elementary will compete in the DI Global Finals in Knoxville, Tennessee, May 22-25.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 12:33 PM EDT2013-05-10 16:33:32 GMT
    From United Spirit Arena:Rascal Flatts, one of the top selling touring acts in country music today having sold over seven million concert tickets in the last 10 years, will embark on a brand new tour this
    Tickets for Lubbock's October 4th show are priced $65, $55, and $35 (plus applicable service charges) and are scheduled to go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. Friday, May 10.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 12:04 PM EDT2013-05-10 16:04:39 GMT
    From Social Security Administration:Jacob and Sophia are repeat champions as America's most popular baby names for 2012. This is the fourteenth year in a row Jacob tops the list for boys and the second
    Jacob and Sophia are repeat champions as America's most popular baby names for 2012. This is the fourteenth year in a row Jacob tops the list for boys and the second year for Sophia.