Tuesday, May 8 2012 5:13 PM EDT2012-05-08 21:13:28 GMT
Severe weather has once again caused major damage to homes and property around Lubbock. Thankfully, no one was injured when a major hail storm pounded parts of south Lubbock County two Sundays ago. But
KCBD has invested in the people and technology to give you the best severe weather warnings. You can count on the fact that we'll be on the air when any kind of weather is threatening lives.
Tuesday, May 1 2012 6:05 PM EDT2012-05-01 22:05:28 GMT
Early voting is underway for local City and School Board elections. There are big differences in some of the candidates and that makes the stakes high for you and me. The good news is it is you and me
Early voting is underway for local City and School Board elections. There are big differences in some of the candidates and that makes the stakes high for you and me.
Tuesday, April 24 2012 5:06 PM EDT2012-04-24 21:06:45 GMT
If you're a parent like I am, you look for those priceless teachable moments that can help shape the values and morals of your kids. Sometimes they are few and far between and not always easy to identify.
On May 5th, over 2,000 local kids will be setting up lemonade stands across the city. But this is much more than a lemonade stand.
Tuesday, April 3 2012 2:18 PM EDT2012-04-03 18:18:03 GMT
Last Thursday the Lubbock City Council approved language to take away the mandatory customer refunds from LP&L because once again the bureaucrats know how to spend our money better than us.
Tuesday, March 27 2012 6:47 PM EDT2012-03-27 22:47:17 GMT
This Sunday, every Lubbock citizen will be put on stage-two watering restrictions. That means severe limitations on lawn watering and a complete ban on things like driveway car washes.
Wednesday, February 29 2012 12:58 AM EST2012-02-29 05:58:04 GMT
Last year I strongly advocated for school uniforms in public schools. So obviously it was welcome news to hear a handful of Lubbock ISD middle schools are now considering it.
Tuesday, February 14 2012 4:07 PM EST2012-02-14 21:07:25 GMT
I was glad to see the FBI investigation into a former health care provider and some former elected officials is finally over. No criminal wrongdoing, case closed. And that outcome makes me question why the City has spent millions on related lawsuits.
Wednesday, February 1 2012 9:04 PM EST2012-02-02 02:04:03 GMT
I hope before they shut down neighborhood swimming pools the city will find ways to manage their own watering practices and follow the rules they are forcing on all of us.
Tuesday, January 24 2012 6:44 PM EST2012-01-24 23:44:08 GMT
Every nine seconds in the U.S., a women is assaulted or beaten. Domestic abuse is the #1 cause of injury to women, and those women often let the abuse carry over to their children.
Tuesday, January 17 2012 5:21 PM EST2012-01-17 22:21:30 GMT
So far I have aimed most of my criticism at Tech administration for how the whole Mike Leach firing went down, not really taking issue with a father defending his son, rightly or wrongly. But now, Craig James just became all of our business because he wants to be a U.S. Senator from Texas.
Tuesday, January 3 2012 5:44 PM EST2012-01-03 22:44:43 GMT
Whether your goal is to lose weight, quit smoking, or work harder at something specific, most of us at least think about New Year's resolutions. The problem is most of us don't keep them for very long.
Wednesday, December 21 2011 10:50 AM EST2011-12-21 15:50:01 GMT
The last of the remaining U.S. troops in Iraq are coming home, many of them returning right here to West Texas. And while some may disagree with the politics behind the decision to end that war, we should all be united on one front…supporting and welcoming home our heroes.
Wednesday, December 14 2011 9:43 AM EST2011-12-14 14:43:28 GMT
One of the things I consistently hear in the community is that news is mostly negative. By definition, that is true. While our news department works very hard to bring you important stories that you need know, I also believe we have an obligation to seek out those positive stories.
Wednesday, December 7 2011 7:09 PM EST2011-12-08 00:09:46 GMT
I was appalled when I heard news of the married couple that are under investigation for bilking the Lubbock School District out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Tuesday, October 25 2011 6:11 PM EDT2011-10-25 22:11:51 GMT
Sometimes, doing the right thing means looking past the letter of the law and applying a little common sense. That's exactly what a Lubbock Grand Jury did last week when they decided not to indict a man accused of shooting at police.
Tuesday, October 11 2011 6:13 PM EDT2011-10-11 22:13:53 GMT
Perry's lead in the Republican nomination for president has dwindled in recent weeks. And it seems he'll need more than a Texas accent and conservative agenda to save him.
Tuesday, October 4 2011 6:28 PM EDT2011-10-04 22:28:47 GMT
Like it or not Texas Tech fans have gained a notorious reputation as overbearing and obnoxious over the years. And much of that reputation has come after an A&M weekend.
Tuesday, September 27 2011 5:07 PM EDT2011-09-27 21:07:35 GMT
Eventually, the City Council will decide on the rate increase. I would encourage you to track your councilperson's vote on this one, and, come election day, let them know how you feel about that vote.
Wednesday, September 21 2011 2:28 PM EDT2011-09-21 18:28:27 GMT
The people that agree with me about outrageous city fees are the folks that have to pay them. The people that disagree with me are the folks that are imposing them. Predictable.
Tuesday, September 13 2011 6:00 PM EDT2011-09-13 22:00:49 GMT
I'm beginning to think the controversy over Citibus routes and Health Department cuts were just a smoke screen for what our City Council did last week.
Wednesday, August 31 2011 9:34 AM EDT2011-08-31 13:34:11 GMT
In case you haven't heard, city leaders have once again increased the fees on your utility bills. Starting October 1st, we'll be paying more for water, sewer, garbage, and storm water.
Tuesday, August 23 2011 6:43 PM EDT2011-08-23 22:43:34 GMT
I must say I am pretty disappointed in our City Manager. As a citizen who pays her salary, I expect a City Manager to be a little more responsive and much less dismissive.
Tuesday, August 16 2011 6:09 PM EDT2011-08-16 22:09:05 GMT
I'd challenge you all to add one item to your back-to-school list this week. Put a note somewhere in your car that reminds you to slow down and put your cell phone down in school zones.
Tuesday, July 19 2011 6:06 PM EDT2011-07-19 22:06:29 GMT
It's easy to criticize government for the smallest things, but this one takes the cake. I turned on the news last night to see the City Health Department shutting down a food line for the homeless.
Tuesday, July 19 2011 6:03 PM EDT2011-07-19 22:03:52 GMT
Every time an officer puts on the uniform, they are, in a sense, going to war. Their daily beat is their battlefield and they, much like our soldiers, take risks every day that most of us will never have to take.
Tuesday, June 28 2011 6:22 PM EDT2011-06-28 22:22:12 GMT
Although it sounds cliché, education really is the way to a better future. Couple that with the fact that it costs more than ever to get that education, and you've got a major dilemma.
Tuesday, June 21 2011 9:36 PM EDT2011-06-22 02:36:07 GMT
This year's us open golf championship was dominated by Rory McIlroy. He set lots of records with his brilliant performance and judgment. I wish the same could be said for NBC. NBC opened the US Open coverage with a patriotic salute featuring children reciting the pledge of allegiance.
Tuesday, June 14 2011 5:05 PM EDT2011-06-14 21:05:38 GMT
Lubbock County Commissioners made the right call banning fireworks. The threat to lives and property from wildfires far outweighs the need to celebrate with fireworks this year.
Tuesday, May 31 2011 6:21 PM EDT2011-05-31 22:21:00 GMT
This weekend is the 28th year of the Children's Miracle Network celebration. In that time, Karin, Abner and the whole crew at KCBD have helped raise more than $13 million.
Friday, May 13 2011 2:19 PM EDT2011-05-13 18:19:07 GMT
As the world continues to learn details about the death of Osama bin Laden, it's important we remember what led to Sunday's historical announcement by the president.
Tuesday, May 10 2011 5:41 PM EDT2011-05-10 21:41:48 GMT
Wildfires have destroyed two million acres of property in 252 counties across the state, and the governor's partisan campaign against everything Washington hasn't done Texas any favors.
Tuesday, April 19 2011 5:19 PM EDT2011-04-19 21:19:48 GMT
Looking at a shortage of money from the state — possibly as much as $20 million — the Lubbock ISD board of trustees really had no choice but to close three schools and relocate students.
Tuesday, March 29 2011 7:20 PM EDT2011-03-30 00:20:35 GMT
I would like to commend those members of the Lubbock Power & Light board and the Lubbock City Council who voted not to raise electric rates come April 1st.
Tuesday, February 15 2011 10:30 PM EST2011-02-16 03:30:52 GMT
An overwhelming response to last week's Consider This...Pay your taxes. Read what some viewers had to say about tax issues that effect our city officials.
Wednesday, February 9 2011 12:09 AM EST2011-02-09 05:09:54 GMT
The Lubbock City Council is in charge of overseeing and managing your hard earned tax dollars. Yet they hadn't even paid their taxes? Consider This...pay your taxes.
Wednesday, February 2 2011 12:31 AM EST2011-02-02 05:31:16 GMT
A spike in gas prices this week is starting to confirm predictions that we are headed for prices like we saw the summer of 2009. Blame it on the weather this time, a holiday next time, a natural disaster, whatever the event, we all know the bottom line is simple supply and demand. America doesn't supply enough oil to meet the demand of Americans.
Tuesday, January 11 2011 10:19 PM EST2011-01-12 03:19:12 GMT
Hello, I'm Rod Baltzer, President of Waste Control Specialists. I'd like to thank Dan Jackson for allowing me tell you a little more about our low-level radioactive waste disposal site in Andrews County.
Tuesday, January 4 2011 11:44 PM EST2011-01-05 04:44:00 GMT
Last month I mentioned I was frustrated with the impending decision to allow a majority of the nation to store their radioactive waste here in West Texas.
Tuesday, December 28 2010 10:48 PM EST2010-12-29 03:48:51 GMT
Drink. Drive. Go to jail. That's the simple but effective message that the Texas department of transportation has for all Texans. And it's one that we should not ignore.
Tuesday, October 19 2010 12:27 AM EDT2010-10-19 05:27:46 GMT
NewsChannel 11 General Manager Dan Jackson gives his thoughts on how City Hall wanting $3 million from LP&L for street lights is not about LP&L having money to spread around.
Most successful people had more than just good parents. They had mentors. Teachers, coaches, a neighbor, a boss someone that took and interest and lead by example.
Tuesday, April 17 2012 6:44 PM EDT2012-04-17 22:44:11 GMT
A certain City Council member wrote me a letter disagreeing with my commentary last week about his recent vote on LP&L rebates. So consider this ... I'm turning my time over to him this week.
NewsChannel 11 General Manager Dan Jackson gives his thoughts on how City Hall wanting $3 million from LP&L for street lights is not about LP&L having money to spread around.
NewsChannel 11 General Manager Dan Jackson's take on Mexican President Felipe Calderon blasting Arizona's controversial new immigration law to Congress.
NewsChannel 11 General Manager Dan Jackson explains why he feels a Hockley County deputy's punishment does not fit the crime he's accused of committing.
NewsChannel 11 General Manager Dan Jackson offers a suggestion as Lubbock starts to review its charter - the basic blueprint of Lubbock's municipal government.
Christmas brings a special spirit that can hardly be duplicated any other time of the year. And sadly, it's the uniqueness of Christmas that also makes a few folks uncomfortable.
NewsChannel 11 General Manager Dan Jackson shares his thoughts on Texas Tech's polarizing decision to hire former US Attorney General Alberto Gonzales.
Lubbock has a huge opportunity to turn the economic lemons of other states into lemonade here on the South Plains. NewsChannel 11 General Manager Dan Jackson explains what he means.
NewsChannel 11 General Manager Dan Jackson explains why he agrees with the Texas A.G. that GM is putting Texas car dealerships and their employees at risk.
NewsChannel 11 General Manager Dan Jackson explains what you need to do before Friday to keep getting NewsChannel 11 and how it's going to be a good thing.
Could the tea parties happening in Lubbock and across the nation Wednesday be just the beginning? NewsChannel 11 General Manager Dan Jackson share his thoughts.
Lubbock residents did what they were told. So NewsChannel 11 General Manager Dan Jackson wants to know, why the major surprise of a huge increase in our water bills?
Members of our armed services perform extraordinary acts of selflessness every day, and that's why KCBD NewsChannel 11 and Yates Flooring Center are asking you to help us honor our Hometown Heroes.
Members of our armed services perform extraordinary acts of selflessness every day, and that's why KCBD NewsChannel 11 and Yates Flooring Center are asking you to help us honor our Hometown Heroes.
NewsChannel 11 will share our views on a specific topic that impacts the South Plains community during regular segments on Consider This. We also want your feedback.
B.U.S.T. - Buckle Up & Stop Texting. That's the message that NewsChannel 11 and Sports Director Pete Christy are challenging high school students with all over the South Plains. The area wide public safety campaign challenges high school students is to promise buckle up and to stop texting while driving.
If you want Pete to challenge your school, you can contact him at the station (806) 744-1414.
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