State News

Ballet Folklórico de México is coming to Lubbock’s Buddy Holly Hall on March 16, 2027. Tickets go on sale Friday, August 7, offering West Texas a rare chance to experience world-class Mexican cultural dance traditions live.

Texas Tech Women's Soccer returns for the 2026 season following a 14-win campaign. The Red Raiders kick off action in Lubbock on August 6 before traveling to Hawai'i, heading into a high-stakes year aiming for a Big 12 title.

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller isn't just asking Governor Abbott to change course — he's asking him to give the money back first.

A Lubbock motorcyclist faces felony charges after crashing while fleeing police. The incident highlights critical Texas traffic stop protocols every driver must follow, from pulling over safely to handling suspected fake officers.

Back-to-school shopping is here, and South Plains Mall in Lubbock is helping families save. Enjoy two packed weekends featuring style shows, shoe drives, and Texas's Tax-Free Weekend from August 7-9.

An Abilene man was sentenced to 50 years in federal prison after a mother discovered he filmed and emailed himself an explicit video of her 14-year-old daughter while babysitting. Tattoo evidence led to his conviction.

Lubbock is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its Junior Ambassador Program, a cultural exchange sending local middle schoolers to Musashino City, Japan. A public ceremony and reception will take place at Citizens Tower on July 31.

Texas DPS troopers recovered a 60-year-old Cesium-137 radioactive source buried in Midland County. Detected during a patrol, the hazardous nuclear material was safely excavated with HAZMAT support, posing no threat to the public.

The Texas Tech Lady Raiders will head to Disney World this November for the 2026 WBCA Showcase. Tech faces North Carolina, Purdue, and USF at ESPN's Wide World of Sports Complex from Nov. 19-22. Single and multi-day tickets are on sale now.

The Joe Trevino Band is performing a free live concert in Lubbock this Thursday at the Buddy Holly Center's Meadows Courtyard. Enjoy live country music from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Arrive early, as seating is first-come, first-served!

The United Family and BODYARMOR are partnering from July 27 through October 4 to support Boys & Girls Clubs in West Texas. BODYARMOR will donate $1 for every six-pack sold at participating United stores to fund youth programs.

Odessa residents turned on their taps last weekend and got something unexpected — brown water with a smell that raised some serious eyebrows.