October 19, 1983, remains the single rainiest day in Lubbock history, dumping 5.4 inches of rain in 24 hours. The storm drove the month to a record-breaking 10.8 inches, solidifying October 1983 as Lubbock's wettest month on record.
A military volunteer group just got cut loose from Texas Tech, leaving active-duty personnel scrambling just days before a planned football game appearance.
Lubbock Police Department data reveals assault and vehicle break-ins as the city's most frequent crimes. LPD encourages residents to track local crime maps, secure valuables, and park in well-lit areas to prevent vehicle theft.
After months without rain, Central Texas braces for heavy downpours this week. Emergency teams are ready after learning hard lessons from earlier rescues.
Working in a restaurant isn't easy. A Texas sushi restaurant has been ordered to pay more than $81,000 to workers after a federal investigation found illegal tip-sharing and overtime violations. The case is a reminder that those tips sitting on your restaurant table are legally protected wages for the employees who earned them.
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Have you noticed more people around you coughing and sneezing lately? Texas health officials are seeing some signs of increasing flu activity as fall gets underway, while other respiratory viruses are also circulating around the state. The latest Texas Department of State Health Services report shows flu test positivity increased slightly, with two public-health regions reporting increased activit
You don't have to be a hardcore hiker to enjoy Texas' natural beauty. Here are 10 scenic hikes you may have never heard of, plus why getting outside can be good for us.
Lubbock currently operates 103 Flock Safety cameras to track vehicle theft and serious crimes. While data is shared with state law enforcement, Flock maintains that no facial recognition is used and personal data is never sold.