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Greg Abbott Compares Hamas Attacks to Texas Border Crossings at Sheriffs’ Conference
The governor’s comments followed a screening of raw October 7 footage for Texas lawmen. In a speech Tuesday to attendees at the Sheriffs’ Association of Texas’ 146th annual training conference and expo in Fort Worth, Governor Greg Abbott compared attacks on Israel by Hamas—the militant group that killed around 1,200 Israelis on October 7—to crime and immigration in Texas.
Texas Veterans Land Board wants public to attend burial of USMC veteran with no next-of-kin
ABILENE, Texas — A Marine Corps veteran with no known next-of-kin has died and the Texas Veterans Land Board wants to make sure he is not laid to rest alone in the Big Country. Bob Gilbert Wood was born Oct. 2, 1941. He served as a USMC Private First...
Disaster declared: 5.1-magnitude earthquake shakes West Texas, damage reported
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Scurry County Judge Dan Hicks has declared a disaster and is requesting assistance from the state after one of the strongest earthquakes in Texas history caused damage across the area Friday morning. According to the USGS, a 5.1-magnitude quake occurred east of Snyder, northeast of Hermleigh....
TTUHSC School of Pharmacy Wins Award
The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy has been honored with the 2024 Lawrence C. Weaver Transformative Community Service Award from the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP). The school received the award at the AACP annual meeting on Sunday, July 21.
Local nonprofit focused on equine-assisted therapy seeks volunteers
LUBBOCK, Texas (PRESS RELEASE) - Refuge Services, a Christian nonprofit organization specializing in equine-assisted therapy, is calling for compassionate and dedicated volunteers to join our team. We provide transformative therapy programs that harness the healing power of horses to support individuals facing a range of physical, emotional, and mental health challenges.
1 person arrested in connection to Wednesday's game room shooting in Lubbock County
One person has been arrested in connection to Wednesday's shooting at a game room in Lubbock County, according to the Lubbock County Sheriff's Office. Through LCSO's investigation, a person entered the Donna Pac N Sac game room in the 6300 block of U.S. Highway 84 early Wednesday morning with a gun and shot a worker. The reason as to why the individual shot the worker was not made immediately clear. ...
41 Inmates Charged With Murder Remain in Lubbock County Detention Center
Although homicides decreased in Lubbock in 2023, there are still quite a few people booked into the Lubbock County Detention Center on murder or manslaughter charges. Some have been sentenced and are awaiting transportation to prison. Others are stuck in a lengthy legal limbo with the case against them. Murder...
Gerry Glasco gives state of the roster update
LUBBOCK, Texas – Since his hiring on June 20, head coach Gerry Glasco has been going nonstop to put together one of the more impressive rosters in the country, adding nine transfers and seven freshmen to go along with three returning starters. The highlight of this offseason was the...
Hector Limon credits parents for success that's led to Lubbock ISD Hall of Honor
In the late 1970s and early '80s, the Lubbock Christian University baseball team played a handful of games on Estacado High School's home field. Hector Limon made a point of attending each one. Growing up, Limon's father was a devoted Chaparrals fan, which rubbed off on him. His dad had a relationship with LCU coach Larry Hays, which made the prospect of playing for the Chaps all the more enticing. ...
Slaton Bakery hosts second Texas Banana Pudding Festival
LUBBOCK, Texas — Slaton Bakery will host the second annual Texas Banana Pudding Festival on Saturday, August 31 at 8:00 a.m. The bakery will offer four different puddings available to enjoy. A social media event said the flavors were Church Lady Banana Pudding, Fireball Boozy Banana Pudding, The King, inspired by Elvis and Cherry Delight.
LIVE! Daily News | First Hand Account of the Attempted Trump Assassination
On today's LIVE! Daily News, 4-year-old Maverick Davis kicked cancer's butt, San Angelo ISD decided not to take action on a property purchase near Fort Concho Elementary, and the couple who were arrested for the death of a 3-year-old was indicted for several crimes. Also, Texas Department of Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller swung by the LIVE! studio to give a first-hand account of the events that happened during the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump, as well as other issues facing Texans today. Learn More Here.
Odessa teen qualifies for billiards world championship
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - A 16-year-old athlete is making moves not with a traditional sports ball, but with a pool cue. Robert Orta, born and raised in locally, has been mastering the art of billiards since he was old enough to see over a pool table. His dedication and passion have now led him to represent the U.S. internationally.
Border Town Days: A celebration of sister cities
FARWELL, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – The Border Town Days celebration will take place tomorrow, July 27. The celebration is a local family-friendly event for both cities of Texico, New Mexico and Farwell, Texas. “Two sister cities that are separated only by the state line. Over the years, Border Town Days has been an opportunity for our […]
Shakeup at Gateway Church continues, Pastor Robert Morris' son latest to step down
SOUTHLAKE -- The son of Gateway Church's founding pastor stepped down Thursday – just seven weeks after his father resigned over allegations he sexually assaulted a young girl decades ago.Pastor James Morris was the designated successor for his father, Pastor Robert Morris.James Morris' wife, Bridgette, also stepped down. Church staff members were told on Thursday.Pastor Robert's victim, Cindy Clemishire, revealed that the elder Morris sexually abused her starting in 1982 when she was just 12 years old."Earlier this week, the (church) elders met with Pastors James and Bridgette and they collectively made the decision that Pastors James and Bridgette would both...
Texas Rainfall Brings Out ‘Toxic’ Worms that Regenerate When Chopped in Half
The recent excessive rainfall in the Houston area has brought an unexpected and toxic guest out of hiding: the hammerhead flatworm. These invasive worms, known for their distinctive hammer-shaped heads, emerge from their subterranean homes due to the massive amounts of precipitation. Danger Lurking in Your Yard. These flatworms can...
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