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Last Portion of Mike Leach's Lawsuit Against Texas Tech Dismissed by Judge

Cole Shooter — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:35:37 +0000

Sowder ruled that Leach’s due process rights were not violated when Tech fired him in December of 2009.

Mike Leach and College Football or Mitt Romney and the Republican National Convention [POLL]

Chad Hasty — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 15:08:51 +0000

Which would you rather watch tonight? Leach or Romney?

Craig James Withdraws Petition Regarding Mike Leach Books

Julie Fisher — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 21:15:19 +0000

Former sports commentator and now U.S. Senate candidate Craig James has backed off his effort to get source information from the publishers of books by Mike Leach and another author who has written about Leach’s being fired as Texas Tech’s head football coach.

Mike Leach Appeal Denied by Texas Supreme Court

Cole Shooter — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 17:43:27 +0000

Appeals for both sides were denied by the Texas Supreme Court, which allows Leach to continue in seeking a ruling which shows that Texas Tech did indeed fire him inappropriately.

Craig James Talks About Politics & Mike Leach on KFYO

Rex Andrew — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:24:11 +0000

“I’m concerned about the direction of our country and where it’s heading.”

Chad's Morning Brief: Craig James On Lubbock's First News Today & More

Chad Hasty — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:30:47 +0000

Read Chad's Morning Brief for the issues you'll hear about during Lubbock's First News.

Tech Rejects Leach Settlement Offer, Leach Hires New Counsel

Cole Shooter — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 23:50:42 +0000

Leach offered to settle with Texas Tech for full pay from the 2009 season, a measure unanimously rejected by the Texas Tech Board of Regents.

Mike Leach to Possibly Star in New HBO Documentary

Chad Hasty — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:44:38 +0000

Mike Leach on HBO? It could happen. Would you watch?

Leach to Become Head Football Coach at Washington State

Cole Shooter — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:36:11 +0000

No confirmation of a formal contract has been reported as of yet.

Texas Supreme Court to Receive Legal Arguments in Lawsuit of Former Tech Football Coach Mike Leach

Cole Shooter — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 21:14:51 +0000

The Texas Supreme Court Friday requested briefs from Leach’s legal team explaining why Texas Tech is not entitled to sovereign immunity in Leach’s lawsuit against the University for Wrongful Termination and Breach of Contract.

Mike Leach Book Signing in Lubbock [PICS]

Rob Snyder — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 01:46:28 +0000

Former Texas Tech Red Raider Football coach Mike Leach returned to Lubbock today to sign copies of his new book, Swing Your Sword. The book signing took place at the new Barnes & Noble Bookstore at the South Plains Mall.

Do You Plan On Reading The New Book By Mike Leach? [POLL]

Chad Hasty — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 09:15:45 +0000

Is Mike Leach's new book on your Summer reading list? Let us know in today's LFN Poll of the Day.

Rep. Frullo Won't Vote to Allow Leach to Sue Texas Tech

Rob Snyder — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 18:01:20 +0000

State Rep. John Frullo weighs in on the proposed bill that would allow Mike Leach to sue Texas Tech. Find out what he said after the jump

Rep. Charles Perry Apologizes to Rep. Eiland After Comments Made on KFYO

Rob Snyder — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 08:15:58 +0000

State Representative Charles Perry yesterday afternoon apologized to State Rep. Craig Eiland after making allegations against him during Wednesday's edition of Lubbock's First News on KFYO. Find out Eiland's reaction after the jump

Rep. Perry Won't Support Mike Leach in His Bid to Sue Texas Tech and Questions Motives of Fellow Legislator

Rob Snyder — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 19:13:28 +0000

To sue Texas Tech, Mike Leach must get permission from the legislature. Keep reading to find out State Rep. Charles Perry's opinion on a bill filed that would allow Leach to sue Tech and his opinion on the legislator that filed the bill.

Dist. 83 Rep. Perry on LFN [AUDIO]

Sean Cunniff — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 14:29:07 +0000

District 83 Representative Charles Perry joined Chad and Rex on Wednesday’s Lubbock’s First News. 03/16/2011 Representative Perry and the guys discussed the proposed Soda Tax, the possibility of shortening the school week, the possible property tax on schools and the legislature being brought forth that would allow Mike Leach to continue with his lawsuit against [...]

D.C. PR Firm Confirms What We Already Knew About Craig James

Rob Snyder — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 05:05:07 +0000

So, earlier this year, I wrote a column on KFYO.com that discussed Craig James' posturing about a possible run for U.S. Senate. Well, a D.C. PR firm decided to put one James' claims to the test about people in Lubbock supporting him. Find out the results after the jump.

Craig James has Misread the Tea Leaves

Rob Snyder — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 02:54:45 +0000

So, former SMU Mustang and current ESPN college football analyst, Craig James is gearing up for a run at the U.S. Senate.

Of course, most Texas Tech Football fans know James for being instrumental in the turmoil surrounding the firing of Mike Leach before the 2009 Alamo Bowl. Read more about the latest with Craig James after the jump.