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TxDOT data reveals October and November are the deadliest months for pedestrians, with 68% of fatalities occurring at night. As days grow shorter, dark streets pose major risks across Texas. Stay vigilant on nighttime roads.

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos in Lubbock starting on Halloween with the free Celebración exhibit at the Buddy Holly Center. Local art, masquerade balls, and family runs offer plenty of festive options for everyone.

You're getting an extra hour of sleep this weekend. Don't forget to set those few stubborn household clocks back before bed Saturday night.

Most Halloween candy tampering fears are overblown, but one real danger deserves your attention this year.

South Plains fog rolled in thick this week, turning familiar roads into something you had to navigate slowly and carefully.

Lubbock's teenagers today look nothing like the mall-hopping kids from a generation ago. Where are they actually hanging out now?

Here's The Songs Played By AC/DC In Lubbock

Lubbock Police arrested five men during "Operation Trick or Trap," a multi-agency sting targeting online child exploitation. The suspects face severe felony charges, including online solicitation of a minor and drug possession.

Skip the all-day cooking marathon this year. Local spots across town are handling turkey, sides, and desserts so you can focus on family.

Politicians are flooding into Lubbock right now, but history suggests they'll disappear once votes are counted.

Donald Trump drew massive crowds at the Lubbock Civic Center during a rally for Ken Paxton. The historic event brought global attention and spotlighted local Lubbock businesses in a rare presidential stop.

Red Raiders fans are hungry for a win this Halloween weekend, and Arizona visitors should probably pack a change of clothes just in case.

Ghost stories from the last hundred years come alive at Mahon Library on October 29th and 30th. The library's own unexplained activity gets discussed too, all in the basement after dark.

Sonic's bringing back their Halloween corn dog deal this Saturday, fifty cents each with no limit on how many you grab.

A pothole near the Lone Star Amphitheater keeps growing bigger, and the city hasn't fixed it despite multiple complaints over the past year.

Not every landlord in Lubbock drops the ball, but enough complaints are piling up online that it's worth knowing your rights as a renter.

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is warning livestock owners after two cases of the invasive New World Screwworm were confirmed in Hudspeth County, prompting calls for swift action to eradicate the parasitic fly.

Governor Greg Abbott appeared on KFYO's Steve Evans Show, highlighting key differences with opponent Gina Hinojosa on income taxes, endorsements, and policy, while stressing the critical role of West Texas voters in the election.

Prosperity Bank's bringing back Trunk or Treat this Thursday night. Free Halloween fun for families right here in Lubbock with decorated cars and food trucks.

High-profile visitors heading to Lubbock this week will mostly see junkyards and industrial zones. That's not really the welcome our city deserves.

Some restaurants in Lubbock have been feeding this community for three decades or longer. That kind of staying power tells you something about the food and the people running it.

New playoff rules could give teams home-field advantage based on district standings, reshaping how South Plains schools compete.

Over 130 books are under the microscope in Lubbock schools right now, and the board's weighing in this Thursday.

President Trump’s visit to the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center will trigger major downtown road closures, towing enforcement, facility shutdowns, and a temporary no-fly zone starting Monday night.

Staying safe on Halloween requires simple precautions like securing firearms, checking candy, wearing reflective gear, and staying in well-lit areas. Following Texas DPS guidelines ensures a fun, safe night for Lubbock families.

Texas Tech Health Sciences Center just became one of the world's elite training hubs for rural healthcare providers. They're expanding their mission across West Texas and beyond.

Lubbock's got Halloween covered all week long, from pumpkin patches to haunted houses and trunk-or-treats everywhere you look.

Hub City Games keeps retro gaming alive in Lubbock, stocking everything from old Nintendo cartridges to the latest console releases.

Adventure Park's wrapping up the dog walking season October 24th with a chance to help hungry pets in town while getting your pup some exercise.

Even college grads in Lubbock are struggling to make ends meet despite their degrees and good jobs.