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Crystals Event Center, a cornerstone of Lubbock's music and events scene for decades, is now on the market for 1.3 million dollars.

Golf Channel ranked Texas Tech No. 5 in its preseason poll, leading all Texas programs. Backed by three World Amateur Top 30 stars and All-American selections, the Red Raiders prepare for their season opener on Sept. 13 in Toledo.

Sometimes the best nights out happen when you go alone, and you might surprise yourself with what you discover.

Hazing at Texas Tech is strictly forbidden by university policy and illegal under Texas state law. Students face severe legal consequences, including felony charges for failing to report life-threatening incidents.

New buildings are popping up all over town, and residents are tired of guessing what they're for

Local nonprofit FosterALife is running a raffle with two $2,000 prizes to support kids in foster care across the region.

Lubbock's bus system is expanding to keep up with how the city's growing, and it starts September 28th.

Slaton Bakery bakes up an incredibly sweet tribute to Dolly Parton.

The City of Lubbock has installed a blue light emergency phone outside police headquarters. The system offers 24/7 direct contact to officers while allowing LPD to adjust lobby hours and put more personnel on patrol.

Lubbock city offices, public libraries, and landfills will close for Labor Day on September 7. Trash pickup moves to Tuesday and Wednesday, while the Buddy Holly Center stays open for his 90th birthday celebration.

Lubbock's got a learning curve, especially if you're used to walking everywhere. You'll need a car and some patience with those confusing exits.

Lubbock's water strategy relies on both ancient groundwater and modern reservoirs to ensure the city has enough for the next century.

Texas Tech in-state tuition averages around $11,800 per year. Compared to Texas' highest tuition at SMU ($67,000) and lowest at Alvin Community College ($3,100), Tech sits closer to the state average than you think.

Working at Buc-ee's sounds cushy until you talk to former employees. Turns out competitive pay comes with some pretty demanding expectations.

Four fashion shows, live music, and local wedding pros all in one place this Sunday. The Hub City Wedding Expo keeps things relaxed and fun.

Lubbock Mayor Mark McBrayer discussed proposed budget changes on KFYO, including shifting firefighters to a 24/72 schedule and adding 10 police officers. He also addressed a pending 18-month moratorium on high-resource AI data centers.

Looking for quality trees and shrubs without the weekday pro crowds? Wolfe Nursery Direct has Saturday morning hours for you.

Local ranchers around Lubbock are selling beef straight to families, from individual cuts to whole animals if you've got the freezer space.

Stuck at home this weekend? Lubbock's got plenty of free ways to keep yourself entertained without spending much.

Small Sliders is coming back to Lubbock, and this time the plans are way bigger. Two local entrepreneurs are opening at least three locations across West Texas over five years.

With Texas Tech University hitting a record enrollment of over 45,000 students, business leads as the most popular degree path at 21%, while education and social sciences sit at the bottom with 4% each.

Hundreds of carved pumpkins light up a trail through Lubbock parks this October, and your jack-o-lantern could be part of it.

An anonymous tip led Texas DPS to arrest Ronnie Matthew Velarde, a documented West Texas Tango gang member on the state's Most Wanted list, in Midland. The tipster is now eligible for a cash reward up to $5,000.

Lubbock's got five amazing free spots where locals can escape for the afternoon without spending a dime or leaving town.

Local anglers are heading to Buffalo Springs Lake Saturday, September 26th to fish for a cause, with all the money going straight to kids fighting cancer right here in Lubbock.

Lubbock's got some legit ways to blow off steam when emotions run high, from smashing glass to throwing axes.

Newer artists in Lubbock now have a real path to selling their work at one of the region's biggest art festivals, and they keep every dollar they make.

West Lubbock lost a breakfast institution this week. Lillie's Place served its last meal Friday, leaving fans mourning those famous burritos.

That 93 percent lunar eclipse Thursday could be spectacular or completely blocked by thunderstorms. Depends on where you go and how lucky we get.

Texas Tech has reached a historic milestone with a record 45,812 students enrolled for the 2026–2027 school year, driven by a massive influx of first-time college students and five consecutive years of summer growth.