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Texas Tech's Risk Intervention and Safety Education hosted a mental health pop up at Red Raider Plaza on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025.
Bishop Van Buren
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Researchers say direct communication, safer environment can lower risk of suicide
Bishop Van Buren
With National Suicide Prevention Week coming to a close, two local experts share their thoughts on common myths surrounding suicide, warning signs, and practical steps for helping those who may be struggling.
A solar farm operated by solar developer 174 Power Global is seen on April 16, 2025, in Notrees, Ector County.
Eli Hartman
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The Texas Tribune
Texas solar program left in limbo after Trump administration pulls the plug on $250 million grant
Beverages with Delta 9 THC are pictured on Monday, July 21, 2025, at Smoke ATX off of West Slaughter Lane in Austin.
Michael Minasi
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KUT News
Gov. Abbott orders Texas state agencies to enforce age restrictions on THC sales
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Matti Bills
When will beef prices drop? We asked a rancher, a butcher and an economist
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September 12th, 2025
The KTTZ News Team
This Saturday is the 55th Annual Fall Festival from the Lubbock Municipal Garden and Arts Center at 4215 University Ave from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Our reporter Samantha Larned has more on what folks can expect from the event. Governor Greg Abbott issued an executive order this week restricting the sale of THC products to those under the age of 21. Hemp relators say that in practice, it will not change much for the industry.
Materials used to distribute the MMR vaccine.
Olivia O'Rand
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KTTZ
State health department declares end of West Texas measles outbreak
Samantha Larned
After eight months and 762 cases in the state, the Texas Department of State Health Services announced the end of the West Texas measles outbreak. KTTZ spoke with the director of Lubbock Public Health, who said that work continues for the department.
Lubbock Mayor Mark McBrayer sat down for an interview at the KTTZ studio on May 29, 2025.
Samantha Larned
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KTTZ
Lubbock Mayor Mark McBrayer one year into office | Full interview and transcript
The KTTZ News Team
Lubbock elected a new mayor in June 2024. Since then, it’s been a busy year for the region. Now, one year later, the KTTZ news team sat down with Mayor Mark McBrayer to discuss his term so far, including issues like public safety, city growth, housing, and budget challenges.
Flatland Cavalry members talk about their return to Lubbock with reporter Bishop Van Buren. Taken on November 3, 2024.
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Flatland Cavalry sits down with KTTZ
Bishop Van Buren
Our reporter Bishop Van Buren interviews Flatland Cavalry, a band that began in Lubbock and returned to the Hub City last week after releasing their new single: "Lubbock."