The KTTZ News Team

Forecasters say West Texas is bracing for another round of intense wind and high fire danger on Friday. Potential gusts across the south plains could reach up to 80 miles per hour, according to the National Weather Service. The No. 9 ranked Red Raider men's basketball team kicks off Big 12 Tournament play tonight. KTTZ reporter Bishop Van Buren has more on the efforts to build on the program’s 100th season.

Lubbock's city council gave final approval on a zoning change in the Tech Terrace neighborhood, permitting the construction of a student housing project where the Godbold building once stood. Our reporter Samantha Larned has an update on the measles outbreak in Texas in New Mexico region, plus two new cases reported in Oklahoma. Texas Tech University is hosting a free car clinic today for students, students, faculty, and staff from 10:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. at the northwest portion of the Commuter Satellite parking lot, on the corner of 10th Street and Texas Tech Parkway.

The vote center program was introduced in Lubbock almost 20 years ago, allowing voters to cast a ballot from any vote center location in the county, regardless of their address. Our Brad Burt reports on the unanimous vote from Lubbock County Commissioners to oppose legislation to eliminate these centers. In the wake of this weekend's time change, The Texas Newsroom’s Lucio Vasquez has more on the potential end of daylight saving in Texas.

One Lubbock Firefighter was injured, and about 25 residents were displaced after an apartment fire early Sunday. According to Lubbock Fire Rescue, the Fire Marshal's Office is investigating, and the American Red Cross is assisting residents. KTTZ's Bishop Van Buren has more on how President Trump's tariff exchange with Canada could affect some West Texas farmers. And Texas flu and RSV cases are down, according to state health officials.

Our Bishop Van Buren reports on the 8th annual first responders basketball game from Hub City Street Hoops. The event is tomorrow from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. at the Mae Simmons Dream Court at 2004 Oak Avenue. Last month, Lubbock public libraries relaunched a program giving the community an opportunity to chat with a social worker the first Friday of each month. You can stop by today from 1 P.M to 3 P.M. at the Godeke Branch located at 5034 Frankford Ave or schedule a meeting through the social worker tab on the libraries' website.

Yesterday, Lubbock’s Mayor Mark McBrayer held the city’s 43rd State of the City Address, the first during his time as mayor. He spoke with various department leaders about topics like economic development, water, recreation, road construction, and public safety.

The Texas Newsroom’s Nina Banks reports on two proposed bills in the Texas Legislature, authored by Lubbock state senator Charles Perry, that would restrict THC sales. Measles cases continue to rise in the region, including here in Lubbock. Our reporter Samantha Larned says health officials expect numbers to "pick up" in more densely populated areas.

Xcel Energy has warned South Plains customers of possible power shutoffs due to today’s expected strong winds and low humidity. Our reporter Bishop Van Buren has more on the approach to wildfire risk following the Smokehouse Creek Fire last year. Civic Lubbock, Inc. and other community partners have begun planning this year's 4th on Broadway celebration, following changes to the annual event's organization announced in January.

The Texas Newsroom's Blaise Gainey reports on a bill passed by the Texas Senate, which would provide raises to teachers and other district staff. Meanwhile, the Monterey High School girls’ basketball team returned to Lubbock from the Alamodome as state champions.

Our Bishop Van Buren reports on Lubbock City Council's approval to purchase a device that detects forever chemicals in drinking water. This week, Lubbock congressman Jodey Arrington, Chairman of the House Budget Committee, celebrated the passage of the House Budget Resolution. Tomorrow, Lubbock Animal Services is offering free vaccinations and microchipping for dogs and cats. The clinic starts Saturday at 8 A.M. at the LAS building at 3323 SE Loop 289.