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Our Reporter Jane Davenport tells us about how the Adderall shortage is affecting Lubbockites.

Our News Director Sarah Self-Walbrick tells us about a bill being considered in the Texas House that would create a new endowment for several state universities, including Texas Tech. TPR's Marian Navarro tells us the latest from an environmental advocacy group looking at air pollution in Texas.

Our Reporter Brad Burt breaks down a new report from the Lubbock Police Department about crime statistics. Our News Director Sarah Self-Walbrick reports part of the Godbold Cultural Center is set to be demolished.

Nearly one out of every 100 people living in nearby Lamb County died of COVID-19. It’s one of the highest death rates in the nation.

Our Reporter Jane Davenport spoke with the National Transportation Safety Board to understand why there has been an increase in aviation incursions.

Just two weeks ago, West Texas was one of many regions hit by a snowstorm and sub-zero temperatures. Now, this week, Lubbock is experiencing highs in the 70s. Our Charley Maranville has more from a local expert on how these intense fluctuations impact your ability to stay healthy. Also following last month’s winter storm, KERA’s Avery Escamilla-Wendell reports that some Texans could see much higher electricity and gas bills.

This past weekend, LubbockPRIDE collaborated with other local groups to provide information and resources for the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. Our reporter Samantha Larned spoke with an organizer who said that these conversations are especially important right now. The Shallowater ISD Board of Trustees announced yesterday that Aron Strickland will be taking over as the district’s next superintendent.

Yesterday afternoon, students from Lubbock’s Estacado High School and the Margaret Talkington School for Young Women Leaders walked out of their schools and down Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd to protest actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Our Brad Burt reports this comes after guidance from the Texas Education Agency outlined the consequences for students and teachers who participate in demonstrations during the school day.

Lubbock Police officials are asking drivers to be careful on the Marsha Sharp Freeway as officers conduct accident investigations today beginning at 9 A.M. This will affect westbound traffic on the Marsha Sharp between Quaker and Slide roads and eastbound lanes near University and Avenue Q. The Texas Education Agency has provided new guidance regarding the response to student walkouts, amid recent protests over immigration enforcement. The Texas Newsroom's Lucio Vasquez reports consequences could include possible state intervention. Tomorrow, Lubbock Mayor Mark McBrayer is hosting Coffee with the Mayor in District 1, starting at 7 A.M. at Amigos located at 112 N. University Avenue.

Leaders in the construction industry say immigration raids at work sites are causing worker shortages in the building industry. Texas Public Radio’s David Martin Davies reports on slowing projects, rising costs, and economic impact. Workforce Solutions South Plains is hosting a Leaders Career Fair today from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M at the Centerpointe Event Center located at 4925 Marsha Sharp Freeway. The event is geared towards those ages 16 to 24, but all ages are permitted, no registration needed.