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Our News Director Sarah Self-Walbrick tells us how to give back this holiday season.

Houston Public Media’s Andrew Schneider tells us about a new study that ranks state lawmakers by how conservative they are puts Texas in the middle of the pack. KUT's Laura Morales reports on which Christmas tree option might be more sustainable.

The National Retail Federation is optimistically predicting it will be a strong holiday shopping season, and our reporter Jane Davenport tells us about how some Lubbockites are spending their money this season.

With Lubbock consistently seeing high rates of child abuse, our News Director Sarah Self-Walbrick tells us how to make the holiday season a bit brighter for kids in the foster care system. The Texas Newsroom's Sergio Martínez-Beltrán explains what Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is prioritizing this legislative session.

Our Reporter Jane Davenport reminds us that the annual Carol of Lights celebration is happening tonight at Texas Tech. We also hear about the shortage of Texas hospital staff members, and how the legislature could help.

A November earthquake in West Texas was felt hours away from its epicenter. Turns out, it was the third-largest quake in Texas history.

Our News Director Sarah Self-Walbrick gives us an update on the Lubbock Area United Way's fundraising campaign. We also learn that officials with the state's power grid feel confident in the system's ability this winter.

Houston Public Media's Sara Willa Ernst explains how severe the nursing shortage really is. Texas Public Radio's Pablo De La Rosa tells us how data from the Pew Research Center shows that people have more trust in local news sources than national outlets or social media.

KERA's Mya Nicholson tells us about some Texas cities that are giving more time off when there's a new addition to the family. We also hear more about the rise of illegal paper license plates, and how it's being dealt with.

News Director Sarah Self-Walbrick tells us about a civil rights complaint against Lubbock Cooper ISD alleging racist discrimination has been filed with the U.S. Department of Education.