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Our Reporter Brad Burt tells us about a bill that would ban diversity, equity and inclusion programs in Texas public universities and colleges that moved closer to a vote in the state Senate.

Our News Director Sarah Self-Walbrick tells us which Texas schools would benefit from a new funding stream passed in the state Senate yesterday. TPR's Marian Navarro tells us how the Llano County Library System could be shut down.

Our Reporter Brad Burt gives us an update on the City of Lubbock's unified development code, which will update building and zoning rules soon. We also learn how teachers and public school advocates are calling on the Texas Legislature to increase funding for the state's public schools.

Our Reporter Jane Davenport spoke with a couple of professors about a new minor and certificate program in Indigenous and Native American Studies.

Our Reporter Jane Davenport tells us about how some used car buyers are experiencing a new scam. She spoke with the South Plains Auto Theft Task Force to learn the warning signs to avoid buying a stolen vehicle.

Our News Director Sarah Self-Walbrick faculty at West Texas A&M in Canyon are condemning the university president. We also hear about one Lubbock mom who traveled to the Capitol to testify for a bill calling for statewide standards for how schools respond to bullying based on race, sex, gender or religion.

Our News Director Sarah Self-Walbrick tells us what you can do to try and lower your property taxes. The Texas Newsroom's Julian Aguilar reports potential legislation would establish a statewide rating system required for book vendors.

Our News Director Sarah Self-Walbrick tells us about two new proposals for the brick roads on Broadway. Houston Public Media’s Gail Delaughter reports students will notice some changes to the STARR test this year.

As the weather begins to warm up, our Reporter Brad Burt gives us some hiking tips to stay safe on the trails. Texas Public Radio's Bonnie Petrie tells us experts are trying to figure out how to combat medical misinformation.

Our Reporter Brad Burt tells us about local elections taking place in Lubbock County this year. We also hear more about a bill that would make several changes to school safety protocols, including requiring an armed security guard or district employee to be present on all campuses.