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Some Texas legislators may be done questioning the merits of education savings accounts as it moves to a vote in the State House, but voters aren’t. Model programs in other states are showing rural voters could stand to lose the most, and they’re preparing to do the math on election day.

Texas Tech University has released the final summary of their campus strategic alignment plan, a long-term vision for reshaping the university's physical and academic environment.

The City of Lubbock Water Utilities identified customers with galvanized steel pipes as part of its service line inventory. Our Samantha Larned reports that these pipes can increase the likelihood of lead entering the water supply. Texas lawmakers heard testimony yesterday from ranchers affected by last year’s historic wildfire in the Panhandle as they consider a proposal placing more requirements on oil and gas operators to reduce wildfire risk.

The 82nd annual ABC Pro Rodeo kicks off tomorrow at Levelland’s Mallet Event Center. KTTZ's Bishop Van Buren has more on what to expect from the three days of action and events. Tomorrow is also the last day to register to vote in the May 3 local election and our Samantha Larned reports on how to register and what voters in the area can expect to see on their ballots. Applications and further details can be found at votelubbock.org.

The Texas Education Agency has released its annual performance reports. Our reporter Bishop Van Buren breaks down the numbers, which show a decline in standardized test scores across all three Lubbock-area school districts. KERA’s Bill Zeeble has more after Texas Senators passed legislation that further defines parental rights in education.

The Department of Health and Human Services is pulling back $11 billion in funds allocated to state and community health departments in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This comes as Texas is trying to slow down an ongoing measles outbreak that has spread to 15 counties. Our reporter Bishop Van Buren has more on the Lubbock VA Clinic, which is awaiting renovations that would earn it the long-sought status of a healthcare center.

It’s another big game night for Red Raider basketball, and it will probably feel nostalgic for longtime fans. KTTZ reporter Bishop Van Buren has a preview of tonight’s Sweet 16 college basketball matchup between Texas Tech and Arkansas. And KWBU’s Molly-Jo Tilton reports State Representative Pat Curry is no longer backing a bill to dismantle the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

ESPN’s No. 1 women’s basketball recruit for 2025 has committed to Oklahoma, bypassing Texas Tech and other top programs while cementing her legacy at Lubbock Monterey.

Wednesday afternoon, The Texas Senate passed a bill authored by Lubbock’s Sen. Charles Perry, that would ban the use and sale of THC products that are currently legal across the state. After an unexpectedly early spring break — with evacuations, gas leaks, power outages, fires, and closures on campus — our Bishop Van Buren reports Texas Tech University will resume classes on Monday as planned. This weekend is Lubbock's annual Bike Rodeo to teach kids about bike safety. The rodeo is open to the public and will take place Saturday from 1 to 3 P.M. at Safety City, located at 4500 Avenue U, in the southeast corner of Clapp Park.

Fire dangers continued this week on the South Plains and in the Panhandle, with wildfires, evacuations, and low humidity across the region. KERA's Toluwani Osibamowo reports on proposed changes to the state's bail system being discussed by Texas lawmakers. The public is invited to attend Coffee with the Mayor tomorrow morning, hosted by Lubbock Mayor Mark McBrayer and District 5 council member Jennifer Wilson. The event begins at 7 A.M. at United Supermarket located at 11310 Slide Rd.