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DOGE keeps gaining access to sensitive data. Now, it can cut off billions to farmers

Jenna McLaughlin

DOGE recently gained high-level access to a database that controls government payments and loans to farmers and ranchers across the U.S.
June 12th, 2025

The KTTZ News Team

Though their season ended last week, Texas Tech University’s softball team is still making headlines. Our reporter Bishop Van Buren has more on developments in the program and what Tech fans have to look forward to in the coming year. The Texas Department of Transportation is notifying individuals impacted by a data breach, which has compromised hundred of thousands of Texans' crash reports.
November 26th, 2024

The KTTZ News Team

A challenge to the Texas law that outlaws abortion after a fetal heartbeat is detected could be dismissed after a ruling from the state's Supreme Court, KERA's Toluwani Osibamowo reports. The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center has provided an update on the security breaches that took place in September. More information can be found at ttuhscinfo.com or by calling the assistance line at 1-866-902-1996.
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Listen In Lubbock: A Year With COVID And The Data That's Missing

Kaysie Ellingson

Our community has been living with COVID-19 for a year and while we've learned a lot in that time, there's still a lot we don't know...and may never know.…
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Listen In Lubbock: A Year With COVID And The Data That's Missing

Our community has been living with COVID-19 for a year and while we've learned a lot in that time, there's still a lot we don't know...and may never know.…
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A year in, pandemic picture unclear due to holes in data

When the coronavirus reached Lubbock in the middle of March last year, the city’s public health director Katherine Wells and her team started a…

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The Texas Tech University System has entered a new partnership with the FBI focused on focus on strengthening national security, cybersecurity, and the protection of critical infrastructure. Our Bishop Van Buren reports on the signing ceremony. Last week, the City of Lubbock was dealing with cybersecurity concerns of its own, resulting in the temporary shutdown of its systems. Our reporter Samantha Larned has the latest from the city.
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After being offline due to potential security concerns, the City of Lubbock is gradually restoring its systems. However, utility customers can only pay their bills in person at the City of Lubbock Utilities building, located at 1401 Avenue K. Residents can report power outages by calling the utilities service center at 806-775-2509. At the Texas House of Representatives, business remains at a standstill as many of the state’s Democratic lawmakers continue their quorum break. As Houston Public Media’s Alexandra Hart reports, another special session appears to be imminent.
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Governor Greg Abbott held a ceremonial bill signing on Friday in Amarillo, signing two bills regarding minors and their use of cellphones. Our reporter Bishop Van Buren reports on the signing and the policies. Covenant Health has reached an agreement with BlueCross BlueShield and will remain as an in-network provider for those with the insurance.
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Lubbock ISD is adopting a new policy regarding students' cell phone usage, in compliance with state law. KTTZ's Bishop Van Buren breaks down what students and their parents can expect. Our Sean Ryan reports on the 29th Annual Charles and Rose Hankson Fishing Derby taking place tomorrow at Mae Simmons Lake from 7 A.M. to 2 P.M. Fishing gear donations are being accepted at the lake this morning around 9 A.M.
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Lubbock Republican State Senator Charles Perry says he’s planning to file a bill that could dedicate up to $5 billion in funding for water projects across the state. This month, Lubbock police expanded use of an e-citation app. Our reporter Olivia O’Rand has more on developing technology with the department. Enrollment is open for the City of Lubbock citizen education program. The application, syllabus, and more information can be found at mylubbock.us/Lubbock101, the deadline to apply is March 3.
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Texas lawmakers are once again focusing on lowering property tax bills. The Texas Newsroom's Blaise Gainey has more details about a proposal in the State Senate that would increase the state’s homestead exemption. A federal judge in Austin temporarily restricted the enforcement of a state law that regulates children's social media use. KERA's Toluwani Osibamowo reports the judge already ruled last year certain provisions of the law were likely unconstitutional.