Dogs

The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission held a public meeting for comments on new rules proposed to regulate the sale of hemp products in Texas. Texas Public Radio’s Jerry Clayton reports the proposed rules prohibit TABC licensees from selling consumable hemp products to anyone under the age of 21. Lubbock Animal Services is encouraging pet owners to get their dogs vaccinated after observing an increase in upper respiratory infections in dogs in the shelter and in the community.

Texas Tech University's system chancellor sent the system’s standards for discussing race and gender in the classroom to university presidents on Dec. 1. Our Samantha Larned has more on the memorandum from Brandon Creighton. Lubbock’s city council passed an amendment to city ordinances that alters the procedure for declaring and keeping a dangerous dog in yesterday's meeting. It also raises the insurance requirements to keep a dangerous dog from $250,000 to $1 million.

Lubbock City Council has passed two amendments to city policy regarding pet ownership. The first changes the procedure for declaring and keeping a dangerous dog, including raising liability insurance to $1 million. Lubbock Animal Services hopes the second amendment will help prevent unwanted litters.

Lubbock City Council gave preliminary approval to two amendments to the city's ordinances brought forward by Lubbock Animal Services. Our Samantha Larned reports they concern dangerous dogs, multi-pet permits, and impound fees. The council is expected to give a final vote on Nov. 25. The new budget deal to reopen the government includes an extension of certain Farm Bill programs, including the Conservation Reserve Program.

Under the new laws, which will go into effect on Sept. 1, counties across Texas will have more power to stop the sale of dogs and cats in outdoor spaces.

Lubbock elected a new mayor in June 2024. Since then, it’s been a busy year for the region. Now, one year later, the KTTZ news team sat down with Mayor Mark McBrayer to discuss his term so far, including issues like public safety, city growth, housing, and budget challenges.

Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick hit back at Governor Greg Abbott over the governor’s last-minute veto of a bill that would have banned THC products. This month, Lubbock Animal Services has received an average of 34 calls per week for aggressive animals. Our Sean Ryan reports on the requirements for restraining animals. Tomorrow, Lubbock Mayor Mark McBrayer and District 3 Councilman David Glasheen are hosting Coffee with the Mayor starting at 7 A.M. at the Market Street at 3405 50th Street.

Texas Tech has confirmed three international students have had their visa revoked. Meanwhile, KERA’s Bill Zeeble reports that 19 students at the University of Texas at Dallas have had their visas revoked. These students are among the hundreds nationwide to have their visas revoked by the U.S. government. This week, Lubbock Animal Services is hosting two adoption events: free adoptions at GolfSuites on Friday and an Easter egg hunt for long stay dogs on Saturday.

Our Bishop Van Buren reports on Lubbock City Council's approval to purchase a device that detects forever chemicals in drinking water. This week, Lubbock congressman Jodey Arrington, Chairman of the House Budget Committee, celebrated the passage of the House Budget Resolution. Tomorrow, Lubbock Animal Services is offering free vaccinations and microchipping for dogs and cats. The clinic starts Saturday at 8 A.M. at the LAS building at 3323 SE Loop 289.

Yesterday, the Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved a $290 million bond for voters to decide on in May. Our Brad Burt reports that LISD officials say the bond will not increase the district’s tax rate. This Valentine's Day weekend, Lubbock Animal Services is hosting two free adoption events. The first will be Friday 4-6 P.M. at the LAS building located at 3323 Southeast Loop 289. And the second is from noon to 4 P.M. at Paint Rock Coffee Co. located at 2002 Broadway St.