Public Safety

Lubbock’s outdoor warning system was put to the test for the first time as severe storms and tornado threats swept through the area Thursday night. The city’s Office of Emergency Management director recapped the cross-departmental response and gave recommendations for staying safe during future severe weather events.

Texas Tech’s softball team fell to the University of Texas in the Women’s College World Series final on Friday. Reporter Bishop Van Buren recaps the end of a historic Red Raiders run. Meanwhile, fans back in Lubbock took shelter from Thursday night’s storms and tornado threats.

Despite a drop in shootings nationwide, Texas saw more incidents than any other state last year.