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Starting a home compost pile in Lubbock is easier than you think. Learn the four simple ways to compost, including vermicomposting, and discover which common food scraps you should never throw into your bin.

Members of the rock and metal community are weighing in after Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill announced his retirement.

For a band that isn't hair metal, the subject of "hair" sure has continued to follow Metallica around. James Hetfield's latest hairstyle choice is no exception.

A New Mexico man was sentenced to over 19 years in federal prison after leading Lubbock police on a 100+ mph chase. Authorities recovered methamphetamine, fentanyl, and a loaded pistol from his vehicle.

Texans are doubling down on sour candy this Halloween. Sour Punch Straws claimed the top spot for the second year running.

Deathcore titans Lorna Shore are the latest guest on 'Paranormal Prison' in what might be the funniest episode yet!

Metallica switched up the setlist a little bit again with a classic song during their third Las Vegas Sphere residency show last night (Oct. 8).

That mystery meat in your freezer from last year? Safe to eat, but probably not worth it anymore.

Family members can't just log into your accounts after you pass. Setting up a digital plan now saves them headaches and protects your privacy.

It appears a glitch in the algorithm has been suggesting Creed's 'Higher' for all kinds of photo and video posts.

We picked the five best grunge album openers and the five best closing tracks on grunge albums and combined them into one list.

What a huge week for new touring announcements including tours and special shows from Staind, Slash, Def Leppard and Goo Goo Dolls, Greta Van Fleet, Aerosmith and many more.

The Texas thrash group returns, promising their first album since 2017. Two new songs, featuring vocalist Seth Gilmore, are out now.

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026.

Texas law doesn't set a specific age for kids walking to school alone, leaving it to parents. However, parents remain legally responsible for avoiding dangerous routes or situations that could lead to child endangerment charges.

Here are 29 rock and metal bands that have called off shows so far this year and the reason behind the cancellations.

The 18-time ARIA Award winners Powderfinger have been cryptically teasing something new over the past week while launching a mysterious Instagram account.

Texas Tech is waiving application fees during Free College Application Week, including several graduate programs and applications from current TTU undergrads.

The secret to handling adult bullies isn't fighting back. It's refusing to give them the reaction they're hunting for.

Lubbock ISD just learned that employee personal information got exposed through a software vendor back in August. Seven weeks later, and answers are still coming in.

A legal battle between two big healthcare systems is creating real problems for women who need obstetric care.

Grand Theft Auto 6 has shared previews of its in-game radio stations — and two 'Big 4' thrash stars are the hosts of the metal station.

Producer Andrew Watt shares in a new interview why a potential Black Sabbath album didn't happen.

Terry Allen's bringing five decades of songwriting and art back home to Lubbock this October for two nights you won't want to miss.