Around Texas

Lubbock County is trying to stack up 60 pallets of bottled water for first responders — and they're not quite halfway there yet.

Fifteen years of showing up for local kids — and this year, six South Plains school districts are part of the kickoff happening Monday morning in Lubbock.

West Texas could be looking at a wetter fall and winter, but what comes after that has some climate experts genuinely concerned about what follows the rain.

Somewhere between the jet ski races and the Fourth of July cookouts, Buffalo Springs Lake quietly became one of the most talked-about spots in the 806.

Don't let Texas summer pests take over your home. From fire ants to scorpions, learn the easy steps you can take right now to protect your living space and keep intrusive bugs out all summer long.

As America celebrates its historic 250th birthday, Lubbock police and Texas DPS are increasing night patrols to crack down on speeding and drunk driving. Stay safe and celebrate responsibly this weekend.

As we gear up for the 4th of July, Boom Shack Fireworks is making waves—not just with fireworks, but with heartfelt donations too.

Texas hunting laws require hunters to maintain legal "proof of sex" on deer, pronghorn, and turkey carcasses during transport. Here is what the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department expects you to keep attached.

After losing her 19-year-old daughter to an impaired driver, a Texas mom teams up with TxDOT to deliver a crucial warning about the real, tragic cost of driving high or drunk.

Lubbock Fire Rescue is sharing essential safety tips to prevent devastating house fires this summer, highlighting the dangers of unattended stoves, extension cords, and the leading causes of blazes across Texas.

Plainview Animal Management shares crucial safety tips to protect sensitive pets from loud July 4th fireworks, including microchipping, closing windows, and utilizing inexpensive ThunderShirts.

TxDOT is hosting a free car seat checkup event at the Lubbock YWCA this Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. Certified technicians will help parents ensure safety seats are installed correctly to protect young children.