Lubbock Data Center Opponents Say Petition Has Reached Signature Goal
LUBBOCK, Texas — A citizens group seeking a temporary halt to new data center projects in Lubbock says it has collected enough petition signatures to advance its proposal, although the signatures must still be verified by city officials. Citizens of Lubbock Against Data Centers announced Monday that more than 2,400 people had signed its petition. Organizers previously identified 2,410 valid…
Lubbock Police Search for Missing and Endangered 14-Year-Old Girl
LUBBOCK, Texas — The Lubbock Police Department is asking for the public’s help finding a 14-year-old girl who has been classified as missing and endangered. According to an alert issued by Lubbock police, Jzae Madrid was last seen at approximately 6 a.m. Monday, July 27, in the 8600 block of 10th Place in west Lubbock. Police provided the following description:…
Two Men Face $2.7 Million Bonds Each in Lubbock-Area Card-Skimming Case
LUBBOCK, Texas — Two men accused of installing card-skimming devices at stores across West Texas face bonds totaling at least…
Suspect Arrested After Fatal Assault at Central Lubbock Motel
LUBBOCK, Texas — A man has been arrested on a murder charge following the death of a 60-year-old who was…
Sorsby’s court victory over NCAA proved temporary; quarterback will sit out 2026 after leaving Texas Tech
A judge initially cleared Brendan Sorsby to play under strict conditions, but the quarterback later dismissed his lawsuit and was…
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Expenses rising higher than expected revenue has city looking at challenging budget for fiscal 2026-27
City officials say specialized expenses—such as emergency vehicles, road materials and public-safety facilities—are increasing much faster than tax and fee collections Lubbock officials are preparing for a difficult 2026-27 budget process as modest revenue growth collides with rapidly increasing costs for vehicles, construction materials, employee compensation and other municipal needs.…
Lubbock County Judge Candidates Clash Over Leadership, Growth and Spending
Curtis Parrish defended the county’s record and planning efforts, while challenger Wesley Houck argued that division and unclear priorities were slowing progress. The two Republican candidates for Lubbock County judge presented sharply different assessments of local government during the 2026 primary campaign. Incumbent Curtis Parrish, who was seeking a third…
Lubbock likely to delay Civic Center tax vote until 2027
City leaders say they need firmer construction costs, operating projections and a clearer financing plan before asking voters to approve a hotel-tax increase Lubbock voters are unlikely to decide the future of a proposed hotel-tax increase for the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center this November, as city officials say too many…
Facebook restores The806er two days after removing popular Lubbock page
The suspension prompted an intense local debate over the page’s reporting practices, misinformation, platform moderation and free expression Facebook restored the popular and sometimes controversial Lubbock page The806er on Friday, two days after suspending it and locking its operator out of his personal account. The page, operated by Terence Eteng…
Lubbock approves zoning change and land sale for proposed youth sports complex
The Forge plans a 60,000-square-foot facility near 104th Street and Milwaukee Avenue, while developers say direct access to Milwaukee could address neighborhood traffic concerns A proposed indoor youth sports complex in southwest Lubbock has cleared two important municipal hurdles after the City Council approved a commercial zoning change and the…
Anti-data-center meeting turns confrontational as mayor defends need for business tax revenue
LUBBOCK, Texas — A community meeting opposing large-scale data centers ended tensely after an audience member shouted and used profanity at Mayor Mark McBrayer, prompting the mayor to say he would not accept disrespectful treatment. About 100 people attended the July 8 gathering at the YWCA in central Lubbock. Citizens…
Neugebauer pauses Fermi proxy battle, but Texas Tech-linked Project Matador still faces major decisions
Toby Neugebauer has suspended his campaign to overhaul Fermi Inc.’s board, temporarily ending a public struggle over control of the company developing a massive energy and artificial-intelligence campus on land connected to the Texas Tech University System. The decision stops Neugebauer’s current effort to collect shareholder authorizations for a special…
Most speakers at Lubbock data-center meeting call for ban or moratorium
LUBBOCK, Texas — Roughly 500 people attended a special Lubbock City Council meeting on large-scale data centers, with an overwhelming majority of speakers urging city leaders to prohibit the facilities or pause their development instead of attempting to regulate them. The July 7 meeting at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center…
Perry warns Lubbock ISD over library books; district says its review process follows Texas law
LUBBOCK, Texas — A disagreement over books in Lubbock Independent School District libraries has become a test of whether Texas’ newest library law goes far enough—or whether lawmakers will return to Austin seeking stricter controls. State Sen. Charles Perry told Lubbock ISD trustees at their June 25 meeting that some…
Lubbock County approves $1-a-year Expo Center lease in split vote, but control questions remain
The 3-2 decision advances financing for the north Lubbock venue, although two county officials warned that the agreement provides no simple way to exit during its initial 27-year term. Lubbock County commissioners approved a long-term lease for the proposed Lubbock County Expo Center on a 3-2 vote, advancing the public-private…