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Texas Tech police officers speak with students outside the Student Union following Charlie Kirk memorial incident.

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Texas Tech student in Charlie Kirk memorial incident is ‘no longer enrolled’

Texas Tech University has confirmed that a student is “no longer enrolled” after an incident…

lubbock-sucksSeptember 15, 2025

University of Texas at Austin Tower seen through library window blinds with bookshelf inside.

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Professors want to leave Texas because of tense political climate, survey says

Many Texas professors are looking for jobs in different states, citing a climate of fear…

lubbock-sucksSeptember 5, 2025

Texas State Senator Brandon Creighton, expected to be named sole finalist for Texas Tech University System chancellor, photographed at the Texas Capitol.

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Sen. Brandon Creighton’s switch from lawmaking to Texas Tech leader signals a new era for higher ed

As the clock wound down on the year’s second overtime legislative session, Lt. Gov. Dan…

lubbock-sucksSeptember 5, 2025

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State Sen. Brandon Creighton expected to be sole finalist for Texas Tech chancellor

State Sen. Brandon Creighton, the architect of major higher education reforms that banned diversity programs,…

lubbock-sucksAugust 31, 2025

3D illustration of the measles virus, showing its detailed structure with surface proteins.

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As Measles Exploded, Officials in Texas Looked to CDC Scientists. Under Trump, No One Answered.

As measles surged in Texas early this year, the Trump administration’s actions sowed fear and…

lubbock-sucksAugust 25, 2025

Shoppers in a store aisle picking out school supplies as rising tariffs drive up prices on everyday items.

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Rising school supply costs tied to new tariffs, Texas Tech professor weighs in

Tariffs, by nature, are taxes imposed by a government on imported products, which can impact…

lubbock-sucksAugust 23, 2025

Exterior of the Nelda Thompson Community Services Building, home to Lubbock Area United Way, on a sunny day.

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Amid financial uncertainty, who is advocating for West Texas nonprofits?

Lubbock Area United Way is a nonprofit that organizes local partners, provides support and resources…

lubbock-sucksAugust 8, 2025

Lubbock ISD building sign with Texas and American flags flying in the background under a blue sky.

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Misinformation, money questions arise in Lubbock ISD bond vote; district, parents try to plan ahead

Lubbock Independent School District’s $290 million bond is drawing attention and raising questions about local…

lubbock-sucksApril 28, 2025

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How Much of Lubbock County Voted for Trump in the 2024 Presidential Election?

Trump Dominates Lubbock County Voting in 2024 In the 2024 presidential election, former President Donald…

lubbock-sucksNovember 25, 2024

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Population growth, school support, and voter’s voices: Lubbock talks 2024 elections

With more than 85,000 votes in Lubbock County, more voters chose former president Donald Trump…

lubbock-sucksNovember 6, 2024

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Texas Tech student in Charlie Kirk memorial incident is ‘no longer enrolled’

Professors want to leave Texas because of tense political climate, survey says

Sen. Brandon Creighton’s switch from lawmaking to Texas Tech leader signals a new era for higher ed

State Sen. Brandon Creighton expected to be sole finalist for Texas Tech chancellor

As Measles Exploded, Officials in Texas Looked to CDC Scientists. Under Trump, No One Answered.

Rising school supply costs tied to new tariffs, Texas Tech professor weighs in

Amid financial uncertainty, who is advocating for West Texas nonprofits?

Misinformation, money questions arise in Lubbock ISD bond vote; district, parents try to plan ahead

How Much of Lubbock County Voted for Trump in the 2024 Presidential Election?

Population growth, school support, and voter’s voices: Lubbock talks 2024 elections

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