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Legendary West Texas radio personality Jim Stewart, who served as KFYO Farm Director for over 20 years, passed away peacefully at home on June 4, 2026. The community mourns a trusted voice and passionate Texas Tech supporter.v

Texas Tech softball falls to UT in the 2026 WCWS Finals for the second straight year. Despite the heartbreak, the Red Raiders celebrate a historic season as star pitcher NiJaree Canady prepares for the professional AUSL draft.

Texas has expanded its newborn screening panel to 60 conditions, adding a rare enzyme deficiency called GAMT. Here is what the new test means for Texas parents and how the screening process works.

Texas Tech softball drops Game 1 of the WCWS Finals to UT 7-3 after an early pitching struggle. The Red Raiders look to unlock their signature defense and bounce back tonight to force a winner-take-all Game 3.

Texas Tech softball is heading back to the WCWS finals after beating Alabama twice in one night. The Red Raiders face a massive championship rematch against UT starting Wednesday.

CBP is warning Texas travelers about the New World Screwworm, a deadly flesh-eating parasite nearing the border. The larvae burrow into live tissue, threatening livestock and pets. Texas officials urge immediate reporting.

Texas Tech softball dominated Mississippi State with an 8-0 run-rule victory in the Women's College World Series opener. NiJaree Canady threw four scoreless innings, while Jackie Lis homered to spark the offense.

Join the Lubbock community this Saturday, May 30, at 2 p.m. to celebrate Chad Hasty. Attend the service at The Message Church or watch the YouTube livestream. Plus, learn how to support his TTU scholarship.

Following mid-May wildfires that charred 40,000 Panhandle acres, Amarillo is waiving landfill fees. VOAD is offering free debris cleanup and Airbnb temporary housing. Call 211 before June 4 to apply for emergency relief.

Texas DPS is updating driver's licenses for the Driving with Disability Program. The changes aim to improve roadside communication between law enforcement and drivers with conditions like autism, PTSD, or hearing loss.