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5 things to know: Wednesday

5 things to know: Wednesday; Commercial vacancy rate increases, giving Lubbock new eyesores, Texas Tech's new micro-gin helping improve cotton industry, UPDATED: Driver has life-threatening injuries after Clovis Rd. crash, President Trump's pick for CIA fights to secure her position, Trump declares US leaving 'horrible' Iran nuclear accord

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Trump declares US leaving 'horrible' Iran nuclear accord

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Trump to tell the world whether he plans to follow through on his threat to pull out of the landmark nuclear accord with Iran. More>>

Texas Tech's new micro-gin helping improve cotton industry Video included

The one thing that makes this gin stand out is that it gives students and researchers the opportunity to see first hand the whole entire process. This micro gin is first and foremost an educational research tool. 

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Lubbock lawmakers attend discussion on foster care Video included

Lubbock state lawmakers heard from child care experts on ways to improve the state's broken foster care system. Lubbock representatives Dustin Burrows and John Frullo were part of an extensive Q & A and panel discussion on the matter. 

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Amarillo EDC to fund up to $69 million to Tech vet school

The Amarillo Economic Development Corporation will fund up to $69 million to ensure the Texas Tech Veterinary School is constructed.

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UPDATED: Driver has life-threatening injuries after Clovis Rd. crash

A driver is fighting life-threatening injuries after a head-on crash in north Lubbock.

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Grand jurors hand down several indictments Video included

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The Lubbock grand jury indicted a man accused of beating his former girlfriend for downloading Snapchat. It's among several serious indictments handed down Tuesday. 

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Commercial vacancy rate increases, giving Lubbock new eyesores

Driving around town, It is noticeable. Lubbock has it's fair share of abandoned or vacant buildings. They sit there empty, often in various stages of decay, with growing weeds and boarded windows. 

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Early voting May 14-18 for primary runoffs, election day May 22

Early voting for the primary runoffs runs Monday, May 14 through Friday, May 18. Find where to vote here.

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McEachern to become Lubbock assistant city manager

McEachern, photo from City of Lubbock McEachern, photo from City of Lubbock

Jesica McEachern will join the City of Lubbock as an assistant city manager.

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Look Around Lubbock: Art Peace

The mission of Art Peace is to gather local artists of all types who utilize their gifts to give back to the Lubbock community. Art Peace hosts Creatives Who Care to raise money for One Voice Home. There will be art for sale and all proceeds go to One Voice Home. 

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Plainview Downtown Association presents “Mother’s Day Special”

Plainview Downtown Association will be presenting the Mother’s Day Special “Second Saturday” in Plainview’s downtown historical district on Saturday, May 8th beginning at 10:00 a.m. and continuing throughout the day.

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Biking may be the secret to a longer life

Biking to work may extend your life.

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5 things to know: Tuesday

5 things to know: Tuesday; Council to deliberate Auditorium-Coliseum timeline, home for ABC Pro Rodeo, Lubbock will receive national recognition on C-SPAN, UPDATE: C.J. Peterson takes "personal leave" after DWI arrest, Trump to reveal Iran deal's fate amid low hopes for survival, Alleged Waffle House shooter fails to appear before court

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New York attorney general resigns amid abuse allegations Video included

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Four women who have had romantic relationships with New York's attorney general have accused him of physically abusing them. More>>

Lubbock will receive national recognition on C-SPAN Video included

C-SPAN'S 2018 cities tour takes "Book TV" and "American History TV" and hits the road traveling across the country. One stop will be in Lubbock. 

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Council to deliberate Auditorium-Coliseum timeline, home for ABC Pro Rodeo Video included

It was a close one. Prop A won by 526 votes Saturday. The city will abandon the Municipal Auditorium and coliseum, letting Texas Tech repurpose the land and do the demolishing.

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Heart of Lubbock Neighborhood shows appreciation for Dupree Elementary Video included

The Heart of Lubbock Neighborhood Association showed some love for teachers at Dupree Elementary, with an appreciation lunch.

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UPDATE: C.J. Peterson takes "personal leave" after DWI arrest Video included

A Lubbock County Constable was arrested and charged for driving while intoxicated and booked into jail Sunday morning.

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Officer East Jr., Deputy Sheriff Fann honored at Peace Officer Memorial Video included

Honor guards from the Sheriff's Department represent Lubbock at the state's Peace Officer Memorial.

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Lubbock ISD bus involved in minor crash at MLK and 24th

A Lubbock ISD bus carrying seven elementary school students was traveling north on Martin Luther King Blvd when a minivan swerved to avoid a prairie dog.

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Man arrested after entering West Texas school brandishing knife

(AP) - A West Texas high school was locked down briefly after a man police suspected of being mentally ill entered the school brandishing a knife.

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Young Entrepreneurs Academy information session set for May 14

(Press Release) The Lubbock Chamber Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) will host an Information Session for students in grades 6-12, their families, and local business leaders on Mon., May 14, from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Main Event.

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Monster's Lair Comics hosts comic book enthusiasts Video included

The first Saturday of May every year is "Free Comic Book Day." It allows collectors, first timers, and businesses alike a way to explore that genre of literature.

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UPDATE: Victims' names released from fatal wreck near New Deal

A woman is dead, and another person hospitalized after a crash just west of New Deal. 

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Garden and Arts Center to host summer camps

The Art Factory Camp is an award winning one-week program for children ages 6-12 that provides a week's worth of activities designed to stimulate creativity and help young artists develop skills.

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EPPLER: "Never Really Here" is killer good Video included

"You Were Never Really Here" is a violent, visceral viewing experience. FOX34's James Eppler has the review

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REACTION: What coliseum vote means for Tech sports Video included

Chuck Heinz and Jamie Lent on Double T 97.3 discuss what should happen next with the auditorium and coliseum

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ADHD symptoms different for boys v girls

If you're worried your child may have a-d-h-d, attention hyperactivity disorder, keep in mind that doctors say symptoms may not be what you think. 

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Look Around Lubbock: Mother's Day floral ideas Video included

The Fig and Flower, a local flower shop, proudly serves the Lubbock area. It's a family owned and operated business committed to offering = floral arrangements and gifts, backed by service that is friendly and ...

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5 things to know: Monday

5 things to know: Monday; May 5 final election results: city to abandon Auditorium-Coliseum, DEVELOPING: Lubbock County Constable arrested for DWI, 100-year-old man's life and legacy in Levelland, Survey shows 87 percent of people want more mental support for kids, LFR urges wildfire prevention with the week's high temps

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Coronado Seniors prep for Division I football Video included

The school year is winding down, and high school students are preparing to move on to new opportunities. For two Coronado High School football players, that includes traveling almost one thousand miles to a school that has local connections. 

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New Catholic student center opens for Texas Tech

The Diocese of Lubbock, Saint Elizabeth University Parish and Raider Catholic announced the opening of John Saleh Catholic Student Center.

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100-year-old man's life and legacy in Levelland Video included

If you live in Levelland, you most likely know Nathan Tubb. He has spent nearly 100 years of his life in the town. 

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Hub City NORML participates in Global Marijuana March movement Video included

Hub City NORML marched a few dozen people to the courthouse, aligned with the Global Marijuana March movement.

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County firefighters fight grass fires Sunday afternoon Video included

Wolfforth Fire: Photo via Jason Zachman Wolfforth Fire: Photo via Jason Zachman

Firefighters fight a couple grass fires in Lubbock County Sunday afternoon.

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West Loop 289 mainlanes closure scheduled for Monday, Tuesday

(Press Release) Overnight work to remove roadway striping along the west Loop 289 mainlanes is scheduled for the night of Monday, May 7, and into Tuesday, May 8, morning.

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Police: Man unlawfully restrains woman in NE Lubbock home early Sunday morning

Early Sunday morning, police arrested a man following a SWAT callout near Niter and E 1st St. 

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May 5 final election results: city to abandon Auditorium-Coliseum Video included

Click for results of the May 5 city and school board elections. 

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Suspect arrested for wielding a machete, firing gun early Saturday morning

Lubbock police arrest a man they say threatened his wife and children with a machete, then fired a gun into the air and into the couple's vehicle early Saturday morning.

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Survey shows 87 percent of people want more mental support for kids Video included

A Harris poll reveals four in five Americans want more mental health diagnostics and treatments when it comes to children. Adam Schmidt, an Assistant Professor at Texas Tech, feels the issues could stem from lack of awareness. 

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Ramirez Elementary students celebrate cultures in Festival of Nations Video included

Ramirez Elementary put on its Festival of Nations, encouraging students and staff to pick a culture, learn more about it, then represent it with clothes, presentations, dancing, crafts, language and music.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters Lubbock holds weekend of fundraising Video included

Big Brothers Big Sisters Lubbock is short more than a hundred role models. So SERVPRO is helping raise money and helping recruit "Bigs" for that mentoring organization with a golf tournament.

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A vote to keep the Auditorium and Coliseum will cost taxpayers millions Video included

Saturday the fate of the Coliseum and Auditorium are  in your hands.  

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'Schoolhouse Rock Junior' performance nostalgic for teachers everywhere

The Hub Performing Arts School presented "Schoolhouse Rock Junior" with its junior competition team.

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Phone scams reported around multiple counties

Bailey County Sheriff's Office is warning residents of a phone scam where someone is calling and claiming to be the Sheriff.

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The Buddy Holly Center to hold a Tie Dye Workshop

(Press Release) The Buddy Holly Center is excited to offer a Tie Dye Workshop on Saturday, May 12 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

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Friday, Wine Day! Video included

Mary Wilmeth from the Triple D Winery and Restaurant teaches us the proper way to do a wine tasting. There's more to the reason why they bring you just a splash! More>>

Lubbock to be in national spotlight

Mayor Dan Pope and Altice USA (NYSE: ATUS), one of the largest broadband communications and video services providers in the U.S. and provider of Suddenlink-branded products and services in the Lubbock metro area, will welcome C-SPAN to Lubbock on Monday, May 7, at 3 p.m.

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What's happening in Lubbock this weekend, May 3-6 Video included

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Texas suing to end 'Dreamers' program once and for all

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Texas and six other states are suing to end once and for all a program that would protect some young immigrants from deportation. More>>

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  • Paul scores 41 as Rockets eliminate Jazz 112-102

    Paul scores 41 as Rockets eliminate Jazz 112-102

    Chris Paul scored a playoff career-high 41 points with eight 3-pointers to finally reach the conference finals, helping the Houston Rockets eliminate the Utah Jazz 112-102 in Game 5 on Tuesday night. It will be Houston's second trip to the Western Conference finals in four years and the first ever for Paul. 

    Chris Paul scored a playoff career-high 41 points with eight 3-pointers to finally reach the conference finals, helping the Houston Rockets eliminate the Utah Jazz 112-102 in Game 5 on Tuesday night. It will be Houston's second trip to the Western Conference finals in four years and the first ever for Paul. 

  • Yamamoto sinks final birdie to complete a 1-under round in Austin

    Yamamoto sinks final birdie to complete a 1-under round in Austin

    Mami YamamotoMami Yamamoto
    Mami YamamotoMami Yamamoto

    Mami Yamamoto sank a 20-foot birdie putt to close a 1-under-par 71 round Tuesday afternoon as she led Texas Tech through the second day of the NCAA Austin Regional held at the University of Texas Golf Club. 

    Mami Yamamoto sank a 20-foot birdie putt to close a 1-under-par 71 round Tuesday afternoon as she led Texas Tech through the second day of the NCAA Austin Regional held at the University of Texas Golf Club. 

  • No. 11 Lady Raiders Host Army in NCAA Opening Round

    No. 11 Lady Raiders Host Army in NCAA Opening Round

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    Gabriela TalabaGabriela Talaba

    The No. 11 Texas Tech Women’s Tennis team is set to host its third consecutive NCAA regional tournament this weekend at the McLeod Tennis Center. The Lady Raiders (20-6) welcome Army, Princeton and Illinois to Lubbock for the two-day tournament. Princeton (19-3) will face off with Illinois (21-5) in the first match on Friday at 10 a.m. followed by Texas Tech and Army (21-6) at 1 p.m. 

    The No. 11 Texas Tech Women’s Tennis team is set to host its third consecutive NCAA regional tournament this weekend at the McLeod Tennis Center. The Lady Raiders (20-6) welcome Army, Princeton and Illinois to Lubbock for the two-day tournament. Princeton (19-3) will face off with Illinois (21-5) in the first match on Friday at 10 a.m. followed by Texas Tech and Army (21-6) at 1 p.m. 

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  • Volcanic gases prompt door-to-door evacuation in Hawaii

    Volcanic gases prompt door-to-door evacuation in Hawaii

    Wednesday, May 9 2018 5:32 AM EDT2018-05-09 09:32:42 GMT
    (Hollyn Johnson/Hawaii Tribune-Herald via AP). A fissure erupts near the intersection of Kahukai Street and Leilani Avenue in Leilani Estates, Tuesday, May 8, 2018, in Pahoa, Hawaii. Hawaii County officials issued mandatory evacuation orders for two ne...(Hollyn Johnson/Hawaii Tribune-Herald via AP). A fissure erupts near the intersection of Kahukai Street and Leilani Avenue in Leilani Estates, Tuesday, May 8, 2018, in Pahoa, Hawaii. Hawaii County officials issued mandatory evacuation orders for two ne...
    Hawaii County officials issued mandatory evacuation orders Tuesday for any stragglers in Lanipuna Gardens to leave immediately after two new fissures opened and were emitting dangerous gases.
    Hawaii County officials issued mandatory evacuation orders Tuesday for any stragglers in Lanipuna Gardens to leave immediately after two new fissures opened and were emitting dangerous gases.
  • Newsom a target in last California governor debate

    Newsom a target in last California governor debate

    Wednesday, May 9 2018 5:14 AM EDT2018-05-09 09:14:42 GMT
    (Aric Crabb/San Jose Mercury News-Bay Area News Group via AP). Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gavin Newsom speaks during a debate at the California Theatre, Tuesday, May 8, 2018, in San Jose, Calif.(Aric Crabb/San Jose Mercury News-Bay Area News Group via AP). Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gavin Newsom speaks during a debate at the California Theatre, Tuesday, May 8, 2018, in San Jose, Calif.
    The candidates for California sparred over issues from immigration and taxes to infidelity in the last major debate of the race for California governor.
    The candidates for California sparred over issues from immigration and taxes to infidelity in the last major debate of the race for California governor.
  • 'Kink community' angry at New York attorney general comments

    'Kink community' angry at New York attorney general comments

    Wednesday, May 9 2018 5:14 AM EDT2018-05-09 09:14:38 GMT
    (AP Photo/Mike Groll, File). FILE - In this May 2, 2016, file photo, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman talks to media members after Law Day at the Court of Appeals in Albany, N.Y. Schneiderman resigned from office Monday, May 7, 2018, after s...(AP Photo/Mike Groll, File). FILE - In this May 2, 2016, file photo, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman talks to media members after Law Day at the Court of Appeals in Albany, N.Y. Schneiderman resigned from office Monday, May 7, 2018, after s...
    Many members of the kink community are outraged that Eric Schneiderman, in resigning as New York's attorney general, depicted his alleged violence toward several women as "role-playing and other consensual sexual...
    Many members of the kink community are outraged that Eric Schneiderman, in resigning as New York's attorney general, depicted his alleged violence toward several women as "role-playing and other consensual sexual activity.".
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  • The Latest: Moon, Abe discuss N. Korea's denuclearization

    The Latest: Moon, Abe discuss N. Korea's denuclearization

    Wednesday, May 9 2018 5:34 AM EDT2018-05-09 09:34:10 GMT
    (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, Pool). Chinese Premier Li Keqiang, left, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, center, and South Korean President Moon Jae-in, right, pose for photographers prior to their summit in Tokyo Wednesday, May 9, 2018. The summit is ex...(AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, Pool). Chinese Premier Li Keqiang, left, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, center, and South Korean President Moon Jae-in, right, pose for photographers prior to their summit in Tokyo Wednesday, May 9, 2018. The summit is ex...
    China, Japan and South Korea have agreed to work together to get North Korea to give up its nuclear weapons and on a three-way and regional free trade agreements.
    China, Japan and South Korea have agreed to work together to get North Korea to give up its nuclear weapons and on a three-way and regional free trade agreements.
  • The Latest: Iran's leader: Trump 'cannot do a damn thing'

    The Latest: Iran's leader: Trump 'cannot do a damn thing'

    Wednesday, May 9 2018 5:34 AM EDT2018-05-09 09:34:05 GMT
    The Latest: Iranian news outlets weigh Trump's decision to pull America out of nuclear deal.
    The Latest: Iranian news outlets weigh Trump's decision to pull America out of nuclear deal.
  • Suicide bombers strike in Afghan capital, 6 wounded

    Suicide bombers strike in Afghan capital, 6 wounded

    Wednesday, May 9 2018 5:34 AM EDT2018-05-09 09:34:00 GMT
    Several loud explosions could be heard in Afghanistan's capital, where the Taliban and an Islamic State affiliate have carried out a series of massive attacks in recent months.
    Several loud explosions could be heard in Afghanistan's capital, where the Taliban and an Islamic State affiliate have carried out a series of massive attacks in recent months.
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