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LOCAL NEWS

Trump Rally Scheduled in Lubbock October 27

Tuesday, October 27 • Remarks at 2:30 p.m. • Read the full Chronicle story →

Oct 21, 2026

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Lubbock Early Voting Analysis: Historic Republican Voters Lead After Two Days

County data show 17,493 classified voters; voting-history categories do not reveal ballot choices

Oct 20, 2026

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Texas Tech Soccer Returns Home Thursday After First Loss of Season

Oct 20, 2026

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Lubbock Fire Rescue Warns Residents About Carbon Monoxide as Temperatures Fall

Oct 20, 2026

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Lubbock Bandidos Chapter President Sentenced to 135 Months in Federal Prison

Oct 20, 2026

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Two More Women Accuse Judge Parrish of Sexual Misconduct; He Calls Allegations False

Reported first at The Lubbock Report

Oct 20, 2026

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Lubbock-Cooper Voters to Decide School Tax Proposition

Voters to decide tax increase for district property owners.

Oct 20, 2026

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FM 41 at US 87 to Close Overnight Wednesday for Bridge Work

Drivers south of Lubbock should plan for a detour Wednesday night at FM 41 and US 87.

Oct 20, 2026

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Former Buffalo Springs Lake Manager Seeks Seat on Board That Fired Him

CURRENT IN LUBBOCK

Weather

Tuesday, Oct. 20, 6 a.m. — Mild temperatures continue today, with highs near the low 70s. The National Weather Service notes a slight chance of showers or thunderstorms in parts of the South Plains. Tonight: partly cloudy, lows near 55°F. Rain chances increase this weekend.

THE WEEK AHEAD

Tuesday — Mostly sunny, high near 72°F; isolated showers possible in the region.

Wednesday — Mostly sunny, high near 77°F.

Thursday — Mostly sunny, high near 78°F.

Friday — Partly sunny, high near 76°F; 20% chance of showers Friday night.

Saturday — Mostly cloudy, high near 70°F; 40% chance of showers or thunderstorms.

Sunday — Mostly cloudy, high near 66°F; 50% chance of showers.

Forecast conditions may change. Check the full NWS forecast for updates.

Source: National Weather Service Lubbock

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2026 ELECTION CENTER

Early voting: October 19–30 • Election Day: November 3

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The Lubbock Chronicle sample ballot is a reader resource, not an official ballot. Verify locations and hours with the county elections office.

EVENTS & CALENDAR

Event Stories

Blue October at Buddy Holly Hall — October 23

The band's Foiled anniversary tour stops in Lubbock Friday, October 23.

Hub City Renaissance Faire Returns October 24

An upcoming local faire, with activities and event information in the full story.

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Upcoming Events

Times and dates are subject to change. Confirm details with the venue or organizer.

MORE LOCAL NEWS

Recent local stories and developments from the Chronicle's coverage. For complete reporting, browse the editions in our Archive.

LISD discusses future district plans

Recent coverage of school district planning and public discussion in the October 11 edition.

Read October 11 coverage →

Lubbock County property-fraud alerts

Residents can register for free alerts about newly recorded documents through the county clerk.

Read October 12 coverage →

Loop 88 changes at Avenues U and P

TxDOT reports changes to intersections and local traffic circulation.

Read October 12 coverage →

Current road conditions

Check current construction, road closures and travel conditions before heading out.

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Early voting and the 2026 ballot

Information and resources to help Lubbock County voters prepare for November.

Read October 12 voter coverage →

Area high-school football

Find current South Plains high-school football scores, schedules and coverage.

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