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East Texas towns have plenty of personality, so what would happen if we reimagined them as fairytale kingdoms? Just in time for Halloween, this playful list matches East Texas communities with enchanted worlds, royal characters, and storybook settings inspired by each town's unique vibe...

TxDOT data reveals October and November are the deadliest months for pedestrians, with 68% of fatalities occurring at night. As days grow shorter, dark streets pose major risks across Texas. Stay vigilant on nighttime roads.

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos in Lubbock starting on Halloween with the free Celebración exhibit at the Buddy Holly Center. Local art, masquerade balls, and family runs offer plenty of festive options for everyone.

Four major country acts are stepping back or breaking up in 2026, marking the end of an era for longtime fans.

South Plains fog rolled in thick this week, turning familiar roads into something you had to navigate slowly and carefully.

They've lived so much life together, with more new chapters around the bend.

Each decade gave Lubbock young people different playgrounds, from arcade joints in the eighties to Discovery Zone in the nineties.

Police in South Carolina are done investigating the Aug. 16 death of actress Hayden Panettiere.

Lubbock's teenagers today look nothing like the mall-hopping kids from a generation ago. Where are they actually hanging out now?

Most Halloween candy tampering fears are overblown, but one real danger deserves your attention this year.

Starbucks Red Cup Day returns Tuesday, November 17, with holiday favorites and new drinks like the Tiramisu Velvet. Here’s what to know.

You're getting an extra hour of sleep this weekend. Don't forget to set those few stubborn household clocks back before bed Saturday night.

Domino’s is expanding in Amarillo. A new store planned for North Amarillo is a $1 million project with a Summer 2027 completion date.

Travel safety is an important part of planning an international trip, especially when a destination faces security concerns, political unrest, or other risks. But according to the U.S. Department of State there are some locations that Texans should avoid...

East Texas has its own identity, traditions, and small-town charm that make it feel different from the rest of Texas. From avoiding big-city traffic to celebrating the things that make life here special, these fun reasons explain why East Texas could be its own country at least in the imagination of the people who call it home...

East Texas may be known for cowboy stereotypes and rural backroads, but life in the Piney Woods is more than outsiders might expect. From growing traffic and expanding cities to the quiet country roads locals still love, this fun comparison explores what people think East Texas is like versus what it's really like...

Lubbock Police arrested five men during "Operation Trick or Trap," a multi-agency sting targeting online child exploitation. The suspects face severe felony charges, including online solicitation of a minor and drug possession.

Red Raiders fans are hungry for a win this Halloween weekend, and Arizona visitors should probably pack a change of clothes just in case.

Cody Johnson went from fighting in different towns to winning country music's biggest awards. His rise tells a wild story.

Donald Trump drew massive crowds at the Lubbock Civic Center during a rally for Ken Paxton. The historic event brought global attention and spotlighted local Lubbock businesses in a rare presidential stop.

'We went down a lot of roads, lived a lot of life and saw a lot of sunsets together.'

Skip the all-day cooking marathon this year. Local spots across town are handling turkey, sides, and desserts so you can focus on family.

In his book 'Heart Life Music,' Chesney details how opening his heart to dogs helped shape his relationship with girlfriend Mary Nolan, and suggests that he and Nolan may have undergone a romantic breakup.

Governor Amanda Clark may not be the goody two-shoes we think she is.