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Lubbock · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lubbock public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
This is your chance to weigh in on how the city handles everything from water and wastewater to street maintenance and public safety. The Council wants to hear how these services are impacting your neighborhood.
That huge data center planned for northeast Lubbock? It's not happening. The company behind it just backed out, so the project is officially dead.
Lubbock just confirmed its first human case of West Nile Virus this year, so it's time to be extra careful. Make sure to dump out any standing water in your yard and keep the bug spray handy when you're outside.
Big news for Lubbock's northeast side! A giant 936-acre data center might be built there, and the city council is set to make a decision soon. This development could totally reshape that part of town.
Lubbock just signed its first-ever deal with the police union on how they'll hash out pay and working conditions. This new 'meet and confer' agreement sets the stage for how city officials and officers will collaborate on important issues.
The council adopted a budget and tax rate that increases property taxes by 6.78% to cover increased public safety costs, raising taxes by about $103 annually on an average home.
A police chase in Lubbock ended in a fatal shooting this morning, leaving the community searching for answers. This incident is expected to reignite local debates regarding law enforcement tactics and the city's overall safety protocols.
A 20-year-old man was killed by police in East Lubbock after a high-speed chase. The incident is already raising serious questions about how our local police handle pursuits and use force.
Get ready for more road work, Lubbock! The construction on FM 41 at the US 87 bridge is back on and expected to finish by the end of 2027. This project aims to improve safety and traffic flow in the area.
Lubbock is looking at changing the fees developers pay when they build new stuff. This could mean your rent or mortgage might go up, but it could also mean better city services for everyone.
The council approved several agreements, including those for bus stop usage, park naming rights, law enforcement services, and training.
Lubbock is scoring a $200,000 federal grant to upgrade police tech without touching local tax dollars. It’s a straightforward win for public safety that helps the department modernize its equipment.