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Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two Lubbock County deputies were hospitalized yesterday after a semitruck struck their patrol unit on Highway 87 while they were helping a stranded motorist—causing heavy traffic delays as emergency crews responded and investigators probed the cause. KFYO
- ➤ On Monday morning, two Lubbock County sheriff’s deputies were seriously injured in a crash with a semi-truck on I-27 at 98th Street — emergency crews transported the deputies and one other injured person to UMC while setting detours for southbound drivers. KCBD
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kpop Ramen opened in Lubbock and sold out during its opening weekend as locals ordered a mix of ramen and Korean fried chicken nuggets via dine-in, takeout, and Uber Eats. The restaurant thanked the community on social media and took a day to restock its supplies. KKAM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Tech Police Department advises riders to check the driver’s identity, verify the car details, and stay in well-lit areas—advice given after multiple reports of sexual assault linked to rideshare drivers near campus. Officer Caitlynn Jeffries adds that riders should keep a charged phone, travel with friends when possible, and cancel rides if they feel unsafe. KCBD
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas Tech University celebrates HSI Week with events that began Monday at Red Raider Plaza (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and continues today with Lotería Night (6 to 7:30 p.m.) at Doak Hall, with additional activities planned through Friday to support Hispanic student success. The Daily Toreader
- ➤ CASA of the South Plains in Lubbock is asking residents to help foster children face school challenges by volunteering as advocates or donating monthly, with a goal to add 50 new Heroes for Hope by December 31. Last year the organization helped 375 children—89 of whom found permanent homes while volunteers donated over 7,200 hours to support kids adjusting to new schools and homes. KKAM
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Thousand Below Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Jake's Sports Cafe — Ticket pricing unknown — Experience the ambient and hopeful sounds of Thousand Below as they explore themes of loss and healing.
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Sawyer Brown & Kat Hasty Concert
7:45-9:45 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of live country music for charity featuring Sawyer Brown and Kat Hasty.
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NB Ridaz Live in Lubbock, Texas
12:00 – 4:59 AM — 1928 Buddy Holly Ave — No refunds — Experience the ultimate concert vibes with NB Ridaz and groove to their classic hits.
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