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Tensions are boiling over as the U.S. and Iran trade escalating threats, with Trump warning of a thousand missiles ready to strike if Iran follows through on its vows of revenge. The fragile ceasefire is under fire after Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, declared his nation’s will to retaliate for his father’s killing — a sentiment echoed during the funeral where assassination threats a...

California lawmakers are sounding the alarm as a tiny but deadly bug—the glassy-winged sharpshooter—threatens the state’s $10 billion wine and grape industry. After infested vines allegedly sold at Costco sparked outbreaks in 38 counties, a bipartisan group of reps has urgently requested $30 million from the USDA to combat the spread before it destroys vineyards. With potential annual losses in th...

Yoakum County Hospital in Texas is revolutionizing diabetes care with Physiologic Insulin Resensitization, a breakthrough therapy designed to mimic the body’s natural insulin function—not just chase lab numbers. Developed over a decade, this approach is now reaching rural communities, with patients traveling from across states for results that include dramatic A1C drops, reduced meds, renewed ener...

State Senator Charles Perry is pushing for faster book review processes in Lubbock ISD, arguing that current systems are too slow and still allow inappropriate content to remain on shelves—even after new state laws gave parents more oversight. He’s eyeing AI integration in 2027 to speed things up, but critics warn AI can carry biases and overlook nuanced content. Meanwhile, the district’s library...

A major cyclospora outbreak is sweeping across the U.S., with over 1,500 cases in Michigan alone and investigations underway in 30 states. This parasite, linked to fresh produce and thriving in warm weather, causes watery diarrhea and can hide in single ingredients used across many dishes. While the current source remains unknown, past outbreaks have traced it to raspberries, basil, and cilantro....

A heated community meeting erupted over proposed data center development, with residents demanding an 18-month pause and questioning whether city officials are secretly benefiting. The mayor denied personal gain, citing public campaign records and highlighting how businesses like Leprino Foods fund essential services. But skepticism ran high—some residents argued data centers harm health and local...

Senator Ted Cruz is sounding the alarm as polls show a razor-thin race between Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico, with both tied at 47% in a new NY Times/Siena poll. Cruz calls Talarico “radical” and “extreme,” citing his controversial comments about God being “nonbinary” — a remark Talarico later regretted — and his vegan platform, which Cruz pokes fun at by referencing Texa...

Lubbock cops pulled over a speeding car for 85 in a 75 zone, only to discover a massive meth bust—10.23 pounds of crystal meth hidden in plastic bags. Inside? Meghen Farmer and Manuel Guevara, both charged with intent to deliver. Each faces $100K bond and heavy penalties. This seizure is a major win in the local war on drugs. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.co...

A 25-year-old man, Tamajhe Turner, just received a 15-year federal sentence for firing 20+ rounds at a Lubbock County Sheriff’s Deputy — mistaking him for a rival gang member. The deputy, part of a task force, pulled over Turner and a companion for suspicious behavior, triggering the gunfire that also struck nearby homes. Turner, who also admitted to possessing drugs and cash, pleaded guilty to mu...

State Rep. James Talarico is demanding transparency as he challenges Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office over a controversial plea deal that spared a convicted sex offender, Adam Hoffman, a harsher sentence — and even spared him from Texas’s sex offender registry. Hoffman, who pleaded guilty to crimes against a minor, received a 29-day jail term after Paxton’s office negotiated down felony charge...

If you’re driving north on University Ave in Lubbock next week, brace for a detour—TxDOT’s resurfacing project shuts down northbound lanes July 15–16, rerouting traffic via Cornell St to US 84. Southbound drivers stay unaffected. Weather-dependent, but crews aim to wrap up by Thursday evening. Plan ahead to avoid the headache—and enjoy smoother roads later. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a S...

A former Texas Tech marketing professor turned fentanyl kingpin, Daniel Taylor, 51, has pleaded guilty to running a deadly drug operation out of Lubbock’s Executive Inn, branding his lethal products “Ghost” and “Pink Flamingo” while allegedly drugging prostitutes for his own grat Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@the...

Lubbock County is set to unveil a new Texas Historical Marker this Saturday, honoring the city’s rich baseball heritage from the 1920s, featuring both the Lubbock Hubbers and the groundbreaking Black Hubbers — Lubbock’s first African-American semi-pro team — and celebrating how the sport united the community for decades. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/dis...

Lubbock Fire Rescue just unveiled Brush 206, their brand-new wildland firefighting truck built for rugged terrain and designed to tackle wildfires where regular engines can’t go. Stationed at Fire Station 20 with the Wildland Crew and TIFMAS team, this beastly Ford F-550 comes packed with a winch, heavy-duty pump, water and foam tanks — and it’s all thanks to real firefighter input. As wildfires g...

Cyclosporiasis is surging across the U.S., with Texas reporting 48 confirmed cases as of early July — a sharp uptick from recent years. Caused by a parasite spread through contaminated food or water, it triggers explosive diarrhea, fatigue, cramps, and dehydration. Outbreaks have historically tied to imported produce like cilantro and raspberries, and it doesn’t spread person-to-person. While not...

Maine’s Democratic Senate race just exploded — candidate Graham Platner is stepping down amid a sexual assault allegation, forcing the party to scramble for a replacement before July 27. With less than four months until the election and Maine’s swing-state status at stake, Democrats are holding a convention to pick a new nominee — but details are still fuzzy. Top contenders include progressive Tro...

A 21-year-old man, Juan Reyna, struck a fatal deal for manslaughter after a high-speed chase that ended in a crash — the victim, 68-year-old Monte Lynch, died from diabetic ketoacidosis triggered by the wreck. Reyna, who was 19 at the time, now faces a 10-year deferred sentence with 30 weekend jail days, marking a sobering reckoning for a young man caught in a tragic, volatile moment. Listen in co...

A group of retired judges hit the road across Ohio and Pennsylvania on a bold, high-visibility tour called “Justice in Motion,” stepping out of their usual courtroom silence to warn that America’s legal system is under siege. Facing rising threats, eroding public trust, and political attacks, these former federal and state judges — joined by lawyers and ex-politicians — are rallying communities fr...

Lubbock County is poised to launch a groundbreaking mental health diversion program, turning jail time into treatment for those battling serious mental illness. Inspired by a new state law that empowers officers to intervene during mental health crises, the initiative—modeled after successful Assisted Outpatient Treatment programs across Texas—aims to redirect individuals into care before they spi...

Lubbock Animal Services is bursting at the seams after the Fourth of July fireworks sent dozens of scared dogs fleeing—leading to overcrowding, stress, and compromised care. Director Steven Greene urges pet owners to microchip their animals (it’s permanent, linked to a national database, and registration must be updated) and highlights that every animal gets essential shots, flea/tick treatment, a...

A 21-year-old from Lubbock, Texas, has pleaded guilty to manslaughter after intentionally crashing into a 68-year-old motorcycle rider, Monte Lynch, in a May 2023 confrontation. Though initially thought to be an accident, Lynch later died, prompting a homicide investigation. The suspect, Juan Reyna, was arrested in November and now faces 10 years of deferred adjudication — including 30 days in jai...

A Texas Jeep rollover in 2021 claimed a life—and the driver vanished, walking away from the scene. Three years later, Dominic Pequeno was arrested, and in 2026, he pleaded guilty to leaving the crash site, resulting in a six-year probation with 48 hours of jail time every year on the victim’s birthday. A chilling case of recklessness, delayed justice, and a hauntingly symbolic punishment. Listen i...

Mexico is escalating its demands after the deaths of its citizens in U.S. immigration custody, formally requesting criminal charges for seventeen individuals and civil lawsuits against detention center operators. President Claudia Sheinbaum declared this move goes beyond diplomacy, citing the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo — a longtime U.S. resident — as a breaking point. Mexico accuses...

Montford Unit in Lubbock, Texas, is set to get a $21.5 million upgrade with a brand-new 50,000-square-foot corrections dormitory for 400 inmates—construction starts October 1, 2024, and wraps by March 31, 2028. This expansion boosts capacity for critical mental health care inside one of the nation’s most specialized psychiatric prisons, signaling a major step toward addressing the mental health cr...

Tropical Storm Maysak unleashed catastrophic flooding across southern China, claiming 39 lives—with 26 drowning when a dam failed in Hengzhou and 9 still missing in Guangxi. Rainfall hit over 35 inches, swamping towns, trapping thousands, and forcing rescues of 10,000 students and teachers. Zoos lost over 100 animals, including zebras and tropical birds, while snakes escaped farms, prompting antiv...