October 30, 2026
Local Lubbock Area News from the Lubbock Chronicle
Today's Lead
Jury finds former Lubbock nurse guilty in infant's death. A Lubbock County jury found former licensed vocational nurse Debra Fraher, 71, guilty Friday of reckless bodily injury to a disabled child in connection with the 2023 death of a ventilator-dependent 4-month-old. Fraher faces up to 20 years in prison; sentencing is pending before Judge Douglas Freitag. Read KCBD's original courtroom reporting.
Three Important Stories to Keep Handy
Early voting ends at 8 tonight. Lubbock County counted 72,376 early votes through Thursday, already above the combined 2018 and 2022 early-voting totals. The 21 county locations are scheduled to close at 8 p.m. Friday. Read the Chronicle's turnout report and see voting locations.
Rain and flooding remain concerns this evening. The National Weather Service's Friday afternoon briefing says rain will gradually taper off this evening, with temperatures in the 50s. The Flood Watch remains posted until 8 p.m. Friday. Read the Chronicle's Flood Watch report and see the latest NWS update.
Texas Tech faces Arizona Saturday. No. 13 Texas Tech hosts No. 22 Arizona at 11 a.m. Saturday at Galaxy Stadium, with ESPN carrying the game. Read the game preview.
Raider Report
Yormark Out, Bring Back the Tortillas! Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark will depart January 31, 2027. His exit revives memories of Texas Tech’s disputes with the conference over tortilla penalties, Friday-night scheduling and quarterback eligibility. The tortilla restrictions remain in effect, but the question is back on Red Raider fans’ minds. Read the full Lubbock Chronicle story.
Saturday's game is sold out. Texas Tech Athletics announced Friday that the Arizona game is its 12th consecutive home sellout. The school urges fans to download digital tickets before reaching Galaxy Stadium. See Texas Tech's game-day guide.
Tonight, Tomorrow and Sunday
Friday, 6:45 p.m.: Koe Wetzel at Cook's Garage, 11002 US-87. The organizer lists an outdoor, rain-or-shine event; check directly for weather-related changes. Organizer details.
Friday & Saturday 7:30 p.m.: Nightmare on 19th Street, 602 E. 19th St. Venue information.
Friday, 7:30 p.m.: The Michael Jackson HIStory Show at Buddy Holly Hall. Venue details.
Saturday: Texas Tech football at 11 a.m.; The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Buddy Holly Hall at 7 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.; final Halloween night at Nightmare on 19th Street.
Sunday, 2 p.m.: Lubbock County memorial for unclaimed persons at St. John Baptist Church, 1712 E. 29th St. Chronicle event report.
Election Information
Early voting ends tonight. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, with polls scheduled from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Chronicle's sample ballot is unofficial; use the Lubbock County Elections Office for official locations, eligibility and ballot information. Your ballot may differ from the countywide guide.
Times and dates are subject to change. Check with Event for details.
