LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – On Daybreak Today,
Doctors warn of heat illness
Doctors are urging folks across the South Plains to stay hydrated as temperatures get dangerously hot this week They say to drink plenty of water or electrolytes if you’re planning to be outside and to be aware of heat stroke symptoms WATCH: Stay Safe: Preventing Summertime Dehydration
Study finds gaps in public safety pay
A new study shows Lubbock County pays public safety officers and professionals below market levels However, the county pays skilled workers above average and is competitive with health insurance and other benefits Continuing coverage: Lubbock County compensation study shows mixed results, as budget workshops continue
Governor Abbott provides update on flooding
Governor Abbott says last week’s flooding killed two people and destroyed or damaged more than 600 homes in the Hill Country However, he believes a new warning system helped save lives Find updates here: Texas flood destroyed or heavily damaged 135 Kerr County homes, Abbott said
Trump announces new tariffs on Canada
President Trump is imposing a new 50% tariff on Canada saying Canada is discriminating against American products Canada’s prime minister says he is prepared to negotiate with the U.S.Read more here: Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, citing disputes over autos, alcohol and cheese
Fallen US soldiers identified
A North Texas woman is one of two soldiers killed during an attack last week on a base in Jordan President Trump says Iran will pay multiple times over for the deaths of any U.S. service members Find the latest developments here: US soldiers killed in Iranian attack were ages 19 and 25, military says
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