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Border Patrol agent reunites with CHRISTUS Spohn staff who saved his life
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — In 2023, Border Patrol Agent Christopher Alaniz's life was forever changed after he was critically injured in a high speed crash while on duty. Today, he stands as a testament of hard work and faith. "Thank y'all, thank y'all. Not only for y'all but for...
Creation of Corpus Christi Library Board 'subcommittee' draws criticism
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — There are continued concerns surrounding the creation of a city library board subcommittee tasked with reviewing the current Corpus Christi Public Libraries' book collection development policy. People who spoke up during Tuesday's meeting at the La Retama Library expressed fears that the effort could ultimately...
City, county emergency planning for hurricane season
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — With all eyes on Hurricane Beryl, the City of Corpus Christi and Nueces County Emergency Planning meeting Tuesday morning was packed with officials working on their game plan as the storm could impact South Texas. Everyone from the city, county and even local business and...
Kingsville's Navy aircraft hits one million hours of flight time!
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — In Kingsville, a huge milestone took place as the Navy's, T-45 Goshawk aircraft crossed one million hours of total in-flight time. It first took flight over 30 years ago, with many generations earning their wings from flying this plane. Vice President of US Navy Product...
Padre Island businesses prepare for another round of weather events as Beryl eyes the Gulf
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Several businesses on The Island are just bouncing back from the effects of Tropical Storm Alberto. "One of the benefits is living that close," said Steve Gotberg. "One of the detriments is -- living that close." Gotberg is the CEO of Sunset Island, which is...
Contractor already making repairs to Gypsy, Whitecap bridges on The Island
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — One by one huge rocks were dropped off of a barge and down to the bottom of the Gypsy Street canal bridge. The work being done as quickly as possible as the next major weather event looms in the Atlantic. "We did observe some scour...
Minor traffic stop leads to driver's arrest for stolen car from Georgia
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Nueces County Constable Pct. 3 deputies said that a minor traffic stop lead to the arrest of a man driving a stolen car out of Georgia. Authorities said they pulled over a 2017 Infinity SUV on Monday at around 11:19 p.m. for a minor violation when a further investigation revealed that the vehicle was taken from Georgia.
Boxing champ Julian Delgado to hand out boxing supplies at YMCA of the Coastal Bend on Wednesday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Golden Glove boxing champion and Corpus Christi native 'King Julian' Delgado will be at the YMCA of the Coastal Bend on Wednesday-- and he will be donating boxing supplies for the YMCA's VALOR Boxing CLUB kiddos. The law firm sponsors a program called "Kicks for...
Hurricane Beryl Headed for the Gulf of Mexico this Weekend
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Hurricane Beryl remains a major hurricane in the Caribbean; category 4 status with 155 mph winds; gusts up to 190 mph. It's moving WNW at 22 mph. There is currently some wind shear in the Central Caribbean Sea and some Saharan Dust. Both of these things should aid in weakening Beryl is it moves west through the Caribbean this week.
Amethyst Silva's family asks others to celebrate the Fourth of July safely
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Amethyst Silva was 11 years old when she was by a bullet that hit her just after midnight on New Year's Day in 2023. It was celebratory gunfire that took her life. As the Fourth of July comes around, her family want's people to remember just how dangerous discharging a firearm in the city can be.
Consider sensory-friendly fireworks for the Fourth of July
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — For those who plan to celebrate the Fourth of July with family and friends who are sensitive to the sound of fireworks or would just like to ring in the holiday mindfully, you've got options!. 3NEWS spoke with a fireworks stand operator who says there...
What is carbon capturing, why is it gaining popularity in the Coastal Bend?
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — When it comes to big industry, there's big interest in the Coastal Bend and as it turns out, that also makes us an ideal spot for carbon capturing. It's a process Executive Director of the Center of Carbon Management and Energy at the University of Houston Charles McConnell said is linked to our booming industry.
'God literally sent me there' | Woman behind viral video of three children saved from inside hot car speaks out
SAN ANTONIO — The woman who took a viral video of three young children being rescued from a hot car in San Antonio is speaking out. Investigators said the children's mom was shopping and they may have been in the vehicle without air conditioning for 50 minutes. The woman...
Reassessing canals after Tropical Storm Alberto damages Padre Island homes
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — While residents are preparing for what is to remain an active tropical season, some Island homeowners are still dealing with damage from Tropical Storm Alberto. The Property Owners Association has started the clean up process which includes clearing the path of the bulkheads so that...
Coastal Bend fireworks sales down despite no price increase
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Even though the price of fireworks has not gone up in the Coastal Bend, sales are down. 3NEWS found one fireworks stand operator, Jason Perez from Mr. W's Fireworks on Weber Road, who thinks it's inflation that is keeping people from buying. "We're seeing a...
CCPD enforcing no tolerance for fireworks this 4th of July
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Corpus Christi Police Department is ramping up efforts to keep the city safe this Fourth of July holiday week. At a news conference held Monday afternoon, 3NEWS learned of some of the new initiatives in place to help make that possible, they include additional patrols of our area beaches and downtown where the "Mayor's Big Bang" celebration will happen Thursday evening.
Traffic signal out at Ocean Drive, Airline Road intersection
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A traffic signal at the Airline Road and Ocean Drive intersection lost power Monday, according to officials with the City of Corpus Christi. Drivers are to treat the intersection as an all-way stop until the signal is back up and running. Crews are quickly working...
New class of ER Medicine residents at CHRISTUS Spohn
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A new class of emergency room residents are now walking the halls of CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline. The 12 residents are getting hands-on experience learning what it takes to practice emergency medicine as part of CHRISTUS Spohn's Emergency Medicine Residency Program. "The program here at Corpus...
'Park and Ride' with Corpus RTA for Fourth of July celebration
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The 'Mayor's Big Bang 4th of July Celebration' is getting ready to take over downtown. Part of that special takeover means many downtown streets will be closed to traffic. To avoid traffic headaches, 'the Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority' is offering free rides for the...
What is a 3NEWS Weather Impact Alert?
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — We have a new way to keep you informed and safe when the weather could impact you or your family. Chief Meteorologist Alan Holt and the rest of the 3NEWS team of meteorologists held meetings to determine which weather in our area has the biggest impact on our lives.
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