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A&M Agrilife students combine computer science with agriculture
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — After weeks of learning about computer sciences and agricultural topics, area Ag students had the chance to take their studies outdoors!. They're working on projects using the facilities provided by Texas A&M's Agrilife program for their research. That means familiarizing themselves with cutting-edge technology like soil sensors to accurately measure moisture and drones to determine crop water stress level.
Commodores Bridge, Whitecap NPI not set back by Tropical Storm Alberto
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Islanders out on Padre Island might have noticed water inside the Commodores Bridge project. Developers say that water is the remnants of the high tide brought in by Tropical Storm Alberto last week. "The Commodores Bridge project fared really well," Jeff Coym, Vice President of...
Local resources help residents pay utility bills
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — If your bills are too high and you don't know what to do, there are several agencies that might be able to help including Catholic Charities. "We take the first ten callers on Monday morning at 7:30," Emergency Aid Program Director Anita Rivera said. "The first ten callers and we ask them for their name and telephone number and then it's just that simple."
Andrew Lugo sentenced to 40 years in prison for fatally stabbing Jeremiah Vera in 2022
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Andrew Lugo, accused of stabbing and killing Jeremiah Vera in 2022, pleaded guilty on Monday and was sentenced to 40 years in prison on Tuesday. In October 2022, Lugo was arrested for Vera's death after the teen was found dead inside his apartment on Corban Drive.
Two San Antonio attractions rank high on 'most Instagrammable' tourist destinations to visit in Texas
SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio River Walk and the Alamo ranked among the top five "most Instagrammable" Texas tourist destinations, according to a study done by TexasRealEstateSource.com. The study analyzed TripAdvisor data for the most popular tourist destinations in Texas and searched Instagram for hashtags relating to each...
North Beach continues recovery efforts after first named storm of hurricane season
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Cleanup continued Monday on North Beach, one of Corpus Christi's hardest hit areas from last week's Tropical Storm Alberto. For the first time since the storm, the USS Lexington Museum was able to join other attractions and restaurants in opening their doors back up to the public!
CCPD confirms human remains have been found inside wastewater collection point near Ennis Joslin
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Human remains have been found inside of a wastewater lift station near Ennis Joslin at Lexington and Holly Road, CCPD confirmed to 3NEWS. According to CCPD Senior Officer Antonio Contreras, police responded at 3:31 p.m. after a City water employee found human remains in a wastewater collection point.
'Miracle or just good piloting techniques': Pilot survives Columbia River crash-landing near Troutdale
PORTLAND, Oregon — A small single-engine plane experienced an emergency landing in the Columbia River near Troutdale on Monday afternoon, and the pilot miraculously walked away unharmed. The Port of Portland said the plane was heading to Troutdale Airport around 3:15 p.m. when it needed to do an emergency...
Celebrate the nation's birthday at Mayor's Big Bang Celebration
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — As we look ahead to the Fourth of July what better way to celebrate than with the Corpus Christi Mayor's 47th annual Big Bang Celebration and Fireworks Show!. The day offers of much to do with a patriotic ceremony at Sherrill Veterans Memorial Park, a...
City says AEP's request to raise residents' was 'not reasonable'
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — AEP Texas asked the City of Corpus Christi to allow it to raise its transmission and distribution rates. The city said no. Officials said AEP's request would add an estimated $4.59 to your electric bill each month. City Manager Peter Zanoni said the city has...
What to do if you find a stranded marine animal after a tropical activity
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network is issuing a heads up to the state's coastal residents following Tropical Storm Alberto and ahead of future developments this hurricane season. The conservation non-profit made a statement over the weekend urging beachgoers to 'keep those peepers peeled' for...
Driver crashes into T-Mobile store after getting confused by car's brake and accelerator pedals, police say
SAN ANTONIO — A driver told police he accelerated when he meant to brake, crashing through the front window of a T-Mobile store Monday morning. San Antonio Police responded to the the T-Mobile Store on Grissom Road near Culebra Road around 11:15 a.m. for reports of a vehicle inside the building.
City to begin spraying for mosquitos following Tropical Storm Alberto
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Following all that rain --mosquitos!. The city of Corpus Christi will be spraying for the blood suckers this week. Vector control will be out in Flour Bluff on Monday. Then they'll spray in the Calallen area on Tuesday. On Wednesday --they will be in northwest...
North Beach reopens following last week's heavy rain, flooding
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Cleanup efforts continue on the Island following the mess left behind by Tropical Storm Alberto. Currently, the Malaquite Campground Boardwalk and Visitor Center Boardwalk, as well as the Yarborough Pass remain closed as of Monday morning. PINS stated that the North Beached reopened at around 10:15 a.m. Monday.
Need a sandbag to prep for hurricane season? Here's where to get one
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The county is hosting two sandbag distributions this coming weekend. Crews will be at the City Service Center off Ayers on the South Side this Saturday. An additional distribution is taking place at West Guth Park at the same time. Both events will run from...
Annual Kleberg county Back to School Bash
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Driscoll Health Plan, Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation, and Kleberg County District Attorney,. Kira Talip Sanchez, are excited to provide Kleberg County with a 3rd Annual Back to School Bash. This event is free to the public and will take place Saturday, June 29th from 10:00am-1:00pm...
North gate to remain closed at NAS CC on Tuesday and Wednesday due to Tropical Storm Alberto damage
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The North Ocean Drive gate will remain closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, June 25 and 26 due to storm debris on the roadway following Tropical Storm Alberto. The Naval Air Station Corpus Christi announced the extended closure just before 1 p.m. on Monday after traffic...
Rescue Tales: Meet Tilly the Terrier-mix
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Ready to meet your new best friend? Tilly is a silly, sweet 1.5-year-old Terrier-mix with a playful personality. This full-grown cutie is small queen with a big heart. If you're interested in adding a new member to your family, head on over to the Gulf...
Need a vaccine? Public Health bringing mobile health clinic to city of Driscoll this week
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — There is an upcoming public health mobile clinic happening in the city of Driscoll. You will also have a chance to learn more about the group's overall health services. The clinic will include free health screenings and immunizations. You can head over to133 W. Dragon...
North Beach canal design about 60% complete, city officials say
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — After flooding on North Beach last week, roads are still filled with water. Some local restaurants closed and are cleaning up this weekend so they can welcome customers again soon. Corpus Christi city officials said a new canal can help address drainage issues. "When we...
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