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Could the expected rain help delay Stage 3 restrictions?
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — City leaders are closely watching the forecast for potential flooding in the city, but also the impact the tropical weather could have on our lake levels. The big question, could it be enough to make it into the watershed and help hold off Stage 3...
State emergency resources activated ahead of rain that could flood parts of Texas
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Texas Division of Emergency Management activated state emergency-response resources Monday ahead of this week's tropical development. Large portions of the state ranging from South Texas to Southeast Texas are expected to be affected by heavy rainfall and flooding. This includes the Coastal Bend. At...
City and county officials watching certain areas for high water
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — With such a large rain event headed this way, 3NEWS asked how the city and county emergency officials are getting ready. Because we're expecting moisture instead of one storm, officials feel practicing for events like this should reassure residents that the leaders are ready. "Some...
Man hospitalized in high-speed crash from San Antonio to Mathis
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — One person having to be taken to the hospital over the weekend after trying to get away from law enforcement officers. The high-speed chase started after a car and gun were stolen from the San Antonio area. Around 5:30 Sunday morning-- the driver entered Mathis...
Nueces County addresses flooding with drainage projects
NUECES COUNTY, Texas — Nueces County has a history of frequent flooding but several cities are working to resolve this issue with drainage projects. Gabriel Hinojosa with the city of Corpus Christi Public Works said there are several drainage projects from North Beach to Oso Creek. La Volla Creek, a 19 million-dollar drainage project will be voted on Tuesday at a city council meeting.
Sunday marks final day of Shrimporee
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Sunday is the last day to gear up and head out to the 76th annual Shrimporee out in Aransas Pass. The festival has a significant impact in bringing family together to bond and enjoy mouthwatering shrimp. The event was so big this year that they...
'Noticed two little feet moving' | Woman describes what it was like when her family found an abandoned newborn girl
KATY, Texas — A couple couldn't believe what they found when they went for a family walk on Saturday morning in northwest Harris County. Daniela Fedele decided to take a walk along Casa Martin Drive with her family before it got too hot outside. It's something they do often.
Fire near Edroy requires help from multiple agencies
Two fires are currently burning in San Patricio county, one in Sinton and one near Edroy. San Patricio County Sherriff Oscar Rivera said the one in Sinton is near County Road 2023 and is under control. The one currently being handled by multiple agencies is the one burning near Edroy.
CCPD: Body matching description of missing woman Tanya Garza found Saturday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi Police Department officials said a dead body matching the description of Tanya Garza was found in the 9600 block of Hearns Ferry Rd. in the Annaville area. Family members tell 3NEWS police said an official identification likely will not be able to be...
Study reveals alarming fatality rates in Texas shrimping industry
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A recent study is highlighting the fatality rates in the shrimping industry, a occupation that drives an essential part of Coastal Bend dining. Dr. Shannon Guillot-Wright, associate professor of occupational health at UTHealth Houston, said that she and her team of researchers have noticed an alarming trend in our gulf waters.
City moves forward on upgrading Water Street into a cool spot for tourists and residents
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The City is still working on its big plans to transform Water Street into a real tourist attraction. The reimagining of this roadway was announced back in 2022. A presentation was even designed back then to let people know what’s coming. City Manager Peter...
Public viewing to be held for Tejano legend Johnny Canales on Tuesday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A public viewing for South Texas star Johnny Canales will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Selena Auditorium. The announcement was posted on the El Show de Johnny y Nora Canales Facebook. If you have any questions you are asked to...
Fort Bend County commissioner candidate used fake account to post racist comments about himself, court docs say
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — We've learned more about what led to the arrest this week of a candidate for Fort Bend County Precinct 3 commissioner. According to the Fort Bend County District Attorney's Office, Taral Patel is charged with online impersonation, a felony, and misrepresentation of identity, a misdemeanor.
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