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Stabbing victim now in stable condition after Wednesday morning attack
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A Corpus Christi Police Department officer was waived down by a pair of witnesses early Wednesday morning near Water's Edge Park. The reason? They said a man had been stabbed just before 4:15 a.m. The 47-year-old victim has been reported to now be in stable...
City leaders talk potential new water source with underground water
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — City of Corpus Christi leaders are in the early discussion process about the possibility of diversifying our water sources with underground water. Corpus Christi Water Chief Operating Officer Drew Molly said that while the decision is still in its early stages, they're keeping their options open.
'It's hurting our ability to take care of staff'| FBISD forced to make insurance cuts
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Homeowners aren't the only ones seeing higher insurance premiums these days, so are area school districts. For Flour Bluff ISD, it's to the point where school leaders say passing a balanced budget is getting more difficult to do. On Tuesday, school board members turned to...
School absences: To fine or not to fine?
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — As we approach the start of another school year, a new study shows half of Texans think fining parents for children's school absences is a good idea. Longtime local educator and most recently West Oso School Superintendent Conrado Garcia said, "It will work for a few but in my opinion after all of these years of being an educator, it will not get the majority."
Mosquito tests positive for West Nile virus in Portland
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — City of Portland officials announced Tuesday that the city will be entering a Level 3 of their public health response plan after a trapped mosquito tested positive for the West Nile virus. The mosquito was trapped on the 1100 block of Moore Avenue according to...
Falfurrias city council suspends police chief for 5 days
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Falfurrias Police Chief William Barton was temporarily suspended Monday during the city's regularly scheduled city council meeting. Barton was suspended for five days with no pay and placed on six-months probation, Falfurrias Mayor Justo Ramirez said Tuesday evening. He said since the discussion was held...
London ISD: School starts Monday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — For the students at London ISD, school has been delayed!. We spoke with district leaders who say school was supposed to start tomorrow but due to a flooring shipment delay, they've now been forced to move the start date. "Our cafeteria was delayed because of...
CCISD's 'Tech2Teach' conference to include teachers, parents and students
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Corpus Christi Independent School District will be presenting its 10th annual 'Tech2Teach' conference about utilizing technology in the classroom July 24 and 25 at Veterans Memorial High School. New this year, parents will be able to learn alongside their kids about how to harness...
What is the 'delivery charge' on your monthly energy bill?
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — This summer is bringing the heat, not only with the rising temperatures but energy bills as well. Island resident Tiffany Alexander says it's "sticker shock." Alexander moved to Texas a few years ago and said she was surprised like many of her neighbors at just...
Broadband internet company hits gas main causing explosion in Wilson County, city says
SAN ANTONIO — Three houses were severely damaged after a gas explosion in Floresville Tuesday afternoon, according to Wilson County officials. A local gas company responded to a call for a gas main break around 2 p.m. in the area of H Street and 9th Street. Crews were laying...
Man flees from police during traffic stop, search ensues in Aransas Pass
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A man who fled a traffic stop on foot in Aransas County in is the cause of an ongoing search in the area on Tuesday morning. Aransas Pass police officers, an Aransas County deputy and K9, and a police drone were searching for the man in the area in between South 10th and South 13th between West Deberry and West McClung.
Looking for a job? Public Works is hiring
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Corpus Christi Public Works Department will host a job fair this Friday. Job seekers should be prepared for on-the-spot interviews for most of the positions. If you are planning on attending-- you are asked to bring a picture ID-- proof of education-- a social...
Salvation Army of the Coastal Bend looking for back-to-school donations for children in their shelter
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Salvation Army of Coastal Bend is asking for your help to make sure every child in their shelter can head back to school with a new wardrobe. Right now, the Salvation Army currently has 14 families and 42 children in their shelter. The average age of a child living there is nine years old.
Group tries to rescue man from flaming car Saturday after a crash in San Patricio county
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A crash that claimed the life of a Corpus Christi man over the weekend also highlighted a strong sense of comradery and morality, as a group of drivers pulled the man's body from a flaming truck. According to Texas DPS, the driver was headed north...
Corpus Christi ranked No. 1 in Texas for affordable assisted living
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A new study shows Corpus Christi is the number one city in Texas for the most affordable assisted living facilities. The state itself is fourth in the nation for that ranking. If you're looking for a place for a loved one to live who needs...
Dallas police officer investigated for social media post after Trump's assassination attempt
DALLAS — "Aim better." Those two words have put a sergeant with the Dallas Police Department on administrative leave pending an internal investigation, DPD sources tell WFAA. A screenshot of the post shared with WFAA shows the social media post made by Sgt. Arturo Martinez. This comes in the...
Coast Guard from Corpus Christi helps in damage assessment following Hurricane Beryl
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Members of the United States Coast Guard- Corpus Christi Sector are ready to respond no matter the situation; whether it's helping with search efforts here at home, or even assisting with surveillance following a major storm. Hurricane Beryl was no exception. The Corpus Christi team...
International flights are back at CCIA-- but there's a catch
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The city of Corpus Christi announced the launch of a new nonstop air service from the Corpus Christi International Airport to Monterrey, Mexico on Monday morning. The Aerus Airlines-operated flights will be the first nonstop international services offered at CCIA since 1967. Interested flyers can...
Virginia flags flown at half-staff to honor former fire chief killed at Trump rally
RICHMOND, Va. — Flags will be flown at half-staff in Virginia to honor a former fire chief shot and killed during a Pennsylvania rally for Donald Trump. Gov. Glenn Youngkin ordered the flags to be lowered at all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth beginning at noon Monday until sunset on Tuesday, July 16.
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