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Big waves from Tropical Storm Alberto expose wood, wires and piping near Bob Hall Pier
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The impacts of Tropical Storm Alberto are certainty still being seen here in the Coastal Bend, and most recently at the stretch of beach near Bob Hall Pier on Padre Island. Nueces County Coastal Parks Director Scott Cross said he and his team are working...
Salvation Army to give away free fans on Friday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — As temperatures continue to soar this summer, the Salvation Army of the Coastal Bend wants to help the community beat the heat. The nonprofit is hosting its fan giveaway at the location off of Buford street this Friday. It starts at 9 in the morning and is scheduled to run through noon.
Long-awaited Raising Canes opens in Portland
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The newest Raising Canes location opened its doors in Portland on Tuesday. The first 100 customers received a Raising Canes hat with Portland, Texas stitched on it. They also got a card for a four piece combo for their next visit in honor of the...
Desal plant construction resolutions OKed at city council
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi City Council passed four resolutions Tuesday that make the city's Inner Harbor Seawater Desalination Treatment Plant Project a tangible reality. The council voted 6-2 with one abstention to:. approve the short list of recommended firms. to eventually execute a contract with one of...
North Beach residents bring flooding concerns to city leaders
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Beach Avenue by the Whataburger is considered one of the main arteries of North Beach, but just last week Tropical Storm Alberto left the roadway completely submerged in flood water. It just so happened that during Tuesday's city council meeting, street improvements for Beach Avenue...
City leaders rate their response to Tropical Storm Alberto
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Almost a week since Tropical Storm Alberto, the City of Corpus Christi rated itself on its preparedness for the anticipated active hurricane season. The report card results were discussed at City Council on Tuesday. Unexpectedly high tidal surge, which impacted most streets on North Beach,...
Markle: Human remains found Monday sent to North Texas for autopsy
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — On Monday, a city worker discovered human remains at a wastewater lift station off Lexington and Holly Road. The location of the remains has fueled speculation as to whether it could be connected to the disappearance of 21-year-old Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi student Caleb Harris, last seen at his apartment just a couple hundred yards away.
San Antonio Water System announces Stage 3 watering rules to address ongoing drought
SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Water System (SAWS) announced the city is entering Stage 3 watering rules to address ongoing drought conditions. The utility says the city has been in Stage 2 watering rules for two years, and the under general drought conditions for much of the last five years.
Why hasn't Corpus Christi seen its first openly gay council person yet?
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi's City Council has seen milestone firsts in its makeup – the first Hispanic person elected, as well as its first female mayor. As we move toward election season, at least one candidate is looking to add a new one – first openly gay council member.
George Strait to get star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
LOS ANGELES — George Strait is about to add another accolade to an already legendary career. "The King of Country" has been named part of the 2025 class for the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Strait joins the following recording artists who will receive their stars over the next two...
Authorities searching River Walk area for wanted escapee in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO — The Bexar County Sheriff's Office is currently searching for a wanted man who they say escaped the downtown courthouse. They are looking for Pedro Andres Escamilla, 27, who was last seen running from the Bexar County Courthouse wearing a khaki shirt and khaki pants. He was seen running southbound along the River Walk and is believed to have taken off his shirt, BCSO says.
Expect traffic shifts at Airport Road Tuesday; Road closure on US 77 from Riviera to Kingsville
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A couple of traffic alerts this morning. Phase three of the Airport Road Project starts Tuesday. There will be a complete closure extending from the south entrance of the Corpus Christi State Living Center. The work will take place between Old Brownsville Road and Horne.
Former IceRays player wins Stanley Cup Championship with Florida Panthers
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — You may recall a local connection to the winning team in Monday night's Stanley Cup Championship. The Corpus Christi IceRays were quick to react --posting: 'We are extremely proud to congratulate former IceRays player, Anthony Stolarz, on becoming a Stanley Cup Champion. We can barely contain our excitement on this PHENOMENAL achievement!'
She went to find shade with her son after their car broke down in the heat. The son was found 2 days later, but the mom is still missing.
BUCKEYE, Ariz. — Buckeye police continue their search for a woman who was last seen May 22 after her car broke down and she went to find shade with her nonverbal son. "Detectives contacted a specialized forensic interviewer who met with the son yesterday and gained additional details, expanding the search further north of the highway," Buckeye police officials said in a social media post on Thursday.
Devary Durrill Foundation director to brief city council on Sea Walk Project
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The creative mind behind the anticipated Sea Walk project is set to address city council on the Devary Durrill Foundation's plan to improve our SEA district. As the name implies, that Sea Walk project would be in the heart of the city's SEA district. Bill...
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.
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