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POWER OUTAGES: See if your neighborhood is being affected by Potential Tropical Cyclone No. 1
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Tropical Storm Alberto formed in the Gulf of Mexico overnight Monday and into Tuesday morning, bringing with it anticipated sustained winds of 20-30 mph, and possible wind gusts of up to 45 mph in coastal locations. This leaves many neighborhoods in the Coastal Bend susceptible...
How to prepare for flooding in the Coastal Bend
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The City of Corpus Christi has a list of things you should consider doing to prepare for possible flooding. This is extra important now ahead of the possible formation and landfall of Tropical Storm Alberto, which could dump multiple inches of rain on the Coastal Bend.
BEACH CAMERAS: See how PTC No. 1 is affecting the Gulf around Padre and Mustang Islands
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Watch how Potential Tropical Cyclone No. 1 affects the Corpus Christi shorelines in real time from beach cameras positioned the length of Mustang and Padre Islands.
Aransas County ACS says dumping, abuse and abandonment is at an all-time high ahead of incoming storm
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Several dogs are having to stay in outdoor kennels at the Aransas County Animal Care Service as rainy weather approaches the Coastal Bend area. "We have 11 dogs in our outside kennels. That being said, we are in desperate need for some temporary fosters during this storm coming in," read a recent Facebook post from the department.
'Her left hand was gone' | Arkansas nurse helps save shark attack victim while on vacation
ROGERS, Ark. — Even on vacation, Ashley Phillips, an emergency department nurse at Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas, immediately jumped into action to perform life-saving measures on a shark attack victim earlier this month. "As an emergency department nurse, I'm no stranger to witnessing tragedy," Phillips said. "Swiping your badge...
Duck brutally killed on River Walk, now Park Police urge stronger penalties
SAN ANTONIO — A duck suffered a "horrific death" on the San Antonio River Walk according to investigators, and now park police are pushing for stronger penalties. Park Police President Henry Bassuk claims the Bexar County District Attorney's Office told officers to let the offender go or just issue a ticket.
Houston rapper Slim Thug misses local Juneteenth show, he plans to make it up, organizaers said
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Fans of Houston-born rapper Slim Thug were excited to hear news that the musician would be in town to ring in Juneteenth weekend celebrations at Water's Edge Park last Saturday. Texas Association of Black Personnel in Higher Education festival organizers told 3NEWS that although the...
LIVE BLOG: See how Potential Tropical Cyclone No. 1 is affecting the Coastal Bend
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Closures. AGUA DULCE ISD: Summer school is cancelled for Wednesday and strength and conditioning workouts are cancelled Wednesday and Thursday. INGLESIDE ISD: Summer school is cancelled Wednesday, as well as summer sport camps. They expect to be open for class Thursday. Camps. HARBOR PLAYHOUSE YPTC:...
Cheers, tears and applause as Houston City Council passes $650 million settlement with firefighters union
HOUSTON — Following months of debate, the Houston City Council voted to approve the settlement contract with the firefighters union, ending a yearslong legal battle. The council took up the item Tuesday with several council members continuing to ask questions and offering skepticism about certain aspects of the agreement.
What to do if there is a power outage near you
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Strong storms can often cause power outages and even though you know it's a possibility -- some may not know what to do when it happens. 3NEWS reporter Madeline Salinas joins us in studio with a few tips you need to know ahead of the weather event later tonight.
Uvalde Police Department shares new active shooter protocol
UVALDE, Texas — Uvalde's new police chief says the embattled department is undergoing training this month amid a slew of policy improvements meant to bolster law enforcement response to emergencies like the 2022 Robb Elementary shooting. In a Facebook post, the Uvalde Police Department (UPD) shared its new policy...
How will beaches be impacted by heavy rain?
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — If you caught the last hour of First Edition on Tuesday morning, you likely saw what a beautiful sunrise over on Padre Island. A slightly less welcoming sight? That would be the beach water that has made its way to the seawall. Madeline Salinas was...
City staff on standby during Juneteenth as heavy rain makes its way to town
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — First Edition continues to follow the latest updates in flood prone areas in the Coastal Bend. Corpus Christi city officials are all hands-on deck as they prepare for the upcoming weather event. The Public Works Department is preparing for the rain-- with a 24-hour operation.
Corpus Christi Medical Center nurses protest for contract negotiations
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi healthcare workers made their voices heard Monday evening protesting what they're calling failures by HCA management. Nurses from all over the Coastal Bend gathered outside of Doctors Regional in an effort to push for contract negotiations. They say their patient loads are being...
Local animal shelters exceed capacity
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Gulf Coast Humane Society made a plea for help as the shelter and many others in the community exceed capacity. Officials say there is a huge need right now for adoptions and fostering as well as donations and volunteer work just to keep up with the overflow.
City of Corpus Christi prepares for major rainfall this week
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — With the high risk for flooding this week, leaders at the City of Corpus Christi are taking extra precaution to make sure things run smoothly as we prepare for Mother Nature. Those who visit places like North Beach are all too familiar with how easy...
WWE Monday Night returns to Corpus Christi
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — WWE Monday Night finally returned to Corpus Christi for the first time since 2016, live and broadcast for all the world to see right from the American Bank Center!. Damian Priest & The Judgement Day, Drew McIntyre, Sami Zayn and many more are all a...
Commissioners to discuss Bob Hall Pier budget cuts, updated timeline on Tuesday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — On Tuesday, commissioners are set to approve a new contract for the new Bob Hall Pier that comes in "under" budget and with an estimated build time of a little over a year. "If you remember at the last meeting, the bid came in over...
Nueces County Drainage District No. 2 to host sandbag giveaway for residents Tuesday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A sandbag distribution is scheduled for Tuesday, ahead of Wednesday's expected heavy rains and flooding. The event is being sponsored by Nueces County Drainage District No. 2, and will be held at 603 E. Ave. A in Robstown from 8-11 a.m. and 4-7 p.m. Tuesday.
Kleberg County calls for emergency burn ban as fire danger grows, other counties may follow soon
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Dry conditions in some parts of our area helped to cause a number of fires lately. Over the weekend, county fire crews helped battle a grassfire in Edroy and several over in Kleberg County. Nueces County Emergency Management Director Dee Hawkins says it's time to...
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