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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...
City of Corpus Christi begins to make changes ahead of expected severe weather
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Steady rain and high winds are expected to move into the Coastal Bend and Corpus Christi on Wednesday, prompting the city of Corpus Christi to make some adjustments to its daily operating procedures. Early changes include the parks and recreation department removing all lifeguard stands,...
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...
Nate's Next Kid Up thanks military with Heroes' Day on Saturday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — With the help of Walmart and In the Game Funtrackers, Nate's Next Kid Up is ready to present the first annual Heroes' Day event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Walmart in Flour Bluff. The event is to show appreciation to the...
Rescue Tales: Meet Peggy & Susan
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — We have a dynamic duo for this edition of Rescue Tales!. This week's stars are Peggy and Susan- two 9-week-old baby kittens who are sure to be a hot commodity at the Gulf Coast Humane Society. The two cool cats are ready to find their...
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...
Community supports Bishop family after death of 13-year-old boy
BISHOP, Texas — A vigil was held in Bishop on Sunday as a family grieves the loss of their 13-year-old child. Feliciano Rosales was shot and killed off Gloria Street in Corpus Christi last month. The event was held at Amistad Veterans Memorial Park. The family said they picked...
Seattle bikini barista shatters windshield with hammer after customer throws drinks at her
SEATTLE — Surveillance video captured a tense exchange between a coffee stand owner and a customer last week. The video captured a customer throwing drinks at Emma Lee, owner of South Seattle coffee stand Taste of Heaven Espresso. Lee retaliated by shattering the customer's windshield with a hammer. The...
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...
Funeral services for 13-year-old boy shot and killed on Gloria Street
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Funeral services were announced for 13-year-old Feliciano Alexandro Rosales who was shot and killed off of Gloria Street on May 23. A candlelit vigil will be held Sunday at 7 p.m. in Bishop at the West Side Park. Services will be Monday from 3 to...
TXU Energy, Mission 911 distribute fans for hot summer months
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The sizzling heat in the Coastal Bend has many people looking for ways to stay cool. In response, TXU energy partnered with Mission 911 to help many in our community "beat the heat". Fans were distributed on a first come, first served basis on Friday.
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