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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.
FOUND: Man in his 60's located safely on Monday morning
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Corpus Christi Police Department is asking for the public's assistance finding a missing man in his early 60's. Tomas Reyes was last seen in the Laguna Shores area in Flour Bluff at 7:45 p.m. on Sunday. He was driving a maroon and gold Ford F150.
Foster kids head to Astros game with help from Nate's Next Kid Up
HOUSTON, Texas — There are more than 31,000 children in the foster care system in the Lone Star State. The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) says in Region 11, which covers 19 counties from Refugio to Brownsville, there are just under 2,500 children in the system.
Rescue Tales: A dog named Merlot
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Who doesn't love the name Merlot?. This sweet Terrier mix is a sponsored Patel Pup, which means whoever adopts this gorgeous girl will not have to pay an adoption fee and will get 8 weeks of free training and extra flea and tick prevention supplies.
Yorktown Mud Bridge sidewalks part of new design plan
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Some changes could be coming to designs for an expanded Oso Creek Bridge, also known as the Mud Bridge, on Yorktown Boulevard. The planned bridge is four lanes and the Texas Department of Transportation asked the City of Corpus Christi to consider adding sidewalks to both sides.
Municipal court being held at library on Saturday for those who can't make it during the week
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — For those that need to take care of matters at the municipal court, you have a chance next Saturday!. You will be able to speak with a judge to address outstanding tickets, set up defensive driving and payment plans. This monthly opportunity helps people who...
Saturday morning San Patricio Crash leaves Corpus Christi man dead
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — On Saturday morning, a truck driven by 54-year-old Misael Lugo of Corpus Christi was traveling northbound on IH-37 near mile marker 31. While speeding, the rear passenger side experienced a blowout and struck a concrete support pillar. The truck then rotated several times and caught...
Local organization offers free workshop to incoming college students dealing with stress, anxiety
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Saturday morning, the Instituto de Cultura Hispanica de Corpus Christi partnered with doctoral students to offer a free workshop to help incoming college freshmen combat stress. C.O.A.S.T. which stands for creatively overcoming academic stress together, taught college freshman students tips about combating stress. Counselor Andrea...
'STEM Day by the Bay' helps Coastal Bend kids envision a future in STEM
Many families took their kids out to participate in 'STEM Day by the Bay' at the Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History. This hands-on experience is important for kids to learn more about different careers and discover what they want to do in the future. All in a fun way.
Dallas County Judge says Biden should look at data and make decision on staying in race ASAP
DALLAS — There is a lot of talk about President Joe Biden’s political future. Will the President be the Democratic nominee after the Democratic National Convention in August? Some Democrats have said the President should abandon his re-election bid. But Biden is saying he is staying in the race to finish the job he started in 2021.
Funeral details announced for Harris County deputy killed in ambush, sheriff says
HOUSTON — Harris County Sheriff's deputy Fernando Esqueda will be laid to rest on Friday, July 19, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez announced. Esqueda, 29, was killed in what the sheriff called an ambush early Thursday morning while searching for a man accused of attacking a pizza store employee. "He was...
US Forest Service pilot hikes to safety after helicopter crash near central Idaho wildfire
BOISE, Idaho — The pilot of a helicopter that was responding to a small wildfire in central Idaho before crashing in the Sawtooth National Forest survived and was able to hike to a waiting ambulance, officials said. “Our pilot was on board and survived, and an investigation is underway,”...
U.S. Coast Guard suspends search and rescue for missing man near Port Aransas
PORT ARANSAS, Texas — The U.S. Coast Guard confirmed they've suspended search and rescue efforts for a missing person in Port Aransas Sunday morning. As of 10:35 a.m., the Coast Guard said they've exhausted every possibility after searching for the missing man for nearly 44 hours and covered more than 127m square miles.
UTMSI researchers sample fish at 88th Annual Deep Sea Roundup
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — They say you are what you eat!. Well, folks with UT Austin's Marine Science Institute were putting that theory to the test out at the 88th Annual Deep Sea Roundup. The research team collected samples from anglers who were willing to let them grab some...
Driver dead after crash at Holly Road and Carroll Lane intersection
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A driver is dead after crashing into another truck, at the intersection of Holly Road and Carroll Lane, according to CCPD Lieutenant Michael Pena. Pena said police responded to the accident at 8:54 p.m. Friday. He said a driver in a black truck was traveling...
San Patricio County to discuss abatement agreement with local steel production facility
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — San Patricio County leaders are considering the next steps on whether to continue an economic incentive agreement with local steel production facility, ArcelorMittal, who they say isn't bringing in the economic boost they expected. Chapter 381 agreements let counties negotiate directly with developers and businesses...
Declutter at 'Litter Critter' event this Saturday morning!
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — For those looking to get rid of clutter around the house, you will have a chance to dump those items at Saturday's Litter Critter event. It is happening at the Briscoe King Pavilion on Park Road 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Waste you...
City of Corpus Christi working to update water treatment process
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Supply chain issues created by Hurricane Beryl's impact on Houston affected us right here in Corpus Christi when it comes to treating our water supply. Turns out that there has been statewide delivery issues of chlorine, something needed in the process to treat our drinking...
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