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Fiery overnight crash on I-37 near Mathis
SAN PATRICIO COUNTY, Texas — Two people were taken to the hospital following a major crash just south of Mathis overnight. The San Patricio County Sheriff's Office says that shortly after 11 p.m. on Thursday, an 18-wheeler travelling on State Highway 188 went over the overpass and crashed down onto Interstate 37, causing three other vehicles to collide into it.
Train, commercial truck carrying grain crash in San Patricio County
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A commercial truck pulling a trailer with grain was hit by a train as it crossed the tracks along State Highway 234 Tuesday evening, according to a Facebook post from San Patricio County Sheriff Oscar Rivera. San Patricio County Sheriff's Department and Texas Highway Patrol...
Vacant home catches on fire early Wednesday morning near downtown
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A housefire in downtown Corpus Christi is under investigation Wednesday morning after crews received a call saying that smoke and flames were coming from the home. The blaze began at around 5:20 a.m. near Ramirez Street and Parks Alley. Fire Captain David Zarate told 3NEWS...
Detectives seek publics help identifying suspects in credit card theft
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Detectives from the Corpus Christi Police Department are asking for the public's assistance in identifying male suspects involved in using a stolen credit card at various locations, including local home improvement stores. If you have any information regarding these suspects, you are urged to call...
Firefighters prepare for potential fireworks-related fires on Fourth of July
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Fireworks are a staple on the Fourth of July, but they are not allowed to be set off in the Corpus Christi city limits. The beach and sand dunes are the most common areas people light off fireworks on Padre Island, according to fire officials. It can quickly create a dangerous situation.
Border Patrol agent reunites with CHRISTUS Spohn staff who saved his life
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — In 2023, Border Patrol Agent Christopher Alaniz's life was forever changed after he was critically injured in a high speed crash while on duty. Today, he stands as a testament of hard work and faith. "Thank y'all, thank y'all. Not only for y'all but for...
DPS ups patrols on State Highway 361
The DPS has upped its presence on the Island Road (State Highway 361) between Port Aransas and Park Road 22 in Corpus Christi. Troopers from the Texas Department of Public Safety initially added daily shifts to that stretch of roadway on June 12. Two troopers have been working two shifts targeting the morning and evening commutes to and from Port […]
Fireworks safety important for Fourth of July celebrations, law enforcement urges
With Fourth of July festivities commencing later this week, many Corpus Christi residents will be watching fireworks displays scheduled for Thursday on the bayfront and North Padre Island. About 80 Corpus Christi police officers will be working at the Mayor's 47th annual Fourth of July Big Bang Fireworks Celebration, said...
Minor traffic stop leads to driver's arrest for stolen car from Georgia
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Nueces County Constable Pct. 3 deputies said that a minor traffic stop lead to the arrest of a man driving a stolen car out of Georgia. Authorities said they pulled over a 2017 Infinity SUV on Monday at around 11:19 p.m. for a minor violation when a further investigation revealed that the vehicle was taken from Georgia.
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