Corpus Christi man sentenced to 35 years for the death of 3-year-old, Augustine “Augie”...
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A judge sentenced Enrique Lopez to 35 years in prison on Thursday in the death of 3-year-old Augustine "Augie" Valencia. Prosecutors said Lopez fatally injured 'Augie' at the Veranda Apartments in Corpus Christi in February 2025 while he was dating the child's mother. Evidence presented at...
Corpus Christi ranks 94th best for an active lifestyle in 2026, WalletHub finds
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — As many Americans head into 2026 with resolutions to exercise more and lose weight, where they live could play a significant role in whether they succeed. According to a WalletHub study, Corpus Christi ranked 94th on the list. Cities that make it easier to stay...
Seasonal visitors help keep Rockport thriving
Winter Texans bring more than just warm smiles to Rockport — they bring real support to local businesses. Shop owners say they help boost sales and keep the doors open
Roxanne Palacios denied parole again in fatal Harbor Bridge wrong-way DUI crash
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Roxanne Palacios, the woman convicted in a deadly 2022 wrong-way crash on the Harbor Bridge, was denied parole again on Wednesday as she continues serving her sentence for killing two people and seriously injuring another while driving intoxicated. Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles confirms...
45-year-old cold case closed
The homicide of Laura Pippin Danka, which remained unsolved for 45 years, is now considered closed after the perpetrator was identified.
Robstown police recover firearm after student posts images to social media
ROBSTOWN, Texas - A firearm displayed on social media by a student has been recovered by the Robstown Police Department. The discovery followed a tip from the Robstown ISD Police Department, leading officers to a residence on the 1200 block of Kansas Street. The investigation confirmed the presence of the firearm...
Amanda Torres sworn in as new Port of Corpus Christi commissioner
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Amanda Torres was officially sworn in Wednesday as the newest Port of Corpus Christi commissioner, beginning her term on the board that guides policy and development for one of the nation’s largest port complexes. Nueces County Judge Connie Scott administered the oath of office...
Corpus Christi Weather: Unseasonable Heat Ends Friday, Temps Drop Into the 50s This Weekend
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Corpus Christi, Texas – Unseasonably warm weather will hold on across the Coastal Bend through the end of the workweek before a sharp cooldown and increasing rain chances arrive this weekend, bringing a...
Bingo Loco is bringing a full concert party to Corpus Christi
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Bingo is getting a serious glow-up in Corpus Christi this week. Bingo Loco, a touring “Name That Song” bingo concert party, is bringing its high-energy, nightclub-style show to the Mansion Royal Event Center near Ennis Joslin on Friday. Organizers describe the experience as...
Bishop police investigate threatening call targeting local schools
Bishop police investigated a threatening call targeting schools from an out-of-state number. No credible threat found after campus checks.
