Fire damaged vacant building near boxing gym
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A late-night commercial fire caused heavy damage to a single-story building on the city’s west side, according to Corpus Christi Fire Department Chief Tony Perez. Firefighters were called to the 1400 block of South 19th Street just before midnight Saturday, around 11:58 p.m., after...
Corpus Christi leaders to reconsider Inner Harbor desal with new cost
The Inner Harbor desalination plant that ground to a halt in September is slated to return to the Corpus Christi City Council, this time with a newly proposed cost. At about $978.7 million, it’s roughly $300 million less than a previous estimate that had been brought by a different contractor to the council late last...
Corpus Christi’s Ritz Theatre lands $30M boost for revival ahead of 100th anniversary
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A beloved historic building is stepping into its next chapter, with new funding set for the next phase of its rehabilitation. Weathered by time but still standing tall, the Ritz Theatre has defined downtown Corpus Christi for nearly a century and now, it could be on the brink of a new look.
Bob Hall Pier Roars Back To Life On The Corpus Christi Coast
After years of staring at a storm-battered stump instead of a full boardwalk, Corpus Christi regulars are finally getting their pier back. Bob Hall Pier, the signature fishing spot at Padre Balli Park on North Padre Island, is set to reopen to the public on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, with a ribbon-cutting at 11 a.m....
Fire damages multiple boats at Marker 37 marina in Corpus Christi,
Fire damages multiple boats at Marker 37 marina in Corpus Christi. No injuries reported. Investigation underway.
Missing 16-year-old from Bexar County may be in Corpus Christi, deputies say
BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — According to the Bexar County Sheriff's Office, deputies are searching for a missing 16-year-old girl out of Bexar County who may now be in Corpus Christi. Sheriff's said Klarissa Zapata was last seen leaving her home on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026, around 6:40 a.m. Surveillance...
Firefighters battle massive marina blaze in Corpus Christi
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Firefighters responded to a significant fire at a marina near 13317 South Padre Island Drive early this morning, battling strong winds that fueled the flames. The Corpus Christi Fire Department reported that upon arrival, approximately 300 feet of dock space and several boats were engulfed...
Softball Sweeps Sul Ross State in Doubleheader
SAN ANTONIO — St. Mary's University juniors Gabriela Banda (San Antonio) and Samiya Johnson (Corpus Christi, Texas) both went 4-for-6 at the plate with a combined 10 RBIs in Softball's doubleheader sweep of Sul Ross State on Sunday afternoon. The Rattlers won 9-0 and 12-1 in a pair of run-rule contests to improve to...
Army West Point Softball Sweeps Texas A&M-CC, Tarleton State
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Army West Point softball (5-8) used high-powered offense and lock-down defense to sweep their Texas foes, run-ruling both Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders (3-10), 8-0, and tournament host, the Tarleton State Texans (10-5), 10-0. On the day, the Black Knights combined for 18 runs and 22 hits,...
Commercial fire near JFK Causeway destroys dock and boats
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A large dock and boat fire near the JFK Causeway is expected to keep emergency crews on scene for several hours, according to fire officials. Authorities reported receiving the call around 3:47 a.m. Monday after a commercial fire was dispatched to the area of marker 37, near the Sunset Island...
