City of Portland looking at ‘water independence’ to combat future water woes
The Portland City Council is actively exploring ways to secure its own water supply, moving to potentially gain independence from the City of Corpus Christi and Corpus Christi Water.
Lawmakers weigh AI oversight, mental health concerns
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — In Washington, D.C., lawmakers this week took up concerns about artificial intelligence — specifically the dangers some say warrant tighter oversight, especially as it relates to mental health and wellness. Some fear the accessible technology has become a go-to for people seeking mental...
Police cite possible money-related motive in recent Robstown shootings
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Robstown police confirmed to 3NEWS that the shooting that left a teen boy dead on Tuesday and another juvenile injured last Saturday are related. In a Facebook post last weekend, the Robstown Police Department, Nueces County Sheriff's Office, and the Nueces County Constable's Office Precinct 5...
ACA Subsidy Cuts Could Hit South Texas Hard, Putting Thousands at Risk of Losing...
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — South Texans who rely on Affordable Care Act health insurance plans could be facing steep premium increases in January as Congress’ temporary funding deal allows key pandemic-era subsidies to expire. The subsidies, approved in 2021, expanded financial assistance to households earning more than...
Kitchen Cops for the week of November 10th through 14th
We take a look at eateries around the Coastal Bend that are keeping it clean... and those that need to clean things up.
Robstown man accused of shooting 16-year-old boy Sunday claims self-defense
According to the report, officers found the shooting victim bleeding on a back porch of a home on the 700 block of West Avenue C.
Abraham Anzaldua sentenced to life in prison for mother’s brutal murder
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A Nueces County jury has sentenced Abraham Anzaldua to life in prison without the possibility of parole after finding him guilty of capital murder in the brutal killing of his mother. The verdict was delivered just after 9 a.m. today, closing a case marked by disturbing evidence, emotional...
City gets $264K state grant for homeless services, nonprofits can apply
Corpus Christi receives $264,000 state grant for homeless services. Nonprofits have until December 3 to apply for funding assistance programs.
H-E-B Donates $75,000 to Corpus Christi Meals on Wheels, Largest Gift in Program’s History
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The City of Corpus Christi’s Meals on Wheels program is receiving its largest single donation to date — a $75,000 grant from H-E-B that city officials say will help provide thousands of meals to seniors. The donation is part of a $1 million...
Desal 2.0: hitting “first base” again
Corpus Christi City Council revived its Inner Harbor desalination project by approving a new MOU and ordering environmental studies, drawing sharp concerns over future costs to residents.
