Corpus Christi Cuts Timeline to Disaster as Abbott Issues Emergency Orders
The governor’s office said the city’s two main reservoirs could dry up by May, much sooner than previous timelines. But authorities still offer no plan for curtailment of water use. Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, non-partisan news organization that covers...
Miller High senior makes history as licensed drone pilot
Ray Miller High School senior Marissa Perez made history as a licensed drone pilot in a field where less than 5% of pilots are women.
Mr. Gatti’s Pizza shatters records at new Portland location
Mr. Gatti's Pizza celebrated a record-breaking soft opening at its new Portland, Texas location, generating $239,000 in sales during its first week.
‘Leave no stone unturned’: Texas city fast running out of water still considering a...
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi city leaders are once again searching for answers to the region’s growing water concerns, and a new proposal could put another desalination plant on the table. City Council is now being asked to approve a motion allowing staff to work with CPS...
Officials: No plans to pause permits on new home construction despite water concerns
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Concerns about the Coastal Bend's water supply have raised questions about what it could mean for future growth in Corpus Christi. Some realtors and home builders have wondered whether the city could eventually stop issuing permits for new homes if drought conditions continue and water...
City Council approves millions for Evangeline Groundwater despite legal hurdles
The City of Corpus Christi is betting big on the Evangeline Groundwater Project. The council approving millions to move it forward, but ongoing legal disputes could risk a delay of two years.
Robstown restaurant fights water concerns with new filter system
Robstown's Rod N Rolls installed a reverse osmosis system to improve water quality for customers amid ongoing community water concerns.
Fire crews respond to two early morning house fires on the city’s west side
Two early-morning structure fires on Corpus Christi's west side broke out just before 5 a.m., but luckily, no injuries were reported.
Corpus Christi rain barrel sales more than double in a week
Corpus Christi Water reports rain barrel purchases jumped from 55 to 125 in a single week. The city sells them for $47 plus tax, with a limit of 2 per household.
Corpus Christi wells appear to pump water into the Nueces River without permits
On Friday, city leaders said they were waiting for necessary TCEQ permits to start bringing in water from the Western Well Field. However, KRIS 6 was in the sky and observed water already flowing.
