Choke Canyon State Park hosts bird festival amid ongoing drought conditions
Choke Canyon State Park hosts a bird festival Saturday despite the drought dropping the lake to 8% capacity.
A Lucky Weekend: St. Paddy’s Fest and local events across the Coastal Bend
Downtown Corpus Christi is going green again as the St. Paddy’s Festival returns, kicking off a lucky weekend filled with food, music, and events filled with family fun across the Coastal Bend.
City Manager Peter Zanoni addresses some water concerns in news conference
Zanoni addressed the media Friday, saying Corpus Christi will not run out of water, while outlining permit efforts and potential Level 1 emergency surcharges.
Survivor of 2012 Portland attack wins $198 million in lawsuit
The survivor of a 2012 attack in a Portland park has been awarded $198 million in a civil lawsuit against her attacker, nearly 15 years after the attack and over a decade since the murder conviction. Records from the 343rd District Court in San Patricio County show that a jury reached a verdict in Mary Kristene...
César Chávez Marcha event in Corpus Christi cancelled
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The 25th Corpus Christi César Chávez Marcha scheduled for March 28, 2026, has been cancelled due to sensitive issues. According to organizers in a social media post, the cancellation mirrors similar decisions in San Francisco, Houston, San Antonio, and other locations across the nation.
Yes, Texas can take over Corpus Christi as Abbott has threatened to
When news broke on Monday that Corpus Christi, Texas, was in danger of running out of water as early as next year, Gov. Greg Abbott a day later threatened to “take over” the municipality. But outside of placing the blame for the water crisis on city officials, what would Abbott’s proposed state takeover of a city...
Nueces County grand jury indicts CCPD officer accused of stealing money
Haecker's charges stem from an investigation into allegations of theft from a local non-profit and use of his city-issued gas card. Haecker was placed on paid administrative leave on October 2, 2025.
Port Aransas police ramp up spring break patrols with community support
PORT ARANSAS, Texas — Port Aransas is a popular spring break destination, but while visitors are relaxing on the beach, local police are working overtime to keep things safe, and volunteers are supporting them. Port Aransas Police Department Patrol Sgt. Jonathan Haber said the goal is simple: be visible,...
Southern Miss Volleyball Heads to Stetson Spring Invitational
The Southern Miss women's volleyball team will compete in the Stetson Spring Invitational in DeLand, Florida, facing five teams over two days starting March 13.
Texas Weather Alert: Temperatures Surge to 99°F Sunday in Corpus Christi Before Cold Front...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Corpus Christi, Texas – South Texas residents could feel a dramatic weather swing over the next 48 hours as temperatures surge toward summerlike levels this weekend before a strong cold front sweeps through...
