Odem Police Department’s future uncertain
ODEM, Texas — The future of the Odem Police Department is once again under discussion after city council held a special meeting earlier this week. Nearly two years after it was disbanded, the city council raised the possibility of bringing the department back,. Driving on U.S. 77 through Odem,...
Corpus Christi, TX: Friday Temps 72–76, Warmer Weekend Ahead
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Corpus Christi, Texas — Near-normal temperatures are expected across the Coastal Bend on Friday, with afternoon highs climbing into the mid-70s as a warming trend begins heading into the weekend. According...
Halo Flight breaks ground on new headquarters aimed at saving more lives
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Halo Flight, the nonprofit air medical transport service that has served South Texas for nearly four decades, broke ground this week on a new headquarters leaders say will strengthen its ability to save lives across the region. The new facility, located on FM 665, is...
Mother Teresa Shelter hosts winter outreach event
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Mother Teresa Shelter hosted a winter outreach event this week, bringing together local agencies to provide food, blankets and resources to people in need. Daniel Ramirez, outreach homeless manager at the shelter, said the event helps connect the homeless community with services while...
H-E-B brings Holiday spirit to Coastal Bend with 37th annual Feast of Sharing
Community member Jennifer Balderas said attending the event has become a yearly tradition for her and her family.
USS Lexington Museum celebrates Christmas with visit from Santa Claus
"Just something fun for the kids to do," Lori Gonzales, a visitor from San Antonio, said. "We had a nice breakfast and we're about to do some pictures with Santa."
Downtown Corpus Christi shooting leads to one injured, two arrested
Two men were arrested after a 53-year-old man suffered multiple gunshot wounds in the 400 block of North Mesquite Street early Dec. 19, Corpus Christi police said. At 12:47 a.m., Corpus Christi police officers were dispatched to the downtown area in reference to a shooting. Officers found the victim and began...
Rockport Blue Santa Event Brings Holiday Cheer to 107 Local Children
More than 100 children from Rockport spent part of their day shopping alongside law enforcement officers and first responders during the Rockport Police Department’s annual Blue Santa event, an initiative aimed at spreading holiday cheer and strengthening community ties. A total of 107 children participated in the...
Robstown crime declines in 2025 despite high per-capita rates
Robstown Police report drops in several crimes from 2024–25, even as the city’s per-capita crime rate remains above state and national averages.
Check Out This Massive Whataburger Ordered at South Texas Locatio
The burger features 8 patties and 8 slices of cheese. However, this guy draws the line at pickles.
