Spring break crash in Port Aransas claims life of 22-year-old man thrown from Jeep
The man was seen in a viral video twerking on top of the Jeep moments before the deadly crash.
No Flatline statue planned by city of Corpus Christi despite rumors
False rumors are circulating on social media that the city of Corpus Christi plans to honor deceased rapper Flatline with a statue alongside the beloved Mirador de la Flor memorial to Selena Quintanilla-Perez. Several posts on Facebook and Instagram on March 26 claimed the Corpus Christi City Council voted...
Abbott Pours Cash Into Bases While Hinojosa Sounds Corpus Christi Water Alarm
In the span of two days, Texas voters got a preview of how infrastructure is set to dominate the 2026 governor’s race. Gov. Greg Abbott rolled out a fresh round of state funding aimed at military communities, while Democratic nominee Gina Hinojosa took the microphone in Corpus Christi to warn that water security is...
Tesla’s ‘Black’ Wastewater Pipe Sparks Texas Uproar
Workers in Nueces County stumbled on a mystery pipe spewing dark liquid into a drainage ditch—then traced it back to Tesla’s lithium refinery near Robstown. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality investigated and said the plant’s discharge met permit limits for dissolved solids, oil and grease, chlorides,...
30 miles of pipe could change everything for Corpus Christi
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi is taking a major step toward securing its water future, and it’s happening in the middle of a ranch outside Sinton. City Manager Peter Zanoni was on the Welder Ranch in San Patricio County as the first shipment of massive 48-inch pipes arrived. The pipes, transported by...
Bob Hall Pier to close temporarily next week for restaurant construction
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Construction on the future restaurant space at Bob Hall Pier is ramping up next week, bringing a brief but notable closure to the popular waterfront landmark. Nueces County Coastal Parks Director Scott Cross said crews will use a crane to set concrete panels at the...
Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary honors local leaders at 2026 Coastal Bend event
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary is highlighting community impact and honoring local leaders during its 2026 "Women to Know" event in the Coastal Bend. The event on Thursday is recognizing two women for their professional success and community service. First Edition's co-anchor, Barbi Leo,...
City of Corpus Christi weekly water briefing, March 27
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi City Manager Peter Zanoni is holding a weekly media briefing today to provide updates on ongoing efforts to secure a long-term water supply for the region. The briefing is scheduled for Friday, March 27, at 10 a.m. and will take place in the...
Nueces County approves amended road deal for Tesla’s lithium facility
Tesla will fund stronger subsurface construction and additional road work near its Robstown lithium facility, with the completion deadline pushed to July 2027.
City of Rockport announces Spring Yard Waste Pickup Program beginning April 2026
The City of Rockport is pleased to announce that, in partnership with Republic Services, a special pickup program for bagged leaves and grass clippings will commence on April 1, 2026.
