Body of missing fisherman Charles Huff found near Fish Pass
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — 8 p.m. update. The Corpus Christi Police Department has confirmed that the body of Charles Huff was found. CCPD is waiting for the medical examiner to determine the cause of death. CCPD Officer Braden Tackett was on the scene when Huff's body was located. "After...
Abbott vetoes $60 million program that would feed millions of low-income kids
One in four Texas children face food insecurity — and a program to help feed them was just vetoed. Summer food assistance programs are a lifeline for some, but now that future is unclear.
Overnight road closures planned ahead of Harbor Bridge opening
Overnight road closures begin Sunday ahead of the Harbor Bridge opening in Corpus Christi. Plan for detours on US 181, I-37, and SH 286 through Wednesday morning.
Federal funding uncertainty threatens HIV/STI screenings at Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation may soon be forced to scale back its HIV and STI screenings due to recent pauses in federal funding. The organization provides essential services—often free to the public—but says it is now in limbo after two critical grants were either paused or placed in...
Juneteenth celebration continues at Water’s Edge with music, health services
The Coastal Bend Juneteenth Festival is in full swing at Water's Edge Park, featuring hip hop and rap performances as part of today's themed entertainment.
Corpus Christi’s 48th annual Fourth of July fireworks show set
Corpus Christi's 48th Annual Big Bang Fourth of July Firework Show begins July 4 at 9:30 p.m., featuring a morning veteran ceremony and family activities along the bayfront.
Businesses react to traffic changes as new Harbor Bridge construction nears end
Local businesses near the new Harbor Bridge are adapting to traffic changes. Some reflect on challenges over the past few years, and others are optimistic about increased customer access.
Corpus Christi housing scandal: Signed, sealed, and possibly illegal
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The City of Corpus Christi is accusing the local Housing Authority of cutting secretive apartment deals that may have bypassed state law and now threaten to strip millions from the city's tax rolls. City officials say these agreements allowed apartment complexes to be designated as...
Bishop man arrested on felony warrant
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Bishop police arrested a man with a felony warrant out of Kleberg County last Sunday. The Bishop Police Department (BPD) said that, with the assistance of Nueces County Constable Precinct 3, it received reports of a disturbance call to a home at the 300 block of W. 3rd Street.
New program helps Corpus Christi residents pay water bills
Corpus Christi launches Project One Water utility assistance program through Mission 911 to help residents struggling with water bills, funded by $86,176 from industry professionals.
