Hail damage repairs keep auto shops busy from Portland to Corpus Christi
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Auto repair crews in Portland have been working non-stop, dealing with damaged vehicles from last weekend’s hailstorm. In fact, by necessity, some of that business is now spilling over into Corpus Christi. From a distance, the dents look like lines and squiggles — but...
Fitch revises Corpus Christi’s credit outlook to negative amid drought and desalination setback
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Fitch Ratings has revised its outlook on Corpus Christi’s utility system bonds from Stable to Negative, citing rising financial pressures and mounting uncertainty about the city’s long-term water supply. In a report issued Oct. 31, Fitch affirmed approximately $1.19 billion in the city’s...
Teacher honored for helping hospitalized children continue education
Marie Soza created a hospital school program after losing her son to a brain tumor, and now she helps patients continue learning during treatment
International sailing championship returns to Corpus Christi Bay
International sailors compete in U.S. Multi-Hull Championship races at Corpus Christi Bay through Friday, with daily racing from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Pet of the Week: Hansel
Hansel loves playing with toys and getting treats. He knows how to sit and walks well on a leash!
Westside’s Molina Neighborhood Center seeks community help amid funding cuts
Molina Neighborhood Center on Corpus Christi's Westside seeks community support to survive funding challenges affecting vital community services.
Parents allege abuse, lack of transparency in Sinton special education classroom
Parents of non-verbal, autistic children in the Sinton ISD are raising concerns about an alleged incident in a special education classroom and lack of transparency from the district.
More than 150 birds rescued from Texas preserve after severe hailstorm injuries
Over 150 birds were rescued from Shamrock Island Preserve after a hailstorm. A multi-agency effort led by ARK aims to rehabilitate injured wildlife.
Why 16 Texas cities just paid millions for water that doesn’t exist yet
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A major desalination project that could reshape the future of water in South Texas is taking another step forward. The Nueces River Authority is moving into the design and planning phase for a massive desalination plant on Harbor Island, just off Port Aransas. It’s a multibillion-dollar...
ACA open enrollment begins: Key changes for Coastal Bend shoppers
From rising deductibles to possible Medicare delays, local insurance experts say now’s the time for Coastal Bend residents to review their 2025 health plans.
