Twerking Man on Jeep Gets Ejected after Rear-Ending a Tesla Near Port Aransas, Texas
An incident near Port Aransas went viral on social media when a 22-year-old man twerking on a Jeep was subsequently ejected from his seat after the vehicle rear-ended a Tesla on Highway 361 on Saturday night. Residents have been alarmed…
Corpus Christi secures groundwater permit, avoids curtailment from Lake Texana
Corpus Christi Water secured a new groundwater permit and learned it will not face immediate curtailment from one of its last major water sources.
City shares e-bike and e-scooter safety rules
The City of Portland and the Portland Police Department are reminding residents about the rules for using electric bikes, e-scooters, and other small motorized devices. Riders must follow Texas law, operate safely, and respect others on roads, bike lanes, and sidewalks.
TxDOT advises pedestrians, cyclists safety during spring break
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — With warmer weather and increased traffic this spring break, safety officials are urging pedestrians and cyclists to stay alert while enjoying time outdoors. The Texas Department of Transportation reports that about 20 percent of all crashes statewide involve a cyclist or pedestrian,...
Corpus Christi legend Ronnie “Pointy Boots” Mathis dies after battle with cancer
Ronnie "Pointy Boots" Mathis, the Corpus Christi Westside legend known for his towering cowboy hats, jewel-toned suits, and famously long-toed boots, has died following a battle with Stage 4 prostate cancer.
City Council approves millions for Evangeline Groundwater despite legal hurdles
The City of Corpus Christi is betting big on the Evangeline Groundwater Project. The council approving millions to move it forward, but ongoing legal disputes could risk a delay of two years.
CC Police officer pleads not guilty to theft and credit card abuse charges
Travis Haecker is accused of using a non-profit's credit card for online gambling and to withdraw money from ATMs. CCPD launched another probe into his use of a city-issued gas card.
Port Aransas steps up security after crashes, shooting; encourages spring breakers to visit
The measures were taken after separate crashes in the area and a shooting that injured a group of five people, which made headlines at the start of the week.
Federal indictment targets alleged Homietos motorcycle gang in Houston
HOUSTON, Texas — A federal grand jury has issued a superseding indictment against 17 alleged members and associates of the Homietos outlaw motorcycle gang, accusing them of racketeering conspiracy and other violent crimes. The indictment charges several individuals with racketeering murder, attempted murder, assault,...
Falfurrias man pleads guilty to drug trafficking charges
A Falfurrias man pleaded guilty to drug trafficking after DEA agents found meth hidden beneath his property.
