Teen apprehended by RCSO after evading arrest in June
An 18-year-old man was arrested by the Refugio County Sheriff’s Office and charged with reckless driving and evading arrest with a motor vehicle after authorities say he fled from law enforcement during a recent high-speed chase. Malikia Thomas Scholz, who was taken into custody with assistance from the U.S....
Alice Police to begin increasing traffic enforcement this weekend
Alice Police Department is increasing traffic enforcement efforts as a part of an initiative that helps to keep neighbors safe on roadways.
City leaders reflect on OVG’s recent controversies amid naming rights decision
Following serious legal allegations against Tim Leiweke, the CEO of Oak View Group (OVG), city leaders raised concerns on July 15 about the integrity of ongoing business relations with the group.
Fight to protect Baffin Bay reaches Corpus Christi City Council
Corpus Christi residents and fishing guides protest a desalination project that would discharge millions of gallons of waste into Baffin Bay, demanding environmental impact studies.
Corpus Christi City Council discusses challenges in London TIRZ process
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — City council members expressed concern Tuesday over a proposal to create a new tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ) in the London area, questioning both the process and the city’s ability to support another such district. The proposed “TIRZ 7” would cover an area largely...
Richard King High School Royalette makes history, honored by Corpus Christi City Council
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Corpus Christi City Council took a moment Tuesday to recognize a standout student from Richard King High School who has made history and inspired a community. Alison Lopez, a senior and member of the King High School Royallettes drill team, was honored for becoming...
Power outages reported on the Southside in neighborhoods along Yorktown Blvd
An estimated time on AEP's website states power should be restored by 5:30 p.m.
Their bags were packed for the trip home, then the rain started
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — On Sunday afternoon, Katey Hoffmaster had her bags packed, ready to return home after a weekend trip to the Frio Country Resort on the Concan River. She went to bed thinking about her drive home the next day. Then she was awoken by the rain.
Bishop Police Captain Tony Macias passes away after battle with cancer
Interim Chief of Police confirmed to KRIS 6 News that Captain Tony Macias has passed away following a battle with cancer. Macias was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer on Thanksgiving Day last year.
What to do if you come across a jetty-trapped sea turtle
A Corpus Christi resident's discovery of a jetty-trapped sea turtle highlights the importance of knowing proper protocols if you find a distressed sea turtle in the jetties. Call 1-866-TURTLE-5.
