Coastal Texas Keep Your Eyes on the Gulf – Tropical Update
(KPEL-FM) Over the past week, we have been monitoring the forecast models that predict the weather not only for the Gulf Coast but for the entire nation. One model the National Weather Service leans on in preparing its weather information for you is the GFS, or Global Forecast System, model.
Texas Weather Alert: Corpus Christi Faces 100° Heat and Thunderstorms Through Monday
Corpus Christi, Texas – Dangerous heat and scattered thunderstorms are expected across South Texas through early next week, with the highest rain chances arriving by Thursday and Friday, raising concerns for localized flooding. According to the National Weather Service in Corpus Christi, a shift in the upper-level...
West Oso ISD students learn about justice system
Students from West Oso ISD learn about the inner workings of the local justice system through a four day program offering direct interaction with government officials.
Thomas J. Henry raises American Bank Center naming rights bid to $2 million
Thomas J. Henry has increased his bid for the American Bank Center naming rights to $2 million per year for 10 years, raising his total offer from $12.5 million to $20 million.
CCISD approves $372.6 million budget with raises for all eligible employees
CCISD approves $372.6 million budget with raises for teachers and staff. Teachers with 5+ years of experience will receive a $5,000 increase following Texas legislative changes.
USS Lexington museum celebrates women’s military service on Women Veterans Day
The USS Lexington Museum honors Women Veterans Day with an exhibit celebrating women's naval service, highlighting the ship's 1980 milestone as the first carrier with permanent women crew.
Second bond reduction request denied to Omaha Drive shooting suspect
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A man awaiting trial for a murder charge requested two separate motions in court Thursday. Andrew Botello appeared before Judge Michael McCauley requesting another lawyer, and for his bond to be lowered. The 60-year-old’s first request was granted, while the second was denied. This...
Legal eagles battle for arena nesting rights
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The name on the American Bank Center could soon be changing, and two of South Texas’ most well-known legal heavyweights are driving up the price. Corpus Christi city leaders say the Hilliard law firm and Thomas J. Henry are both in the running to secure naming rights for the downtown arena....
Man accused of killing a 2-month-old baby in 2022 rearrested, in court Thursday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A man indicted for capital murder of a person under 10-years of age was in court Thursday. Ariel Reyes has been out on bond for over a year now, and 3NEWS has learned he was re-arrested Tuesday at his workplace. The murder dates back to...
‘He Was Our Everything’ Loved ones remember Army veteran Killed in Crash on Hwy...
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A local family is grieving the sudden loss of a father and United States Army veteran after a deadly motorcycle crash on Hwy 358 near Bear Lane early Monday morning. CCPD is still searching for a vehicle that may have been involved—and his loved ones...