From Blight to Bright: Corpus Christi’s CLEAR plan turns empty lots into affordable homes
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — In the heart of one of Corpus Christi’s oldest neighborhoods, the sounds of hammers and heavy equipment are echoing once again. It’s not just noise—it’s the sound of rebirth. The Corpus Christi Housing Authority has launched a bold new initiative called...
New Bill Witt Aquatic Center temporarily turns away families due to capacity
The Parks and Rec Department says the current capacity is 200 people including staff and guests. They also say they are fully staffed.
Wife of Houston carjacking victim says she’s still waiting for answers
HOUSTON – The wife of a man killed during a violent carjacking in southwest Houston says she’s still waiting for answers — and for justice — nearly a week after her husband was shot and later died at the hospital. Noel Venero Lopez was a father,...
‘She’s wonderful’: Whataburger employee, 89, has customers coming in just to see her
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (KRIS) - A Texas Whataburger employee is warming customers’ hearts with her caring nature and endless work ethic. Many say Terry Guerra has been a beacon of warmth and hospitality in Corpus Christi, where she has worked in the restaurant industry for more than half a century, including 17 years...
New Goodwill store to hold grand opening with career center, performances
The ribbon-cutting ceremony will include live performances from the King High School drum line and the Flour Bluff twirlers, along with giveaways and refreshments for attendees.
Rare falcons make coastal comeback on Padre Island thanks to conservation efforts
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A major milestone is unfolding on North Padre Island: a rare species of falcon once thought gone from the Texas landscape is making a comeback thanks to conscious breeding and reintroduction efforts underway right here in the Coastal Bend. For the first time, there's proof...
Calallen softball’s Braelyn Bailey leads six on UIL All-State Tournament team
The Calallen softball team was well-represented on the UIL All-State Tournament team that was released June 1. The Wildcats beat Andrews 9-2 in the Class 4A Division I state championship game to claim their third consecutive state championship. Junior Braelyn Bailey was named the MVP of the state tournament after...
A Day to Remember & Yellowcard announce joint Maximum Fun tour
A Day to Remember and Yellowcard are hitting the road together on the Maximum Fun tour. The joint outing kicks off Sept. 5 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, and concludes Nov. 22 in Corpus Christi, Texas. Depending on the dates, openers include Dinosaur Pile-Up, State Champs, The Wonder Years and Boundaries.
Corpus Christi seeks public input on budget priorities
Corpus Christi launches online survey seeking resident input on priorities as city faces $7 million budget gap for Fiscal Year 2026. Survey open June 2-15.
Summer meal programs in the Coastal Bend
If you're looking for summer meal programs in the Coastal Bend, there are several in Corpus Christi for kids under 18.
