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The campaign represents a commitment to transparency, community engagement, and regional partnership as Corpus Christi advances $171 million in strategic water projects.
The City Council approved a $169.5 million Groundwater Rights Purchase and Sale Agreement with Evangeline/Laguna, LP, along with related agreements with the City of Sinton and the St. Paul Water Supply Corporation.
Phase 1 of the Commodore Park enhancements will transform this mostly undeveloped public space on North Padre Island into a premier regional recreational destination.
The Texas Jail Commission, composed of nine members appointed by the Governor, plays a vital role in shaping jail policy and ensuring accountability across the state.
At approximately 7:00 am on Friday, October 17, 2025, emergency responders were dispatched to a vehicle rollover.
The existing Fire Stations No. 8 and No. 10 require replacement due to energy inefficiency, degraded foundations, and outdated infrastructure.
The site will feature a modern convenience store and numerous covered fuel pumps for both gasoline and diesel.
Authorities say the vehicle had four occupants, all of whom were ejected during the crash.
A drug and crime prevention program that aims to strengthen the bond between the community and our police officers.
The driver of the red SUV was transported to Kleberg Hospital for treatment.
The campaign stresses how important it is to BUY, CHARGE, and RECYCLE safely when it comes to lithium-ion batteries.
Tragedy in Baffin Bay — Longtime Riviera fishing guide Craig West was killed in an early-morning boat crash Saturday. Authorities are investigating possible causes.
The basic mission of the Marine Toys for Tots Program is to collect new unwrapped toys during October & November and distribute those toys to economically disadvantaged children in the community in which the campaign is conducted.
Upon arrival, crews found flames showing from multiple openings of the structure.
All applications will be entered into a random selection process, also known as a lottery.
The water provided by CCW undergoes daily testing and treatment, meeting all regulatory requirements established by the EPA and the TCEQ.
After successful communication with the male, he agreed to come down from the structure.
City council approved several major infrastructure measures totaling $54.7 million.
The briefing represents a step in exploring innovative water management solutions for the region.
On Monday multiple agencies responded to a two-vehicle accident on U.S. Highway 77 near County Road 4.
Funding Supports Flood Mitigation and Emergency Preparedness at Greenwood and Oso Wastewater Treatment Plants.
On Thursday, August 28, 2025, at approximately 3:56 p.m., a cotton picker tractor caught fire outside of Ricardo. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation.
Officials say the vehicle hydroplaned off the roadway and came to rest in the median.
The VR simulator will provide officers and cadets with immersive, realistic training scenarios to improve decision-making, judgment, and de-escalation techniques in high-stress situations.
The City of Corpus Christi’s Municipal Court is kicking off Warrant Resolution Month on September 1.
Two agenda items related to the Inner Harbor Water Treatment Campus (IHWTC) – the City’s desalination initiative, originally scheduled for the August 26 City Council meeting, have been rescheduled.
The truck is part of the department’s transition to an updated all-red paint scheme, a standard design across the fleet.
The Nueces County Sheriff’s Office announces new certifications within its K9 Unit that strengthen public safety efforts in the region.
Improvements set for four locations throughout Corpus Christi.
The evaluation will focus on solutions to reduce service interruptions and improve long-term reliability.
San Patricio County Sheriff Oscar Rivera announced that inmate Kelvin Hart Dawe, 31, has been sentenced to 99 years in prison.
This would be the second time that the Player’s Lounge had been raided in less than a year.
October 2025 Most Wanted in Nueces County.
In jail calls, Padier explained that she avoided seeing her family during this time because she knew law enforcement was searching for her.
Investigators were able to apprehend both subjects, who were later transported to the Jim Wells County Jail.
Martinez turned himself into the Nueces County Sheriff’s Department on the evening of September 30, 2025.
When officers arrived, they located a male with a gunshot wound. Officers detained multiple people from inside of the residence.
Blaine Milam previously had two scheduled executions stayed for the 2008 killing of his then-fiancée’s daughter.
During the course of the stop, the agent observed several indicators of criminal activity.
Due to the findings of this investigation, a grand jury issued a true bill indictment against Vela for intentionally and knowingly influencing a Texan’s vote in the presence of the ballot during the voting process, which is an offense punishable as a state jail felony.
Texas actor recognized for his gruff voice and standout role in indie western Sundown.
Participants engaged in an open roundtable discussion focused on regional music development and collaboration.
Cinergy Entertainment hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate its 11th location - a 90,000 square foot entertainment center in Corpus Christi.
