Authorities Investigating Fatal Workplace Accident at Kingsville AEP Facility
A 63-year-old Laredo man died Friday morning in a workplace accident at the AEP Texas facility in Kingsville, according to the Kingsville Police Department.
Texas Clarifies Voucher Rules for Special Education Support
The office tasked with handing out vouchers clarified that families who do not complete a special education evaluation this year may have a chance to qualify for more funding in future years.
$1M in Methamphetamine at Roma Port
The seizure occurred on Sunday, March 8, at the Roma International Bridge.
Future Teacher Qualify for National Competition
This year marked a record-breaking 2,520 contest entries. The students prepared their entries beforehand and brought the finished product to the conference for judging.
Two Arrested on Outstanding Felony Warrants in Overnight Operations
Deputies with the Nueces County Precinct 5 Constable’s Office arrested two individuals on multiple outstanding felony warrants during overnight operations Thursday, March 12.
SGA Athletes Earn Multiple Medals at Cowboy Relays
Athletes from Santa Gertrudis Academy turned in a strong performance at the Cowboy Relays held in Premont, earning several medals across track and field events.
TRIO Programs Celebrate 60 Years
TRIO is a Federal outreach and student services programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.
City of Sinton Declines Water Project Meeting, Seeks Transparency From City of Corpus Christi
The city also raised concerns about what it described as Corpus Christi’s refusal to share hydrogeological and water-quality data related to the project.
Corpus Christi Careens Toward Water Catastrophe
City officials expect to reach a “water emergency” within months and run out of water next year. That would halt jet fuel deliveries to Texas airports, hike gas prices and trigger a local economic disaster without precedent, former officials say.
Local Colleges sign MOU to Establish Javelina Engineering Academies
Students pursuing engineering degrees and enrolled in the JAE will have expanded educational opportunities.
Greenwood Sports Complex Upgrades
This project aims to rejuvenate three key sports fields: Westside Pony Baseball Field, Universal League Youth Baseball Field, and Sparkling City Youth Softball Field.
TAMUK Hosts Second Regional Rural Med Camp
The two-day camp is part of the TAMU–College of Medicine Rural Medicine K-12 Outreach Program.
City of Corpus Christi Preparing for Spring Break 2026
The City of Corpus Christi is preparing for a large influx of visitors to area beaches during Spring Break 2026.
Burn Ban Issued for Nueces County
In response to critical drought conditions and an elevated risk of wildfires, Nueces County has issued a 60-day burn ban, effective immediately.
SNAP Benefits Face New Purchase Limits Beginning April 1
SNAP recipients can no longer buy candy or sweetened drinks with their Lone Star Cards in Texas starting April 1, 2026.
$286K in Suspected Cartel Cash Seized During Traffic Stop in Ricardo
The seizure occurred exactly one week after the Task Force’s previous major currency interdiction.
Texas Primary Voters Set New Midterm Record
Nearly one in four registered voters in Texas cast a ballot in Tuesday’s primaries, a high-water mark for midterm elections in the state’s recent history.
Lady Badgers’ Playoff Run Ends in State Semifinals
Despite the setback, the Lady Badgers capped off a historic season under head coach Sherry Luna.
Santa Gertrudis Tennis Earns Third-Place Team Finish at Orange Grove Tournament
The varsity tennis team from Santa Gertrudis High School earned a third-place overall team finish.
Traffic Stop in Falfurrias Leads to Firearms Seizure, Tampering Charge
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives responded to assist with the investigation.