Corpus Christi City Council Rejects $60,000 Community Gift to Benefit Water Desalination Plant
The donation was intended to cover the cost of applying for a federal grant to build a city-owned treatment plant.
Texas Imports of Venezuelan Oil Soar
Gulf Coast refineries are welcoming the surge from Venezuela during the prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure that’s virtually halted imports from Iraq and Saudi Arabia.
Corpus Christi Approves $7.4 Million Plan for Affordable Housing
The annual plan serves as the fourth update to the City’s five-year Consolidated Plan.
Public's Help Sought to Identify Aransas Pass Suspect
The Aransas Pass Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying this suspect involved in a fraud case.
Two individuals Arrested and Charged with Manufacture of a Controlled Substance
During the execution of the warrant, Robstown Police Department Organized Crime Unit Detectives observed suspected narcotics in plain view.
Cold Case Unit Identifies Remains of Missing Trafficking Victim Kristen Galvan
Anyone with information regarding Kristen Galvan is encouraged to contact the OAG Cold Case and Missing Persons Unit.
City of Corpus Christi Monitoring Inflows to Choke Canyon and Lake Corpus Christi
Rainfall runoff throughout the basin is expected to move through the Frio, Atascosa, and Nueces River systems, ultimately contributing vital inflows to both Choke Canyon Reservoir and Lake Corpus Christi.
CBP Air Branch Rescues Injured Hiker
The aircrew landed briefly to load the patient and rescue specialist into the helicopter and transported the patient to a local hospital for treatment.
Alice Woman Charged in PTA Theft Case
In addition, detectives have been conducting a separate investigation involving funds raised to assist two young boys with medical expenses.
Floodwater Delays Corpus Christi’s Water Emergency
A prolonged drought had put the Coastal Bend city months away from running short of water, but upstream storms have improved the outlook.
Teen Killed in Early Morning Boating Collision
The collision occurred at approximately 6:15 am on July 25.
Three Juveniles Charged After Burglary and Extensive Vandalism at Alice Business
Three juveniles have been charged following the burglary and vandalism of an Alice business after officers responded to a report of a reckless driver early Friday morning.
Floodwater Starts Arriving in Corpus Christi Reservoirs
Choke Canyon has almost doubled its supply of water this week, although the reservoir is still at 15% capacity.
Historic Legal Victory Forcing Discord to Protect Texas Children from Online Predators
In 2025 alone, Discord submitted 489,782 reports of suspected child sexual exploitation on its platform.
Kingsville PD Assists DEA in Seizure of Approximately $300,000
According to federal authorities, the currency is alleged to be proceeds derived from criminal activity associated with drug trafficking and other illegal offenses.
Falfurrias Border Patrol Intercepted Human Smuggling Attempt
Authorities said the incident highlights the extreme dangers associated with human smuggling operations, which often place the lives of men, women, and children at serious risk in pursuit of financial gain.
Help Locate Missing Person
Steven was recently reported missing by family and was last seen in May of 2026.
Community Colleges Beat Student Outcome Predictions
A formula designed to reward colleges for student success generated larger payouts than budgeted. Now, Texas’ higher education agency may limit how schools receive such funding.
Lawmakers Call for Audit of State’s Broadband Grant
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dustin Burrows are questioning how the state distributes funding for internet services.
CBP Seize More than $2.7 Million in Cocaine at Pharr International Bridge
CBP OFO seized the narcotics and vehicle. Homeland Security Investigation Special Agents initiated a criminal investigation.