Grass Fire in Dunes Near Park Road 22 Contained by Fire Crews
The fire was reported around 1:50 p.m. and was caused by electrical arcing from a power line, according to ESD 2.
City Council Advances $17.8 Million Federal Grant to Replace Water Lines
The funding comes through the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Defense Community Infrastructure Program.
Incentive Agreement for El Bolillo Bakery Expansion Approved
El Bolillo Bakery expansion to create 121 jobs and bring new economic activity to Corpus Christi’s Westside.
Need Outpaces Giving as Asbury's Thanksgiving for 1,000 Enters Final Push
More than 1,000 Corpus Christi families are waiting on Thanksgiving meals, but the campaign is only a third of the way to its goal.
City of Corpus Christi Pursues $221,404 Federal Grant to Support Police Equipment
As part of the joint application process, the City will enter into a 50/50 Interlocal Agreement with Nueces County.
Brush Country CASA Trunk or Treat
The Sheriff’s Office also recognized Brush Country CASA for its work supporting volunteers who advocate for children, youth and families involved in the child protective system across Brooks, Duval, Jim Wells, Kleberg and Kenedy counties.
Five Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash on FM 70
Emergency personnel assisted the injured individuals and worked to ensure scene safety.
City Council Approves Federal Grant to Improve Firefighter Safety
The funding will support the purchase and installation of ventilation systems designed to capture diesel exhaust.
City Accepts Donation for New Shade Structure
The improvement supports the City’s Parks & Recreation Department’s 10-Year Master Plan to enhance public parks.
Man Found Dead After Being Thrown From Boat Near Padre Isles
According to officials, the response began at approximately 11:53 am this morning, October 12, 2026, following a GPS activation.
Mary Rhodes Pipeline Begins Gradual Return to Service
The Mary Rhodes Pipeline begins gradual service following repairs near the O.N. Stevens Water Treatment Plant.
Driver Escapes Injury After Crash Near Bishop
Deputies said the passenger vehicle was traveling southbound when the driver took evasive action to avoid a semi-truck.
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Take Back Day offers free and anonymous disposal of unneeded medications at more than 4,200 drop-off locations nationwide.
Corpus Christi Water Making Progress
Over the weekend, initial findings indicated that the leak was at a welded manway, an access point built into the pipeline. The manway dates to the pipeline’s original construction more than 25 years ago.
Word of Mouth Brings Chess Players Together Through Local Events
On Saturday, Oct. 24, Corpus Christi Poet Laureate Kiya Vance and Word of Mouth are bringing an all-ages chess tournament and live music showcase to The Exchange in downtown Corpus Christi.
Temporary Closure of Watergarden Fountain For Incident Repairs
On September 19, at approximately 2 am, a vehicle entered the Watergarden area, drove through the basin, and became stuck.
Corpus Christi Water Investigating Potential Leak on Mary Rhodes Pipeline
During the pipeline restart, CCW identified a potential leak near the O.N. Stevens Water Treatment Plant across the Nueces River.
City of Corpus Christi to Open Applications for Minor Home Repair Program
Grants of up to $24,999 are available to 38 eligible homeowners.
Lavaca-Navidad River Authority & Corpus Christi Water to Perform Scheduled Maintenance
On Tuesday, September 29, the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority (LNRA), Corpus Christi Water (CCW), and their contractors will begin scheduled maintenance and upgrades to the Mary Rhodes Pipeline (MRP) pump stations.
Corpus Christi’s Water Crisis Serves as a Warning for Others
Experts at a Texas Tribune Festival panel discussed how close the city and region came to disaster and how the experience exposed the need for long-term planning, diversification and groundwater reform.