City of Aransas Pass Celebrates America's 250th Anniversary with Stars & Stripes Festival
The free, family-friendly event drew a strong turnout from the community for an evening of celebration.
Corpus Christi Declines to Seek Federal Grant for Desalination Plant
City Council members traded insults before the 5-4 vote blocked an effort to apply for up to $120 million in federal grants to help build the treatment plant.
River Authority’s Budget Woes to Water-Needy Corpus Christi
Cities and other water users have already paid $4.1 million to reserve water from a seawater desalination plant that is not close to construction.
Vehicle Recovered from Port Aransas Ship Channel
The recovery operation involved multiple agencies working together to safely recover the vehicle.
Council Approves Phase 2 of the Reclaimed Water
Construction is scheduled for completion in May 2027.
Flights to Denver Remain Available for Booking Until Mid August
During a discussion with Frontier representatives on June 29, the airline indicated that negotiations with CCIA are ongoing.
Firework Safety for Independence Day
The Corpus Christi Fire Department reminds residents and visitors that the possession or discharge of fireworks within the city limits, including all city beaches, is illegal.
City of Corpus Christi Looks to Further Cooperative Efforts on Regional Water Supply
The City of Corpus Christi is working to finalize an agreement with the City of Sinton for the Evangeline Water Supply Project.
More Than 5.5 Tons of Materials Collected Through New Grant Initiative
City of Corpus Christi solid waste services brings recycling to city’s largest events.
Two Escape Unharmed After Kingsville Fire
Kingsville Fire Department responded to a fully involved structure fire in the 600 block of West Ella Avenue.
More than $63,000 Awarded to Texas Students Through Academic Scholarships
In addition to academic scholarships, NEC selected two high school juniors to represent the cooperative during the 2026 Government-in-Action Youth Tour, an all-expense-paid leadership experience through Texas Electric Cooperative.
Recent Rain Gives Corpus Christi a 9-Month Reprieve on Projected Water Crisis
Emergency restrictions are now expected to hit in September 2027, so the coastal city still faces a challenging future.
Mail Truck Fire Extinguished in Bishop; No Injuries Reported
Officials quickly established traffic control measures in the area to ensure the safety of motorists and emergency crews while firefighters worked to contain the blaze.
City of Corpus Christi Issues General Improvement Bonds for $115 Million
The City of Corpus Christi has secured $115 million in funding to support a range of community improvements.
Corpus Christi’s Delayed Water Response Bubbles up to Texas Governor’s Race
Frustrated by a lack of progress, Gov. Greg Abbott threatened state action. Gina Hinojosa, his Democratic opponent, accused him of backing industry over people.
Help Locate Missing Elderly Person
Julia was recently reported missing by her family and was last seen on Thursday, June 4th in the 1500 block of Lazy Lane.
Corpus Christi Fire Department Launches Life-Saving Blood Program
Previously, local emergency responders were unable to initiate blood transfusions outside of a hospital setting.
Sparklight Donation Supports Animal Rescue Kleberg in Kingsville
Animal Rescue Kleberg received a $1,500 donation from Sparklight after a community campaign that turned new mobile service activations into support for shelter pets and local spay-neuter programs.
Kleberg County Grand Jury Indicts Justice of the Peace on Felony Drug Charge
In a statement posted to social media in May, Barrera addressed the January incident, saying he took "full responsibility" for his actions and voluntarily entered a rehabilitation program.