Interact Club of Academy High School Collects Cold Weather Clothes
The students are hoping the winter weather gear will make a meaningful impact for those in need who will be affected by the major Coastal Bend cold front.
Renters Behind on Housing Payments will Soon Have Access to Assistance Program
The statewide program will start on Feb. 15 and will be able to help tenants with past and future rent.
City Awarded Grant to Replace Natural Gas System at NAS-Corpus Christi
These failing high-pressure service lines are the backbone of the entire natural gas distribution system at NASCC.
Enhancements to Biometrics for non-U.S. Citizens
The proposed changes would amend the DHS entry/exit regulations requiring foreign travelers to take photographs upon entry or leaving from the United States.
Youth Co-Ed Volleyball League
The six-game season will run about six weeks beginning on March 14, 2021.
Texas $38.4 Million Settlement with Leading Opioid Consultant McKinsey
A bipartisan coalition of 40 states served investigative subpoenas on eight companies that manufacture or distribute highly addictive painkillers.
Cases Are Down From Record Highs
While vaccinations are reaching more people every day, health care experts warn that this doesn’t mean Texas is out of the woods.
Market Swine show crowns back-to-back Grand Champion
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Texas National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Texas Health and Human Services will implement a new national three-digit dialing code, 988, for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
AG Paxton Announces $38.4 Million Settlement
Attorney General Ken Paxton today announced that Texas reached a $38.4 million settlement with McKinsey, one of the world’s largest consulting companies.
Phony Designer Pajamas Seized
“A vast majority of consumers are unaware that counterfeiting can involve forced labor, human trafficking, as well as fund other criminal activities,” said Austin CBP Port Director Richard Mendez.
Officers Intercept $890K in Hard Narcotics
The packages arriving from Mexico with fresh produce had fentanyl and cocaine hidden in the commercial tractor trailer worth $890,000.
Hebbronville Fire Department Rescue Woman Found Inside a Well
The incident occurred during the early morning of February 5, when agents from the Hebbronville Station received a distress call via Jim Hogg County Sheriff’s Office.
Large Number of Illegal Aliens Apprehended
U.S. Border Patrol agents apprehended two large groups of illegal aliens within an hour of each other near Mission.
Funding for Cole Park Pier is Approved
The additional funds will provide full funding for the reconstruction of Cole Park Pier with significantly improved public amenities.
Food Safety Tips for Your Super Bowl Party
Score a touchdown this year with your Super Bowl LV snacks by keeping bacteria out of the end zone.
Road Closures for the Week of February 5 – February 12, 2021
The Weekly Road Closures includes locations of road construction and events where lane and street closures affect traffic flow along the City’s major streets and lanes.
Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront
The “Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront” is offering free heart healthy activities this Saturday, February 6, 2021, to start your wellness journey with free 5K/10K and fitness classes.