Interact Club of Academy High School Raise Funds for Cancer Research
The Interact Club of Academy High School spent last month raising Quarters for Cancer from the community.
Busy Week Seizing Drugs and Apprehending Fugitives
On one of the busiest days, June 4, CBP Officers at the Bridge of the Americas border crossing, had a total of four drug seizures.
Professor Gives Virtual Master Classes During Pandemic
In the master class, the expert typically will give a lecture and then listen to students perform whom are given tips and advice while the rest of the class listens to the feedback.
Harbor Bridge Decorative Lights to be Removed
Funding for the removal comes from the City's general fund with in-kind service agreements from the Port of Corpus Christi and Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) worth approximately $150,000 each.
Laredo Port of Entry Seize Hard Narcotics
The first enforcement action occurred at the Colombia Solidarity Bridge after CBP officers encountered a tractor manifesting a shipment of tables arriving from Mexico.
City Cautions Residents to Continue Water Conservation Habits
The city of Corpus Christi announced that Stage 1 response for drought and water use restrictions has been rescinded.
Importation of Peppers and Tomatoes Remains in Place Along Texas Border
If CBP determines that a declared item is prohibited it can generally be abandoned without consequence.
Anti-Abortion programs Could Receive $100 Million in the Next Texas Budget
Supporters say it will help those who decide to “choose life in difficult circumstances.”
Agents Continue to Rescue Subjects from Grain Hopper Rail Cars in Hebbronville
This dangerous method of traveling further into the United States after illegal entry is strongly discouraged as it often results in serious injury or death.
Texas Electric Grid and the Winter Storm
Texas lawmakers passed major bills in response to the winter storm power outages.
Businesses That Require Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination Could Lose State Licenses
Senate Bill 968 includes a clause banning businesses from requiring proof of the vaccine from their customers.
Alumnus Returns as VP of Enrollement, Student Affairs
Silva is a first-generation student from Alice where he served as councilman and mayor for a combined seven years.
Human Trafficking Near Robstown
Upon making contact with the driver of the vehicle, a Bishop Police Officer observed several subjects concealed within the vehicle.
Smuggling Attempts Lead to Arrests in Corpus Christi
Border Patrol team up with local law enforcement agencies to stop human smuggling attempts.
Border Patrol Apprehends Criminal Gang Member
The arrest occurred during the evening of June 2, when agents responded to a request.
Texas universities Looking for More Funding
Two-and four-year school leaders are looking for more support as the state decides how to spend $16 billion in federal stimulus funding.
Fake Documents on the Rise along Texas Border
All apprehensions occurred as agents performed immigration inspections on passengers of Greyhound or Tornado buses.
Stash Houses Found
After observing suspicious activity, LPD and agents conducted a consensual search of both residences that resulted in the discovery of 18 individuals.