Over Half a Million Dollars Settlement from Magellan Terminals Holdings, L.P.
Texas AG has reached a settlement with Magellan Terminals Holdings, L.P. over violations of the Texas Clean Air Act that resulted from a large fire at its bulk petroleum terminal in Corpus Christi.
Kingsville Sector launches Support K-9 Program with “Chappie”
“Chappie,” a 2-year-old Standard Poodle, is one of five dogs who recently graduated as members from the Border Patrol’s Support K-9 Program.
Public Comment Sought on Drought Contingency Plan
The City of Corpus Christi was the first in Texas to create a Drought Contingency Plan in 1986, with the most recent update to the plan approved by the City Council in 2018.
Four High-Visibility Mid-block Crosswalks to Be Installed
The remaining 10 percent is covered by local participation. The local match was approved as part of the advance Funding Agreement is $37,448.
Gov. Greg Abbott Sheds Light on How He’d Implement “School Choice” Policy
While in Corpus Christi, Abbott makes it clear which policy he supports.
CBP Officers Apprehend Fugitive Wanted for Sexual Assault
Officers apprehended a male with an outstanding felony arrest warrant for repeated acts of sexual assault of a child under 16 years of age.
Gov. Greg Abbott Hires “Border Czar”
The governor said Mike Banks, a recently retired Border Patrol agent, will work with the Texas National Guard and state troopers to find ways to deter people from crossing the border illegally.
AmeriCorps Presented Gold Service Award
AmeriCorps presented the Gold President’s Volunteer Service Lifetime Achievement Award to Monica Lopez in recognition of more than 600 hours of volunteer service.
Winter Weather Causes Flight Cancellations, School Closures
State officials caution Texans about local power outages but expect the grid to stay up.
Commercial Vehicle Accident
Texas Department of Public Safety Troopers are investigating the accident.
Over $10 Billion in Opioid Funds from CVS and Walgreens
This brings the total amount of settlement funds from attorneys general investigations and litigation against the pharmaceutical industry for its role in the opioid crisis to more than $50 billion.
Investigation of Home Title Lock
An investigation of Home Title Lock for potentially violating the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act by misleading consumers with deceptive statements.
Council Adopts Building and Fire Code Updates
The City of Corpus Christi currently utilizes the International Code Council’s 2015 edition with local amendments.
CBP Officers Save Unresponsive Infant
Officers performed lifesaving procedures on a one-month-old infant child left at Texas border.
Paxton Announces Kristen House as Director of Communications
Ms. House brings more than 20 years of professional public relations experience in a variety of sectors.
Portions of South Padre Island Drive and the eastbound feeder road between Staples Street and Nile Drive will be partially restricted due to ongoing waterline repairs.
Illegal Migrants Discovered in Tractor Trailer
Border Patrol agents discovered 16 individuals hiding in the sleeper area of the tractor trailer.
VIDEO: Abbot Signs Infrastructure Agreement with U.S. Military
This historic 10-year agreement authorizes TxDOT to complete roadway maintenance and repair projects as well as purchase bulk materials through a state-federal partnership.
CCPD Disrupted Major Drug Operation
The large amount of seized drugs, cash and weapons suggests this residence was a large-scale supplier of narcotics within Corpus Christ.
Officers Seize $274K in Unreported U.S. Currency
It is not a crime to carry more than $10,000, but it is a federal offense not to declare currency or monetary instruments totaling $10,000.