CBP Officers Seize Fentanyl and Cocaine
Officers working at the Ysleta Port of Entry in El Paso, Texas intercepted 12.95 pounds of fentanyl and 44.12 pounds of cocaine.
Opponents say Natural gas Export Promises are “Greenwashing”
A company planning to build a massive liquefied natural gas export facility near Brownsville says carbon capture technology will reduce its pollution, but some locals say it’s a “Band-Aid on a bullet hole.”
Engineering Student wins Full Scholarship
Massa is originally from Kingsville, but he attended high school in Edinburg and received his associate degree in engineering from South Texas College in the Rio Grande Valley.
Some Austin Homes may not get Electricity Back for Another Week
Nearly 95% of the city has electricity after last week’s winter storm.
Doing Business with the City of Corpus Christi
Businesses are encouraged to learn more about how to work with the City of Corpus Christi by attending “Doing Business with the City 101.”
USDA Launches Rural Data Gateway
The Rural Data Gateway show how Rural Development has supported local and regional economies in the last 11 years through 69 programs.
Corpus Christi Residents Report Potential City Employee Imposters
All procedures are performed outside and never inside a resident’s home.
NAS Kingsville Will Participate in Annual Force Protection Exercise
Area residents may also see or hear security activities associated with the training exercise.
Bishop Teacher Andrea Marie Peña Arrested
The teacher involved in the case was immediately placed on Administrative Leave by the school district and later resigned.
Corpus Christi Water Supply Update
A fire at Carus Chemical Company, located in LaSalle, Illinois, occurred on January 11 and has significantly impacted water providers across the nation.
Agents Arrest Two Sex Offenders Convicted of Battery and Rape
Del Rio Sector arrested two convicted sex offenders, shortly after they illegally entered the United States.
Temporary Closure of Cole Park Skatepark
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department will temporarily close the skatepark at Cole Park, located at 1900 Ocean Drive, for lighting installation.
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.