Death Row Inmate Robert Roberson Claims Judicial Misconduct
A new petition claims Anderson County judges acted unconstitutionally multiple times in both Roberson’s case and in recognizing custody of his daughter.
Inner Harbor Water Treatment Campus Amendment
Two agenda items related to the Inner Harbor Water Treatment Campus (IHWTC) – the City’s desalination initiative, originally scheduled for the August 26 City Council meeting, have been rescheduled.
Former Kingsville Educator Arrested
According to court documents, the case originated in February after the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children flagged a video.
Texas House Panel Hears “Bathroom Bill” for First Time in Eight Years
Senate Bill 8 would restrict which bathrooms in government buildings transgender people would be allowed to use. Testimony drew expletives and anger.
Corpus Christi Fire Department Welcomes New State-of-the-Art Fire Truck
The truck is part of the department’s transition to an updated all-red paint scheme, a standard design across the fleet.
CBP Officers Apprehend Fugitive Wanted for Weapons Trafficking
The National Crime Information Center is a centralized automated database designed to share information among law enforcement agencies including outstanding warrants for a wide range of offenses.
East Texas Lawmaker Wants to Stop Proposed Water Deal
Dallas businessman Kyle Bass has proposed exporting millions of gallons of water from East Texas to other parts of the state.
Suspect Pleads Guilty to Homicide
Vasquez is currently being held at the Jim Wells County Jail and will be transferred to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice in the coming days.
Brownsville CBP Officers Seize More Than $297K in Cocaine
CBP officers seized the narcotics along with the vehicle.
Texas Secures Historic $9.5 Million Settlement in “Junk Fee” Practices
This settlement marks the largest amount recovered by a State related to “junk fee” practices against any hotel or online travel agency.
USCIS to Consider Anti-Americanism in Immigrant Benefit Requests
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is updating guidance in the Policy Manual relating to aliens’ past requests for parole and any involvement in anti-American or terrorist organizations.
CBP Seizes Nearly 70 Pounds of Meth at Paso del Norte
A nonintrusive inspection was conducted through Z-Portal. A high-throughput, drive-through inspection system for large trucks, buses and cargo containers.
Grieving Parents Point to Texas Camp Failures at Capitol Hearing
Senate Bill 1, which would require more oversight of emergency plans and evacuation procedures at summer camps, was advanced after the emotional hearing Wednesday.
Nueces County K9 Teams Earn Certification in Fentanyl and Explosives Detection
The Nueces County Sheriff’s Office announces new certifications within its K9 Unit that strengthen public safety efforts in the region.
Texas House Approves GOP Congressional Map
Republican lawmakers are pursuing the unusual mid-decade redistricting plan amid pressure from President Donald Trump to protect the GOP’s slim majority in the U.S. House.
Funding Approved for Future Pedestrian and Biking Projects
Improvements set for four locations throughout Corpus Christi.
City Council Approves Contract to Enhance Water Treatment Plant
The evaluation will focus on solutions to reduce service interruptions and improve long-term reliability.
CBP Officers Detain Man for Assaulting Officers
Homeland Security Investigations special agents arrested the traveler and initiated a criminal investigation.
Del Mar Announces Recipient of Teaching Excellence Award
Peers select History Professor Dr. Mark Robbins for coveted DMC faculty recognition, choice based on Robbins’ focus on service learning.