More Than 5.5 Tons of Materials Collected Through New Grant Initiative
City of Corpus Christi solid waste services brings recycling to city’s largest events.
Two Escape Unharmed After Kingsville Fire
Kingsville Fire Department responded to a fully involved structure fire in the 600 block of West Ella Avenue.
More than $63,000 Awarded to Texas Students Through Academic Scholarships
In addition to academic scholarships, NEC selected two high school juniors to represent the cooperative during the 2026 Government-in-Action Youth Tour, an all-expense-paid leadership experience through Texas Electric Cooperative.
World Trade Bridge CBP Officers Seize Over $10.1 Million in Methamphetamine
A Border Patrol officer referred a 2013 D-13 Volvo hauling a shipment manifested as “polypropylene” for secondary inspection.
Recent Rain Gives Corpus Christi a 9-Month Reprieve on Projected Water Crisis
Emergency restrictions are now expected to hit in September 2027, so the coastal city still faces a challenging future.
New poll Shows Most Texans Oppose Data Centers
Opposition was most intense in rural counties. Texas is poised to be the No. 1 market for data centers in the U.S., with the most planned projects of any state.
Mail Tuck Fire Extinguished in Bishop; No Injuries Reported
Officials quickly established traffic control measures in the area to ensure the safety of motorists and emergency crews while firefighters worked to contain the blaze.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Fraudsters increasingly target senior Texans through investment scams, digital asset schemes, impersonation fraud, romance scams, social media solicitations, and other deceptive practices designed to steal retirement savings and lifelong investments.
Southwestern Medical Center Celebrate Opening of New Psychiatric Hospital
Gov. Abbott and the Texas Legislature approved funding for the design and construction of the Texas Behavioral Health Center.
Texas Supreme Court Rejects Attempt to Block Beach Closures for SpaceX Launches
The state constitution preserves public access to Texas beaches, but it doesn't give private groups the right to sue to enforce that access, the court ruled.
A Houston Drowning Tests Whether Texas Law Gives the Right to Deny Brain Death Testing
State leaders and pro-life groups are siding with 2-year-old Annelise Camp’s family, who are suing to stop Texas Children’s Hospital from testing her for brain death.
City of Corpus Christi Issues General Improvement Bonds for $115 Million
The City of Corpus Christi has secured $115 million in funding to support a range of community improvements.
Over Weekend, CBP Seize Over $984K in Cocaine
In each enforcement action, CBP seized the narcotics and the vehicle.
Officers at Houston Seaport Seize More Than $6 million in Counterfeit FIFA World Cup Merchandise
Counterfeit commodities fund smugglers and organized crime. Consumers often believe they are buying genuine products but soon realize the items are substandard.
Landmark $211M Tax-Break Deal Could Surpass SpaceX Agreement in South Texas
Following SpaceX’s arrival in 2014, another large technology company is eyeing South Texas, once known as the poorest area in Texas.
Bishop Track Coach Named Region 7-3A Coach of the Year
The recognition is part of the THSCA's annual Track & Field Regional Head Coach of the Year and Regional Assistant Coach of the Year awards program.
Video Circulating Depicts Assault in the 300 Block of IH 37 Access Road
The victim did not come forward at that time to report the incident.
USDA has new Partners in the Fight Against Screwworm
The USDA awarded a combined $105 million to 40 different projects aimed at stopping the spread of New World Screwworm.
Excessive Heat Expected This Week
The National Weather Service is forecasting extreme heat through the remainder of this week and the upcoming weekend, with feels-like temperatures expected to surpass 110°F on Thursday.
CBP will Detain Imports of Copper and Copper Products Manufactured Using Forced Labor
The evidence demonstrated that workers at Serbia Zijin are subject to six International Labour Organization indicators of forced labor.