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Corpus Christi approves new speed limits on Harbor Bridge, Crosstown and Hwy 361

The Corpus Christi City Council's final vote writes the lowered Highway 361 limit into city code after deadly August crashes and raises limits to 65 mph on two other routes.

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Corpus Christi’s Habeeb family looks back on 70 years behind the counter

Habeeb’s Jewelers marks 70 years in Corpus Christi. Linda Habeeb shares the family story, from her father’s start in 1956 to the three-sister shops still open today.

Corpus Christi, TX · 16h

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More brackish desal for Corpus Christi? New plan is in the works

A planned brackish water desalination plant, developed outside the Corpus Christi city limits, remains in consideration as a potential water source — although details on costs are still unclear. Private company Seven Seas’ proposed brackish desalination plant could sell as much as 10 million gallons of treated water per day, said Nick Winkelmann, chief operating officer of Corpus Christi Water, addressing the City Council on Nov. 10. The company would develop the plant on a 5,000-acre parcel on Chapman Ranch, he said, with costs broken down between Seven Seas and the city of Corpus Christi. Water: How Corpus Christi City Council incumbents have voted on Inner Harbor On the part of the private company, key financial investments would include the facility’s construction and electrical infrastructure, and on the part of the city, big-ticket items to include building a new pump station near the plant site, as well as developing a 6-mile pipeline to an existing pump station, the presentation showed. It’s estimated that the city’s capital investment into the needed infrastructure would come in at roughly $69 million, Winkelmann said. He cautioned the council, however, that there remain notable unknowns — among the largest, power costs associated with the project.

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Coastal Bend bi-district high school football previews, predictions

Here is a look at the top high school football games in and around Corpus Christi to keep an eye on in the first week of the Texas high school football playoffs, plus predictions from the Caller-Times sports staff. You can find the full schedule of bi-district playoff games here. TIME TO VOTE: Vote now for the Caller-Times High School Athlete of the Week for Nov. 2-7, presented by Apple Dental Center Class 5A Division I McAllen Memorial at Veterans Memorial When: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13 Where: Buc Stadium Records: McAllen Memorial 5-5, 4th place District 16-5A DI; Veterans Memorial 9-1, 1st place District 15-5A DI Last week: McAllen Memorial 47, Donna North 0; Veterans Memorial 46, Harlingen South 3 Broadcast: Streaming — CCISDSportsNetwork.com Players to watch: Veterans Memorial — RB Zhi'Yeair Lofton, RB Andrew Charlebois, QB Aaron Hinojosa, WR Ryker Hinojosa Predictions Quinton Martinez: Veterans Memorial defense has been stout. Veterans Memorial 31, McAllen Memorial 10 Rey Castillo: The Eagles take care of buisness at home to advance. Veterans Memorial 42, McAllen Memorial 14 La Joya Palmview at Carroll When: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13 Where: Cabaniss Multipurpose Stadium Records: La Joya Palmview 6-4, 3rd place District 16-5A

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Lawsuit against city manager expands to Type B board, city

Corpus Christi’s Type B board and the city of Corpus Christi have been added as defendants in a lawsuit originally filed solely against City Manager Peter Zanoni related to a settlement payment for hotel developers. The litigation, pursued by company Elevate QOF LLC, had initially been filed in August . However, the petition was significantly revamped in October. The newer filing alleges that the Type B board, the city of Corpus Christi and Zanoni are in breach of contract by lack of payment in a $1.5 million settlement. The City Council on Nov. 10 approved earmarking $100,000 in Type B funds for the board to hire its own attorney. The in-house city attorney’s office has a conflict in the case and has been recused, officials have said. The settlement had been approved by the Type B board — formally known as the Corpus Christi B Corp. — on Aug. 10 in exchange for terminating a controversial $2 million tax incentive agreement with Elevate, developers of a new Homewood Suites hotel downtown. In the petition, Elevate’s attorneys argue that the board is “contractually obligated to pay Elevate $1.5 million and has directed that payment be made,” but that city officials have

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Odem braces for economic hit from proposed I-69 bypass

Odem could lose up to $5.46M annually in business output if a proposed I-69 bypass diverts highway traffic around the city.

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Corpus Christi City Council moves to ban short-term rentals

Corpus Christi City Council voted to ban short-term rentals in single-family neighborhoods and reviewed a new brackish desalination water project.

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Order your Thanksgiving pies from one of these 14 Corpus Christi spots

Dessert is a crucial part of a Thanksgiving feast, and these 14 Corpus Christi businesses are ready to take your order. Consider picking up your apple, blueberry, pecan or pumpkin pies from one of these spots. Plan ahead: Make plans to attend these holiday events in the Coastal Bend Andy's Kitchen: Offers apple, blueberry, buttermilk, chocolate fudge, fudge, pecan, pumpkin and Toll House (cookie dough) pies. Located at 5802 S. Staples St. Call 361-993-0251 to order. Artisan Haus Bakery & Bistro: Offers apple, chocolate cream, Dutch blueberry, Dutch cherry, Dutch peach, pecan and pumpkin pies. Located at 4141 S. Staples St. Call 361-229-5230 to order. Bill Miller Bar-B-Q: Offers apple, coconut meringue, lemon meringue, pecan and pumpkin pies. Order at billmillerbbq.com . Central Kitchen: Offers apple crumble, key lime, pecan and pumpkin pies. Located at 320 Lomax St. Order at centralkitchencc.com . Cracker Barrel: Offers apple streusel, cinnamon roll and pumpkin pies. Located at 4229 S. Padre Island Drive. Order at crackerbarrel.com . Fika: Offers berry crumble, brown butter pecan, cardamom apple and pumpkin pies. Located at 4411 S. Alameda St. Order at fikacc.com . Golden Corral: Offers apple, pecan and pumpkin pies. Located at 5901 S. Padre Island Drive.

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'Death trap' stretch of Texas highway now has a lower speed limit

Locals have called it a 'death trap.' After a series of deadly crashes, officials are lowering the speed limit on this South Texas coastal highway. Here's where.

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Southside resident warns neighbors after coyotes follow him, dog

A Southside Corpus Christi man is warning neighbors to stay alert after he says two coyotes followed him and his dog during an early-morning walk.

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Flour Bluff neighbors help cover student lunch costs

Former at-large candidate Joshua Fraedrick donated leftover campaign money to Flour Bluff ISD student meal accounts, and local businesses and parents are joining in.

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Nueces County prepares for leadership transition

A new era of leadership is taking shape in Nueces County, where newly elected officials say transparency, accountability and cooperation beyond political divisions will be among their priorities.

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Street Flooding and Severe Storms Threaten Houston, San Antonio and Corpus Christi Sunday as Stormy El Niño Pattern Brings 80 Percent Rain Chances

HOUSTON — After a stretch of pleasant fall weather, Southeast Texas is heading into a big pattern change this weekend. The stormy El Niño pattern expected for fall, winter and spring is starting to take shape. Street flooding is possible anywhere in Southeast Texas on Sunday, and severe storms are possible south of Interstate 10.

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South Texas WWII veteran shares his side of history after nearly 80 years

José Noé Mendez celebrated his 101st birthday flying over South Texas in a Boeing PT-17 Stearman biplane. It's an aircraft type he once helped maintain before his years of active service during World War II. "I had experience in flying before," he said. "I didn't get the license,...

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Gregory council declares mayor’s office vacant

GREGORY — The Gregory City Council voted 5-0 on Nov. 9 to declare the mayor’s office vacant, ruling Mayor Estella Boyes missed three consecutive regular meetings without complying with the city’s absentee policy. According to the City of Gregory Council Absentee Policy, a member’s office will be...

Gregory, TX · 23h

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Edna, Ganado prepare for bi-district playoff matchups

Two Jackson County football teams will begin their postseason runs this week as Edna and Ganado prepare for bi-district playoff matchups following strong finishes to the regular season. Edna enters the Class 3A Division I playoffs with four straight wins, while Ganado has won its last three games heading into...

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Where Kids Eat Free in Corpus Christi

A family getaway to Corpus Christi doesn't have to come with a big price tag, especially when it comes to dining out. From casual coastal hangouts to family-friendly restaurants serving up local favorites, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a meal without stretching your vacation budget. Even better, several restaurants offer specials where kids can eat free, making it easier to treat the whole family to a delicious meal while saving a little along the way.

Corpus Christi, TX · 23h

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