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Port Aransas Spring Break murder suspect arrested Thursday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Port Aransas Police Department officers arrested the suspect in a shooting that killed 22-year-old Ingleside resident Kristopher Welder on the beach over Spring Break. Francisco Espinoza was arrested before 2 p.m. Thursday in the 600 block of Deloris Street in Taft, police chief Scott Burroughs...
Texan Wins $2M on Lotto-Ticket Bought At H-E-B, Another Claims $1M
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Two lucky Texans have become instant millionaires after striking gold with Texas Lottery scratch-off tickets, according to official statements from the Texas Lottery. In Corpus Christi, a resident claimed a $2 million prize from a Premier Cash scratch ticket, making them the final grand prize winner of this game. Learn More Here.
PAPD: Alcohol believed to have been a factor in woman's death at south jetty
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Port Aransas Police Department officials said they believe the woman who died after being trapped in her truck that drove off the Port Aransas south jetty April 10 ended up in the water after accelerating and losing control of the vehicle. "Preliminary investigation led investigators...
Bobcat in local neighborhood sparks mixed reaction from residents
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A small bobcat was caught relaxing in a Kings Crossing resident's flowerbeds Monday morning, according to posts from a public Facebook group, Kings Crossing Residents and Friends. Belinda Luddeke posted the photo that got her neighbors talking about the cool cat they all seem to...
Playoff time!: Players that can make an impact for Coastal Bend high school softball teams
As the high school softball playoffs begin this week, here is a look at some players that will have an impact for squads as they begin their quest for a trip to Austin. We chose one player from each of the area's playoff teams from Class 5A through Class 2A. If a team is not listed, we could not find statistics on the team, or we have not received them at any point this season. ...
Agreement on Harbor Bridge-related parks plans may be nearing
A settlement on contested mitigation plans for Harbor Bridge-related construction may be nearing, according to documents. A recent city memo shows that the Citizens Advisory Board — a committee that represents Hillcrest neighborhood residents — is anticipated to vote Thursday on a parks mitigation agreement, which city officials believe will reconcile a dispute about a proposed water feature to be included on the plans.
Turtle release scheduled for recovered animals Sunday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — For the second time this spring season-- the Texas Sealife Center will host a sea turtle release-- this time-- it will be at a new location. About four or five green sea turtles that had f-p tumors surgically removed have now recovered and will return to the wild after months of rehabilitation.
Southside man unable to use wheelchair due to bad sidewalks and no curb cuts
Southside resident Eugene Navarro is unable to ride electric wheelchair due to bad sidewalks and lack of curb cuts. Public Works said sidewalks are responsibility of adjacent property owner.
Judge grants Persimmon Street shooting suspect's request to remove ankle monitor
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Attrieon Sherill went before Judge David Klein Wednesday requesting his ankle monitor be removed for work purposes. Sherill is one of the three murder suspects in the shooting death of 20-year-old Alexis Gonzalez in February 2023. The judge granted Sherill permission to remove his ankle...
What happens to the sand sculptures after SandFest?
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — This week marks the end of 2024 Texas SandFest, and people traveled far and wide to see the beautifully detailed sand sculptures that lined the Port Aransas Beach over the weekend. One question people are wondering now is what is going to happen to the...
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