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How You Can Help the Oklahoma Tornado Victims

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:01:00 EDT

When disaster strikes, many in South Texas step up to provide relief for victims by making donations and volunteering through various organizations. Here's how you can help.

IWA Holds Graduation Ceremony for Kindergarten Students

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:28:00 EDT

It was a pint-size graduation day over at Incarnate Word Academy Thursday as students took the big step graduating from kindergarten.

Credit Union Donates $5,000 to Driscoll Children's Hospital

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:26:00 EDT

A $5,000 check was presented to the hospital by Security Service Federal Credit Union. That money will go towards the renovation and expansion of the hospital's emergency room.

Commander David Dargan Retires After 26-Year Active Duty Career

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:24:00 EDT

A special retirement party was held at the U.S.S. Lexington on Thursday as Commander David Dargan retired after 26-years of active duty.

Oklahoma Officials say They Are Well Stocked on Food, Manpower

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:21:00 EDT

Those in charge of the clean up efforts in Moore, Okla., say the community is holding its own. They have all the supplies they need for now.

Deputies Find 300 Grams of Synthetic Marijuana in Duval County

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:18:00 EDT

Another major synthetic marijuana bust happened in Duval County Thursday morning, after deputies conducted a traffic stop just west of San Diego.

Man Arrested for Attempted Burglary After Injuring Self During Break-In

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:16:00 EDT

A man told police that he was the victim of a hit and run accident overnight, but police now believe that the injuries he suffered were from an attempted home break-in.

Port Aransas Authorities Discover Apparent Case of Animal Hoarding

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:12:00 EDT

The Animal Control Department in Port Aransas discovered some 38 cats in a one-bedroom apartment on Thursday -- 34 adults and four kittens.

Starving 12-Year Old Admitted to Driscoll Children's Hospital

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:07:00 EDT

In court documents obtained Thursday, it was learned that the 12-year old boy was among six children removed from a southside apartment.

Eleven More Victims File Report Against Justin Lee Designs

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:17:00 EDT

As of Thursday, 11 more people have filed police reports on Justin Lee Designs and its owner, Justin Lee Ollie, claiming he stole thousands from them.

Fish Released into Upper Laguna Madre for Star Fishing Tournament

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:17:00 EDT

Local anglers are getting another chance to win some pretty big prizes. The Coastal Conservation Association is hosting its Start Fishing Tournament.

Training Symposium to Help Combat Elderly Abuse

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:12:00 EDT

Learning about the different services that are available for elderly victims of abuse was the aim of a training conference by Adult Protective Services.

Sheriff's Department, District Attorney's Office Donate to PDAP

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:09:00 EDT

The Palmer Drug Abuse Program received a financial boost Thursday, courtesy of both the Nueces County Sheriff's Department and the District Attorney's Office.

Sinton Police Seek Two Suspected Credit Card Thieves

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:07:00 EDT

The Sinton Police Department is asking for your help finding the identity of two suspects involved in a rash of burglaries in the Sinton area.

Special Report: The Sam Kane Story

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:47:00 EDT

Corpus Christi is home to the world's seventh largest meat packing plant, Sam Kane Beef Processors.

Brides-to-Be Report Being Scammed by Local Wedding Planner

Thu, 23 May 2013 12:09:00 EDT

Corpus Christi police said eight people have filed police reports on a man named Justin Lee Ollie, of Justin Lee Designs. They say that he has basically ripped them off.

Man Claiming to be Victim of Hit & Run Facing Felony Burglary Charges

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:50:00 EDT

Corpus Christi investigators say a man claiming to be involved in a hit and run accident may actually have been trying to cover for an attempted burglary.

H.I.V. 30-Years Later

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:46:00 EDT

30-years ago this week a medical article was published detailing H.I.V. Alan Belcher with the Coastal Bend Wellness Center joined John Thomas with medical advances.

High School Donors Honored

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:40:00 EDT

The Coastal Bend Blood Center's annual "High School Heroes Challenge" has come to an end.

Gregory Portland Student Gives Up Graduation Party to Help Oklahoma Tornado Victims

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:34:00 EDT

One Gregory Portland High School senior has started a fundraiser to help tornado victims in Oklahoma.

Message in a Bottle Found 8 Years After it was Written

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:36:00 EDT

A local family made a pretty rare discovery while spending a day at the beach. What they found was a message in a bottle. Audrey Romo and Joshua Cook were driving down the beach on Monday when that big

Special Report: Destination Bayfront

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:17:00 EDT

It's been a pie in the sky dream, and now, the committee that created Destination Bayfront is ready to present its plan to City Council.

Falfurrias Student Never Missed a Day in Grade School

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:24:00 EDT

Imagine never missing a day of school, from Pre-K through 12th grade. That's what one Falfurrias student pulled off. Preston Lewis Wise, 18, said he never even took a sick day.

Falfurrias Fire Department Raises Breast Cancer Awareness with Pink Truck

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:14:00 EDT

The Falfurrias Volunteer Fire Department has an eye grabbing way of getting the community's attention about cancer awareness. It's doing so with a pink brush truck.

Customs Officers Seize $840 Million of Cocaine in Bust

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:11:00 EDT

The seizures happened between May 15-17 in the Eastern Pacific and Western Caribbean Sea. The drugs were being transported in motorboats.

Oklahoma Victims Only in Need of Ready-to-Eat Foods

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:09:00 EDT

Help of all kinds is being sent to Oklahoma, from manpower and heavy equipment to bottled water; however, word is that folks only need ready-to-eat food.

National Click It or Ticket Campaign Kicks Off

Wed, 22 May 2013 19:07:00 EDT

The national Click It or Ticket campaign kicked off this week, so drivers had better buckle up or face the strong possibility of an expensive ticket.

Ask the Doctors: Common Eye Problems

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:39:00 EDT

In this week's Ask the Doctors segment, we take on the issues of common eye problems.

Official Numbers Show Lemonade Day Was a Huge Success

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:17:00 EDT

The Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is calling the first-ever Lemonade Day a huge success. The numbers from an official report came in Wednesday.

Crime Stoppers: Help Solve a 1982 Cold Case

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:11:00 EDT

Corpus Christi investigators are looking for information that will help them solve one of their cold cases -- a murder that took place in 1982.

Police Seek Suspect Who Robbed Check Cashing Store

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:08:00 EDT

Corpus Christi detectives are asking for your help identifying a knife wielding man who allegedly robbed a local check cashing store last Friday.

Whataburger Field Donation Drive to Help Tornado Victims

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:05:00 EDT

It has been a rough week for residents of Oklahoma who were hit by Monday's massive tornado, and many in the Coastal Bend are stepping up to help.

Protestors Erect 10-Foot Inflatable Pig Outside of Wal-Mart

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:43:00 EDT

A 10-foot inflatable pig, complete with sores and fitted inside a crate, greeted drivers on SPID late Tuesday morning as a demonstration took place outside of Wal-Mart.

Elderly Fire Victim Needs Help

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:14:00 EDT

One woman is left to pick up the pieces following a devastating fire that destroyed nearly everything she owned. The fire broke out just after 10 on Thursday night at 321 Texas Drive.

Man Killed by FBI Agent Knew Tsarnaevs, Official says

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:00:00 EDT

Ibragim Todashev, shot dead early Wednesday by the FBI in Florida, had been acquainted with Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev.

Special Report: The Social Market

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:13:00 EDT

Social media has transformed from being a place to share and communicate with friends to a place for those who are thinking of starting a business.

Former Classmates Plan Fundraiser to Help Friend in Moore, Okla.

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:50:00 EDT

Tim Hearne, a Carroll High School graduate, lives in Moore, Okla., now. His home was destroyed in Monday's devastating tornado.

Premont ISD Here to Stay

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:38:00 EDT

Parents, students and teachers in Premont ISD are waking up happy this morning; the state has decided not to close them down.

Locals Protest IRS Allegations

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:28:00 EDT

In Corpus Christi, roughly one-dozen protesters gathered outside of the local IRS office.

Local Firefighters Helping Victims in Moore

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:18:00 EDT

Some Corpus Christi Firefighters are in Oklahoma to help with tornado relief efforts.

Explaining Tragic Events in Oklahoma to Our Children

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:51:00 EDT

With the news of the tornado taking the lives of elementary school students, it might be hard to explain exactly what happen to our children.

Food Bank of Corpus Christi Ready to Send Aid to Oklahoma

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:51:00 EDT

Our local food bank is ready to lend a helping hand to the Oklahoma families who lost everything after a devastating tornado struck the town of Moore on Monday.

Robstown 12-Year Old Becomes a "Pilot for a Day"

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:24:00 EDT

Andrew Suarez, a patient of the oncology clinic at Driscoll Children's Hospital in Corpus Christi, was welcomed by NAS-Kingsville and Training Air Wing 2 as a "Pilot for a Day."

Special Report: Rising Threat

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:21:00 EDT

Here in the Coastal Bend, we have been lucky. We haven't had a direct hit from a hurricane in decades, but the threat is always there. So how would a major storm surge effect the Corpus Christi area?

Local Responders Ready to Lend Aid to Oklahoma Victims

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:17:00 EDT

Some first responders are already on the ground there, and the American Red Cross of the Coastal Bend is standing by to send help.

TAMUK Announces Academic Partnership with Premont ISD

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:13:00 EDT

A big announcement was made at the Texas A&M University-Kingsville campus on Tuesday -- an academic partnership between the University and Premont Independent School District.

Better Business Bureau Warms of Scams in Wake of Disaster

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:08:00 EDT

Whenever there is a serious need for help, folks here in South Texas always seem ready to step up, but the local Better Business Bureau is warning of scams.

Affidavit Describes Signs of Abuse on Recently Deceased Infant

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:15:00 EDT

The affidavit describes injuries that an emergency team at Driscoll Children's Hospital found on the child's body -- injuries that included at least 11 visible bruises and signs of apparent sexual abuse.

Oklahoma Residents Work to Recover from Deadly Tornado

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:07:00 EDT

The residents of Moore, Okla., spent the day trying to recover and clean up after a monster tornado flattened much of their town on Monday.

Traffic Shutdown After Tanker Carrying Propane Overturned on I-37

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:03:00 EDT

There were tense moments for drivers heading into town from the Harbor Bridge on Tuesday, as an 18-wheeler carrying propane gas lost control and struck a median.

IRS Official to Plead the Fifth at Congressional Hearing

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:01:00 EDT

Lois Lerner, who oversaw the IRS division handling requests for tax-exempt status, made her intentions known in a letter to the committee's chairman, Rep. Darrell Issa.

Former IRS Chief Says He Lacked Details, Acted Properly on Targeting

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:24:00 EDT

Shulman was one of three witnesses who appeared under oath before the Senate Finance Committee at the second congressional hearing on the practice condemned by both parties.

Skype Interview with OU Student on Deadly Tornado

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:15:00 EDT

O.U. student Jessica Bruno joined Jane Monreal and John Thomas via Skype to explain where she was and what she saw when a giant deadly twister struck Moore.

Memorial Day Hydration

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:58:00 EDT

Memorial day weekend spells pre-Summer fun including lots of fun outside. Jessie Newman, bariatric coordinator, joined John Thomas with how to stay hydrated.

Skype Interview with an Oklahoma Storm Chaser

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:41:00 EDT

At least 20 children were killed in Monday's deadly tornado in Moore, OK, a suburb of Oklahoma City. Storm Chaser Jon Haverfield joined us live on First Edition via Skype.

Saying Goodbye to Former Aransas County Sheriff

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:40:00 EDT

Former Aransas County Sheriff Mark Gilliam has been laid to rest.

Three Men Arrested in Sunday Night Drug Bust Following Sting Operation

Mon, 20 May 2013 19:53:00 EDT

Three men were arrested Sunday night after a major drug bust in the 4400 block of Bluefield, where police confiscated 55 pounds of marijuana and 38 grams of cocaine.

Local Group Makes Goodwill Mission to Granbury, Texas

Mon, 20 May 2013 19:22:00 EDT

A local group took a day trip to the North Texas town of Granbury this weekend, hoping to provide some much needed relief after tornadoes swept through the area on Wednesday.

Funeral Services Held for Former Aransas County Sheriff Mark Gilliam

Mon, 20 May 2013 19:19:00 EDT

Family and friends of former Aransas County Sheriff Mark Gilliam said their final goodbyes on Monday at a funeral mass at First Baptist Church in Rockport.

Pre-Trial Hearing for Teens Suspected of Kidnapping 11-Year Old Girl

Mon, 20 May 2013 19:17:00 EDT

A pre-trial hearing was held Monday for the three teens accused of abducting an 11-year old Corpus Christi girl from her southside neighborhood, and allegedly raping her.

Jose Macias Found Guilty of First-Degree Murder

Mon, 20 May 2013 19:14:00 EDT

At the Nueces County Courthouse, a jury returned a guilty verdict in the trial of Jose Macias. That verdict came down just after 5 p.m. Monday.

Father of Deceased Baby Arrested, Charged with Child Endangerment

Mon, 20 May 2013 19:11:00 EDT

The father of a three-month old child, whose death police are currently investigating, was arrested on charges of child endangerment.

Victim in Weekend Motorcycle Accident on NPID Identified

Mon, 20 May 2013 19:09:00 EDT

A man killed in a motorcycle accident on North Padre Island Drive this weekend has been identified as 35-year old Bradley J. Hall.

Help 300 Students in Need Walk the Stage on Graduation Day

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:13:00 EDT

One of the most memorable times for high school graduates is walking the stage on graduation day, but sadly, not every student who graduates walks.

Haas Middle School Closed for Day Due to AC Malfunction

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:11:00 EDT

Haas Middle School students received an extended weekend break Monday after parents were asked to pick them up from school because of an air conditioning malfunction.

Beanbag Chair Causes Chain of Accidents Near Crosstown Expressway

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:08:00 EDT

A four-vehicle accident involving an RV halted morning traffic near the Crosstown Expressway on Monday.

Police Identify Victim of Weekend Drowning Near Newport Pass

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:05:00 EDT

The man that drowned near Newport Pass this weekend after participating in the Beach to Bay marathon has been identified as 33-year old Antonio Juarez of San Antonio.

Oklahoma Residents Devastated by Tornado, Preparing for More

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:03:00 EDT

A tornado destroyed a heavily populated area in Oklahoma on Monday, and now surrounding areas are readying themselves for a second hit.

Justice Department Tracked Fox News Reporter's E-Mail, Movements

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:57:00 EDT

Justice Department officials investigating a leak of secret government information tracked the personal e-mails, phone calls and physical movements of a reporter for the Fox News Channel.

San Antonio Authorities Seek Driver Who Chained Pit Bull to Guardrail

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:12:00 EDT

Texas authorities are asking for the public's help finding a driver who chained a dog to a guardrail along the I-10 East access road in San Antonio.

White House Chief of Staff Knew of IRS Report Before its Release

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:52:00 EDT

New details emerged Monday of what the White House knew about the Internal Revenue Service targeting of conservative groups.

Shiites Targeted in Iraq in Another Day of Sectarian Strife

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:29:00 EDT

A string of car bombings and shootings across Iraq left more than 50 people dead Monday, authorities said, in what is the latest spate of violence in a country plagued with Sunni-Shiite tension.

Firefighter Killed in Dallas Blaze

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:26:00 EDT

A firefighter was killed Monday during a six-alarm blaze at a Dallas condominium complex, the city's fire department said.

Second-Term Polls: How Do Obama and Clinton Compare?

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:41:00 EDT

President Barack Obama is facing a political situation not altogether unlike what the last Democrat in the White House, Bill Clinton, experienced during his second term.

More Bad Weather Expected After Tornadoes Wallop Several States, Killing 2

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:26:00 EDT

Tornadoes destroyed homes and tossed trees around like toothpicks as powerful storms ripped through Oklahoma and the Midwest on Sunday and Monday.

Haas Middle School Closed for the Day Due to AC Issues

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:33:00 EDT

Haas Middle School, located at 6630 McArdle, is asking that parents pick up their children as they close down for the day due to air conditioning problems.

Tx Maritime Museum Fundraiser

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:25:00 EDT

The 17th annual Rockport Festival of Wine and Food is Saturday, May 25. Kathy Roberts-Douglas joined John Thomas with who benefits.

Motorcyclists Promote Driver Awareness through "Can You See Me Now?" Safety Event

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:42:00 EDT

At Labonte Park, motorcyclists gathered Sunday for a safety event called "Can You See Me Now?"

Firefighter Trapped in Six-Alarm Blaze at Dallas Condo

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:32:00 EDT

(CNN) -- A firefighter was trapped early Monday in a six-alarm blaze at a Dallas condominium complex, the city's fire department said.

Walk The Stage, Grads

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:26:00 EDT

One of the most memorable times for high school graduates in graduation day and walking the stage but not every student who graduates walks. Jettie Powers joined John Thomas with how to arm each teen with a cap and gown.

3 News Reports from Tornado Ravaged Granbury, TX

Sun, 19 May 2013 22:01:00 EDT

A local group is in Granbury, Texas tonight to help with much needed relief there after tornadoes swept through North Texas less than a week ago. Our Rudy Trevino traveled with the group and joined us live

Man Stabbed at Local Nightclub

Sun, 19 May 2013 21:30:00 EDT

A 34-year old man is stabbed several times at night club early Sunday morning, and he claims it was one of the club workers who stabbed him. The call came into police just before 2 a.m. Sunday morning

Police Cruiser Hit by Alleged Drunk Driver

Sun, 19 May 2013 21:00:00 EDT

A police officer's car is hit by an alleged drunk driver while he is working another DWI wreck. It happened just after four Sunday morning. Police say an officer was working a DWI related crash on the

18 Wheeler Flips, Blocks Traffic for 6 Hours

Sun, 19 May 2013 20:30:00 EDT

A road is blocked off for six hours after an 18-wheeler flips. The accident happened at around 9:20 a.m. Sunday morning. An 18-wheeler carrying 30-thousand pounds of barite was going north on the 37 Access

Standoff at Southside Apartment Complex Ends Peacefully

Sun, 19 May 2013 20:25:00 EDT

Police had a south side apartment complex on Weber surrounded for about an hour this afternoon as authorities tried to track down a wanted man. Police received a tip that the man was at the apartment complex.

Can You See Me Now Campaign

Sun, 19 May 2013 20:00:00 EDT

Motorcycle riders got together Sunday for an event called, "can you see me now?" They're asking drivers to share the road. More than 100 motorcyclists from around the area met at Labonte Park where they

Cowboys Take Part in Friendly Game of Basketball

Sun, 19 May 2013 17:00:00 EDT

They say it takes a village to raise a child but one man is doing what he can to raise leaders. His name is Guy Nickeson. His program is called "Lead First" and the kids in his program are already changing

One Winning Ticket for the Largest Powerball Jackpot Sold in Florida

Sun, 19 May 2013 15:35:00 EDT

(CNN) -- The million-dollar questions have been answered. What are the Powerball numbers, and have any winning tickets been sold? Lottery officials released the winning numbers for the largest multistate

Fatal Motorcycle Accident on NPID

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:16:00 EDT

Early Sunday morning emergency crews arrived to NPID and Bear Lane. A motorcyclist had just had an accident.

Rollover on Cimarron

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:58:00 EDT

Police covering another wild accident early Sunday morning. This one was all the way down Cimarron, past Yorktown at Fumay. A young man rolled his truck at the intersection here.

Bizarre, Must See To Believe Accident

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:43:00 EDT

Here's a bizarre accident you've never seen before and you may not believe the details of this crash.

Doctor is in: How to Beat The Heat

Sun, 19 May 2013 09:59:00 EDT

With hot weather here and the mercury rising, it is important that we learn how to avoid heat related injuries.

Beach To Bay Attracts More Than 2500 Teams

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:19:00 EDT

Beach to Bay is still going strong as a number of runners have crossed the finish line.

Oso Bridge to Close for Crash Investigation on Sunday

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:13:00 EDT

For those of you coming and going from Padre Island Sunday morning you might want to find another way. Starting at 6:15 a.m., Highway 358 from Flour Bluff Dr to Paul Jones will be closed. The Corpus

Christian Carrillo Speaks to 3 News, Thanks Community for Support

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:03:00 EDT

Christian Carrillo, a hit and run survivor is back in Corpus Christi and is thanking the community for all the support they've shown him during his rehabilitation. Our Mike Dasilva reports.

Swimmer Drowns off Mustang Island

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:39:00 EDT

A 32 year old man from San Antonio is dead after drowning tonight off Mustang Island. Police say the man was in town for Beach to Bay and was celebrating with friends afterwards on the beach. The drowning

Christian Carrillo Thanks the Community for their Support

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:30:00 EDT

17 year old Christian Carrillo who survived a local hit and run accident is back in Corpus Christi for the weekend and spoke to 3 News. Saturday a benefit barbecue was held for the 17 year old. It was

Emergency Crews Rescue Kayaker from Corpus Christi Bay

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:00:00 EDT

Scary moments for two men Saturday after their kayaks overturn in Corpus Christi Bay. It happened near Texas A&M Corpus Christi. Fire crews say two men were fishing in their kayaks this afternoon when

Car Plows into Parade in Virginia, Injures Several People

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:02:00 EDT

As many as 50 people were injured Saturday afternoon after a car plowed into a parade in Damascus, Virginia, a police dispatcher told CNN.

Nearly 900 TAMUCC Students Receive their Diploma

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:26:00 EDT

Hundreds of students are embarking on a new phase of their lives this weekend at the American Bank Center. Saturday nearly 900 graduates from the university's five colleges to received diplomas from Texas

Powerball Jackpot Reaches $600 Million

Sat, 18 May 2013 17:23:00 EDT

The estimated jackpot for Saturday's multistate Powerball drawing has risen to $600 million, the Multi-State Lottery Association said. That would be the second largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history,

Baseball for the Young at Heart

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:21:00 EDT

The folks at Wooldridge Place Nursing Center spent Friday outdoors enjoying some baseball. That's right! The staff at the nursing center faced off against a team from Advance EMS. The friendly baseball

K-9 Coach

Sat, 18 May 2013 09:58:00 EDT

We all like to spoil our pets but sometimes that can lead to problems with them being overprotective and ending up biting someone.

Tornado Relief

Sat, 18 May 2013 09:37:00 EDT

A local man is asking for donations to help those people affected by the devastating tornadoes that have struck North Texas.

Menger Elementary Holds Beach to Bay Pep Rally

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:24:00 EDT

Excitement was in the air at a number of school Friday, as their teams geared up for the big Beach to Bay marathon Saturday morning.

14th Annual Babes on the Bay Fishing Tournament in Rockport

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:23:00 EDT

Women from all over the country will be in Rockport this weekend for the 14th annual Babes on the Bay fishing tournament, which kicked off Friday.

George Evans Elementary Hosts Cancer Walk in Honor of Student

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:20:00 EDT

The school hosted a cancer walk, with eight-year old Eddie Fuentes himself leading the way. Students and their family donated a dollar each to take part in the walk.

Goodwill Trip to Granbury to Help Victims of Tornadoes

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:17:00 EDT

They did it for Katrina victims, and victims of tornadoes in Missouri and Alabama, and now a local group of volunteers will be heading to North Texas to help the victims there.

Decision Regarding Columbus Ship Replicas Up in the Air

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:14:00 EDT

No final decision has been made as to what will happen to the two Columbus ship replicas on display at the Museum of History and Science, according to museum management.

Mathis City Manager, Police Chief Voluntarily Resigns

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:10:00 EDT

Larry Whittington, who served as both the city manager and police chief in Mathis, voluntarily resigned at a City Council meeting Thursday night.

Aransas Pass Holding Recount for Mayoral Election Results

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:09:00 EDT

A recount will take place next week in Aransas Pass after a very close election result in their recent mayoral race.

Arson Investigators Looking Into Fire at Vacant Pharaoh Valley Facility

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:06:00 EDT

The City received reports that a vacant Pharaoh Valley Clubhouse and property was an eyesore and that something should be done.

Museum of Science & History Undergoes Renovations

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:30:00 EDT

Big changes have been taking place at the Museum of Science and History. It is being renovated as part of an overall plan to make it a place families will want to visit over and over again.

Thousands Prepare for this Weekends Annual Beach to Bay Marathon

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:27:00 EDT

Thousands of people from all around the Coastal Bend are getting ready to take part in the 38th annual Beach to Bay.

Fans for Friends Drive Outside the Kiii-TV Studios

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:25:00 EDT

We're just a couple of days away from the hottest months of the year. Can you imagine not having the comfort of air conditioning in your home?

Robstown Hardware Company Celebrates 100 Years in Business

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:23:00 EDT

The Robstown Hardware Company celebrated 100 years of being in the business of Friday, from its early days when it opened in 1913 to its now 12-acre location off Highway 77.

Red Cross Sending Grief Counselor to North Texas

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:20:00 EDT

The Coastal Bend chapter of the American Red Cross is sending a mental health volunteer to assist residents in North Texas after tornadoes devastated several communities.

Driver Escapes Unharmed After Crosstown Rollover

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:18:00 EDT

According to investigators, the driver of a Nissan Versa was traveling southbound on the Crosstown Expressway when he struck a concrete barrier.

Truck Rolls Off of Crosstown Expressway, Slams Into Home

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:16:00 EDT

A westside homeowner was shaken up after a truck flew off of the Crosstown Expressway and slammed into his house on Friday.

Neighbor Puts Out Kitchen Fire at Dunbarton Oak Home

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:14:00 EDT

The blaze broke out just before 8 a.m. in the 3100 block of Dunbarton Oak. Investigators said the homeowner was outside talking to one of her neighbors when she realized she had left the stove on.

Police, CPS Investigating Death of Three-Month Old Girl

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:11:00 EDT

The initial information was that the infant had been the victim of someone who rolled over onto her, but sources close to the investigation said that was not the case.

Citgo East Plant Sounds Internal Plant Alarm

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:09:00 EDT

The Citgo East Plant has sounded an internal plant alarm for a process unit upset.

Four ROTC Grads from TAMUCC Commissioned into U.S. Army

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:06:00 EDT

Four Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi students were commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army at an ROTC pinning ceremony on Friday.

IRS Official Denies Intentional Political Targeting, Lying to Congress

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:13:00 EDT

The testimony by Steven Miller, who was forced to announce his resignation this week as acting IRS commissioner, came early at the first congressional hearing on the matter.

After the Storm: 'I Thought that Lady was Gonna Die in My Truck'

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:00:00 EDT

Tina and Billy Clark saw the funnel cloud approaching and did what many others would have done.

Volunteers Needed for TAAF Summer Games of Texas

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:12:00 EDT

The Texas Amateur Athletic Federation's Summer Games of Texas are fast approaching, and organizers say more volunteers are needed for the event.

Google Says You'll Know When Glass is Sketchy

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:00:00 EDT

Privacy concerns surrounding Google Glass are growing rampant. Eight Congressmen even joined in on the conversation on Thursday, fearing that the cyborg-like technology could be too invasive.

Special Report: Night in the Tank, Pt. II

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:04:00 EDT

From the moment a suspected DWI motorist is pulled over, and subsequently administered a breathalyzer test and arrested, the meter starts to tick, and the fines, fees and surcharges start to add up.

Cowboys Basketball Benefit

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:19:00 EDT

Children and the military benefit when this football team takes to the basketball court. Guy Nickleson, organizer of Lead First, joined John Thomas with how to get involved with Saturday, May 18th's Cowboy Basketball Benefit.

Fire Crews Rescue Stranded Swimmer near Ocean Drive

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:23:00 EDT

The U.S. Coast Guard was called out to rescue a 39-year-old woman who went for a swim in Corpus Christi Bay off Palmetto Park.

VIP Party, Tour on General Rudder Training Vessel

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:19:00 EDT

The General Rudder, a huge training vessel out of Texas A&M University in Galveston, hosted a VIP party and tour Thursday evening.

Old H.M. King Building to Become Kingsville's New City Hall

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:17:00 EDT

The more than $6 million rehabilitation project began a couple of years ago, and is well underway. On Thursday, our cameras got a sneak peek at the historic building.

Columbus Ship Replicas in Corpus Christi's Bayfront Could be Scrapped

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:13:00 EDT

The person currently heading up the Columbus Sailing Association said the Santa Maria replica cannot be saved, and will now have to be dismantled and sold off in pieces.

Employees, Customers Evacuated from Michael's After Fire Scare

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:11:00 EDT

Fire crews were called to a busy shopping center in the 4700 block of SPID on Thursday after employees at the Michael's craft store smelled smoke in the building.

Police Seek Vehicle Involved in Fatal Accident in Flour Bluff

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:09:00 EDT

Corpus Christi police laid out the official scenario that lead to a double-fatal accident Monday night in Flour Bluff as they continue to search for a vehicle that was involved.

Former Calallen Coach Living Near Community Struck by Tornado

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:06:00 EDT

The death toll remains at six following the powerful storms that blew through North Texas on Wednesday. A former Calallen coach, Leta Andrews, now lives near the area.

Texas Windstorm Insurance Bill One Vote Short in Texas Senate

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:04:00 EDT

The bill would have helped the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association to acquire the funds necessary to be able cover all the claims that would come if a catastrophic storm were to hit the state.

Luncheon Held to Plan Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes Event

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:25:00 EDT

Did you know that over 86,000 people in the Coastal Bend region have diabetes? That is just one alarming fact unveiled Thursday at a luncheon put on by the American Diabetes Association.

Beaumont Man Gets State of the Art Bionic Fingers

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:22:00 EDT

Without a right hand since birth, a Southeast Texas man has been given a new way of life, thanks to a new set of robotic fingers.

City Reports Profits on Local Golf Courses for Second Year

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:18:00 EDT

The City Parks Director said Thursday that the City has made a profit for the second year in a row off its golf courses.

Portland Police Seek Help Identifying Wal-Mart TV Thief

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:16:00 EDT

Investigators in Portland need your help identifying a man that walked out of a Wal-Mart with a flat screen television on Monday night.

12th Annual Click It or Ticket Campaign Announced

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:13:00 EDT

It is that time again when area law enforcement agencies team up and hit the streets, looking for drivers who are not wearing seat belts.

First Responders Learn Ins and Outs of Disaster Recovery

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:10:00 EDT

First responders from all over South Texas have been training all week as the start of hurricane season nears. On Thursday, crews were training for residential damage assessment and disaster recovery.

North Texas Tornadoes Kill Six, Injure Over a Hundred

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:07:00 EDT

A number of people were killed and more than a hundred injured after powerful thunderstorms sent tornadoes ripping through North Texas Wednesday night.

Fire Marshals Make Announcement Regarding Cause of West Explosion

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:01:00 EDT

Texas Fire Marshals made an announcement Thursday regarding the cause of the fertilizer plant explosion in West, Texas, that killed 15 people and injured hundreds on April 17.

IRS Scandal Adds Fuel to Obamacare Fire

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:34:00 EDT

The House of Representatives is on track to pass a measure to repeal Obamacare entirely on Thursday -- a move the GOP-led chamber has done twice already.

Tornadoes Hit North Texas, Six Dead

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:23:00 EDT

Rescue crews searched Thursday for seven people missing after overnight tornadoes struck North Texas, killing at least six.

Special Report: Night in the Tank, Pt. I

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:00:00 EDT

A thousand people were arrested last year in Corpus Christi for driving while intoxicated -- a record number for the Corpus Christi Police Department.

CCPD Build-a-Bear Donation to Ronald McDonald House

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:54:00 EDT

Wednesday night was a special night at the Ronald McDonald House, as they received a donation that really put a big smile on the children's faces.

LIVE STREAM: Obama Counter-Punches in Effort to Regain Political Balance

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:26:00 EDT

President Barack Obama is counter-punching furiously to prevent a series of potential scandals from overwhelming his second-term agenda.

The Officer Who Found A Missing Corpus Christi Boy

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:25:00 EDT

10-month old Alecxavien Zapata of Corpus Christi has been home safe with his mother for more than one month now. In January, he was taken without his mother's consent.

Jolie & Breast Cancer Awareness

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:04:00 EDT

Actor and worldly philanthropist Angelina Jolie's recent op ed in the New York Times regarding her decision to have a double mastectomy is bringing much needed attention to breast cancer.

Coast Guard Makes Another Dramatic Rescue

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:35:00 EDT

A Coast Guard crew on a training mission Tuesday night responded to a real life rescue.

Multiple Fatalities, At Least 100 Injuries in Severe Texas Storm

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:41:00 EDT

Several people were killed and more than 100 were injured Wednesday night when a possible tornado cut a wide swath through north Texas, officials said.

White House Releases Benghazi E-Mails

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:32:00 EDT

The exchanges detailing discussions between top Obama administration officials from multiple agencies suggest the CIA took the lead in developing talking points to describe the attack last September 11.

Workers Setting Up for this Weekend's Beach to Bay

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:29:00 EDT

The 38th annual Beach to Bay is just three days away, and on Wednesday, workers were at the Old Coliseum grounds setting up tents for the event.

Longtime Employee of TAMUCC Alicia Jasso Retiring

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:26:00 EDT

After more than 40 years serving as the Assistant to the President at TAMUCC, Jasso is saying goodbye.

Coast Guard Hosts Open House for National Safe Boating Week

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:23:00 EDT

National Safe Boating Week begins this weekend, and folks over at the U.S. Coast Guard station in Port Aransas are kicking it off with an open house celebration.

College Students Onboard General Rudder for Hands On Experience

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:19:00 EDT

Their ship may be painted in the colors of their new SEC rivals, the Florida Gators, but the crew onboard the General Rudder is all Aggie.

Appraisal District says Overall Value of Homes, Businesses Up

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:16:00 EDT

The Nueces County Appraisal District said the overall value of homes and businesses in the county is up this year, which means most property owners will see a property tax increase.

City Council Expected to Approve New Water Conservation Plans

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:13:00 EDT

If City Council approves changes to water conservation and drought contingency plans, daytime watering could be banned all year round, whether we're in a drought or not.

Plaques Go Missing from Padre Island Welcome Sign

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:11:00 EDT

A well-known Padre Island landmark has been defaced -- the plaques that adjoin the famous "Welcome to Padre Island" sign have gone missing.

San Diego Man Arrested, Charged with Selling Drugs Out of Home

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:08:00 EDT

Robert Lee Campos, 23, was taken into custody at around 3:20 a.m. at his home in the 600 block of West Dix. The Central South Texas Criminal Investigation Task Force executed the search warrant.

Police Continue Investigating Accident that Left Two Dead

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:05:00 EDT

Police are still trying to piece together what happened on Monday night when an accident left two people dead and injured two others.

Ask the Doctors: Parkinson's Disease

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:37:00 EDT

According to the Mayoclinic, Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects your movement. It develops gradually and it can cause stiffness or slow movement.

Crime Stoppers: Police Seek Eight Wanted Fugitives

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:10:00 EDT

Corpus Christi police officers are on the hunt for eight wanted fugitives. See if you can help them track them down and earn a cash reward.

Lotto Fever Hits Coastal Bend as $350 Million Up for Grabs

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:08:00 EDT

It is Wednesday night, and $350 million is up for grabs in the night's Powerball game.

CCAD Introduces Program to Help Veterans Deal with PTSD

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:06:00 EDT

The Corpus Christi Army Depot deployed a new program aimed at helping veterans overcome the challenges of post-traumatic stress disorder.

First Responders Get Training Dealing with Hybrid Vehicles

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:03:00 EDT

General Motors sponsored the training on new hybrids like the Chevy Volt, which is a combination of gasoline and electric power.

Record Alligator Caught Near Choke Canyon

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:02:00 EDT

A young hunter who grew up with a fascination about dinosaurs and a dream of hunting what some call "living dinosaurs" has harvested the largest alligator ever certified in Texas. Braxton Bielski, an

LIVE STREAM: President Obama Delivers Statement Regarding IRS

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:53:00 EDT

President Barack Obama is expected to deliver a statement Wednesday at 6 p.m. ET regarding the Internal Revenue Service after meeting with senior Treasury Department officials, the White House said.

Boston Fire Chief Gets Vote of 'No Confidence' in Handling of Bombings

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:30:00 EDT

Thirteen Boston deputy fire chiefs have signed a letter of "no confidence" in Fire Chief Steve Abraira regarding his handling of the Boston Marathon bombings, according to the letter.

Pizza on Mars: NASA funds development of 3D printer that can knock out pizza

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:10:00 EDT

NASA has awarded a mechanical engineer a grant worth $125,000 to help him create a 3D printer for food.

Heart attack? Doctors soon may have an app for that

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:25:00 EDT

There are apps that turn your smartphone into a metal detector, a musical instrument and a GPS system, and now there's an app that may help doctors save your life if you're having a heart attack.

Cellphone use may reveal your dominant brain

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:03:00 EDT

New research suggests the dominant side of your brain may make the call on which ear you choose to use while talking on your cellphone.

How to stay anonymous online

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:00:00 EDT

Pretty soon, just about everything we do on the Web will be logged, analyzed, and used for things outside of our control. Here are some ways to help stop that.

Cellphone calls during blood pressure readings may skew results

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:48:00 EDT

New Italian research offers some cautionary advice for patients with high blood pressure: The next time you take a blood pressure reading, turn off your cellphone.

Six tips to bombproof your password

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:07:00 EDT

How can we make our passwords more hack-resistant and manage all the passwords we need?

Facebook cuts off Social Roulette, app with 1-in-6 chance of killing your Facebook account

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:53:00 EDT

True to its name, Social Roulette is a game of roulette in which you're gambling your digital life. After giving the app permissions, you then take a one-in-six chance of letting it delete your Facebook account.

Emergency medical cat care at your fingertips

Mon, 13 May 2013 17:30:00 EDT

In recent years, veterinarians have stepped in to provide a quick, cost-effective place on the Internet for owners to have their questions answered and get solid advice no matter the time of the day.

Nearly half of high schoolers text while driving

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:03:00 EDT

Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash, a new study shows.

How to handle and prevent identity theft

Mon, 13 May 2013 13:54:00 EDT

Every year, identity thieves misuse the personal information of more than 11 million Americans. This makes identity theft one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country.

'Bouquets of Croquets' benefit tournament

Amanda Roberson — Mon, 8 Oct 2012 17:43:00 EDT

Crouquet tournament benefits Christian Women's Job Corps.

Fit City Success: Local psychologist's weight loss lands her in "People"

Dana Hughey — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 09:15:00 EDT

A Nacogdoches woman has been "vlogging" and "blogging" about her weight loss journey for years. Dr. Nina Ellis-Hervey's story caught the eye of People Magazine and that landed her in the August 27th issue. In this week's Fit City Success, the Stephen F. Austin State University psychology professor shares what her workout entails and how she lost her college weight.

Elderly Carthage man latest West Nile death in East Texas

Amanda Roberson — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 15:25:00 EDT

The man had been in a Shreveport hospital with the illness for at least the past three weeks until his death Wednesday.

It's Time Texas: Packing a healthy and tasty lunch

Dana Hughey — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 12:56:00 EDT

For many East Texas kids, this is the first week of school and it's a chance for parents to get a healthy plan together for their lunch sack. Doctors say what food you pack makes a difference-- physically and mentally. In our It's Time Texas report, some healthy ideas from a pediatrician and mom of 3.

Fit City Success: Stacey Lujan takes nutrition challenge; loses weight

Dana Hughey — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 11:52:00 EDT

A Tyler mom of three feels like a new woman after taking a 60-day weight loss challenge. In our Fit City Success story, little changes turned into a big weight loss for Stacey Lujan.

Missing toddler found dead

Coretta Williams — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 11:34:00 EDT

Sheriff's investigators tell us 2 year-old Jake Kimbley was found dead early this morning. The details of his death are still coming into our newsroom.

Armed Smith Co. robber demands only cigarettes

Dana Hughey — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 12:44:00 EDT

A robber demands cigarettes at gunpoint from a Smith Co. convenience store. It happened just before 1 a.m. Thursday morning.

Fit City Texas: Kids in Motion Camp stresses exercise, eating right

Jimmy Isaac — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 05:03:00 EDT

Convincing some kids that exercise is fun can be a tough sell, but that's what ETMC's "Kids in Motion Camp" is all about.

Memorial service held for correctional officers

Ellie Cano — Mon, 13 May 2013 09:55:00 EDT

On Friday May 10th staff at the Larry Gist Unit held a memorial service to honor correctional officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.

Mauriceville Middle school student arrested for making hit list

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 13:10:00 EST

12-year-old arrested for Terroristic Threats