The Corpus Christi Crime Lab, operated by the Texas Department of Public Safety, serves a large portion of South Texas and has recently increased its case processing speed. The public had an opportunity to learn more about the lab's work and the kinds of evidence they handle during an open house tour on Wednesday. Goliad Sheriff's Office Sgt. Deputy Virginia Escojido often delivers evidence to the DPS crime lab near Moody High School. However,...
If you're a pet owner in Corpus Christi with an unspayed or unneutered dog or cat, you'll now need a permit. Starting October 1, the city is updating its animal regulations. Additionally, dogs labeled as dangerous must wear distinct collars. These changes will be implemented in roughly two weeks. The People Assisting Animal Control (PAAC) Clinic on Ayers Street is seeing rapid appointment bookings. "We now have five doctors and conduct nearly...
Aransas Pass officials expressed confidence in proceeding with plans for a new fire station and police station renovations after the completion of a resident survey. The annual survey inquired about various city services, including support for the mentioned projects. City Manager Gary Edwards stated that 80% of respondents supported the initiatives. Edwards highlighted the cramped conditions at the fire station, describing the limited sleeping...
The Baltimore Orioles showcased another last-minute rally as Cedric Mullins delivered a three-run homer in the ninth, pushing them to an 8-7 win over the Houston Astros, both teams leading their respective American League divisions. This exhilarating victory comes just a day after Baltimore's clutch play against Tampa Bay, where they tied in the ninth and triumphed 5-4 in the 11th inning courtesy of Mullins' sacrifice fly. Baltimore's manager,...
In 2023, teachers are taking home about $3,644 less each year than they did just ten years ago, when you factor in inflation. This surprising fact came from a recent WalletHub study looking into the best and worst states for teachers in 2023. And here's a twist: Texas teachers start off with some of the best salaries in the country, but as the years go by, they don't see much growth in those paychecks. Ramon Goings from the University of...
