Corpus Christi residents may notice an earthy or musty taste or odor in their tap water in the coming days, but city officials say there is no reason for concern. Corpus Christi Water said the city’s drinking water continues to meet federal and state health standards. Residents can safely use their tap water for drinking, cooking, bathing, and other everyday activities. The temporary change in taste and smell comes from naturally occurring...
U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez brought Corpus Christi’s ongoing water concerns to the House floor Wednesday, urging President Donald Trump’s administration to follow through on a commitment to help the city secure federal funding for critical water projects. Gonzalez said the issue deserves immediate attention because Corpus Christi plays a significant role in the nation’s energy industry. He also pointed to remarks Trump made during a...
A 31-year-old man was arrested in Laredo after police said he broke into a home, assaulted a woman with a baseball bat, stole a vehicle, and allegedly attacked officers during his arrest. The incidents unfolded Sunday, Sept. 13, along Corpus Christi Street, prompting multiple police responses within minutes. Woman Assaulted During Home Invasion According to the Laredo Police Department, officers were called at approximately 5:41 p.m. to a...
A major front-office move is bringing a longtime Houston Astros executive to the NHL, as Marcel Braithwaite begins a new chapter with the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Penguins announced Monday that Braithwaite will become the organization’s new President of Business Operations. His appointment marks a major career transition after 14 years with the Astros, where he became a key figure in the club’s business operations and helped oversee several...
A proposed USS City of Corpus Christi memorial could give residents and visitors a permanent connection to the submarine that carried the city's name for more than three decades. However, supporters say they still need roughly $2 million to turn that vision into reality. Submarine veterans are working with the City of Corpus Christi to establish the memorial at Sherrill Veterans Memorial Park. The project would preserve portions of the...
