Since 2020, Nueces County has experienced a staggering 337.9% increase in its unhoused population, marking a concerning trend as 2025 approaches. The county’s efforts to address the crisis seem to fall short, sparking frustration among advocates and residents alike. Point-in-Time Reports: Measuring the Crisis Every year, counties across Texas conduct Point-in-Time (PIT) reports as part of a federal initiative by the Department of Housing and...
The New Year often brings familiar resolutions. One of the most popular? "I want to get active." But as many of us know, making this resolution is more manageable than keeping it. Dr. Eric Baggerman, CEO of Amistad Health, shared practical advice for those hoping to make fitness a consistent part of their lives in 2025. The Common Pitfalls of New Year Fitness Resolutions "I've certainly heard the 'I'm going to work out this year,' and I've been...
The Corpus Christi Police Department (CCPD) is ramping up efforts to address a troubling increase in speeding and street racing along South Padre Island Drive (SPID) and other city areas. Spike in Street Racing Arrests In just 24 hours last week, CCPD arrested three drivers for street racing on SPID. All were caught traveling at speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour. According to CCPD Traffic Captain Tim Frazier, SPID is a well-known hotspot for...
Tristen Keys, a 6-foot-2, 175-pound five-star wide receiver from Hattiesburg High School in Mississippi, is creating a buzz as the No. 1 overall prospect in his state's 2026 class. Texas A&M is making waves in the recruitment race for one of the most sought-after high school athletes in the Class of 2026. Leading sports outlets like On3, 247Sports, and ESPN all agree on Keys' remarkable talent and potential. Keys’ Top Choices: Texas...
The City of Corpus Christi is offering tips to make recycling both simple and eco-friendly to assist residents in managing their post-holiday clutter responsibly. Overflowing Holiday Clutter at Recycling Centers At the J.C. Elliot Transfer Station, the scene is a familiar one—residents unloading piles of gift boxes, wrapping paper, and tree trimmings. This annual surge in waste reflects the aftermath of holiday celebrations, with recycling...
