A Late-Night Crime on the City's West Side An armed robbery shook Corpus Christi's west side Sunday night, leaving police searching for two suspects and urging the community to assist in their apprehension. The incident occurred around 9:26 p.m. at the Walgreens located on the 4500 block of Ayers Street, according to the Corpus Christi Police Department (CCPD). Details of the Incident Officers responding to the scene discovered that two male...
The landscape of firefighting is evolving, and women are at the forefront of this transformation in the Corpus Christi Fire Department (CCFD). With more than two dozen women serving, these trailblazers are inspiring change, breaking stereotypes, and making their mark in a field historically dominated by men. Leading the Way: Marissa Barrera's Inspiring Journey A CCFD Engineer, Marissa Barrera has been saving lives for eight years. As the first...
On a chilly Tuesday morning outside Minute Maid Park, Houston Astros closer Josh Hader and his wife, Maria, donned festive Santa hats and collected toys from the cars lining the street. This heartfelt initiative marked the Hader family's first-ever Christmas toy drive in collaboration with BEAR (Be A Resource Houston), a nonprofit aiding children through the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and Harris County Resources...
Cyber Monday scams are rising as the holiday shopping season kicks into high gear. With millions of eager consumers hunting for the best deals, scammers seize the opportunity to exploit the frenzy. The National Retail Federation predicts that over 72 million shoppers will participate in Cyber Monday, creating a prime target for online fraudsters. While the promise of steep discounts and exclusive offers is enticing, the risks of falling victim...
On Tuesday morning, long lines of cars snaked around the Axis Road on SPID as families eagerly awaited one of the most significant holiday food distributions hosted by the Coastal Bend Food Bank. Held at their new location on Bear Lane, the event aimed to bring relief and joy to hundreds of families facing financial hardships during the holiday season. A Mission Rooted in Holiday Spirit The Coastal Bend Food Bank’s executive director, Bea...
