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After a decade of missteps, Corpus Christi careens toward water catastrophe

City officials expect to reach a “water emergency” within months and run out of water next year. That would halt jet fuel deliveries to Texas airports, hike gas prices and trigger a local economic disaster without precedent, former officials say.

The Texas Tribune

President Trump endorses Sid Miller and Don Huffines, countering Abbott’s picks

Trump’s last-minute primary endorsements that directly oppose the Texas governor’s selections came hours after he spoke at an event in Corpus Christi on Friday.

The Texas Tribune

Trump plays coy on Texas Senate GOP primary endorsement in Corpus Christi

President Trump teased an endorsement in Texas' GOP Senate primary — but he didn't say who he would prefer advance to the general election.

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Woman checks into Airbnb at Corpus Christi. Then she notices something off about the mirror: ‘There’s probably someone on the other side’

Airbnb guests have long shared concerns about hidden cameras in rental homes. While camerasinside homes are strictly prohibited under Airbnb’s rules, suspicions about undisclosed surveillance continue to surface online.

The Mary Sue

Trump expected to visit Corpus Christi on Friday, days before Texas primary

The president’s visit could be heavy on political overtones, as he has endorsed dozens of Republicans in their March 3 congressional and legislative primaries.

The Texas Tribune

After killing planned desalination plant, Corpus Christi tries to drill its way out of a water crisis

After an industrial building boom on Corpus Christi Bay, the city is drilling wells to meet water demand, and rural Nueces County residents say their own wells are being impacted.

The Texas Tribune

Indigenous groups fight to save rediscovered settlement site on Texas coast

Flanked by a chemical plant and an oil rig construction yard, the site on Corpus Christi Bay may be the last of its kind on this stretch of coastline, now occupied by petrochemical facilities.

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5 Cities Where You Can Retire in Great Weather for $2,500 a Month

Explore five affordable cities with great weather where you can retire comfortably on $2,500 a month and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle.

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Former U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold of Corpus Christi dies at 63

Farenthold, a local radio personality, served in Congress from 2011 to 2018 and is credited with securing funding for the port. He resigned amid allegations of sexual harassment.

The Texas Tribune

Here Are The 5 Best Cities In Texas For Those Looking For Big Homes On A Budget

Everything is bigger in Texas, but that doesn’t mean it has to be more expensive. While real estate prices across much of the country continue to climb, Texas still offers plenty of places where homebuyers can get a lot of square footage without going broke. For growing families, remote workers…

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How a sleepy Texas city turned into the energy export gateway of the U.S.

The completion of a channel deepening and widening project is taking the booming Port of Corpus Christi to new heights—and depths.

Fortune

New Leads in an Infamous Corpus Christi Cold Case

An open-source review unearths fresh details about a Texas oilman’s murder.

Texas Observer

A Thirsty Tesla Refinery Could Exacerbate Corpus Christi’s Water Crisis

Local activists warn that while residents must ration, unimpeded industrial expansion is imperiling the region’s future.

Texas Observer

She shot and killed Latin superstar Selena 30 years ago. Now she’s up for parole and could be set free

Yolanda Saldívar fatally shot Grammy-winning Latin superstar Selena Quintanilla-Perez, 23, in a Texas hotel room on March 31, 1995. Thirty years later, she is up for parole. Andrea Cavallier delves into the tragic killing

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Texas Observer

Corpus Christi Launches Emergency Water Projects as Reservoirs Dwindle and Industrial Demand Grows

This Texas city has struggled to develop a seawater desalination plant, but its efforts have lagged as thirsty industries arrive and drought persists.

The Texas Tribune

As reservoirs dwindle and industrial demand grows, Corpus Christi is drilling for water

The coastal city also has been trying for years to develop a seawater desalination plant, but its efforts have lagged as big, thirsty industries continue to locate nearby and a five-year drought persists.

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The CW Network Adds Three New Affiliates

The new affiliates in Tucson, Santa Barbara and Corpus Christi will start airing CW programming Sept. 1

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The CW Adds New Affiliates in 3 Markets

Picks up stations in Tuscon, Ariz.; Santa Barbara, Calif.; and Corpus Christi, Texas

The Independent UK

Remains found at wastewater station identified as missing Texas A&M student Caleb Harris

The remains found on June 24 had ‘no obvious signs of homicide,’ according to authorities.

Latin Times

Selena Quintanilla museum closes as hurricane Beryl hits Texas

Based in Corpus Christi, the offices of the Quitanilla family and everything related to la reina del tex-mex legacy are in Beryl's path.

The Independent UK

Beryl bears down on Texas, where it is expected to hit after regaining hurricane strength

Beryl is hurtling across the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico on a collision course with Texas

France 24

Texas coast prepares for potential hit by Beryl, expected to regain hurricane strength

Tropical Storm Beryl is targeting the Gulf Coast of Texas after dealing a destructive blow to several islands in the Caribbean and the resort coast of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Beryl caused at least 11 deaths as it passed through the Caribbean islands earlier this week.

The Guardian - US

Tropical Storm Beryl smashes through Caribbean and heads for Texas coast

Earliest category 5 hurricane on record is 495 miles south-east of Corpus Christi, with winds near 60mph

The Texas Tribune

Tropical Storm Beryl is on a path to hit the Texas coast as a hurricane Monday

At least two counties, Nueces and Refugio, have issued mandatory evacuation orders.

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