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Posted 03/11/2010 9:13 PM by Jon Aaron

Friday will be a great day across the Coastal Bend.  Highs will be around the mid 70s with lots of sun.  More then likely this great weather will continue into the weekend with highs going up to around 80 with generally sunny skies.  Don't forget to spring forward on Saturday night into Sunday morning!

Jon Aaron

Posted 03/11/2010 8:19 PM by Gabe Vela

JIM WELLS COUNTY -- Carlos Zuniga, Jr. is charged with murdering a an 18-year-old Victoria woman nearly 20 years ago.

The remains of April Repka were found in a field, about six miles south of Alice, back in 2004.

Four years later Zuniga was arrested for the crime.

Today, he was in a Jim Wells County courtroom where the prosecution asked a judge for more time to work on their case.  Based on a eyewitness claims, the prosecution says Zuniga robbed … Click to Read More

Posted 03/11/2010 8:15 PM by Gabe Vela

CORPUS CHRISTI -- A man was arrested shortly after he allegedly ran out of a convenience store with a twenty pack of beer.

It happened after 5 p.m. at the PMI Convenience store on South Tancahua.

A passer-by flagged down a Nueces County Constable who happened to be nearby. He chased the man for a couple of blocks before arresting him at Third and Craig streets.

A clerk identified the suspect. He will be charged with theft and evading.

Posted 03/11/2010 8:32 PM by Monica Chavarria

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CORPUS CHRISTI - Animal control were busy rounding up a group of Javelinas Thursday morning.  People living on Peabody Street near I-37 woke up to find nearly half a dozen Javelinas roaming their street.  Animal control officers think they were in the neighborhood looking for food.  They did manage to tranquilize two of them.  Officials will now decide whether to release them back into the wild.

Posted 03/11/2010 8:38 PM by Mike Gillaspia

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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas -- On the 3700 block of Dalraida, a man told police he returned home from work just after 1:30 in the afternoon and discovered his house alarm had been triggered. He then saw 47 year old Jesse Jimenez walking out of the house carrying a case of CDs and a jar of coins. When Jimenez refused to stop, th… Click to Read More

Posted 03/11/2010 8:33 PM by Jennifer Parker

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CORPUS CHRISTI - Calallen ISD officials say 3 schools and the Central Office were on lockdown Wednesday due to an aggravated robbery at Texas Champion Bank on Northwest Blvd. Police say the suspect walked in and gave the tellers a note demanding cash. He also told them he had a weapon. The suspect was last seen fleeing towards an apartment complex with an undisclosed amount of money. If you have any information, call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS.

Posted 03/11/2010 11:44 AM by Toni Miles

CORPUS CHRISTI -- You've probably noticed that you're paying more at the pump lately and many Corpus Christi resident aren't too happy. 

Manuel Garza's Dodge truck coasted into John's Market gas station. He was literally riding on fumes.

"I saw a Stripes over there. It was $2.65, then I saw here it ws $2.63, and I barely made it coasting. It just went out," Manuel Garza said.

Manuel goes to John's Market because that gas station usually has the cheapest gas p… Click to Read More

Posted 03/11/2010 11:08 AM by Jennifer Parker

CORPUS CHRISTI - Swamp Tales, the Texas State Aquarium's latest addition to it's Conversation Cove, is now open for business. The exhibit tells the conservation story of an 11-foot American Alligator, as well as highlights species that are currently threatened and what visitors can do to protect them.

Conservation Cove is a 3-year expansion project that began in 2006 with the Hawn Wild Flight Theater, which opened in 2007.

For more information on how you can help with the… Click to Read More

Posted 03/11/2010 9:43 AM by Jennifer Parker

FREER- $674,000 worth of marijana is off the streets thanks to the men and women of the Border Patrol. Agents stationed in Freer seized a total of 44 bundles from an abandoned truck Monday after finding them hidden inside two hay barrels. The drugs have been turned over to the Drug Enforcement Administration.

Posted 03/11/2010 9:20 AM by Monica Chavarria

CORPUS CHRISTI - Need a job? The 2010 Census hiring campaign hits high gear in the Corpus Christi area for those interested in good weekly pay, mileage reimbursement and experience with America’s count of its population.  Those who want to prep for the … Click to Read More

Posted 03/11/2010 8:49 AM by Jennifer Parker

CORPUS CHRISTI - CC Parks & Rec is inviting swimmers to compete in its St. Patrick’s 5000-Meter Swim on Saturday, March 13, 2010 at Collier Pool, (3801 Harris Drive).

Swim start times are 7am, 9am, 11am, and 1pm. Space is limited, so please register
early to reserve your spot! Cost is $15 per swimmer. For more information, call 361-852-0243.

Posted 03/11/2010 2:34 PM by Elizabeth Noyola

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CORPUS CHRISTI - Two men are facing charges after a drug raid at a home on the city's south side.

D.P.S. and C.C.P.D. raided a home on the 1900 blk. of Toben around 6:30 p.m. Wednesday night.

Inside they found an undisclosed amount of methamphetamines, a small amount of marijuana, a shot gun, and an assault rifle.

The drugs were found in a bedroom.

Authorities searched the home for about five hours to make sure they had found everything. They discov… Click to Read More

Posted 03/11/2010 2:34 PM by Gabe Vela

CORPUS CHRISTI -- What appears to be a law enforcement raid is happening at a local home tonight.

This man was seen sitting in a squad car as DPS and CCPD searched a home in the 1900 block of Toben. That's off of Holly, between Rodd Field and Airline.

It's not clear if the man in the car has been arrested or what officials may have found in the home.

We'll continue to follow the story and bring you the latest.

Posted 03/10/2010 7:38 PM by Andy Liscano

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PHILADELPHIA, Pa. - On the Internet she referred to herself as 'Jihad Jane.'  But her real name is Colleen Renee LaRose.  Shes' 46. 

     On Tuesday La Rose was indicted in Federal Court in Philadelphia on charges including conspiracy to provide material support to terrorists.  And that she agreed to fly to Sweden to murder a Swedish artist named Lars Vilks.

     Using the name 'Jihad Jane'  La Ros… Click to Read More

Posted 03/10/2010 7:39 PM by Jennifer Parker

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CORPUS CHRISTI - Thirty-year-old Herlinda Rodriguez pleaded guilty Wednesday to backing her SUV into a man and then fleeing the scene. 

Surveillance video from the September 2009 incident shows Rodriguez hitting the man at the Stripes store on Saratoga and Staples. 

Rodriguez was sentenced to three years in prison and ten years on probation in exchange for a plea deal.

Posted 03/10/2010 2:41 PM by Jennifer Parker

SINTON - The police department needs your help in finding 46-year-old Alfonso Beltran.

He was last seen on Saturday. He is described as a Hispanic male, with black hair, brown eyes and has a salt and peppered colored goatee. His family fears he's in danger due to a recent medical diagnosis. 

If you have any information on where Alfonso Beltran is call the Sinton Police Department at 361-364-4444.

Posted 03/10/2010 7:50 PM by Mike Gillaspia

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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas -- Just after midnight, police spotted a Jeep Cherokee weaving across the road and driving on the shoulder on the 7000 block of I-37. The driver, 37 year old Jose Almaguer, appeared to be drunk, and was arrested after failing several sobriety tes… Click to Read More

Posted 03/10/2010 8:38 PM by Gabe Vela

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CORPUS CHRISTI -- Former State School employee Guadalupe Delarosa was sentenced today after he pleaded guilty to two counts of injury to a disabled person.

The 22-year-old was charged with three counts for staging fights among the school's disabled residents.

Yesterday, an Adult Protective Service investigator identified Delarosa in the video.

He could have been sentenced to 30 years in prison, but instead was sentenced to four years in prison and… Click to Read More

Posted 03/10/2010 1:30 PM by Jennifer Lira

CORPUS CHRISTI - Officials with the Padre Island National Seashore are  implementing a seasonal speed limit of 15 miles per hour from mile marker 5 to the Mansfield Channel from April 15 through July 5, 2010.

The speed limit change will provide visitors a safer beach experience during the summer season and will also ensure the safety of the Kemp’s ridley sea turtle during the peak of the nesting season.

Posted 03/10/2010 4:46 PM by Jennifer Lira

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CORPUS CHRISTI - Health officials are asking parents and local doctors to be aware of a dangerous game that is gaining popularity among kids.

It's called the "choking game".  It involves kids using their hands or belts, neck ties, or other items to choke each other in order to get high or pass out from the lack of oxygen to the brain. 

Aside from death, the game can also result in seizures, headaches, brain damage, and other serious health problems.

The … Click to Read More