CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx — Good morning, Coastal Bend! Bryan and Michelle Hofmann here with KRIS 6 News Sunrise.
We hope your Wednesday is off to a great start. Today we’re tracking everything from a new cost estimate for President Trump’s landmark legislation to a major digital change at the American Bank Center. We’ve also got opportunities for job seekers, news of a new Goodwill store opening, and a summer camp empowering the next generation of women in the trades. Let’s get right into your top stories.
"Big Beautiful Bill" bill cost update
- CBO expected to release updated cost estimate today
- Initial report in May showed a $2.3 trillion impact over a decade
- President Trump pushing for bill passage by July 4
The Congressional Budget Office is expected to release a new estimate of the cost for President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” today.
In an initial estimate released in May, the CBO determined that the bill would add at least $2.3 trillion to the national deficit over the next decade before accounting for inflation. The president has set a deadline for Congress to get the bill to his desk by the Fourth of July.
Disaster declaration approved
- Governor Abbott signs declaration for several South Texas counties
- Includes Nueces, Kleberg, Jim Wells, and others
- SBA programs now available for low-interest disaster loans
Governor Greg Abbott has approved a disaster declaration for several South Texas counties. Those counties include Brooks, Duval, Jim Wells, Kleberg, Live Oak, Nueces, and San Patricio. The Small Business Administration has opened several programs offering low-interest loans to area homeowners, renters, and businesses who qualify.
American Bank Center going cashless
- All transactions go digital starting July 1
- Applies to parking, box office, and concessions
- City says goal is to improve guest experience
The American Bank Center is going cashless. Starting July 1, all transactions at the venue will be digital—this includes parking, box office ticket sales, and concession purchases. City officials say the change is designed to enhance the guest experience and streamline service.
CCISD job fair today
- Hiring event runs from 9 a.m. to noon at Carroll High School
- On-site interviews for teachers, coaches, nurses, and more
- Another event scheduled for June 18 at Ray High School
For those of you currently on the job hunt, CCISD is hosting a hiring event today at the Carroll High School arena from 9 a.m. to noon.
Available positions include teachers, substitute teachers, coaches, nurses, bus drivers, custodians, and cafeteria staff. There will be on-site interviews. If you can’t make it today, another event is scheduled for June 18 at the Ray High School cafeteria.
Camp empowers girls in construction
- 'Camp Build It' teaches welding and electrical skills
- Hosted by Bechtel and Craft Training Center
- Designed for high school girls interested in trades
One summer camp is helping break barriers and build skills—especially for girls interested in careers in construction. Bechtel, an American construction company, has teamed up with the Craft Training Center to host "Camp Build It." The camp is specifically for high school girls with a passion for welding, electrical work, and skilled trades.
New Goodwill store grand opening
- Opens tomorrow in the Bay Area between Staples and Everhart
- First 100 guests get prizes and coffee
- Raffle includes Corpus Christi Hooks giveaways
A new Goodwill store is set to open this week in the Bay Area between Staples and Everhart. The grand opening is scheduled for tomorrow morning at 8:30. Goodwill is offering free coffee and prize giveaways to the first 100 guests, including a raffle for Corpus Christi Hooks merchandise.
Thanks for starting your day with us here on KRIS 6 News Sunrise. We’ll continue to bring you the latest on job opportunities, community changes, and important local updates every morning. Until next time, stay safe, stay curious, and stay kind. Have a great day, friends!
-Bryan and Michelle Hofmann
