CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx — Good morning Coastal Bend! Sunrise Anchors Bryan and Michelle Hofmann here, and we are back with you after a week off celebrating our one-year wedding anniversary on a cruise through the Bahamas! We're recharged and ready to bring you the latest headlines from here at home and around the world. This morning, we’re covering legal battles surrounding troop deployments, growing protests across the country, new developments out of the Middle East, and a chance for Coastal Bend neighbors to participate in an important emergency drill.
California Governor challenges troop deployment in court
- Governor Newsom's emergency motion heads to federal court
- Seeks to block Trump’s troop deployment in Los Angeles
- Hearing set for this afternoon in San Francisco district court
California Governor Gavin Newsom’s emergency motion against the Trump administration will be in court today. Newsom is asking a federal judge to block the deployment of U.S. troops in Los Angeles following recent unrest. A district court judge denied Newsom’s initial request for immediate action, allowing the Trump administration to present its arguments first. The hearing is scheduled for this afternoon.
ICE protest spreads to Texas
- Protests continue across the U.S. over ICE raids
- San Antonio protest draws hundreds
- Governor Abbott sends Texas National Guard troops
Protests that began in Los Angeles last week have now reached the Lone Star State. Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in San Antonio Tuesday evening to protest recent ICE raids. In response, Governor Greg Abbott deployed the Texas National Guard, with more demonstrations expected throughout the week.
Trump urges Netanyahu to end Gaza conflict
- President Trump calls for ceasefire in Gaza
- Warns against Israeli threats toward Iran
- Netanyahu’s cabinet meets amid hostage negotiations
President Donald Trump has urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to bring the Gaza conflict to an end and to halt discussions of a potential strike on Iran. Netanyahu convened his top ministers following what his office described as meaningful progress toward a ceasefire. Israel’s foreign minister says talks are focused on de-escalation and the return of hostages.
U.S. Embassy staff set to leave Iraq
- State Department prepares to evacuate non-essential staff
- White House cites increased security risks in region
- Iraqi officials say no known threat exists
The White House confirmed the U.S. State Department is preparing to order the departure of non-essential personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Iraq. This precautionary move comes amid elevated tensions in the region. However, Iraqi officials said they were unaware of any specific threats that would warrant a partial evacuation of American staff.
States sue 23andMe over data privacy
- 25+ states file lawsuit against bankrupt DNA testing company
- Accuse 23andMe of selling genetic data without proper consent
- Company says lawsuit is “without merit”
More than two dozen states are suing the now-bankrupt DNA testing company 23andMe. The lawsuit claims that the company sold customers’ genetic data without sufficient consent, violating privacy rights. State attorneys general are seeking a court ruling affirming that consumers own their DNA samples. 23andMe has responded, calling the allegations baseless.
Corpus Christi to hold evacuation drill Friday
- Public invited to participate in citywide exercise
- Drill to be held at Corpus Christi Gym on Cabaniss Parkway
- Runs Friday from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The City of Corpus Christi will host a mass evacuation drill this Friday afternoon, and the public is invited to take part. The exercise is scheduled from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Corpus Christi Gym off Saratoga on Cabaniss Parkway. The event helps emergency agencies practice procedures in the event of a real evacuation.
Participants will play the role of evacuees; no sign-up necessary, just show up at 2 p.m.
We’re glad to be back with you, Coastal Bend! Whether you're starting your morning with a cup of coffee or heading out the door, KRIS 6 News Sunrise will keep you in the know. Have a great Wednesday, and we’ll see you tomorrow morning. As always, stay safe, stay curious, and stay kind!
