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Catholic Schools in Corpus Christi prepare for launch of Texas Education Freedom Accounts
2+ hour ago (387+ words) is a proud Houstonian who was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She is excited to report stories in South Texas. Ana joined KRIS 6 News in April 2025 as a reporter for the Coastal Bend region. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas " Catholic school…...
Coastal Bend Maritime Community hosting 3rd Annual Career Expo and Job Fair Jan. 21
1+ week, 2+ day ago (232+ words) CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas " The Coastal Bend maritime industry is setting sail for another successful career event as Workforce Solutions Coastal Bend and G&H Towing prepare to host the 3rd Annual Maritime Career Expo & Job Fair. The event is scheduled for…...
Corpus Christi elementary students receive free books through KRIS 6 News initiative
1+ week, 2+ day ago (204+ words) CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas " Children at Gloria Hicks Elementary School in Corpus Christi walked into their classrooms this week with excitement, knowing they would leave with five free books of their own choosing. The students were part of KRIS 6 News' "If…...
Corpus Christi's MLK march began with sorority sisters 40 years ago
1+ week, 4+ day ago (308+ words) Neighborhood News Reporter Jeydah Jenkins joined the KRIS 6 News Team in May 2025. CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx " The city of Corpus Christi is kicking off its Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations with a proclamation, but the history behind this march goes…...
Young builders display impressive ag mech projects at livestock show
1+ week, 4+ day ago (380+ words) Stephanie Molina is the neighborhood reporter for West Nueces County and Kleberg County. ROBSTOWN, Texas " Beyond the barns and animal exhibits at the Nueces County Junior Livestock Show, students are showcasing impressive agricultural mechanics projects that represent dedication and skill…...
New study shed at NCJLS helps students juggle academics and livestock duties
1+ week, 5+ day ago (440+ words) Stephanie Molina is the neighborhood reporter for West Nueces County and Kleberg County. ROBSTOWN, Texas " Students at the Nueces County Junior Livestock Show now have a dedicated quiet space to complete their schoolwork while caring for their animals, thanks to…...
Corpus Christi Independent School District approves school closures.
1+ week, 6+ day ago (260+ words) is an experienced journalist with a diverse background in reporting, anchoring, and digital media. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas " After weeks of emotional public testimony and eight community listening sessions, trustees voted Tuesday night to approve a plan that will close seven…...
CCISD leaders move closer to decision on closing seven school campuses
2+ week, 12+ hour ago (329+ words) Corpus Christi Independent School District leaders are one step closer to deciding whether to close seven school campuses, a move that could impact thousands of families across the district. CCISD school board members and district staff met Friday to outline…...
West Oso students discover neighborhood pride through Molina documentary
2+ week, 2+ day ago (331+ words) Neighborhood News Reporter Jeydah Jenkins joined the KRIS 6 News Team in May 2025. CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx " Students at West Oso Junior High gained a deeper appreciation for their community after watching "Molina: Hardships, Traditions, and Resilience," a documentary about their neighborhood's…...
CCISD board president explains decision to cut community input meeting short
2+ week, 4+ day ago (976+ words) EDITOR'S NOTE: The video attached states district leaders left the meeting. However, parents says leaders ended the meeting early but asked them to leave. A heated debate over the proposed closure of seven Corpus Christi Independent School District (CCISD) campuses…...