Alexis Scott

5 days ago | kztv10.com | Alexis Scott

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — An newly released independent assessment of Corpus Christi's Animal Care Services described the department as “in crisis,” and for longtime animal advocates, that language is both validating and long overdue. Theseveral hundred page report, conducted by third-party firm, Citygate Associates, LLC, outlines serious operational failures; ranging from poor sanitation and understaffing to a fractured organizational culture and lack of experienced leadership.

5 days ago | kristv.com | Alexis Scott

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — An newly released independent assessment of Corpus Christi's Animal Care Services described the department as “in crisis,” and for longtime animal advocates, that language is both validating and long overdue. Theseveral hundred page report, conducted by third-party firm, Citygate Associates, LLC, outlines serious operational failures; ranging from poor sanitation and understaffing to a fractured organizational culture and lack of experienced leadership.

1 week ago | kristv.com | Alexis Scott

NUECES COUNTY, Texas — A bill designed to address Nueces County’s ongoing physician shortage is drawing both support and concern from local leaders, as proposed changes from a major hospital system raise questions about fairness and funding access. House Bill 4801, filed by State Rep. Denise Villalobos, aims to create a grant program that would allow the Nueces County Hospital District to recruit and retain physicians while increasing residency opportunities.

1 week ago | kztv10.com | Alexis Scott

NUECES COUNTY, Texas — A bill designed to address Nueces County’s ongoing physician shortage is drawing both support and concern from local leaders, as proposed changes from a major hospital system raise questions about fairness and funding access. House Bill 4801, filed by State Rep. Denise Villalobos, aims to create a grant program that would allow the Nueces County Hospital District to recruit and retain physicians while increasing residency opportunities.

2 weeks ago | kristv.com | Alexis Scott

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — As food banks across the country adjust to the loss of nearly $500 million in direct food support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Coastal Bend Food Bank is shifting its operations to ensure local families don’t go hungry. Although the organization has not lost its direct federal funding, Executive Director, Bea Hanson, said the food bank is no longer receiving “bonus” food products provided through USDA programs.