Bill Churchwell

1 week ago | kiiitv.com | Bill Churchwell

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — As the city of Portland continues to grow at a rapid pace so does the need for expanded emergency services. Right now, the city has one fire station but plans are in motion to change that. As more people move to Portland the calls for service are increasing. Much of that growth is taking place on the city's westside where hundreds of new homes are continuing to pop up.

1 week ago | kiiitv.com | Bill Churchwell

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A massive pile of tires of all sizes has become more than just an eyesore for one area of rural San Patricio County. 3NEWS first spotted the dump of tires and called authorities. The site is located at FM 1074 and County Road 63 off to the side of the road. It's where dozens of tires can be found along with a couch, a mattress and other trash scattered about. It's something that not only impacts the community, but can also be a fire concern.

1 week ago | kiiitv.com | Bill Churchwell

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The city of Corpus Christi is taking action following the release of an in-depth assessment of its Animal Care Services department. City manager Peter Zanoni requested the assessment last year. Its release comes on the heels of ACS director Kathleen Chapa asking for a reassignment from her position in March. Zanoni said the report is already leading to a major transformation for the department.

2 weeks ago | kiiitv.com | Bill Churchwell

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — City Manager Peter Zanoni is sounding the alarm over a projected $7-million shortfall in Corpus Christi's general fund budget for Fiscal Year 2026, a gap that could mean tough decisions ahead for city leaders. City council members received a snapshot during this week's city council meeting on the financial forecast. Still, Zanoni said he's confident city leaders can close the gap and deliver a balanced budget.

2 weeks ago | kiiitv.com | Bill Churchwell

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — 3NEWS has learned that children in Nueces county who need forensic interviews or support services related to abuse are now being referred outside the region. This comes following a major shift in the Nueces County District Attorney's approach to child-protection infrastructure.