Leslie Adami

3 weeks ago | kiiitv.com | Leslie Adami

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Corpus Christi Police Department (CCPD) remembers a Sinton native who dedicated his life to service in the department. Last Sunday marked the first anniversary of Senior Officer Vicente Ortiz Jr.  Family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Ortiz remember him as a loving husband, dedicated son, and father. He was a 15-year veteran of CCPD and was twice awarded for his heroism, one of which was saving his father's life.

1 month ago | kiiitv.com | Leslie Adami

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A familiar and reliable source for us here at 3NEWS, Estevan Guerra, has announced that he will be stepping down as President and CEO of the Sinton Chamber of Commerce — a decision he says was not easy to make. For Guerra, a proud Sinton native, it’s been an honor to help his hometown navigate exciting changes, and to be part of major efforts like connecting people with resources after the devastating Sinton Welder Fire. But don’t worry, he’s not going far.

1 month ago | kiiitv.com | Leslie Adami

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Area student athletes from across the Coastal Bend region, along with their proud parents, gathered at the Bay Jewel in downtown Corpus Christi on Tuesday night in honor of the 11th annual 1440 KEYS/MIC Sports Network Awards banquet. The event recognizes the top 30 student athletes in the Coastal Bend region - 15 boys and 15 girls - for their efforts and leadership in their respective sport, and also for what they do beyond it. "They are the teammate.

1 month ago | kiiitv.com | Leslie Adami

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — It's that time of year where it's all about honoring our students through various graduation and scholarship ceremonies. One of those exciting events took place downtown Thursday night, in which local veterans were honored as well. The American G.I. Forum of South Texas, Dr. Hector P. Garcia chapter hosted their annual Veterans & Community Advocates Scholarship ceremony at the Omni.

1 month ago | kiiitv.com | Leslie Adami

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Wednesday marked one year since the tragic accident involving Senior Officer Vicente Ortiz, Jr.  It was on May 21, 2024, Ortiz was assisting with traffic control for a funeral procession along Kostoryz Road, when he was struck by a driver and thrown from his police motorcycle. On June 1, Ortiz died from his injuries. The 15-year veteran of the Corpus Christi Police Department was a father, son, husband and friend to many.