Shawna Currie

Victoria

Main Evening Co-Anchor at KAVU-TV (Victoria, TX)

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Elementary student arrested for making threat at school

1 week ago | crossroadstoday.com | Shawna Currie

VICTORIA, Texas – A 10-year-old student at VISD's Schorlemmer Elementary School was arrested Thursday afternoon after allegedly making a verbal threat on campus, according to the Victoria County Sheriff’s Office. At approximately 1:43 p.m. on April 17, school staff reported the incident to school resource officers (SROs). Following a preliminary investigation, the student was taken into custody and is being charged with making a terroristic threat.
School board candidate wants to hold administrative officials accountable

1 week ago | crossroadstoday.com | Shawna Currie

VICTORIA, Texas - A candidate running for the Victoria ISD school board joined Shawna Currie on Community Crossroads to share his views.
Local political science expert offers insight on possible transfer of the UHV campus to the Texas A&M University System

1 week ago | crossroadstoday.com | Shawna Currie

VICTORIA, Texas - A local political science expert joined Shawna Currie on Community Crossroads to offer insight on possible transfer of the UHV campus to the Texas A&M University System.
Easter egg hunt to be hosted by a local church

1 week ago | crossroadstoday.com | Shawna Currie

VICTORIA, Texas - Organizers of an Easter egg hunt in the Crossroads joined Shawna Currie on Community Crossroads to talk about their upcoming event.
New Mission Valley Elementary nears completion

1 week ago | crossroadstoday.com | Shawna Currie

VICTORIA, Texas – The new Mission Valley Elementary School is nearing completion, with construction now 90% finished, according to Victoria ISD’s March administration report. The project, funded by a $25.845 million bond approved by voters in 2021, is both on schedule and within budget. The district also reported earning more interest than expected on unused bond funds, creating enough financial flexibility to add a brand-new playground to the campus.
Registered sex offender violated probation terms, faces charges.

3 weeks ago | crossroadstoday.com | Shawna Currie |Gaby Álvarez

GOLIAD COUNTY, Texas - A registered sex offender in Victoria faced charges after violating multiple terms of his probation. Curtis Huerta pleaded guilty in 2023 to indecency with a child involving sexual contact and admitted to violating his probation last month. The charges stemmed from an incident involving a 13-year-old victim in Goliad County. As part of a plea deal Huerta was sentenced to 10 years of community supervision.
Weekend events planned to commemorate anniversary of Goliad Massacre

4 weeks ago | crossroadstoday.com | Shawna Currie

GOLIAD, Texas - Today marks the 189th anniversary of the Goliad Massacre, a tragic event in Texas history that took place on March 27, 1836. On that day, Col. James Fannin and more than 400 Texan prisoners of war were executed by Mexican forces during the Texas Revolution. Mexican Gen. Antonio López de Santa Anna viewed them as traitors rather than soldiers, leading to the mass execution. The massacre became a rallying cry for Texas independence, fueling the fight for freedom.
Governor Abbott Announces $239 Million In Construction Grants For Mental Health Care In Rural Texas

1 month ago | crossroadstoday.com | Shawna Currie

“The State of Texas continues working to expand access to critical mental health resources to ensure Texans get the support they need, no matter where they live,” said Governor Abbott. “With this $239 million investment, Texas is expanding will expand inpatient mental health services so rural communities and local governments will be able to treat patients with acute psychiatric illnesses closer to home.
El Campo ISD propose bond on May ballot

1 month ago | crossroadstoday.com | Shawna Currie |Gaby Álvarez

EL CAMPO, Texas – The El Campo Independent School District has placed a $80.9 million bond proposition on the May 3 ballot. The money would fund upgrades and additions at Hutchins Elementary, the construction of new buildings at El Campo High School and updates to career and technology facilities. The high school project would also connect its 14 separate buildings to improve safety and security. Homeowners 65 and older will not see a tax increase.
House fire claims life of 63-year-old man

1 month ago | crossroadstoday.com | Shawna Currie |Gaby Álvarez

BAY CITY, Texas - Authorities are investigating a house fire that killed a 63-year-old man on Sunday. The fire broke out at 1216 Austin St., where firefighters arrived to find heavy flames and smoke pouring from the structure, according to Bay City Fire Marshal Daniel Shook. Neighbors who reported the fire told authorities the man who lived in the home was still inside. Firefighters searched the residence and found him, but he had already died. The fire caused an estimated $50,000 in damage.