CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx — GOOD MORNING, COASTAL BEND!
It’s a new day and we’re ready to bring you the latest from Washington to right here in your neighborhood. From major political milestones to public safety and community service — here are the stories we’re keeping an eye on today.
100 DAYS OF PRESIDENT TRUMP
- Today marks President Donald Trump’s 100th day in office.
- He’s holding a rally in Macomb County, Michigan to highlight his administration’s progress.
- A new Washington Post poll shows Trump’s approval rating at 39%, the lowest for any new president in 80 years.
President Donald Trump is marking his 100th day in office with a rally in Michigan — specifically, Macomb County, a region that played a key role in his 2016 victory. He’s expected to highlight the accomplishments of his administration so far and lay out the agenda ahead. However, a new Washington Post poll shows his approval rating at 39% — historically low for a president at this stage.
FOSTER DRIVE STANDOFF ARRESTS
- Police arrested two men after a tense standoff in the Bay Area.
- It happened Monday morning on Foster Drive, near Santa Fe and Hewitt.
- Police say the suspects broke into a home and pointed a gun at people inside.
- SWAT was called, and multiple people were safely brought out.
Corpus Christi Police responded to a high-stress situation Monday morning involving an armed home invasion on Foster Drive. Authorities say a man entered the home and threatened the people inside with a weapon. Officers called in SWAT, and three people were safely escorted out. Inside, they found another man who was taken to the hospital. Arrested were 20-year-old Dantril Anthony-Maurice Tapp-Hawkins and 31-year-old Rakim Ahmaad Sharkey, both charged with burglary with intent to commit unlawful restraint.
WASTEWATER MAINTENANCE BUILDING VOTE
- City Council will vote today on an $8.4 million wastewater maintenance facility.
- If approved, it will be built near the Greenwood Wastewater Treatment Plant.
- Construction could start as soon as next month.
Corpus Christi City Council is reviewing a proposed $8.4 million contract to build a new wastewater maintenance building. The structure would sit next to the Greenwood Wastewater Treatment Plant at Greenwood and Saratoga. If the project is approved today, construction could start in May and finish by June of next year.
FLOUR BLUFF WATER TANK DEMOLITION
- Council will also vote on tearing down an old elevated water tank in Flour Bluff.
- The tank was built in the 1970s and has already been replaced.
- Demolition would cost just over $216,000.
FULL STORY:Another item on the city council’s plate today: approving demolition of the one-million-gallon elevated water tank in Flour Bluff. The structure, built back in the 1970s, has been replaced by a larger tank with triple the capacity. The estimated cost to bring down the old tank is around $216,000.
CHEMICAL RELEASE TRAINING TODAY
- The fire department is holding a simulated HAZMAT drill this morning.
- It runs from 8 to 11 A.M. at the O.N. Stevens Water Treatment Plant.
- Neighbors may see increased emergency vehicles, but traffic won’t be affected.
This morning, Corpus Christi Fire Department is conducting a simulated chemical release drill at the O.N. Stevens Water Treatment Plant. The exercise will run until 11 A.M., and neighbors near the Northwest Side might notice more emergency vehicles than usual. Officials stress that this is only a drill and there’s no expected impact to traffic.
ROBSTOWN VFD RECRUITMENT DAY
- Robstown Volunteer Fire Department is looking for new recruits.
- Recruitment Day is this Saturday from 9 A.M. to noon.
- Volunteers must be 18+, have a valid license, and pass a background check.
- Training is held weekly, with one monthly meeting.
If you’ve ever thought about serving your community, the Robstown Volunteer Fire Department wants to hear from you. They’re hosting a recruitment event this Saturday from 9 A.M. to noon. Firefighters will be on hand to talk about the requirements and answer questions. To qualify, you must be 18 or older, have a valid driver’s license, and pass a background check. Training is held every Thursday, and members attend one meeting per month.
That’s a wrap on your top headlines today — and as always, we’re bringing you the latest on-air and online at kristv.com.
Stay safe and stay curious, friends!
