Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Port Aransas city leaders announced plans to build a 10-foot bronze marine memorial at Roberts Point Park to honor fallen mariners; the statue will rest on an 8 to 10-foot granite base that greets vessels and will be completed by summer with sculptor H.W. 'Buddy' Tatum. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Beloved animal rescuer Ernie Cochran, known as the Queen of Rescue, passed away after battling stage 4 cancer—leaving a legacy of 40 years saving animals at Pee Wee’s Pet Adoption. Best friend Debbie Hammond remembered final hospital moments and said her work inspired others to continue the rescue mission. KRIS 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Midland will headline the Physicians PremiER Concert Series at Rodeo Corpus Christi on Friday, May 8. Pre-sale tickets are available online using code BUCFRIEND from Tuesday, Jan. 27 (10 a.m.) until Friday, Jan. 30 (9 a.m.), with individual sales beginning at 10 a.m. KRIS 6 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Ingleside on the Bay worry about abandoned boats in Ingleside Cove that sink, posing a hazard for fishermen. They contacted Port of Corpus Christi, Coast Guard, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and General Land Office — which said removal costs reach tens of thousands and may take time. Action 10 News
- ➤ Experts are using drones to rescue cold-stunned sea turtles in Laguna Madre today, as part of a program designed to boost conservation efforts in our community. KIII-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi City Council approved $1M on Tuesday to help fund an 80-unit affordable housing complex for seniors on the Southside near an H-E-B Plus on Saratoga. The funding will close a $2.96M gap with $1.94M in tax credits and a $1M home loan and let construction begin soon. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ City Council approved a three-year water supply deal with Nueces County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3 on Tuesday to address salty water from groundwater pumping in Corpus Christi. The deal reimburses $1.7 million and lets the city lease 5 million gallons per day from Lake Corpus Christi. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Corpus Christi City Council approved a reclaimed water agreement with Flint Hills Resources today to reuse treated wastewater from the Allison Plant for industrial use at the West Refinery. The deal includes volume commitments starting at 1 million gallons per day & a potential expansion to 2 million, pending city approval. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Corpus Christi City Council appointed three engineers on Jan. 27 to join the Aquifer Storage and Recovery Conservation District that oversees local groundwater projects. John Michael from Hanson Professional Services and Kyle Hooper of Pillar Engineering LLC now add non-city expertise — bolstering board oversight. Caller Times
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Incarnate Word Cardinals vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Women's Basketball
1-9 p.m. — Hilliard Center — Tickets available — Watch the Islanders battle it out on the court in a thrilling basketball matchup.
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Chris Duarte Live at House of Rock
6 PM — House of Rock — General Admission & Table Seating Available — Experience an electrifying night of blues-rock with celebrated guitarist Chris Duarte.
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Kate Watson Concert
9 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — $15+ — Enjoy a night of live music with the talented Kate Watson at a popular local venue.
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Incarnate Word Cardinals vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Basketball
7-10 p.m. — Dugan Wellness Center — $69.43 — Catch the local college teams battling it out on the court for basketball excitement.
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Open Mic Night
6:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — Showcase your talent at a night filled with music, comedy, and creativity.
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Jo Koy Live Comedy Show
8-10 PM — 1901 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with one of today's top stand-up comedians who shares laughter through family-inspired stories.
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Michael Burtts Band Concert
1 AM — Brewster Street Icehouse — Free entry — Enjoy a live performance by Michael Burtts Band in a lively atmosphere.
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Stephen F Austin Ladyjacks vs Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Women's Basketball
1-9 p.m. — Hilliard Center — Tickets available — Catch an exciting collegiate women's basketball matchup in Corpus Christi!
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Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special
8:30-9:45 p.m. — Omni Corpus Christi Hotel — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring romantic music in a stunning setting.
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The Groove 2.0 Dance Night
9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No Cover — Enjoy a high-energy night with The Groove 2.0 playing your favorite hits from the '70s, '80s, and '90s.
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