Good morning, Corpus Christi.

CASA of the Coastal Bend is holding its 20th Superhero 5K at Heritage Park on May 17 starting at 8 a.m.—nearly 400 people have signed up to run, walk, or dress as superheroes to raise funds for foster children.

The event includes a costume contest with prizes and vendors offering freebies and will be hosted by KRIS 6 Sunrise Anchors Michelle and Bryan Hofmann.

Today, West Side Helping Hand received a $356,000 donation from the Charity League to support its programs for low-income youth; Executive Director Cynthia Davila said the funding will help expand the building to serve more children in Corpus Christi.

Recent photos show how the Harbor Bridge Project transformed Hillcrest over the years — images from May 9 and earlier dates capture demolition of homes, new bridge construction, and a voluntary relocation program that reshaped the neighborhood.

These visuals provide a clear record of changes from past community efforts to today’s renewed landscape.

On April 17, photos documented North Beach upgrades including the new Harbor Bridge and a drainage project that moves dirt to reduce flooding — a vacant lot is set for the future Eco Park and a community board meeting detailed the plans.

Brush pickup in Petronila Estates begins today to clear storm debris and will pause for the weekend before resuming Monday plus Corpus Christi libraries and senior centers now serve as cooling centers with free CC-RTA rides.

City officials approved Huntwick Avenue upgrades starting in June through November, passed an ordinance at Choke Canyon Reservoir to protect the dam, set the Bill Witt Aquatic Center to open May 23rd with a 10-lane lap pool, and plan a second Chipotle location later this year with up to 30 jobs.

Corpus Christi Independent School District confirmed that two elementary schools face aging infrastructure issues such as leaking roofs, failing plumbing and deteriorating portables—district officials said the campuses will remain safe for students through the 2025 to 2026 school year. Officials estimated that immediate repairs will cost $11 million and that planning for longer-term solutions is underway.

The IWA club was honored by Abbott & Cruz for launching its first program that teaches middle and high school students about stopping human trafficking.

Officials said the award highlights the club’s effort to raise awareness on this critical issue.

Corpus Christi IceRays named hockey veterans Steve Donner as CEO and George Manias as COO on Wednesday.

Donner said he will bring fresh energy to the team and invest in the local community—former team President Cassidy Lange will serve as a consultant during the transition.

INDIO Concert Event

9 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 — INDIO returns with special guests Navarro and The Creatures & Alex and The Space Cadets.

CC Songwriters Showcase

7 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 — Celebrate local talent with a showcase of original music from Corpus Christi songwriters.

Open Mic Night

6:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant night of music, comedy, and creativity at an exciting open mic event hosted by Mattman.

Six String Showdown Qualifying Round

7 p.m. — House of Rock — $0 to $11.15 — Witness aspiring guitarists battle it out with their two-minute performances in a quest for the semi-finals.

Slade Coulter Live Performance

9 PM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — GA ADV: $15 + service fees, GA Day of Show: $20 + service fees — Experience a night of lively music at Brewster Street Icehouse.

ZombieKing Album Release

7 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 — Celebrate the launch of ZombieKing's new album with special guest performances.

Trisum Live Concert

8 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free Admission — Enjoy an electrifying performance by Mike Guerra & Trisum.

Open Mic Night

6:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — Experience a lively night of music and comedy at an unforgettable open mic event.

Six String Showdown: The Semi-Finals

7 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 — Witness aspiring musicians showcase their talent for a chance to reach the finals.

House of Rock Unplugged

7 p.m. — House of Rock — $11 — Enjoy acoustic performances from local punk and rock bands as they reimagine their electric hits.