Chelsea Torres
KRIS 6 News
Corpus Christi, TX, United States
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Neighbors help local man who loses home in Christmas fire
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Christmas morning is supposed to be a day that many are spending happy with family. For Valentin Martinez, it was more of a nightmare. He woke up Christmas morning to flames spewing out of his home. "The next thing I know, I see a big ole torch over in the back area," Martinez said. "So I immediately went over there and tried to stop it but the flames were already too… → Read More
Moderna vaccine makes it way to Nueces County
After a long awaited arrival, FedEx brought in the COVID-19 vaccine by Moderna just before noon. → Read More
Three Nueces County offices closed due to COVID-19 outbreak
As of Monday, all three offices closed their doors, leaving many residents in a bind right before the holidays. → Read More
Friday night shooting left 17-year-old dead
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — A Friday night shooting on the city's southside, left one dead. Corpus Christi Police confirmed a 17-year-old male passed away at about 10:30 p.m. Friday night. The man was shot outside of his home on Grizzley Dr. along with another man taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. CCPD said they have not found a motive to the shooting or any suspects yet. They… → Read More
Coastal Bend's oldest WWII Veteran laid to rest
A true hero to our country, Silvas was the oldest WWII veteran in Corpus Christi. → Read More
Corpus Christi Hooks have had to reinvent their business due to the COVID-19 pandemic
"We went from 100% of our sales to as close to zero as you can get," said director of marketing, JD Davis. → Read More
Police looking for person of interest after S. Port shooting Saturday night
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Update: 8:00 p.m. After reviewing video, Sunday night Corpus Christi police asked the public to help identify who they believe is a person of interest in this investigation. > Corpus Christi Police Homicide Detectives are seeking assistance from the public to identify a person of interest. ... Anyone who knows the identity of this man is asked to call (361) 886-2600.… → Read More
Get ready for another Turkey Giveaway!
CORPUS CHRISTI,TX — Attorney Thomas J. Henry plans to host another Thanksgiving turkey giveaway throughout South Texas. Due to COVID-19 concerns, the giveaway will be a drive-thru giveaway. The turkey giveaway will take place at the Richard M. Borchard Fairgrounds. There will also be events in Alice, Freer and San Diego. All events will take place on Saturday, November 21. → Read More
Local boxing announcer dies from cancer
The local boxing community is remembering a man who influenced the Corpus Christi boxing community. → Read More
BREAKING: Joe Biden is announced the next President of the United States
Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden smiling during the second and final presidential debate Thursday, Oct. 22, 2020, at Belmont University in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) → Read More
Alice 12-year-old creates business during pandemic
Brody began his business, WizardingWorldProps on Etsy in August. → Read More
Pet of the Week: Stoney
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi Animal Care Services is hoping you will consider adoption during the COVID-19 pandemic. A suitable candidate might even be our Pet of the Week, and this Pet of the Week is a companion unlike any other. His name is Stoney, and he's a cat! CCACS said he is about 2 years old, and is one of the most chill, relaxed felines you'll ever meet. Stoney is neutered… → Read More
Fishing Report, Saturday October 24
If you're looking to get out and enjoy the cooler weather on the water, fishing guide Captain Jesse Torres, tells you what you need to know this weekend. → Read More
Pet of the Week: Bonnet
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi Animal Care Services is hoping you will consider adoption during the COVID-19 pandemic! A suitable candidate might even be our Pet of the Week! This little cutie is named Bonnet! She's a 5-month-old, and is a Labrador mix. Bonnett is shy, but will have spurts of energy once she gets comfortable. She is tiny but they do anticipate she will get bigger. Indie… → Read More
Fishing Report for Saturday, October 10
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — You would think with the nice weather this weekend, that calls for good fishing; but fishing guide Joey Farah said not to be fooled. Farah spoke with Chelsea Torres for the Saturday, October 10 fishing report. As you start your day, Farah said to "look for receding tide and that really pulls the game fish out of the back bays out on their migration to the surf." He said… → Read More
Zero-rated Corpus Christi road will be getting fixed on Monday
The score probably won't surprise you if traveling on Glendale Drive is a regular occurrence. → Read More
Pet of the Week: Warren
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi Animal Care Services is hoping you will consider adoption during the COVID-19 pandemic! A suitable candidate might even be our Pet of the Week! His name is Warren: He's about 2 years old, and he is an American Pit Bull mix. Warren has a large heart and just wants to be played with. He has a lot of energy and is looking for a warm home that will keep up with… → Read More
Cole Park Pier set to be finished Summer 2021
For many residents, Cole Park Pier has been a community staple, and many are ready for it to reopen. → Read More
Flour Bluff throughway is being fixed, but what about North Beach?
While Laguna Shores Road in Flour Bluff will be getting much-needed fixes soon, North Beach residents are wondering when it'll be their turn. → Read More
Pet of the Week: Zeke
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Corpus Christi Animal Care Services is hoping you will consider adoption during the COVID-19 pandemic! A suitable candidate might even be our Pet of the Week! Her name is Zeke! He's about 1 to 2 years old and is one of the nicest, loving boys you will ever meet. Zeke is believed to be a German Shepherd mix, who loves to play and partake in belly rubs. Luckily for any family… → Read More