CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx — Good morning from Bryan and Michelle Hofmann with KRIS 6 News Sunrise.
Our thoughts remain with the families impacted by the devastating flooding in Central Texas. As recovery efforts continue, we’re also tracking major headlines from Washington to right here at home, including changes to public comment procedures at city council meetings and updates on the Harbor Bridge.
Central Texas flooding death toll surpasses 100
- At least 170 people still missing
- More than a dozen children among the confirmed dead
- Governor Abbott toured Kerrville and called for improvements to alert systems
- Deadliest freshwater flooding event in the U.S. since 1976
Texas Governor Greg Abbott says at least 100 lives have been lost in last week’s catastrophic flooding across Central Texas, with 170 people still missing. Many of the victims include young children, several believed to have been from Camp Mystic near Kerrville, one of the hardest-hit areas. Governor Abbott took a helicopter tour of the devastation Tuesday and announced that lawmakers will soon address statewide emergency alert protocols during a special session. This marks the deadliest freshwater flooding disaster in the United States since July 1976.
Hegseth to meet with Netanyahu on Gaza and Iran
- Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth meeting with Israeli Prime Minister today
- Comes after Netanyahu’s talks with President Trump and VP Vance
- Focus will be on ceasefire negotiations and Iranian conflict
- Hegseth previously canceled trip to Israel in May
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today as part of ongoing efforts to address the war in Gaza and recent attacks on Iran. The meeting follows Netanyahu’s discussions with President Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance, and Congressional leaders. President Trump has expressed interest in a Gaza ceasefire this week and the release of hostages.
Supreme Court allows Trump’s federal workforce overhaul
- SCOTUS pauses lower court ruling blocking layoffs
- Executive order aims to slash size of federal agencies
- Justices issued brief, unsigned order
- Case remains under further review
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily cleared the way for President Trump’s plan to overhaul federal agencies. The court issued a brief unsigned order, pausing a lower court ruling that had blocked the administration’s efforts to implement mass layoffs and reorganization plans tied to a February executive order. This decision does not finalize the case but allows some elements to move forward while appeals continue.
New rules for Corpus Christi city council comment
- Residents must now sign up at least 1 hour before meeting
- Sign-up available online or via kiosk at city hall
- Rule change takes effect July 15
- Approved by city council on June 10
The City of Corpus Christi is changing how public comments work during city council meetings. Starting July 15, residents must sign up at least one hour before a meeting begins either online or at the City Hall kiosk outside council chambers. The new policy was approved on June 10 and aims to streamline public input sessions.
CCPD officer arrested for indecent assault
- Officer Steven Moran turned himself in to Comal County officials
- Charge stems from incident outside his duties
- Moran is currently on administrative leave
- CCPD released brief statement confirming arrest
A Corpus Christi police officer has been arrested for indecent assault in Comal County. Officer Steven Moran turned himself in Monday. The alleged incident occurred outside of his official duties, and he has been placed on administrative leave, according to a statement from the police department. Further details have not been released at this time.
Northbound lanes of Harbor Bridge now open
- New lanes opened Tuesday night after brief weather delay
- Final paving needed to dry before traffic shift
- Drivers heading to Portland now on the new bridge
Northbound lanes of the new Harbor Bridge officially opened Tuesday night, just before 8 p.m. Rain earlier in the day delayed the switch, as final paving needed to dry before crews could safely shift traffic. Drivers heading toward Portland from I-37 are now using the new U.S. 181 northbound span.
Thanks for joining us this morning on KRIS 6 News Sunrise. We’ll continue to keep you updated on both the statewide flood recovery efforts and everything happening here at home. Stay safe, stay curious and stay kind.
We’ll see you again tomorrow morning.
-Bryan & Michelle Hofmann
