CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx — Good Friday morning from Anchors Bryan and Michelle Hofmann on KRIS 6 Sunrise. The weekend is almost here, and if you’re still figuring out your plans, don’t forget to check out our Coastal Bend Weekend segment! We round up the best things to do across the area every Friday to help you make the most of your time off.
From updates on national security to local school board developments, here’s what we’re following today:
President Trump gives diplomacy two weeks before possible strike on Iran
- White House says Trump is weighing U.S. military involvement
- Missile exchanges between Iran and Israel began June 12
- U.S. and Iran continue diplomatic correspondence
The White House says President Donald Trump will hold off on any potential U.S. strike on Iran for at least two more weeks to allow diplomacy a chance to work.
The White House Press Secretary said Trump’s goal remains to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
This follows an Israeli airstrike last week that targeted Iran’s nuclear infrastructure and top leaders. Correspondence between the U.S. and Iran is ongoing.
Trump regains control over California National Guard for protest response
- Appeals court rules in favor of federal control
- Troops deployed in response to immigration protests in L.A.
- Decision overrides earlier order from California judge
A federal appeals court has temporarily ruled that President Trump can maintain federal control of the California National Guard amid ongoing protests in Los Angeles.
The court pointed to recent violence directed at law enforcement as justification for the ruling, which blocks a lower court’s order to return control to Governor Gavin Newsom.
Treadmill sparks fire at Southside gym, no injuries reported
- Fire broke out around 8:30 p.m. Thursday on Saratoga Blvd
- Nearby businesses briefly shut down as a precaution
- Firefighters had flames out in 10 minutes
A fire at a yet-to-be-opened gym on Corpus Christi’s Southside Thursday night caused nearby businesses to close temporarily.
Officials say the fire started with a treadmill malfunction around 8:30 p.m. at a facility near Rodd Field Road.
Crews had the fire under control quickly and, thankfully, no one was hurt.
Body found near Rockport Harbor, believed to be local fisherman
- Police recovered body Thursday afternoon
- Victim believed to be an elderly man fishing from a pier
- Name not released pending positive identification
Rockport Police are working to confirm the identity of a man found deceased near Rockport Harbor.
Early information suggests the man had been fishing before the incident.
Chief Nathan Anderson tells KRIS 6 News the victim is believed to be an elderly man, though a name has not yet been released.
Alice ISD fills vacant school board seat following resignation
- Cody Reeves appointed to fill seat formerly held by Albert Molina
- Molina resigned amid reports of inappropriate communications
- Reeves says he wants to continue district growth
The Alice ISD School Board has named Cody Reeves as its newest member.
He fills the vacancy left by Albert Molina, who resigned earlier this month following allegations of inappropriate communications with a district employee.
Reeves says he’s committed to helping Alice ISD grow and move forward.
Hillcrest rezoning decision postponed by Port of Corpus Christi
- Two Northside rezoning applications delayed
- Affects Hillcrest and Washington-Coles neighborhoods
- Aquatic center and parks will not be impacted
The Port of Corpus Christi has requested to delay two rezoning applications that would affect Northside neighborhoods, including Hillcrest and Washington-Coles.
The delay gives more time for review and community engagement before City Council meets on the matter on July 15.
Officials confirmed that the T.C. Ayers Aquatic Center and nearby park spaces will not be impacted by the proposed zoning changes.
Thanks for starting your Friday with KRIS 6 News Sunrise. Michelle and I will be back with you throughout the morning with updates and of course, a fresh edition of Coastal Bend Weekend to help you plan a fun few days. Have a relaxing weekend and we’ll see you again bright and early Monday! As always, stay safe, stay curious, and stay kind!
—Bryan & Michelle Hofmann
