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‘Love, Your Birth Mom’ reflects on adoption through a personal connection and a unique journey
Directed and produced by University alumni, the documentary sheds light on the decisions that birth mothers face in the adoption process Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Every year, hundreds of thousands of children are adopted worldwide, their ages ranging from infants to adolescents in their late teenage years.
Flood Watch Sunday and Monday Original
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A Weather Impact Alert will go into effect at midnight on Sunday as rounds of heavy downpours are likely to begin. Periods of heavy rainfall will continue off and on through Noon on Monday. Street flooding may impact your drive to church on Sunday morning. Below is an example of what the radar may look like. Red on the futurecast map indicates heavy rainfall where visibility will be poor, creating hazardous road conditions.
Archives to come alive onstage in ‘Are You Now or Have You Ever Been?’
From the 1930s-1960s, the United States House of Representatives created the House Un-American Activities Committee in an attempt to expose communists living in the United States. During the nine-year period from 1947-1956, the Committee focused their attention on Hollywood, attempting to uncover famous stars as members of the Communist Party.
The Radio Music Society at U.Va. bridges contemporary pop music with classical instruments
Created for students passionate about violin, viola and cello, RMS allows students to connect the modern and the classical Estimated reading time: 3 minutes When somebody typically listens to pop music, they may expect to be met with the strong sound of drums, piano, electric guitars and basses, and — oftentimes in modern music — a techno-synthesizing beat.
Isaias risks shift to the East Coast, minor coastal flooding set to continue in the Coastal Bend
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Texas will remain dry and mostly sunny through the weekend, but the beach will be hazardous due to Isaias. Waves will be 2-4 feet on Sunday with a 6-7 sec period. Onshore wind will make conditions choppier. The rip current risk remains high. On top of that, the new moon is also pushing more water ashore with higher-than-normal tides. Coastal flooding will continue through the weekend and likely into next week. This story continues below.
Post-Tropical Isaias continues northward
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Friday morning, Isaias became the first major hurricane this season, reaching Category 3 strength. Isaias later weakened as it got closer to land, making landfall Friday night in Destin, Florida as a Category 2 hurricane. As it made landfall, portions of the Florida Panhandle experienced extremely dangerous storm surge, sustained winds over 100 mph, and lots of flooding. This story continues below.
Coastal Flooding and larger waves from Hurricane Isaias reach the Texas Coast
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Isaias makes landfall in Destin, Florida, at 8:30 PM on Friday as a Category 2 Hurricane with sustained winds of 105 mph. Isaias reached Category 3 strength just offshore, but continues to weaken as it moves inland. Texas will remain dry and sunny through the weekend, but the beach will be hazardous due to Isaias. Waves will be 3-4 feet with up to a 10-second period on Saturday. A few waves may be larger, and those will rush up to the dunes even at low tide.
October is off to a soggy start in the Coastal Bend
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — An upper-level low over New Mexico brought moisture from Hurricane Polo in the Pacific to South Texas on Oct. 1-2, 2026. The first round of heavy rainfall produced a line of thunderstorms that developed between Hebbronville and Pettus and tracked east-northeast across the Coastal Bend Thursday evening. Rainfall rates were 3-5 inches per hour as the line moved through Jim Wells and Western Nueces County, and winds were 30-40 mph. This story continues below.
Weather pattern flips for October with more rain for South Texas
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Rain chances are trending up for the second half of the week across South Texas. The Weather Impact Team is tracking an upper-level low that will merge with leftover energy and moisture from Polo. The low will change the weather pattern across the region and put us in an unsettled weather pattern that may linger into early next week. This story continues below.
On Repeat: Songs to transport listeners back to the classroom
To mark the beginning of classes, here are four songs where artists address their own experiences with school Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Since the beginning of musical composition, artists have based their songs on a wide variety of themes ranging from romance to devastation and capturing emotions inimitable to the human spirit. Oftentimes, singers and songwriters tune into their feelings while they write, finding artistic inspiration from their personal relationships.
Ball State University Athletics
Fourth-Quarter Barrage Powers FH Past Lehigh in 5-4 Thriller September 05, 2026 | Field Hockey IOWA CITY, Iowa — An explosive fourth-quarter offensive surge lifted the Ball State field hockey team to a thrilling 5-4 victory over Lehigh University in a high-scoring, neutral-site battle at Grant Field on Saturday.
Lehigh Narrowly Defeated by Ball State 5-4 in Iowa City
Lehigh Narrowly Defeated by Ball State 5-4 in Iowa City 9/5/2026 1:02:00 PM | Field Hockey IOWA CITY, Iowa – Lehigh field hockey played its second game on the campus of the University of Iowa this weekend on Saturday morning against the Ball State Cardinals. The Mountain Hawks and Cardinals combined for nine goals in an entertaining 5-4 win for Ball State.
Professor Kiki Petrosino explores heritage, belonging and family in ‘Perfect Italian’
While University professors may seem fond of assigning lengthy writing assignments to their students, they themselves are often prolific published writers. In subjects ranging from politics to biology, professors often turn their expertise and knowledge into a piece of published writing and occasionally assign their own works in their courses for a unique, intimate academic experience. One of the newest such titles is “Perfect Italian,” a poetry collection by Poetry Prof. Kiki Petrosino.
Disney's live-action ‘Moana’ fails to go far with audiences
The live-action remake lacks originality and purpose, not contributing anything truly distinct from the 2016 animated film Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Disney’s “Moana” captured the hearts of adults and children alike in 2016, taking viewers on the Polynesian princess’ journey beyond her family’s island to find the demigod Maui and restore the heart of Te Fiti, a mystical deity who endows the land with its natural beauty and prosperity.
Weather Impact Alert: Bertha moves out and weakens
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Bertha weakened to a tropical depression over Houston on Thursday evening, and at 10 PM the National Hurricane Center issued the last advisory on the remnants of Bertha. Scattered storms from the remnant energy are stretched out along the Texas Coast, with very isolated thunderstorms from Houston to Mission, Texas. This story continues below. More in Weather impact When we go up 10,000 feet in the atmosphere, we find the 700 mb layer.
Flooding and road closures in the Coastal Bend
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Periods of heavy rainfall targeting the areas between Corpus Christi and Houston will continue through Sunday morning. Flooding remains a concern. Remember to turn around and don't drown. In San Patricio County, FM 1944 is closed due to flooding between HWY 77 and FM 1074. This is according to drivetexas.org, a great resource to check before you head out the door. It's also showing flooding between Woodsboro and Bayside in the Bonnie View area of Refugio County.
Weather Impact Alert: Flood watch through Tuesday evening
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A flood watch was issued by the National Weather Service for Sunday evening through Tuesday evening. There will be off and on periods of heavy rainfall through Tuesday night. These storms are being fueled by tropical moisture which means rainfall rates can exceed 2 inches of rain per hour. This story continues below. More in Weather impact Waves of energy will come around the tropical low that moved into Mexico Sunday morning. A cold front will slide south on Monday.
Hoo’s Watching: Beach flicks for bathing in summer spirit
Summer is finally in full swing, and its bright months bring about ample time for a wide variety of activities. One staple often exclusive to the season is going to the beach — spending time walking through sand, laying in the sun and swimming around the ocean. In cinema, the beach is often a romanticized, picturesque setting where characters contemplate, confess feelings or even sing and dance.
Weather Impact Alert: Tropical downpours Monday - Wednesday may lead to flooding
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — This combination of the tropical low and the cold front stalling in South Texas before it lifts back to the north is what is increasing our rain chances early next week. Tropical moisture can quickly lead to flooding. The more moisture a storm has, the higher the rainfall rates will be. Rainfall rates of 1-2 inches per hour can quickly lead to flash flooding and issues on streets and at low water crossings.
Download the 2026 3NEWS Hurricane Guide now
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — This year's 3NEWS Hurricane Guide is filled with tips and information that could be vital to making sure you and your loved ones are prepared for hurricane season. Hurricane season is from June 1-Nov. 30, and the 3NEWS weather team wants you to know the essentials of how to prepare for the dangers of tropical weather. Preparation is the best protection and we encourage you to know the threat levels and have a plan ready.
Nueces River Authority eyes brush clearing to boost water flow, but experts urge caution
The Nueces River is one of South Texas' most critical water sources, but a growing debate is taking shape along its banks over whether the trees and brush lining the river may actually be consuming too much of the supply. The Nueces River Authority is exploring plans to clear certain brush and trees along the riverbanks to improve water flow and spring activity downstream. But not everyone agrees that cutting back the greenery is the right move.
Hereditary Spherocytosis: A Case Series Spanning Prenatal Detection to Neonatal Care
Carly M. Smith and Alexandra M. Dinu are co-first authors. Carly M., Alexandra M.Dinu, Susan R.Hintz, et al. 2026. “Hereditary Spherocytosis: A Case Series Spanning Prenatal Detection to Neonatal Care,” Prenatal Diagnosis: 1–8. Smith, https://doi.org/10.1002/pd.70185. Conflicts of Interest The authors declare no conflicts of interest. Data Availability Statement The data that support the findings of this study are available on request from the corresponding author.
Flood Watch issued for the Texas coast through Memorial Day Weekend Original
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Your beach plans will be soggy over the holiday weekend as heavy rainfall remains in the forecast for the Texas Coastline well into the Memorial Day Weekend. Now every day is not a washout, but we are tracking multiple rounds of heavy rainfall that will continue off and on through next Tuesday. A flood watch was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday and will continue through Monday evening. This story continues below.
Weather Impact Alert: Daily storm chances through Memorial Day Weekend Original
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A line of strong to severe thunderstorms is set to move through the Coastal Bend Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. We have a weather impact alert for the risk of strong wind gusts, lightning, and heavy rainfall. Secure outdoor items, and have a way to receive weather alerts through the night, especially if you are camping. Right now, those storms are isolated across Central Texas, but are starting to become more linear.
Graduating Miller Arts Scholars blend talents in interdisciplinary final project
The J. Sanford Miller Arts Scholars Program fosters a community of growth, collaboration, learning and mentorship for undergraduate students heavily involved in the arts at the University. With applications open for first and second years, students are admitted to study one of five disciplines — Studio Art, Drama, Music, Dance or Creative Writing — with increased access to grants in their fields as well.
A line of thunderstorms brings strong wind to the Coastal Bend
A line of thunderstorms moved through the Coastal Bend between 11 PM Sunday night and 5 AM Monday morning. According to the AEP power outage map, more than 1000 customers are without power in Bee County, with the expected restoration around 5 AM. Check current power outages here. A wind gust of 60 mph was reported in Pawnee by the National Weather Service. This is equivalent to a strong tropical storm. A Severe Thunderstorm watch was issued by the National Weather Service until 5 AM Monday morning.
Check the radar before you head out the door Friday morning.
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Rain chances trend up for the Coastal Bend starting Friday morning. Slick roads are possible during the commute. Track the storms on radar before you head out the door. A stream of moisture moves into Central Texas from the Pacific. High pressure is set up over Mexico, and an upper-level cut-off low is over San Diego. Increased wind in between these features is helping transport that Pacific moisture.
Check out the rainfall totals so far and your commute forecast for Monday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A cold front moved through the Coastal Bend late on Saturday and rain showers have been off and on ever since. Rainfall totals were over an inch in several cities, especially across the Brush Country. Areas in the watershed topped out over 2 inches of rainfall. The heavier rain did fall south of the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone, but so far there's been little to no rise in river gauges in the area.
Weather Impacts to expect this weekend at SandFest and Wings Over South Texas
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A cold front is set to move through South Texas this weekend knocking temperatures down 10-20 degrees between Saturday's high and Sunday afternoon. SATURDAY: conditions will start off nice with a lighter breeze sustained out of the southeast mostly 5-15 mph with some gusts 20-25 along the coast. Overall much lighter than we have been all week.
First Year Players was on ‘Top of the World’ in performances of ‘Tuck Everlasting’
Thursday through Sunday, First Year Players performed the 2015 musical “Tuck Everlasting” in the Student Activities Building for their final show of the academic year. The five performances took audiences on an emotional rollercoaster touching on themes of mortality, grief and childhood innocence.
2026 hurricane season forecast from Colorado State University Original
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A slightly below-average hurricane season is being forecasted for the Atlantic Basin. Dr. Philip Klotzbach with Colorado State University released the first hurricane season forecast on Thursday morning. The Climate Prediction Center has officially declared La Niña over, with neutral conditions present, meaning sea surface temperatures along the equator in the Pacific are a mix of cooler and warmer than normal.
With curtailment looming, we go to the source of our water
The Nueces and Frio rivers serve as the lifeline of the Coastal Bend, feeding the reservoirs that supply water to hundreds of thousands of people. As drought conditions persist, a 3NEWS team traveled upstream to better understand where that water begins — and how it reaches South Texas. Chief Meteorologist Carly Smith, reporter Michael Gibson and chief photographer Preston West traced the region’s watershed from the headwaters of both rivers.
A&E Book Club: Three middle-child narratives for the middle-of-spring month
Nearing the end of the spring semester, students are finally able to feel the warmer weather after months of snowball fights, puffer coats and icy roads. With the spring equinox March 20 and summer officially starting in June, March, April and May are a triad of spring and, by default, April is the “middle child” of the three. The common saying of “April showers bring May flowers” cements April’s status as a neglected month, especially relative to its spring siblings.
A cold front brings a chance of rain to South Texas
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Easter Weekend comes with many outdoor traditions. Whether it's an Easter egg hunt, a sunrise service, or camping at Labonte Park, you will want to keep an eye on the forecast this weekend. Make sure you have a way to receive weather alerts and adjust plans if needed. A Weather Impact Alert highlights a cold front moving through the Coastal Bend between Saturday and Sunday. There is a chance of thunderstorms along the front, with scattered showers possible behind the front.
Spectrum Theatre’s ‘The Lightning Thief’ reminds audiences of beloved childhood series
Since the release of its first installment in 2005, Rick Riordan’s “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” book series has captivated millions of people across the world, introducing readers to Greek mythological monsters and fictional demigods. In 2023, an adaption came to Disney+, bringing more attention to the well-known demigod protagonist Percy Jackson.
Colder temps after a record hot start to March
Temperatures fell nearly 50 degrees between Sunday afternoon and Monday morning. A strong cold front moves through the Coastal Bend. High pressure quickly built in behind this cold front, increasing the pressure gradient. The faster the pressure changes, the higher the wind will be. A peak non-thunderstorm wind gust of 63 mph was recorded in Corpus Christi, according to the National Weather Service. The sustained wind was recorded at 44 mph.
Weather Impact Alert: Strong wind gusts with a cold front
Secure yard decorations and furniture by dinner time on Sunday night. Strong winds are expected to develop behind the next cold front in South Texas. Gusts between 40-50 mph are expected, and stronger gusts are possible. Winds this strong can lead to power outages. High-profile vehicles may struggle on the road. The strongest winds will be Sunday night into Monday morning. These fronts tend to move in earlier than models suggest.
Spring thunderstorms for the start of Spring Break in South Texas
Spring thunderstorms are possible in South Texas while the clocks also spring forward Saturday night. March has been off to an active start across Texas and the Coastal Bend joins the severe weather risk on Saturday evening. We are watching a storm system that will move across the great plains on Friday and a cold front will move south across Texas throughout the day on Saturday. Latest guidance suggests the cold front will approach San Antonio around 5 PM on Saturday.
Fire danger in South Texas behind a cold front this weekend
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Fire weather concerns are elevated behind a cold front set to move through the Coastal Bend Saturday afternoon. The wind will be strongest overnight and Sunday is when conditions will be at their driest. The combination of windy and dry conditions is when the weather can play a role in how quickly fires start and spread. Make sure you're doing your part to prevent fires from happening and spreading.
A ‘quickstep’ inside the University’s Ballroom Dance Club
The club provides members with a stress-free environment that allows students of all levels to explore their interest in dance This fall, millions of people tuned in every Tuesday night to watch “Dancing With the Stars,” eagerly awaiting the elimination of the next celebrity and marveling at the beautiful ballroom dances. University students were no exception, with many coming together with friends to watch weekly.
How cold will it be in Corpus Christi tonight?
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi did fall below freezing for about six hours early Sunday morning. There was some freezing rain at the time temperatures were below freezing. We had isolated areas with light ice accumulation this morning. All airports hit 32 degrees or colder, except Falfurrias and Flour Bluff. The rain has moved out of the area, and freezing rain is no longer a threat. Beeville has stayed at or below 32 degrees all day, and another 18 hours is likely.
Girls just wanna have fun: A closer look at U.Va.’s oldest all-female a cappella group
The Virginia Belles create a sense of community and sisterhood through their love for music A cappella auditions are a process that marks the first few weeks of each semester, as students are welcomed into various lawn rooms to put aside their bashfulness and sing their hearts out. With 14 different groups, a cappella’s strong presence at the University allows many students to express themselves through the instrument of their voice.
Weather Impact Alert for a light freeze Sunday morning
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The coldest temperatures are expected on Sunday morning, following the dry and windy conditions on Saturday. Saturday is highlighted for a Weather Impact Alert for the fire danger, and Sunday morning is highlighted for the freeze potential. Be ready for low temperatures to fall into the low 30s, possibly the upper 20s, for 1-4 hours on Sunday morning.
Weather Impact Alert for Dense Fog
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The environment is turning warm and humid for the week of Christmas, so dense fog will be possible nightly. Conditions should clear between 9 and 10 AM. Starting Saturday morning, we have a weather impact alert for hazardous driving conditions possible due to fog. The National Weather Service will issue a dense fog advisory the evening before, as confidence grows that visibility will be around 1/4 mile or less.
Weather Impact Alert for Dense Fog Thursday morning
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The environment is really warm and humid right now, so fog is likely to become dense heading into Thursday morning. Pockets of drizzle will continue into the night, then the rain will move out, leaving us with low cloud through around 9/10 AM. We have a weather impact alert for hazardous driving conditions in fog that will likely result in visibility around 1/4 a mile or less. It will be very difficult to see while driving. If you can, delay travel.
Weather Impact Alert for showers and thunderstorms Wednesday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — We are highlighting Wednesday morning and early afternoon for the chance of showers and Thunderstorms. Stronger storms are expected on Wednesday, with rainfall rates of around 2 inches per hour. This may cause some localized street flooding and make it difficult to see while driving. Remember when thunder roars, head indoors. We aren't expecting severe weather, but stronger wind gusts up to 30 mph are possible with storms.
Weather Impact Alert for Dense Fog and a few storms early Saturday
The environment is really warm and humid right now, so fog is likely to form again Friday night and Saturday morning. A few spotty storms are also possible on Saturday. We will have to watch out for some lightning near the coast. The lowest visibility is expected before 10 AM Saturday. We have a weather impact alert once again for visibility of less than a mile, and likely less than a quarter of a mile. It will be very difficult to see while driving. If you can, delay travel.
Weather Impact Alert for Dense Fog Friday Morning
Fog is expected to make the morning commute hazardous on Friday. Be ready for visibility of less than a mile, and likely less than a quarter of a mile. It will be very difficult to see while driving. If you can, delay travel. If you must drive in the fog, plan to leave early and drive slowly. Keep extra space between you and the car ahead of you. Use your headlights; if you have fog lights, use those. Do not use the brights. This will make it even more challenging to see.
‘Stranger Things’ season five welcomes viewers back to Hawkins
The first four episodes of the long awaited fifth and final season of “Stranger Things” were released Nov. 26. Volume 2, which will be three episodes, comes to Netflix Christmas Day and the final episode will be released on New Year’s Eve. Since the fourth season was released in 2022, viewers have been waiting to see the final “chapters” come into fruition, and this introduction into the farewell season did not disappoint.
Cold Front picks up the wind and drops temperatures this afternoon
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Dense fog will impact your morning commute. We are also tracking patchy rain on the radar. Visibility is less than 4 miles across most of the Coastal Bend. The fog will clear once our wind picks up out of the north and relative humidity falls a bit into the afternoon. This increase in wind will happen behind the cold front set to move through between 8 and 11 AM this morning. Be ready for wind gusts 30-35 mph out of the north.
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