CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — KIII 3NEWS is excited to announce the promotion of Carly Smith to Chief Meteorologist. Smith joined 3NEWS as a meteorologist in 2022 and quickly earned the trust of Coastal Bend residents by delivering clear, accurate, and accessible forecasts that keep the community safe and informed. Known for breaking down not just the forecast but the science behind the weather, Smith will now lead the Weather Impact Team and advance KIII’s weather strategy on-air and online.