It was 18 years ago that the south Texas coast sustained its last Hurricane. This year, thousands were affected by Hurricane Harvey and its category 4 level winds. Many fled the coast as mandatory evacuations were issued by numerous coastal cities. People lost their homes, businesses, and personal belongings. Luckily, … Continue reading
If you have turned on the TV in the last two weeks, you would have almost certainly seen coverage on Hurricane Harvey. “[Harvey] is an active tropical cyclone that is causing unprecedented and catastrophic flooding in southeastern Texas. It is the first major hurricane to make landfall in the United … Continue reading
So you have to attend a legal proceeding. Maybe it’s a deposition or a court hearing. Maybe you were a witness, or maybe it’s for any injury you sustained? Maybe you have jury duty coming up? At some point in all of our lives, we will all likely end up … Continue reading
It is without question that human beings depend heavily on their environment, and the resources it provides. For motor vehicles to operate properly, humans rely on the natural resource of oil to fuel transportation in the modern day. It is important to understand the relationship between the needs of human … Continue reading
In today’s fast-paced world where convenience often trumps caution, Dollar General stores shine as symbols of accessibility. With a whopping 18,000 stores scattered across the nation and a workforce exceeding 150,000 individuals, Dollar General is undeniably entrenched in the fabric of American retail. However, beneath its veneer of convenience lies … Continue reading
This morning was the annual State of the CCPD Breakfast where guests enjoy a hot meal, interact with members of the police force, and are entertained and educated by the Corpus Christi Police Chief’s state of address. He spoke in front of 750 attendees, almost double than those who attended … Continue reading
As bicycling continues to be the fastest growing mode of transportation, more cities are accommodating riders on their commutes. While bicyclists have the same rights as drivers in the state of Texas, they also have the same responsibilities. Whether you are enjoying a leisurely ride or you are commuting to … Continue reading
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), the Swiss Institute of Technology (ETHZ), and the Italian National Research Council (CNR) have developed a system that would allow cars to function efficiently through city intersections without the use of traffic lights. “Traffic intersections are particularly complex spaces because you have … Continue reading
Although Uber isn’t in Corpus Christi, other cities have welcomed the ride-hailing service with open arms and have even allowed the company’s self-driving vehicles to hit their roads. Pittsburgh is home to Uber’s new Advanced Technologies Center, staffed by many former Carnegie Mellon University researchers according to the Caller-Times. The … Continue reading
The roads we travel can be both a means of liberation and a source of danger. In 2021, fatal car accidents surged nationwide, with over 39,500 incidents reported on U.S. roads—an alarming 10% increase from the previous year. As we delve into the statistics, a pattern emerges, highlighting the varying … Continue reading
