6 THINGS TO KNOW: Yolanda Saldivar denied parole, Mosquito control, Bishop Interim Police Chief
Mar 28, 2025
Good morning and happy Friday, Coastal Bend!Its Michelle Hofmann, your KRIS 6 Sunrise Anchor, here to kickstart your day with some positive energy! The weekend is almost here, and were here to make sure you finish strong and set
yourself up for a well-deserved break. 6 THINGS TO KNOW: Yolanda Saldivar denied parole, Mosquito control, Bishop Interim Police ChiefHere are 6 Things to Know:Yolanda Saldivar Denied ParoleThe Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles has denied parole for Yolanda Saldivar, whos serving a life sentence for the murder of Tejano singer Selena Quintanilla. Saldivar was convicted in 1995, and her parole eligibility was set for March 30th, just one day before the anniversary of Selenas death. The board stated that Saldivar still poses a threat to public safety. Her next parole review will be in March 2030.Full story here: Selena's killer, Yolanda Saldivar, denied paroleMosquito Spraying ScheduleDue to recent rain, Vector Control will start spraying for mosquitoes and larvae next week. Heres the schedule: Monday: Calallen, Annaville, and Tuloso-Midway areas Tuesday: Northwest side, Los Encinos, and North Beach Wednesday: Downtown, Westside, Bay Area, and Southside Thursday: Southside, Moore Plaza, and La Palmera Mall Friday: Southside, A&M Corpus Christi, and Flour BluffRuth Street UpdateWe have an update on the bump in the road at Ruth and Highland that was reported earlier this week. After our Neighborhood News Reporter, Naidy Escobar, contacted the City Public Works office, the bump has been smoothed down and patched with asphalt. Well keep you posted on any long-term fixes.Full story here: Getting Results: City addresses monster bump on Westside streetBishop Interim Police ChiefBishop Police Department has named Lieutenant Sarah Torres as interim police chief starting April 1st. Shell be replacing Chief Edward Day, who announced his resignation earlier this month. Chief Days last day will be March 31st.Full story here: Bishop Police Department names Lieutenant Sarah Torres as interim chiefYMCA Sip & ShopThe YMCA of the Coastal Bend is hosting a Sip and Shop open house this weekend. You can stop by to check out what the YMCA offers, enjoy local vendors, free drinks, and exclusive membership deals. Its all happening Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. at 417 South Upper Broadway.Seussical the MusicalMetro E. Elementary is putting on its big spring musical this weekend! Students will perform "Seussical the Musical" tonight at 6 p.m., and on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. The performance is open to the public, and entry is by donation. Dress up as your favorite Dr. Seuss character and enjoy the show! ...read more read less