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Warmer air just in time for the weekend
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Temperatures will trend several degrees above average over the next several days. THURSDAY: Expect plenty of sun early in the day, with increased scattered cloud coverage by afternoon along a lingering, stalled front. Moisture remains lacking, so only…
10 years later: Louisville reflects on impact of deadly tornado
We are days away from the 10-year anniversary of the deadly EF4 tornado that ravaged Winston County. Winds as high as 185 miles per hour shredded homes and changed lives there forever.
Woman says she pulled gun to stop potential robber
An alleged attempted robbery in Columbus could have possibly been foiled thanks to a careful and prepared citizen.
Spring conditions finishing the week
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - There will be a chance for a few showers Thursday, before more warm air moves in end of the week and into the weekend. WEDNESDAY NIGHT: Few extra clouds will linger in the sky. Overnight temps…
Suspected Dollar General armed robber arrested in Pickens County
A man wanted in Lowndes County for armed robbery was charged with the same crime in west Alabama.
Denim Day: Making a stand against sexual violence
April 24 marks a powerful statement in the fight against sexual violence. Denim Day is an international holiday.
10 years later: Louisville reflects on impact of deadly tornado
We are days away from the 10-year anniversary of the deadly EF4 tornado that ravaged Winston County. Winds as high as 185 miles per hour shredded homes and changed lives there forever.
Woman says she pulled gun to stop potential robber
An alleged attempted robbery in Columbus could have possibly been foiled thanks to a careful and prepared citizen.
Spring conditions finishing the week
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - There will be a chance for a few showers Thursday, before more warm air moves in end of the week and into the weekend. WEDNESDAY NIGHT: Few extra clouds will linger in the sky. Overnight temps…
Suspected Dollar General armed robber arrested in Pickens County
A man wanted in Lowndes County for armed robbery was charged with the same crime in west Alabama.
Denim Day: Making a stand against sexual violence
April 24 marks a powerful statement in the fight against sexual violence. Denim Day is an international holiday.
Former Tupelo mayor urges lawmakers to fully expand Medicaid
Jack Reed Jr. spoke at the Capitol Rotunda Tuesday during a news conference. Reed Jr. said expanding Medicaid would have a positive impact on poor residents, and also would boost the state's economy.
Burglary arrest: Home security system alerts victim to call 911
An alert on a home security system leads to the arrest of a Lowndes County burglary suspect. 39-year-old Andrew Paul Johnston was charged with burglary and possession of a controlled substance.
Brooksville issues boil water notice
The town of Brooksville issued a boil water notice for people who live on Hopewell Road and parts of Highway 388.
ACE commits to preliminary study of Luxapalila flooding in Millport
Millport leaders said they were notified the Army Corps of Engineers has committed to doing a preliminary study on the Luxapalila Creek.
Relatively quiet pattern continues for north Mississippi
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Near average temps will continue through mid-week. Warmer weather takes hold for the weekend and into most of next week. WEDNESDAY: We'll see cloud coverage increase at times, but there will still be some sunshine as well! Highs…
Columbus police identify person of interest in homicide case
Columbus police are looking for Damian Peterson in connection with the investigation into Jade Turner's death.
Warming up, with a mid-week rain chance
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - There will be a mid-week chance for rain, along a stalled front. Warmer air will move in by Friday, bringing end of the week and weekend temps back into the low to middle 80s. TUESDAY NIGHT:…
Damian Peterson charged with murder of Columbus woman
Damian Peterson has now been charged with murder for the death of Ashanti Jade Turner. Peterson was identified as a person of interest in the homicide investigation of Turner.
Suspected Dollar General armed robber arrested in Pickens County
A man wanted in Lowndes County for armed robbery was charged with the same crime in west Alabama.
Burglary arrest: Home security system alerts victim to call 911
An alert on a home security system leads to the arrest of a Lowndes County burglary suspect. 39-year-old Andrew Paul Johnston was charged with burglary and possession of a controlled substance.
Columbus police identify person of interest in homicide case
Columbus police are looking for Damian Peterson in connection with the investigation into Jade Turner's death.
Lowndes County Coroner identifies body found in Columbus
The investigation is in its early stages, but it has officially been determined as a homicide by the Lowndes County Coroner.
Police investigate weekend fire in Brooksville as arson
Brooksville firefighters responded to the blaze at a home on Ada Mickens Street around midnight Saturday night.
Aberdeen men accused of stealing trailers from business in Amory
Two Aberdeen men were accused of stealing trailers from an Amory business. Ashton Henderson and Jaqualon Crawford were both charged with three counts of grand larceny.
Itawamba County deputies save dog with Narcan
Itawamba County deputies save a dog by giving it Narcan while out on a drug bust. Investigators said the pup became unresponsive after coming into contact with fentanyl.
Burnsville man arrested in Prentiss County on drug related charges
Taking a ride without his license lands a Burnsville man in jail. While on patrol, a Prentiss County deputy pulled over a vehicle for improper equipment.
Willis Miller sentenced to 45 years in prison, mandatory
The man convicted of killing a little girl while drinking and driving was sentenced to prison. Willis Miller will spend 45 years behind bars. This is a mandatory sentence.
Lowndes County CO accused of bringing contraband into jail
A Lowndes County Sheriff's Department correctional officer finds himself on the other side of a jail cell.
Willis Miller found guilty of crashing into ATV, killing child
An Oktibbeha County jury found a man guilty of crashing into an ATV and killing a child while under the influence.
Armed robber hits Dollar General on Highway 12 near Steens Road
Lowndes County deputies are investigating another Dollar General armed robbery. This hold-up happened at the Highway 12 store, near Steens Road.
Former Winona Alderwoman sentenced on felony charge
A former Winona Alderwoman was sentenced on her felony charge of simple assault on an officer conviction. Sylvia Clark was ordered to serve three years of house arrest and two years probation.
Columbus man indicted in Starkville kidnapping case
A Columbus man was indicted in a Starkville kidnapping case. In addition to the kidnapping charge, Ontario Nicholson is also facing a burglary indictment.
Deadly Oktibbeha County shooting investigation: 2 people indicted
Two people were indicted in connection to a deadly Oktibbeha County shooting. The shooting happened in July 2023 on Finley Drive.
Suspect wanted for Family Dollar/Dollar Tree armed robbery
You may remember us reporting on an armed robbery that took place at the Family Dollar and Dollar Tree on Tuscaloosa Road in Columbus last Friday.
Jury selection begins: Man accused of killing child in ATV crash
Jury selection began in the trial where a man was accused of crashing into an ATV and killing a child while under the influence.