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U.K. says sightings of "rogue drones" near military bases doubled last year amid tension with Russia
CBS News reports that the U.K. government wants to give military personnel new powers to shoot down unidentified drones near British bases, citing a doubling of reported drone incidents around defense installations last year as European countries accused Russia of menacing NATO nations with "hybrid warfare."
Car chase in Tupelo leads to the death of a juvenile
A chase in a stolen car leads to the death of a juvenile in Tupelo.
Gold and silver prices are slumping after their meteoric rise. Here's why.
Sources from CBS say the shine is coming off gold and silver. Prices for the precious metals, which last week soared to record highs, are extending their slide after a sharp selloff on Friday.
Trump says he wants proposed arch to be world's "biggest"
According to CBS News, President Trump says he wants the new triumphal arch he's commissioning as a gate to Washington, D.C., to be the "biggest one of all" in the world
Operation BBQ Relief volunteers set up for service in Oxford
Volunteers with "Operation BBQ Relief" have been set up at the Walmart Supercenter parking lot in Oxford, dishing out hot plates of barbecue for anyone who needs a meal.
Boil water notice issued for Prentiss County area
Power outages are affecting more than just heat and lights. They have also prompted boil water notices, including one for the Holcut Cairo Water Association in Prentiss County.
Car chase in Tupelo leads to the death of a juvenile
A chase in a stolen car leads to the death of a juvenile in Tupelo.
Gold and silver prices are slumping after their meteoric rise. Here's why.
Sources from CBS say the shine is coming off gold and silver. Prices for the precious metals, which last week soared to record highs, are extending their slide after a sharp selloff on Friday.
Trump says he wants proposed arch to be world's "biggest"
According to CBS News, President Trump says he wants the new triumphal arch he's commissioning as a gate to Washington, D.C., to be the "biggest one of all" in the world
Operation BBQ Relief volunteers set up for service in Oxford
Volunteers with "Operation BBQ Relief" have been set up at the Walmart Supercenter parking lot in Oxford, dishing out hot plates of barbecue for anyone who needs a meal.
Boil water notice issued for Prentiss County area
Power outages are affecting more than just heat and lights. They have also prompted boil water notices, including one for the Holcut Cairo Water Association in Prentiss County.
Suspect wanted in connection with false pretense case in Tupelo
Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi and the Tupelo Police Department need your help with locating an individual responsible for an alleged False Pretense case, which is being investigated by the Tupelo Police Department.
Lowndes Co. Supervisors adopt new road plan for 2026-2030
The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors met this morning for its first board meeting of February and adopted the 2026-2030 Road Plan.
Jobs report this week will be delayed by government shutdown, Labor Department says
Sources from CBS News say that the Department of Labor won't issue its report on U.S. hiring in January on Friday as planned because of the partial government shutdown.
Trump strikes deal to lower tariffs on India, saying Modi agreed to stop buying Russian oil
According to CBS News, President Trump announced Monday that he and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed to a trade deal that will lower tariffs on products from India to 18% and halt India's purchase of Russian oil.
Stocks, gold and silver steady following wild swings overnight
Associated Press reports that wild swings that swept through financial markets overnight eased as trading headed westward to Wall Street on Monday.
Some companies tie AI to layoffs, but the reality is more complicated
Associated Press, the one thing N. Lee Plumb knows for sure that being laid off from Amazon last week is that it wasn’t a failure to get on board with the company’s artificial intelligence plans.
Disney’s first quarter is powered by box-office hits ‘Zootopia 2' and ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’
Sources from AP say that Disney posted a strong first quarter, powered by box-office hits “Zootopia 2” and “Avatar: Fire and Ash.”
Man arrested on child porn charges in Pickens Co.
The Aliceville Police Department has made an arrest for Child Pornography Charges.
Suspect wanted in connection with false pretense case in Tupelo
Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi and the Tupelo Police Department need your help with locating an individual responsible for an alleged False Pretense case, which is being investigated by the Tupelo Police Department.
Amory Police investigate an auto burglary on Dolly Tubb Hill Road
The Amory Police Department needs the communities help with an investigation into a burglary on Hatley Road near Dolly Tubb Hill Road.
Teenager faces indictment for Aggravated Assault/kidnapping in Columbus
16-year-old Rager was indicted by a Lowndes County Grand Jury on charges of Aggravated Assault and Kidnapping in relation to a reported attack in which he is accused of pointing a gun and threatening another juvenile.
Teenager accused of 2025 assault now indicted by Lowndes Co. Grand Jury
The teenager accused of an assault that was caught on video in August of 2025 has been indicted by a Lowndes County Grand Jury.
"Generator Reimbursement Program" scam reported in Lafayette Co.
Crews continue to work to clear icy roads and restore power, but while many are lending a helping hand, others are preying on those who are vulnerable.
Winston Co. Sheriff warns residents about a scam in the area
The Winston County Sheriff's Department wants the public to be aware that a scammer is posing as a local pastor.
Suspect arrested on aggravated domestic violence in Lafayette Co.
A suspect has been arrested on a charge of Aggravated Domestic Violence in Lafayette County.
Man facing charges after a pursuit in Starkville
A Starkville man is facing charges after allegedly leading officers on a pursuit through Oktibbeha County yesterday afternoon.
Two men charged with felony kidnapping in Monroe County
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) - Two people in Monroe County are charged with Felony Kidnapping. On January 21st, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office received an anonymous call stating they were concerned someone was being held against their will at the…
Area teacher arrested for allegedly grooming a child
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) - A former New Hope School teacher is behind bars for an alleged inappropriate relationship with a student. The Lowndes County Sheriff's Office arrested 41-year-old Monica Grady. She was a teacher at New Hope Middle School…
Law enforcement responds to a bank robbery in Oxford
A bank robbery kept law enforcement in Lafayette County busy this morning.
Man arrested for failure to register as a sex offender in Monroe Co.
A man fresh out of prison finds himself back behind bars in Monroe County.
Investigation underway after two men arrive at the BMH with gunshot wounds
Columbus Police are investigating after two young men showed up at Baptist Memorial Hospital Monday night with gunshot wounds.
Two gunshot victims show up at hospital; CPD investigating
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) - Columbus Police are investigating after two young men showed up at Baptist Memorial Hospital on Tuesday night with gunshot wounds. Police say they got the 9‑1‑1 call around 9:40, but when officers arrived, both victims refused…
Two MS Superintendents and St. Louis Teacher enter guilty pleas for Federal Embezzlement
Two Mississippi school superintendents and a St. Louis school teacher have entered guilty pleas to Federal Embezzlement charges.
UPDATE: 3 people charged after a weekend Starkville shooting
Three people, including a 16-year-old, now face charges in connection with a weekend shooting in Starkville.
19-year-old turns himself in after a weekend shooting in Starkville
The teenager wanted in connection with a weekend shooting at the Sonic in Starkville has now turned himself in.





