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Starkville Utilities, TVA, garden club spend Earth Day planting trees
General manager for Starkville Utilities, Edward Kemp, said Earth Day is a great time to remind the public that trees are one of our most important natural resources.
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.
IHL approves creation of new area of study at MUW
Women's role in leadership and academic development will be the focus of a new area of study at Mississippi University for Women.
Saltillo toddler dies after being hit by vehicle; No arrests anticipated
A Saltillo toddler died after being hit by a vehicle. The two-year-old was struck at about 10 a.m. on Sunday.
Cool mornings start the work week
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Cool mornings will give way to increasingly mild afternoons, with much warmer air set to return this coming weekend. MONDAY: With high pressure overhead, expect a beautiful & sunny day with highs in the upper 60s. MONDAY NIGHT: We'll…
Warming up this week
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - After a cool and wet weekend, our weather will improve as we begin the next week. Thanks to high pressure building over the southeast, temperatures will warm each day and rain will be minimal. SUNDAY 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.
IHL approves creation of new area of study at MUW
Women's role in leadership and academic development will be the focus of a new area of study at Mississippi University for Women.
Saltillo toddler dies after being hit by vehicle; No arrests anticipated
A Saltillo toddler died after being hit by a vehicle. The two-year-old was struck at about 10 a.m. on Sunday.
Cool mornings start the work week
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Cool mornings will give way to increasingly mild afternoons, with much warmer air set to return this coming weekend. MONDAY: With high pressure overhead, expect a beautiful & sunny day with highs in the upper 60s. MONDAY NIGHT: We'll…
Warming up this week
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - After a cool and wet weekend, our weather will improve as we begin the next week. Thanks to high pressure building over the southeast, temperatures will warm each day and rain will be minimal. SUNDAY NIGHT:…
Forest landowners can apply for federal emergency loans
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) - Forest landowners in Mississippi can now join the state’s farm owners who suffered production loss due to last year’s drought in applying for federal emergency loans. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack approved for Emergency Forest…
Camp Rising Sun features fundraiser with motorcycle ride tribute
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – An annual summer camp that gives children living with cancer a fun experience is getting some help from a local fundraiser. Family and friends of a longtime Tammy Prescott held a special motorcycle ride to raise…
Road work in Tupelo may affect Monday morning route
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) - For those who live or work in Tupelo, your route may be affected this week. McNeese Street will be closed to through traffic Monday, April 22, at 8 a.m. Tupelo Public Works will be repairing a…
United Way celebrates volunteers with Volunteer Appreciation Day
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) - The United Way of the Golden Triangle Region can't do its work alone. Dozens of volunteers put in sweat equity - at no charge - to help the organization thrive. "Today is our day to celebrate…
Former NFL QB encourages athletes through FCA
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) - A former NFL quarterback encouraged junior and high school athletes to make a positive difference on their campuses through the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Colt McCoy was a guest speaker during the recent "Night of Champions…
MUW hosts first ever Family Fun Day
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi Public Broadcasting is having fun on the road and the network made a stop in Columbus on April 20. Mississippi University for Women hosted "MPB Fun Day." The event featured activities for all ages, including…
MSU hosts first ever veteran's horsemanship program cookout
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI)- Mississippi State University wants veterans to be more aware of the resources around them. Lori Irvin is an Extension Service Associate at Mississippi State. She said this was a great way to build more connections and…
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.
70-year-old man arrested for allegedly shooting woman in foot
Oktibbeha County deputies made an arrest in a weekend shooting. 70-year-old Norris Gene Smith was charged with one count of domestic violence-aggravated assault.
Itawamba County deputies, state narcotics unit make drug arrests
The Itawamba County Sheriff's Office and the North Mississippi Narcotics Unit made a pair of arrests and take a stash of fentanyl and meth off the streets.
Aberdeen alderwoman faces charges related to poll worker incident
64-year-old Lady Garth was served with two misdemeanor warrants for simple assault and disturbance of an election.
Tupelo Police are investigating the shooting of a juvenile male
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) - Tupelo Police are investigating the shooting of a juvenile male on Meadow Drive that happened on Sunday, April 14, around 2:30 p.m.…
CPD investigates two Sunday afternoon shootings
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) - Two shootings occurred on Sunday, April 14, according to the Columbus Police Department. Around 3 p.m. Columbus PD responded to the 1600 block of 5th Avenue…
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