Local News
Carbon monoxide detector saves Starkville family's lives
After an unexpected situation, one Starkville resident said she was lucky to still be alive. Chiquita Posley was cooking dinner last Thursday night when her carbon monoxide alarm continued to go off.
UPDATE: Suspect in Columbus shooting behind bars
Columbus police have identified a suspect in a shooting earlier this month that left one man seriously injured. An arrest warrant has been issued for Kerry Smith.
Columbus police investigate shooting inside nightclub
Chief Joseph Daughtry said officers were called to Club Ada, in the 2000 block of 13th Avenue North, early Sunday morning.
Lee County may be closer to having new jail
The Lee County Board of Supervisors discussed the progress of plans at its meeting. A 2021 lawsuit claimed dangerous conditions existed at the jail.
Tupelo man awaits trial after being arrested for 2023 robbery
A Tupelo man is awaiting trial after being arrested for a 2023 robbery. Tupelo police arrested Jacquez Rice on a warrant for strong-armed robbery.
Caledonia woman faces charge after allegedly hitting man with car
Caledonia woman was accused of hitting a man with her car at a Columbus motel. 23-year-old Macy Barnes was charged with aggravated assault.
Two Columbus men face drug charges in Clay County
Timothy Hudgins and Treveon Hudgins were both charged with aggravated trafficking of a controlled substance while in possession of a firearm and some misdemeanors.
Millions of dollars pours into Mississippi since last year's tornadoes
Nearly $85 million in federal and state has poured into Mississippi since last March's devastating tornadoes.
Extra money heads to Noxubee Co. for road, bridge improvement
A transportation bill passed by Congress included $2.5 million dollars for improvements to Deerbrook Road and the bridge along the road.