Video: Update on Crash Involving Off-Duty Deputy
A Webster County deputy is recovering from a weekend car accident.
Archives: 2017
Video: An Area Deputy Remains in the Hospital After a Weekend Wreck
Chad Tedder works part-time as a Webster County Deputy, is a volunteer firefighter, a military veteran, and a nurse.
Video: Southern Miss Ecstatic to Host NCAA Baseball Regional in Hattiesburg
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WCBI/USM Athletics) – Southern Miss will welcome Mississippi State, South Alabama and UIC to Pete Taylor Park this weekend, June 2-5, for the school’s first regional at home in 14 years. The regional is just the second time Southern Miss has hosted as they enter tournament play with a school record 48 victories and a Conference USA regular…
Video: Mississippi State Eager to Begin the Road to Omaha in Hattiesburg
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI/MSU Athletics) – For the 36th time in program history, Mississippi State is headed to the NCAA Tournament and will begin its postseason run in the Hattiesburg Regional, the NCAA Division I Baseball Committee announced Monday. Two-seed MSU (36-24) will be joined in the four-team regional by host Southern Miss (48-14), three-seed and Sun Belt Conference Tournament Champion…
VIDEO: The Playing of Taps
(WCBI News) – Around the Golden Triangle, as well as the nation, Memorial Day ceremonies are being held to commemorate those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. There is a tradition that has always been a part of these events that is known to both veterans and citizens, the playing of “Taps.” It’s one of the most well known…
Showers and Storms Through the Week
TONIGHT: Scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue across the area. While one or two storms could have gusty winds and heavy downpours, widespread severe weather is not expected. Temperatures top out in the low to mid 80s. TUESDAY: Scattered showers and storms again likely through the day. Highs in the low 80s. WEDNESDAY: Our driest day of the week will still bring around…
Mississippi State Headed to Hattiesburg for NCAA Baseball Regional
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI/MSU Athletics) – For the 36th time in program history, Mississippi State is headed to the NCAA Tournament and will begin its postseason run in the Hattiesburg Regional, the NCAA Division I Baseball Committee announced Monday. Two-seed MSU (36-24) will be joined in the four-team regional by host Southern Miss (48-14), three-seed and Sun Belt Conference Tournament Champion…
MHP Issues Holiday Enforcement Totals, Urges Everyone To Be Safe
Over 4,000 tickets have been issued, and there have been two fatalities.
Wet Week Ahead.
TODAY: Scattered showers and thunderstorms likely through the day this Memorial Day. While one or two storms could have gusty winds and heavy downpours, widespread severe weather is not expected. Temperatures top out in the low to mid 80s. Rain chance about 60%. TUESDAY: Scattered showers and storms again likely through the day. Highs in the low 80s. Chance of rain…
VIDEO: Storm Damage Assessment
By: Parker King NEW ALBANY, Miss. (WCBI)- Early this morning, strong winds and thunderstorms ripped through North Mississippi. About a fifty mile stretch of damage has been left, starting in New Albany and ending in Hamilton, Alabama. Strong winds during the first hours of the morning. ” sounded like a freight train hit the side of my house,” said Jimmy Garrett….
Deputy Injured in Off-Duty Crash
WEBSTER COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- An area deputy is recovering following an early morning surgery. Webster County Deputy, Chad Tedder, was involved in an off duty accident early this morning and is in NMMC in Tupelo. Tedder is also a volunteer fireman for the Walthall Fire Department and a Veteran with several tours in Iraq and Afghanistan under his belt. No word…
Scattered Storms Return Tonight
Live Radar: http://www.wcbi.com/weather-radar/ TONIGHT: Scattered showers and storms will form west along the Mississippi River and move in our direction. The best chance to hear a rumble of thunder will be 11PM – 6AM, but we aren’t expecting any severe weather with these. Look for highs in the upper 60s with a few staying in the low 70s with a light SW…
VIDEO: Arc in the Park
By: Chad Groening TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- A Northeast Mississippi organization wants the public to know that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are able to do many of the things everybody else can do. Arc in the Park is a day of activities highlighting the work of the Arc of Northeast Mississippi. It’s an advocacy organization that advocates for individuals with…
Store Manager Attacked on the Job
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- A Tupelo grocery store manager is recovering after being injured in the store Saturday afternoon. A person was trying to pass a stolen check at Todds Grocery on West Main when the manager stepped in to detain the individual. The suspect then attacked the worker but was quickly apprehended and taken to jail. The victim was carried to…
VIDEO: Overnight Fire Destroys Area Home
HAMILTON, Miss. (WCBI)- An overnight fire claimed the home of a disabled father and his children. The fire happened overnight on highway 45, north of Hamilton just south of Center Hill Road. Thankfully, there were no injuries and everyone made it out ok, but the family is said to have lost everything. The cause of the fire is still under investigation….
VIDEO: 47th Annual Calhoun City Square Fest
CALHOUN CITY, Miss.(WCBI)—It was rather warm and a little humid Saturday, but that didn’t stop the residents of Calhoun City from attending the 47th annual Square Fest. The Square Fest has been a huge part of Calhoun City for decades but it didn’t start out that way. “It originated 47 years ago as a political rally. That was the origin…
Strong Storms Possible This Afternoon/Evening Again
Live Radar: http://www.wcbi.com/weather-radar/ SUNDAY: We’ll have to watch for the threat for more storms to form during the evening on Sunday. A few of the strongest storms could be capable of damaging winds as the main threat. Leftover morning storms are pushing out as showers giving way to mostly cloudy skies for the afternoon. As expected, we’re getting some dry time in…
VIDEO: Boating Safety Tips
Memorial Day weekend is the official kickoff to summer.
Rebels Drop 1-0 Heartbreaker To UCLA, Eliminated From NCAA Tournament
It was a magical postseason run for the #12 Ole Miss Rebels, but the ride came to an end Friday, losing 1-0 to #5 UCLA.
VIDEO: Mourning Valentino, The Beloved Lion
CALEDONIA, Miss. (WCBI)- It was an emotional day for workers at CedarHill Animal Sanctuary on Friday. Tears were shed and hearts were heavy as workers mourned the loss of one of its beloved lions, Valentino. “We just can’t believe he’s gone,” said Nancy Gschwendtner, executive director at CedarHill Animal Sanctuary. “It’s something we’re going to feel for a long time.” Valentino passed…
VIDEO: Inaugural Friendship Cemetery Memorial Ceremony
COLUMBUS, Miss.(WCBI)—Columbus Chamber of Commerce kick off memorial day honoring the people who fought and died to protect our freedom. In a morning ceremony, former servicemen and community members gathered at friendship cemetery. Guest speaker and local historian Rufus Ward, told the history of Memorial Day including how the holiday originated in Columbus Mississippi. The ceremony concluded with the reading…
VIDEO: Starkville Police Get Lessons In Cultural Competence
STARKVILLE, MISS.(WCBI)—Across the country we’ve seen communities and police officers standing in the streets, with protests and controversy. The Starkville police department is hoping some training will prevent those scenes in Oktibbeha County. Officers are learning how to better work with the diverse people they serve. “I just want to be proactive and avoid some of the stuff that’s going…
Video: Volunteers, Donors Help Make Senior Appreciation Day A Big Success
Hundreds turn out for annual Prentiss County Senior Citizens Appreciation Day, organized by Sheriff Randy Tolar.
Video: Noxubee Woman Accused Of Trying To Sell Her Child Online
A Noxubee County woman is accused of trying to sell her kid on multiple websites.