Joe Manchin’s social media accounts hacked, his office says
The West Virginia Democrat is running for reelection in next week’s midterms Categories: National, US & World News
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String of school bus stop accidents raises safety concerns
There’s been another crash involving children at a school bus stop in Tampa, Florida. Five children and two adults were taken to a hospital Thursday after a car struck them near a bus stop. It’s the latest of at least five crashes at school bus stops this week. Tony Dokoupil reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Trump says soldiers would return fire if migrants throw rocks as “firearm”
The president is taking new steps to block the migrant caravan from entering the U.S. He campaigned in Missouri after moving to limit where migrants can apply for asylum and suggesting that border violence will be met with gunfire. The president visits West Virginia and Indiana Friday, part of an eight-state swing in the final days of the campaign. Major…
Eye Opener: Trump ratchets up immigration rhetoric
The president is taking new steps to block a caravan of migrants from entering the U.S. Also, nearly 17,000 Google employees in at least 40 offices worldwide protested Thursday over how women are treated at the tech giant. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Get the Eye Opener delivered straight to…
49ers cheerleader takes knee during national anthem
A San Francisco 49ers cheerleader was pictured kneeling during the national anthem at Thursday night’s game between the Oakland Raiders and the 49ers. Football fan Lenny Herrold snapped a picture of the cheerleader. Categories: National, US & World News
“Emotional terrorists”: The financial and psychological toll of catfishing scams
Why scam victims send thousands of dollars to people they’ve never met — one woman allegedly plotted a murder to gain more cash Categories: National, US & World News
Police trying to trace Saudi sisters’ movements before death
New York City police are expected to share new evidence Friday in the mysterious deaths of two sisters from Saudi Arabia. CBS News has learned they may be ruled suicides. The bodies of 23-year-old Rotana Farea and 16-year-old Tala Farea were discovered bound together last week by the Hudson River. Jericka Duncan reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Google employees waiting to see how company will respond to walkout
Google says it will look at employees’ ideas after a global walkout over its handling of sexual misconduct claims. Nearly 17,000 workers in at least 40 offices worldwide protested Thursday. They’re upset about how women are treated at the tech giant. Jamie Yuccas reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Asylum changes, tent cities Trump has pledged may run into hurdles
The president said he plans to sign an executive order next week on immigration Categories: National, US & World News
Carnival cruise ship tilts hard to one side, terrifying passengers
“Glasses and plates started to fall and shatter. At this point, it was pure chaos. Screams. Cries. Panic,” says one passenger Categories: National, US & World News
49ers cheerleader takes a knee during national anthem
“I just thought it was peaceful, respectful, constitutionally-protected free speech,” said one fan Categories: National, US & World News
Tom Hanks on Pittsburgh shooting: “Love thy neighbor with no exceptions”
The Oscar-winning actor filmed a biopic about Mr. Fred Rogers in the same city Categories: National, US & World News
Huge cache of weapons seized from home, including 35,000 rounds of ammunition
Massachusetts State Police say they also confiscated about 47 illegal firearms and 44 homemade silencers, but they don’t know why Jeffrey Dusti had them Categories: National, US & World News
Calm Weekend, but Severe Weather Comes Back
FRIDAY: We’ll have a mostly cloudy start to the day with a few more breaks developing as the day wears on. There is the chance of an afternoon shower or two but the odds of rain are just 20%. Highs will be in the upper 50s to around 60. FRIDAY NIGHT: Clear and cool with lows down to around 40. SATURDAY: The region…
Documentary features children helped by medical marijuana
“Weed the People” follows the journey of families fighting to gain access to cannabis treatments for their children diagnosed with cancer Categories: National, US & World News
TNF: Nanih Waiya, Gordo and South Lamar Snag Wins
Highlights and scores from Nanih Waiya at Noxapater, Gordo at Pickens County, and South Lamar at Sulligent.
MSU Emphasizes Rebounding For Upcoming Season
Mississippi State women’s basketball coach Vic Schaefer and players address the media before the start of the season.
Local Student-Athletes Sign On The Dotted Line
Student-athletes all around the area signed agree to take their talents to the college level.
A Packed Crowd Gathers For Annual Community Thanksgiving Prayer Service In Columbus
The service allows people from all races and walks of life to come together and worship.
Members of white supremacist group indicted for inciting violence at demonstrations
The four participated in hand-to-hand combat training and then traveled to rallies to attack demonstrators and others, prosecutors said Categories: National, US & World News
Columbus Man Has Worked As A Chef At The White House For Over 20 Years
Rush has cooked for four administrations in the White House.
Tennessee man says “let’s rock” before being executed by electric chair
The U.S. Supreme Court has never ruled whether the use of the electric chair violates the 8th Amendment, but it came close ago after botched executions in Florida in the late 1990s Categories: National, US & World News
CREATE Foundation Highlights Non Profits And Projects Impacting Region
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – The area’s largest community foundation takes a look back at the past year and recognizes locals who are making a positive impact. Tracy Hadley is with “CHANGE Amory” and was able to tell hundreds of people how the CREATE Foundation has helped the small non profit. “CREATE accepted us , and they give us credibility,” Hadley said….
Thursday Morning Storm Damage
The family says they are thankful no one was hurt.