Archives: 2018

Dreadful Weather Today; Nicer Weather Next Week.

TODAY: Dreary weather all day, with widespread rain and cloudy skies. Temperatures will hover in the mid to upper 50s through the day. East-southeast winds at 7-15 mph. Showers continue overnight. Lows in the low 50s. FRIDAY: A few lingering showers, especially in the morning. Highs in the low 60s under mostly cloudy skies. Winds could gust to 20 mph out of…

Burmese Python Invasion: CBSN Originals preview

Invasive species like the Burmese Python, Lionfish and Asian Carp are wreaking havoc as they spread. A new CBSN Originals documentary explores whether it’s too late to tip the balance. Watch the premiere Sunday at 8 p.m. ET on CBSN. Categories: National, US & World News

CBSN Originals preview: Burmese Python Invasion

Foreign invaders like the Burmese Python, Lionfish and Asian Carp are devouring native U.S. species, threatening the natural ecosystem and local economies. CBSN Originals explores how they got here and whether anything can stop them. Watch the premiere Sunday at 8 p.m. ET on CBSN. Categories: National, US & World News

Christmas Shopping with a Cause

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – October isn’t over yet, but the Tupelo Furniture Market is already a Winter Wonderland as Sanctuary Hospice’s annual Celebration Village kicks off.  It’s a chance to cross a few names off your list and support a worthy cause.   Categories: Local News

Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- From homicides, to robberies, to drug investigations, police rely on help from the community to solve crime. For the past 27 years, Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers has paid the public for their tips when they lead to an arrest and conviction in a case. The anonymous line has helped law enforcement make 1,428 arrests since it began…

Some migrants in caravan ask to be sent back to Honduras

There are signs the caravan of Central American migrants heading for the U.S. border might be losing steam. The Mexican government said around 1,700 people asked for asylum and nearly 500 requested to be sent back to Honduras. CBS News national correspondent Adriana Diaz reports. Categories: National, US & World News

Bancorpsouth Arena Celebrates 25 Years Making Major Impact On Region

TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – The area’s largest arena for concerts,  meetings and other events is celebrating a milestone. Since opening 25 years ago, the Bancorpsouth Arena has attracted concerts, career expos and festivals. In 2013, the arena also took over day to day operations at the conference center.  Both venues average 500 events each year. “We were built to enhance the…