Columbus City Leader Involved In Embezzlement Investigation
Bargain Hunt employees called CPD last week about the alleged embezzlement.
Archives: 2018
Bad Well Water Is Impacting Some Noxubee County Residents
NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – All is not well for some Noxubee County residents. A recent test from their private water supply shows their water is bad. Homeowners say it’s been an ongoing issue, but recently, they say the water has gotten worse. That’s what led them to have the water tested. “In 2018, you know, living like we’re living in…
FBI hasn’t contacted Christine Blasey Ford about Kavanaugh claims
The FBI is looking into allegations of sexual assault against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. But so far the FBI hasn’t contacted his accuser, Dr. Christine Blasey Ford. Former Homeland Security Adviser Fran Townsend joins “CBS Evening News” to explain why. Categories: National, US & World News
Vets on a new mission to save the coral reef damaged by hurricanes
The “Force Blue” dive team is made up of former Marines and Navy SEALs Categories: National, US & World News
Suspicious letters sent to Pentagon and Trump
Two letters that arrived at a Pentagon mail facility yesterday have tested positive for the poison ricin. They’ve since been sent to the FBI lab for a more sophisticated analysis. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin reports. Categories: National, US & World News
McConnell pressing for a vote on Kavanaugh later this week
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says he’s pressing ahead with a vote on Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh later this week, after the FBI completes its investigation into sexual assault allegations. But Republicans and Democrats are continuing to argue over what should be included in the probe. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes reports. Categories: National, US & World…
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Tuesday, October 2, 2018
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News” with Jeff Glor. Categories: National, US & World News
Wellness Check in Winston County
WINSTON COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- It’s everything you can do at the doctor’s office and a little more. Glucose and lipid screenings are courtesy of Winston Medical Center Laboratory. Screenings like this serve as an early alert. Al Porter has been coming to the health fair for years. He says he has seen the benefits. “Several years ago they picked up on the…
Few companies using tax cuts for pay hikes
Most businesses have other priorities for the massive windfall from last year’s tax overhaul, including repurchasing stock Categories: National, US & World News
Trump touts new trade deal with Canada and Mexico
President Trump was in Philadelphia on Thursday touting the new U.S. trade agreement with Canada and Mexico. Mr. Trump claims that the NAFTA replacement, known as the USMCA, will bring more auto industry jobs to the U.S. while giving dairy farmers more access to Canadian buyers. Heather Long, economics correspondent at the Washington Post, joined CBSN to discuss the details…
First Lady Melania Trump travels to Africa
First Lady Melania Trump is visiting Africa this week. She arrived in Ghana on Tuesday before traveling to Malawi, Kenya and Egypt. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more on the trip. Categories: National, US & World News
Hundreds of guns stolen in brazen heist found outside Chicago
ATF had said the guns were taken Sunday from a Memphis UPS distribution facility by two men in a U-Haul truck Categories: National, US & World News
Hot Summer Days with Mild Evenings
TONIGHT: Drying out by 9PM with calm winds and lows falling into the upper 60s. Look for a few isolated areas of patchy fog, particularly where rain fell during the day. WEDNESDAY – FRIDAY: Mostly sunny and hot, with highs near 90. It will be pleasant in the evenings and cool at night. Overall things will stay dry, but we can’t rule…
MS AP High School Football Polls — Week Eight
The Mississippi AP releases its high school football rankings for week eight.
Brett Kavanaugh proceedings: Can a Supreme Court justice be impeached?
While it is difficult and rare to impeach a Supreme Court justice — it’s only happened once before the history of the court — it is possible Categories: National, US & World News
Man arrested for allegedly trying buy 8-year-old girl for $200K in Florida Walmart
“He didn’t seem like a threat at first,” said the girl’s mother. After allegedly offering money, Kolb grabbed the child’s wrist and kissed it Categories: National, US & World News
U.S. infrastructure vulnerable to cyberattacks designed to suppress voter turnout
The vulnerability is “the light you turn on. It’s the water you drink. It’s the toilets you flush” Categories: National, US & World News
Trump speaks at Mississippi rally — live updates
It’s the president’s third rally in four days Categories: National, US & World News
Man who lost legs to infection from dog saliva vows to walk again
Greg Manteufel said his experience hasn’t changed how he feels about dogs Categories: National, US & World News
Officer charged in Laquan McDonald death takes stand
Police Officer Jason Van Dyke appeared emotional as he said the black teen advanced towards him and waved a knife Categories: National, US & World News
2 packages with suspected ricin sent to Pentagon, Navy chiefs
Neither envelope entered the Pentagon; Authorities discovered the packages Monday Categories: National, US & World News
The power of women’s anger
In her new book “Good and Mad: The Revolutionary Power of Women’s Anger,” author Rebecca Traister analyzes the anger of women in a historical context and looks into how it can influence the future. Following last week’s testimony from Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and his accuser, Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, many noted their contrasting demeanor. Traister joins CBSN to…
Kids cost parents most when they’re adults
You think diapers and strollers are costly? Just wait until the little darlings turn 18 Categories: National, US & World News
Turning to scientific outliers, EPA says a little radiation may be healthy
The Trump administration is turning to scientific outliers who argue that a bit of radiation damage is actually good for you Categories: National, US & World News