School lockdowns work to keep students safe
Last week Belle-Shivers Middle School went into lockdown twice. The situations triggering those actions were different, but the goal was the same.
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Trump announces new tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese goods
President Trump announced Monday that he is slapping additional tariffs on roughly $200 billion in Chinese imports and threatened to impose even more levies amid an escalating trade dispute. A 10 percent tariff will go into effect Sept. 24, the president said in a statement, and increase to 25 percent on Jan. 1, 2019. If China retaliates, Mr. Trump threatened…
North Carolina governor warns “worst flooding yet” from Florence still to come
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — The death toll from Florence rose Monday to at least 32 people and the governor of North Carolina warned residents the danger is not over as floodwaters continue to rise. A break in the clouds couldn’t diminish the looming threat of overflowing rivers and lakes threatening to swallow whole communities. Brandon Plotnick came to have a look…
Florence leaves thousands stranded in Wilmington, North Carolina
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Kavanaugh, accuser set to testify in public hearing on allegations
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North Carolina governor warns more flooding ahead after Florence
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Deadly tornado touches down near Richmond, Virginia
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Tornado kills at least 1 in Virginia
Last Updated Sep 17, 2018 6:55 PM EDT Severe storms and a tornado spawned by remnants of Hurricane Florence killed at least one person near Richmond, Virginia, leaving a trail of destruction Monday. CBS affiliate WTVR-TV reports that a warehouse in Chesterfield County was reduced to rubble. Chesterfield Fire and EMS spokesperson Lt. Jason Elmore confirms that there was one…
Elizabeth Smart says convicted kidnapper Wanda Barzee is “still a big threat” to the public
Elizabeth Smart (left) with “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King Christopher Spinder/CBS News PARK CITY, Utah – Convicted kidnapper Wanda Barzee is still “a threat to the community,” says survivor Elizabeth Smart, ahead of Barzee’s anticipated release on Wednesday. “I shouldn’t be the only one who’s concerned about her,” Smart told “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King in her first sit-down…
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Monday, September 17, 2018
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Border Patrol agent killed final 2 victims during manhunt, police say
LAREDO, Texas — New details are emerging about how a would-be victim helped stop a killing spree. Sheriff’s deputies said the suspect, a Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) agent, has confessed. Late Monday afternoon, investigators recounted the chilling details of how agent Juan David Ortiz, 35, lured and allegedly murdered four women. Juan David Ortiz Webb County, Texas, Sheriff’s Office…
Three generations share 1 big problem: Student debt
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Lowndes County Fatal Fire Under Investigation
One person died in a mobile home fire in Lowndes County on Monday afternoon.
Previewing the 70th Primetime Emmy Awards
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Browns trade star wide receiver Josh Gordon to Patriots
The Cleveland Browns have traded wide receiver Josh Gordon to the New England Patriots, the team announced Monday. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports that the Patriots are sending the Browns a conditional 2019 fifth-round draft pick in exchange for Gordon. Gordon, 27, has only played a total of 41 games during his six years with the Browns. He has faced…
Taco Bell fires worker who refused to serve English-speaking customer
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High School Students Consider College Options At Local Fair
Hundreds of students met with representatives from colleges and universities.
Tombigbee Electric Power Association Aids in Florence Cleanup Efforts
(WCBI) – It’s been three days since Hurricane Florence rolled into Coastal Carolina. The tropical storm left behind an extensive amount of damage… and now the clean up begins. Several crews headed to the east coast to lend a helping hand including a few lineman from Tupelo. Workers with the Tombigbee Electric Power Association went to the Carolinas over the…
“Cajun Navy” volunteers rescue North Carolina nursing home residents
A group of volunteers all too familiar with devastating flooding have gone to North Carolina to help in the aftermath of Florence. Cajun Navy Relief and Rescue is a non-profit group of volunteers from across the country. The group was created after flooding hit southern Louisiana in 2016. CBS News was with the team in Lumberton as they evacuated 40…
Constitution Day at MUW
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi University for Women students receive a living American history lesson. The school hosted several events for Constitution Day. There were readings of this historic document, a photo booth, and trivia games. Students could also register to vote. All publicly funded education institutions must provide some type of program for American Constitution Day. Organizers say it’s…
Southwire Collecting Supplies For Hurricane Victims
Southwire accepting donations September 19th-21st in Starkville.
Shooting Suspect & Victim Go To Jail
A shooting suspect and the victim in the incident are both arrested.
Warm Weather Continues
The last week of summer is going out with a bang.
Man Charged in Oktibbeha County Burglary
James A. PetersonSource: Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Office OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Take out is quick and convenient, but only legal when the restaurant is open. It’s a lesson Oktibbeha County deputies say James Anthony Peterson is learning. The 35 year-old is now charged with burglary of commercial building. Peterson is accused of breaking into a local barbeque stand. His…