Pursuit Leaves Deputies Injured In Tishomingo County
The suspect was holding two people against their will with a 9mm semi-automatic pistol.
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President of Delta Radio Network Responds To National Backlash
A federal jury determined that the DJ assaulted and battered Taylor Swift by grabbing her under her skirt as they posed for a photo.
More Heavy Rain Tuesday Night
MONDAY NIGHT: Clouds increase and there is a chance for some late night showers. Lows will be generally in the low 40s. TUESDAY: Look for cloudy skies along with a 40% chance of showers during the daylight hours. Highs are going to range from the upper 40s near the Tennessee border to the low 60s south of Columbus. TUESDAY NIGHT:…
Eupora Home Gutted In Morning Blaze
There was heavy damage on the inside the of the house. The exact cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Police Need Help Identifying Fast-Food Burglar
Cameras show the man breaking in through the drive-thru window at Connie’s Fried Chicken on South Gloster yesterday.
Dow Plunges Over 1,000 Points
The Dow’s drop Monday was its biggest in terms of points, but it had a larger percentage drop as recently in 2011.
Natalee Holloway’s Mother Sues Over TV Series About Daughter
She says she endured “agonizing weeks” of uncertainty while the show played out, even providing a DNA sample for testing.
Lawmakers Get Subpoenas For Campaign Finance Records
At least two lawmakers confirmed to The Associated Press that they had received subpoenas from the attorney general’s office.
Two Drug Arrests Made In Monroe County
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Monroe County investigators make two unrelated drug arrests. Sheriff Cecil Cantrell says, Michael Wayne Kennedy, of Aberdeen was picked up Sunday, February 4, during a traffic stop. Michael Kennedy The 47-year-old, was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance, after deputies say they found him with drugs. In an unrelated traffic stop, 44-year-old Johnny Lynn…
Arby’s Closes Deal For Buffalo Wild Wings
NEW YORK (AP) – Arby’s has completed its deal to buy Buffalo Wild Wings and created a new company named Inspire Brands that will run the chains. Inspire Brands will oversee Arby’s, Buffalo Wild Wings and a small chain with about 30 locations called R Taco. Arby’s, known for its meaty sandwiches, has more than 3,400 restaurants; Buffalo Wild Wings…
Lawmakers Discuss Bill for Military Veterans with Service Animals
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) – Some military veterans could gain the right to have service animals with them wherever needed in Mississippi. House Bill 944 says veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder could have support animals in hotels, businesses and other places. People who are blind or physically impaired are already allowed to have service animals in such places. The bill specifies…
Jacob’s Jambalaya
In honor of Mardi Gras coming up, we’re adding a little “Cajun” to the crock-pot! Jacob’s got a slow cooker Jambalaya recipe you’ll fall in love with! Options: if you like your Jambalaya with a little more heat, you can add a little cayenne pepper and up the Cajun seasoning a bit. You can always wait until the end to…
A Wetter Pattern This Week.
TODAY: Mostly sunny in the morning, becoming partly cloudy in the afternoon. Highs in the low 50s. Clouds continue to increase overnight. Lows in the upper 30s. TUE/WED: Round 1 of rain this week moves in starting on Tuesday. Scattered to numerous showers during the day Tuesday, mainly in the late afternoon and evening. Highs in the upper 50s. Rain becomes…
Super Bowl Sunday Preparations
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Although the Super Bowl has come and gone, fans spent all weekend getting ready for the big game. Super Bowl Sunday is a big day for football fans and grocery stores. “We kind of got out early, got the house clean, got together and striped the grill clean, and now we’re out shopping,” says Jerome Brooks. Vowell’s…
George County Inmate On The Run
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A George County inmate with ties to the Golden Triangle remains on the run tonight. The Mississippi Department of Corrections says 37-year-old Eugene Robinson escaped from the George County Regional Facility on Saturday night. MDOC says he stole a truck from an officer at George County Corrections Facility in Lucedale, Mississippi. The stolen truck is described…
Man Killed By Train in Nettleton
NETTLETON, Miss. (WCBI) – A man in Monroe County is dead after being struck by a train. Monroe County Coroner Alan Gurley says the man was instantly killed. 32-year-old Marconi Perez of Guatemala was walking south on a railroad track when he was struck by a BNSF train. The accident happened around noon earlier today just south of the Main Street…
Plenty of Sunshine Monday
TONIGHT: Skies will be mostly clear as temperatures drop into the upper 20s. Winds will be from the north at 10-15 mph. MONDAY: High pressure settles over the region leading to clear skies and relatively light winds. Highs will be in the low 50s and lows will be in the upper 30s. TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY: Tuesday will start out mostly sunny, but…
New Expectations for Women in Mississippi Chocolate Fundraiser
Visitors at the Barnes Crossing Mall in Tupelo got a special treat.
Video: Itawamba AHS Sweeps Caledonia In Divisional Hoops
Itawamba AHS boys’ and girls’ basketball teams picked up big divisional wins at home against Caledonia.
Tupelo AKA’s Go Red For Heart Health
A Tupelo sorority is taking physical fitness and proper diet seriously this weekend.
Video: Ingomar Rolls Past Jackson Academy In Battle Of Defending Champs
Back-to-back defending 2A state champion Ingomar Lady Falcons improve to 28-1 on the season with a dominant, 58-39 win over Jackson Academy.
Video: #18 Tennessee Shoots The Lights Out In Second Half To Down Ole Miss
Rebels fall to 0-7 in true road tests in blowout loss to #18 Tennessee.
Video: Peters Leads Bulldogs To Third Straight Win
Lamar Peters drops 20 points in return to starting lineup to lead Bulldogs over Georgia.
AKA hosts “Pink Goes Red” Zumba Session
Meanwhile, the Starkville chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority encouraged the community to get in motion as well to help fight heart disease.