Oasis shooting: Hometown hero recovers from mass shooting
Law enforcement is still investigating the Oasis mass shooting, while the loved ones of the victims plead for an end to the violence.
Crime
Ex-cop in Bruce sentenced for having child sexual abuse materials
A former police officer and part-time volunteer firefighter in Bruce will spend the next 10 years in prison for possessing child sexual abuse materials.
Aberdeen woman faces charges for allegedly threatening witness
An Aberdeen woman is in the Monroe County Jail accused of threatening a witness in a criminal case.
Amory man arrested for allegedly stealing 4-wheeler, motorcycle
An Amory man is in the Monroe County Jail accused of shopping for new vehicles on somebody else's property.
Man wanted in Noxubee County turns himself in
The man wanted for a weekend shooting that injured a woman in Noxubee County is now behind bars.
UPDATE: Suspect in Columbus shooting behind bars
Columbus police have identified a suspect in a shooting earlier this month that left one man seriously injured. An arrest warrant has been issued for Kerry Smith.
Columbus police investigate shooting inside nightclub
Chief Joseph Daughtry said officers were called to Club Ada, in the 2000 block of 13th Avenue North, early Sunday morning.
Tupelo man awaits trial after being arrested for 2023 robbery
A Tupelo man is awaiting trial after being arrested for a 2023 robbery. Tupelo police arrested Jacquez Rice on a warrant for strong-armed robbery.
Caledonia woman faces charge after allegedly hitting man with car
Caledonia woman was accused of hitting a man with her car at a Columbus motel. 23-year-old Macy Barnes was charged with aggravated assault.
Two Columbus men face drug charges in Clay County
Timothy Hudgins and Treveon Hudgins were both charged with aggravated trafficking of a controlled substance while in possession of a firearm and some misdemeanors.
Educator arrested for allegedly sending explicit pictures to child
The investigation into a north Mississippi educator allegedly sending explicit pictures to a child continues. Rachel Rock was charged with enticement of a child.
Noxubee County deputies make arrest in shooting investigation
Noxubee County deputies made an arrest in a shooting investigation. Zachary Slaughter was charged with shooting into a dwelling and malicious mischief.
Joint effort tracks down national fugitive in Lowndes County
The Lowndes County Sheriff's Department tracked down a national fugitive in east Columbus and spoke with WCBI about the takedown.
Lawsuit against sheriff: Clay County dropped from claim
A former investigative assistant in Clay County may move forward with her lawsuit against Sheriff Eddie Scott. But Clay County has been dropped from the claim.
Prentiss Co. deputies arrest three people on child abuse charges
The Prentiss County Sheriff's Office arrested three members of the same family on child abuse, neglect, and endangerment charges.
Prentiss County man faces felony child deprivation charge
24-year-old Dylan Atnip reportedly called the sheriff's department, he later called back canceling the request for help because he had found the child.
Man faces charges after Columbus homeowner reports burglary
A man from Columbus is facing charges after investigators said a homeowner caught him stealing.
Man wanted in North Carolina arrested in Lowndes County
A west Alabama man who was wanted in North Carolina on child sex crimes was arrested in Lowndes County.
Pontotoc Co. deputies investigate report of shots fired at vehicles
The Pontotoc County Sheriff's Department is investigating reports of shots being fired at vehicles, and they need your help finding the shooters.
Traffic stop leads to drug arrest in Webster County
A traffic stop in Webster County led to a drug arrest. The Mathiston Police Department made a stop on a vehicle which led to the arrest of Raymond Patrick.
Columbus City Councilman Pierre Beard back behind bars
Columbus City Councilman Pierre Beard is back behind bars, once again. The Ward 4 city leader was taken into custody after Tuesday morning's special called city council meeting.
Clay County Board of supervisors makes new rules for club owners
Supervisors are making changes they believe will keep nightspots safe and hopefully prevent another tragedy from happening. This morning's meeting is one of a series of changes happening to the party scene.
Macon woman found guilty of violating dog ordinance after attack
A Macon woman was found guilty of violating a dog ordinance after an attack. Lise Nelson was also fined more than $127 after the guilty verdict for violating the city's vicious dog ordinance.