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MCSO is investigating a homicide
Monroe County Sheriff Kevin Crook told WCBI, his deputies responded to a call at Smith Chapel Holiness Church Wednesday evening, October 29. When deputies arrived, they found 73-year-old Ollie Hamilton had been violently attacked and was dead.
Pontotoc community help with upcoming pause to SNAP benefits
That's why teachers at South Pontotoc Attendance Center are supporting those who will be affected by the loss of food benefits.
Harold Harris sworn is as new West Point Assistant Chief
The department swore in a new Assistant Chief and two new officers on Thursday, October 30.
Justin Martin recognized as Columbus Firefighter of the Year
A Columbus Firefighter is being recognized by his peers and his community for his hard work and dedication to the job.
Death investigation in Amory now ruled as murder/suicide
We have updates to a story we first brought you last week.
Investigation underway for a reported assault in Alcorn Co.
The Alcorn County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for information regarding an assault case.
Police investigate multiple auto burglaries that occurred in Clay Co.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a rash of auto burglaries that took place early this morning on Thursday, October 30.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs seeks speedy appeals court hearing while he serves a 4-year sentence
According to Associated Press, Hip-hop producer Sean “Diddy” Combs wants a federal appeals court to quickly consider the legality of his conviction on prostitution-related charges and his more than four-year prison sentence.
MS Deputy Sheriff arrested by the FBI in Oxford
The Mississippi Associated Press reports that the arrest of a Mississippi Deputy Sheriff on Thursday morning, October 30, by the FBI was one of several arrests made across multiple law enforcement agencies in the state.
WCBI Sunrise (American Revolution Screening) - 10/30/25
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Mona Vance-Ai and Melissa Duncan-Thomas about the upcoming American Revolution Screening event at the Library.
Animal Health (Eye Problems) - 10/30/25
Today on Animal health, Dr. Karen Emerson talks about her special guest, Tiny, and his problem with his eye.
Aberdeen residents come together for Sandy Clay Rosenwald marker unveiling
Aberdeen Residents came together on Saturday afternoon, October 25, to keep to make sure a small piece of Mississippi history is not forgotten.
Two men arrested for felony shoplifting in Tupelo
Tupelo Police make two arrest for alleged felony shoplifting.
Two arrests made for alleged Grand Larceny in Tupelo
The Tupelo Police Department has made two arrests for alleged Grand Larceny.
Columbus Lowndes Public Library to host Halloween fun for the community
This evening, October 30, the library will host the "Annual Haunted Library" for kids & families from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm with treats, games, and ghostly giggles!
Choctaw County to host Jack o Lantern Jam this Friday night
The Choctaw County Partnership is hosting its Jack o' Lantern Jam event this Friday, October 31, from 5 to 7 pm.