Tupelo team works hard to provide a hand up to local homeless population
The change in temperatures means an influx of homeless people for the city of Tupelo.
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Sweet Peppers Deli to host fundraiser for community member battling cancer
Sweet Peppers Deli in Columbus is rallying behind a local community member battling terminal cancer.
All DHS workers to be paid by end of week for past 6 weeks of shutdown
Sources from CBS say that Markwayne Mullin, the secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, promised Tuesday that DHS employees affected by the ongoing government shutdown can expect to receive paychecks by the end of the week.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson is released after being kidnapped in Iraq, sources say
According to CBS News, American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been freed after militants from the Iranian-backed Kata'ib Hezbollah kidnapped her in Iraq one week ago, according to two Iraqi government sources and a source familiar with the situation.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche says he's open to serving in job permanently
CBS News reports that Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said Tuesday that he'd be willing to serve as the attorney general permanently if asked by President Trump, after Pam Bondi was ousted from the post last week.
Former Assistant Police Chief charged with embezzlement in Okolona
The former assistant police chief in Okolona is charged with embezzlement after an investigation by the Mississippi Attorney General's Office.
Raising a child now costs over $300,000 in the U.S., study finds. See how your state compares.
Sources from CBS News say that raising a child comes with a long list of expenses, from child care to additional groceries. But how much does that add up to over 18 years?
Columbus's Market Street Festival is celebrating 30 years
Columbus's Market Street Festival is celebrating 30 years this year, and Main Street Columbus is gearing up for the big event.
AI will affect more than half of all U.S. jobs, analysis finds
According to CBS News, artificial intelligence will dramatically change the nature of work, but stop short of replacing most employees, according to a recent analysis.
Tupelo Homelessness Task Force provide resources and help for the homeless
Tupelo’s Homelessness Task Force brings organizations together to provide resources and help for those who want to get off the streets.
Drivers to expect a closure on Steens-Vernon Road in Lowndes Co.
Some drivers in Lowndes County will need to plan for an alternate route tomorrow.
Remains of a World War II soldier from Mississippi have been identified
A World War II soldier who died as a Prisoner of War in the Philippines will be laid to rest this month in his hometown.
Flag football season off to a strong start for West Point Green Wave
The West Point Green Wave flag football team is off and running in year one, and they're wasting no time making noise in the growing world of flag football.
Lowndes Co. Sheriff reminds citizens to stay focused when behind the wheel
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the Lowndes County Sheriff's Office wants to remind citizens that a glance at your phone can have lifelong consequences.
Bill Gates to appear before House Oversight Committee as part of Epstein probe
Sources from CBS News say that Bill Gates will appear before the House Oversight Committee for a transcribed interview as part of the panel's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, according to a source familiar with the plans.
Lawsuit challenges Justice Department memo that declared presidential records law unconstitutional
According to CBS News, a pair of organizations filed a lawsuit Monday challenging the Justice Department's determination that a federal law requiring the preservation of certain presidential records is unconstitutional.
Midday (Police Ball) - 04/07/26
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Sheriff Eddie Scott (Clay County) and Asst. Chief Harold Harris (West Point Police Dept.)