Expert warns of scam spikes during times of crisis
A social media post has been circulating featuring a damaged vehicle from a local utility and an injured man. Communication experts say its common to see an uptick in scams during a time of crisis.
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Crew members continue working to keep roads open, MDOT says
The Mississippi Department of Transportation said crews are still working to keep roads open after Winter Storm Fern. MDOT is urging emergency travel only.
4 County CEO gives update on recovery efforts in Lowndes Co.
Closer to home today was the first relatively good weather day since the weekend.
Providing hope and a hot meal for those impacted by the ice storm
A local ministry is bringing hope and a hot meal to hundreds across our area impacted by the winter storm.
Boil water notice issued for the town of Maben
The Town of Maben has issued a precautionary boil water advisory for all residents and customers due to low water pressure.
Two more deaths reported in connection with winter storm
Two more deaths in Mississippi have been attributed to this weekend's winter storm, and one of those was in Alcorn County.
Yale University to offer free tuition to families who earn less than $200,000 a year
Sources from CBS say Yale University said Tuesday it plans to offer free tuition to U.S. households with annual incomes of less than $200,000 starting this upcoming academic year.
MSU's Archival Project Coordinator shares insights on Lincoln collection
MSU's Mitchell Memorial Library is home to the Ulysses S. Grant Presidential library and the largest private collection of memorabilia related to President Abraham Lincoln.
Federal Reserve meets Wednesday for its first interest rate decision of 2026. Here's what to expect.
According to CBS, President Trump has pressed the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, but central bank officials are unlikely to deliver a first cut of 2026 when they announce their next policy move on Wednesday.
Pinterest cites artificial intelligence in laying off 15% of workforce
CBS News reports that Pinterest plans to cut its workforce by 15% this year, a move the company said will allow it to reallocate resources to the build-out of its artificial intelligence capabilities.
Man hospitalized after exchanging gunfire with Border Patrol agents in Arizona, law enforcement officials say
Sources from CBS News say a man was hospitalized after allegedly exchanging gunfire with Border Patrol agents in Arizona on Tuesday, according to the FBI and a law enforcement source.
South Carolina measles outbreak is now larger than Texas 2025 outbreak, new data shows
According to CBS News, South Carolina has recorded nearly 800 measles cases in its ongoing outbreak, according to state data, surpassing the number of cases linked to a 2025 Texas outbreak.
Reform Water warns customers about discolored water/ low pressure
The Reform User Water Association in Choctaw County said some customers may experience discolored water and low pressure.
Crew members work to repair damage from winter weather in Starkville
Crews are still working to repair damage from the winter storm fern and manpower is needed more than ever.
Trump visiting Iowa to kick off midterm election campaigning
CBS News reports that President Trump is traveling to Iowa on Tuesday to speak on the economy and rally voters because the state is a key part of his team's strategy for helping Republicans hold onto power in the House.
Motorcycle gang members accused of targeting Indiana judge for assassination when they shot him, his wife
Sources from CBS News say that police accused members of a motorcycle club and a street gang of targeting a judge for assassination earlier this month in Lafayette, Indiana, alleging the shooting that left the judge and his wife wounded was part of a scheme to derail a domestic abuse case against one of the attackers.
Jeffries says House Democrats will move to impeach Noem if Trump doesn't fire her
According to CBS News, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Tuesday that Democrats will move to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem if she is not fired