Alcorn Co. Sheriff's Department finds inmate unresponsive in his cell
According to the Alcorn County Sheriff's Department, an inmate was found in a single cell unresponsive.
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Student in custody after a safety concern at Alcorn Central High School
The Alcorn County Sheriff's Office received a tip regarding a safety concern involving a vehicle coming onto campus.
Following Trump’s lead, some GOP states seek to limit environmental regulations
According to AP, some Republican legislators are looking to restrict their states’ ability to set environmental regulations
‘Ridiculous’ plan developed at Florida zoo saves wild rhino’s eyesight in Africa
Associated Press reports that Corralling a wild rhinoceros into a small chute to give it eyedrops might seem like a crazy plan. But if it’s crazy and it works, then it’s not crazy.
New Jersey Catholic diocese agrees to $180 million settlement of clergy sexual abuse allegations
Sources from Associated Press say that a New Jersey Catholic diocese this week agreed to a $180 million settlement to resolve allegations of clergy sexual abuse, a figure far exceeding agreements in some large dioceses but still dwarfed by other massive settlements.
Late-night host Stephen Colbert isn’t backing down from public dispute with CBS bosses
According to Associated Press, Stephen Colbert isn’t backing down in an extraordinary public dispute with his bosses at CBS over what he can air on his late-night talk show.
Mid-Morning (Speech Language and Pathology Program) - 02/18/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks to Jianwen Crump about speech language/ pathology program at the "W".
WCBI Sunrise (What you need to know Wednesday) - 02/18/26
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Nick Hairston about what you need to know this Wednesday.
Fifth person charged with child-related sex crimes in Pickens Co.
20-year-old Caminion Gary was booked into the Pickens County Jail on Tuesday. He is facing Felony Sexual abuse, Felony transmitting obscene material to a child by computer, and felony Molestation-enticing a child.
Four Pickens County Teachers arrested; District issues statement
The school said they are cooperating with authorities, and because this is an active investigation, they cannot comment on specific details at this time.
Contractors work on new roof for East Columbus Gym
Contractors are now working on the roof at the East Columbus Gym, a space many in Ward Two call a second home.
Mississippi Arts Commission's Leslie Barker visits Columbus Arts Council
Places like the Columbus Arts Council and similar organizations rely on grants to keep operations running smoothly.
Nettleton plans recreational complex on 40 plus acres of city owned land
The town of Nettleton has plans to develop a 44-acre tract of city-owned land into a recreation complex.
Midday (Annual Black Walls Street Event) - 02/17/26
Today on Midday, Lathomas McClelland, and Queen Cullens talk with Kealy about the annual Black Walls Street Event in West Point, Mississippi
Trinity Place Retirement Community celebrates Mardi Gras with annual parade
Local business leaders, city officials, and healthcare staff at Trinity Place Retirement Community marched through the halls for its annual Mardi Gras parade.