MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – On Saturday, around 360,000 Mississippians were affected by the halt to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. As SNAP benefits come to a pause, it’s getting hard for residents to buy groceries and provide for their households. “It’s sort of sad that the people are getting food taken away from their homes. It’s really sad,” said Glenda…
CORINTH, Miss. (WCBI) A 50-year-old woman was sentenced to twenty years in prison for multiple burglaries. Effie Dawn Thomas of Corinth pled guilty to two charges of burglary of a building and three charges of burglary of a vehicle in the Alcorn County Circuit Court. Circuit Court Judge Michael P. Mills, Jr. sentenced Thomas to serve 20 years in the…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Two men are behind bars in Columbus facing an attempted robbery charge. Around 2:00 Friday afternoon, Columbus Police Officers responded to a report of an attempted robbery in the Lowe’s parking lot. During the investigation, officers learned that 22-year-old Bowen Hanson and 19-year-old Shaun Blanton scheduled a meeting with a potential buyer after posting a vehicle for…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) The government has been shut down for over a month now, and the federal closure is not just affecting families, it is also having an impact on food pantries and non-profit organizations. Unfortunately, a local nonprofit is feeling the effects of the month-long shutdown. Starkville Strong has had a surge in food assistance requests, which is why…
KEMPER COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) The Kemper County Sheriff’s Office still needs your help finding a missing woman. Last Sunday marked twenty-three years since Chassity Reed disappeared while visiting Mississippi. Reed lived in Little Rock, Arkansas at the time of her disappearance. She made contact with a family member in Greenwood and told them that she was on her way to…
WEBSTER COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) A man is behind bars in Webster County tonight facing several charges. Webster County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested Charles Howell. Howell is being charged with drug possession control substance, drug possession paraphernalia, disorderly conduct and commercial burglary of a building. The suspect’s bond was set at $80,000. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X Categories: Crime,…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) A man will be serving 40 years in prison for several crimes. On Friday, Michael D. McIntosh stood before Senior Circuit Court Judge Paul Funderburk, and pled guilty to two counts of aggravated assault, three counts of shooting into a dwelling house, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. When his guilty plea was accepted,…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) It was a day full of fun activities in Columbus on Saturday. Hundreds of people showed for the annual “Memphis Town” Community Day hosted by Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Each year, the event offers free food, games, children’s activities, and music. It also included several different vendors. Event organizer Jacquise Frison said, this is all to…
VARDAMAN, Miss. (WCBI) – Vardaman is showcasing its claim to fame as the Sweet Potato Capital of the World with the annual Sweet Potato Festival. The week-long event brings the community together and welcomes visitors from all over. The 52nd annual Sweet Potato Festival showcases Vardaman’s biggest crop and its hospitality. There were tons of vendors, live music, and plenty of…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) It was a frightening moment for a driver Friday afternoon. The Starkville Fire Department responded to a single motor vehicle accident on 100 Hwy 12 west on Friday afternoon. The accident happened in the Wendy’s parking lot. One person was in the vehicle during the time of the accident. That person suffered minor injuries and had to…
Today on Midday, Grace Brister talks with Brandy and her special guest, Shadow.
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes has active chapters, or ‘huddles’ in about eighty schools across Northeast Mississippi. At Saltillo High School, more than 350 students meet every Friday for their huddle, which includes a time of prayer and a message.
Karriem wrote a letter to the governor declaring a state of emergency for relief efforts for snap beneficiaries and calling a special session for the legislature to address SNAP related funding.
MPB Radio staple, Thacker Mountain Radio Hour, is coming to Columbus for a live show.
There was an increased law enforcement presence at Alcorn Central.
There have been reports of a fire in Aberdeen on Canal Street.
Due to the ongoing Federal government shutdown, Several parks and day-use areas operated by the Army Corps of Engineers will close beginning today, October 31, and will remain closed until further notice.
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.
That’s why teachers at South Pontotoc Attendance Center are supporting those who will be affected by the loss of food benefits.
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Mona Vance-Ai and Melissa Duncan-Thomas about the upcoming American Revolution Screening event at the Library.
Today on Animal health, Dr. Karen Emerson talks about her special guest, Tiny, and his problem with his eye.
Aberdeen Residents came together on Saturday afternoon, October 25, to keep to make sure a small piece of Mississippi history is not forgotten.
Columbus Police make an arrest following a shooting in North Columbus.
A Tupelo gym shows its appreciation to first responders with a free lunch.