Appeal denied: Lydia Martinez life sentence still stands
Lydia Martinez appealed her conviction alleging a violation of her right to a speedy trial, an improper venue, and a failure by the trial court to provide a sufficient record for her appeal.
Community rallies behind Starkville High basketball coach
Most school board meetings don’t draw large crowds, but that was not the case in Starkville. The gallery was packed fuller than normal.
Power out at Tupelo Middle: Students sent home
Heavy rain overnight and this morning are creating headaches across north Mississippi. A power outage canceled classes at Tupelo Middle School.
4-County talks energy saving – 04/10/2024
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Woman turns herself in for alleged embezzlement in Oktibbeha Co.
A woman in Oktibbeha County turned herself in for stealing from her place of work. Kimberly Massey allegedly stole an undisclosed amount from EDC Doss Electric Company.
J5 speaks after not guilty verdict in federal court
J5 founders and partners were acquitted in federal court on charges related to mishandling COVID relief funds.
Tenn-Tom Waterway Development Authority says ‘business is good’
Business on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway is good, even if there are some roadblocks. That’s part of the message Tenn-Tom Waterway Development Authority Administrator Mitch Mays shared.
State health department conducts mental health training at WPPD
All too often, law enforcement officers are the first contact for a person experiencing a mental health crisis. And sometimes that mental health crisis can look like something else.
Columbus Fire & Rescue proves performance to keep accreditation
There are nearly 28,000 fire departments in the United States, but only around 400 are accredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International.
Good News with Colin – 04/09/2024
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Tales from the Crypt – 04/09/2024
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International Fiesta – 04/09/2024
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On the Beat (Richard Schwartz – Insurance after a Wreck) – 04/09/24
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Industry experts buckle up for future of electric vehicles
Electric vehicles could make up as much as half of car sales by 2035. That’s a lot of vehicles on the road, even with the future of EVs somewhat uncertain.
MSU students make best of cloud-covered solar eclipse viewing
Mississippi State University had a solar eclipse watch party inside of the theater in the Bost Building.
Shootings leave Bell Avenue residents unsettled
"I hope they catch them. Hurry up and catch them."
Over 30 shell casings discovered this weekend on Bell Avenue are evidence of the third shooting incident this year alone.
Suspect in Corinth assault investigation turns himself in
Update: Dezmond Irons turned himself in.
Tech Byte (Solar Eclipse)-04/05/24
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WCBI brings home some high honors from MAB award ceremony
Many of the state’s best and brightest in broadcasting met in Jackson for the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters Excellence in Broadcasting Awards ceremony.
West Point woman dies in Monroe County ATV crash
A West Point woman was killed in a Monroe County ATV crash. 21-year-old Anihya Nesbitt died at Monroe Regional Hospital in Aberdeen on Saturday night.
MSU Block and Bridle Club had their annual Cow Crawl race
Participants had the opportunity to run the 5K with their dogs. It was a race for those with two legs and their four-legged friends.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi State Block and Bridle Club hosted their annual Cow Crawl 5k race. Participants had the opportunity to run the 5K with their dogs. It was a race for those with two legs and their four-legged friends. It is a perfect fit for the host group – Block and Bridle. “So Block and Bridle is…
Local icon Charles “Lala” Evans honored through museum exhibit
He is also known for his colorful yard known as "Lala Land", covered in umbrellas, tables and chairs, and his museum in the Needmore community of Starkville. "Lala Land" serves as the inspiration for the Black Prairie Blues Museum's latest exhibit.
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – “You know we all need a little Charles in us,” Deborah Mansfield said. Charles “Lala” Evans is a well-known face around the Starkville area. He was the first black mail carrier in town, as well as the first black bus driver for MSU. He is also known for his colorful yard known as “Lala Land”, covered…
Suspect captured after 5 hour multi-county chase
A law enforcement officer from Winston County began pursuing 21-year-old Bronco Lane Reid of Forest this morning.
CHOCTAW COUNTY, OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, SCOTT COUNTY, WINSTON COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A man has been captured after leading law enforcement agencies on a multi-county chase that lasted about 5 hours. A law enforcement officer from Winston County began pursuing 21-year-old Bronco Lane Reid of Forest this morning. Winston County Sheriff Mike Perkins tells WCBI News the suspect allegedly stole a…
MUW’s campus goes under lockdown after reports of shots fired
A Columbus police spokesman said gunfire was reported in the 1700 block of Bell Avenue.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi University for Women’s campus was under lockdown for nearly an hour on Saturday, April 6. At 8:18 p.m. the W Alert sent reports of shots fired on Mississippi University for Women’s Campus. The report said “Initiate lockdown procedures now! The W PD has received reports of multiple shots fired coming from the East of…