CPD Chief displays guns seized since beginning of year
The Columbus Police Department has seized dozens of guns since the beginning of the year. Chief Joseph Daughtry laid those weapons out at the municipal complex for the public to see.
Columbus City Council moves forward with annexing
On a 4-2 vote, the council approved moving forward with annexing two parcels on the city’s southern and eastern borders.
Columbus police search for gunman after late-night shooting
Police Chief Joseph Daughtry said the 27-year-old victim was brought to the hospital in a personal vehicle at about 11:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Louisville special election goes to runoff
A special election in Louisville will go to a runoff. Steven Hampton and Charles Mays tied at 75 votes each for the Ward 3 Alderman position.
Alabama primary elections: Changes appear for some offices
Some changes appear to be on the table in some west Alabama political offices. In Lamar County, incumbent Probate Judge Sharon Nethery was defeated by Revenue Commissioner David Boyette.
MSU President Keenum responds to legislative proposal
Mississippi State University President Mark E. Keenum today [March 5] responded to a proposal under discussion at the State Capitol regarding the future of MSU and Mississippi University for Women (MUW):
Starkville Women’s Club marks 100 years of service
It’s been 100 years since a group of Starkville ladies decided to form a group to look after their town and community.
Crime Stoppers aims to stop crime, protect tipster’s identity
Usually, after a crime is committed, law enforcement agencies rely heavily on tips from Crime Stoppers. This is why law enforcement is urging the community to use the resource more.
In full force: MUW employs fully-staffed campus police force
For the first time in over a decade, Mississippi University for Women’s Police Department boasts a full staff, and all of its officers are fully certified.
Future of MSMS and MUW: Proposed bill poses major changes
The future of Mississippi University for Women and the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science is in the hands of legislators, with a possible move to operate under Mississippi State University.
DA announces increased reward money in deadly shooting case
Colom, Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott, and the board of supervisors agreed to increase the reward money to $6,000 if a tip leads to an arrest.
Tracing African American roots: Archival expert shares resources
WCBI spoke with a Mississippi State archival expert about resources available at the university to help you trace your family tree.
Deadly shooting investigation: What happened at Club Oasis?
Club Oasis is closed. That’s where the deadly nightclub shooting happened over the weekend. The Clay County Board of Supervisors heard from the owner.
Mother, daughter indicted on child neglect charges in Prentiss Co.
The Prentiss County Grand jury has indicted a mother and daughter on child neglect charges in an abuse case.
LCBS withdraws pledge of support for Columbus clean-up program
The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors is withdrawing its pledge of financial support for a Columbus clean-up program.
West Point PD searches for teen considered armed, dangerous
West Point police continue to search for a teenager considered armed and dangerous. Police Chief Avery Cook said 17-year-old Jamie Jones was wanted for questioning.
Oxford man charged with arson after allegedly setting fire to vehicle
An Oxford man was accused of setting a vehicle on fire in a motel parking lot. 38-year-old Jose Cuellzar was charged with arson.
Fire engulfs abandoned structure on Christopher Road in Columbus
Columbus Fire and Rescue were busy battling flames after an abandoned structure caught fire. Crews responded to the scene on Christopher Road Sunday night.
Lowndes County investigators seek answers in weekend shooting
Lowndes County investigators are trying to piece together a case from this weekend. A man was apparently hit by shrapnel during a shooting.
Itawamba County Animal Shelter hosts ‘Bark for Bucks’
Hundreds enjoyed great weather and family-friendly fun at a fundraiser for an animal shelter in Itawamba County.
ITAWAMBA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Hundreds enjoyed great weather and family-friendly fun at a fundraiser for an animal shelter in Itawamba County. “Barks for Bucks” a group raising money for an animal shelter, held a fundraiser at the Midway Marina. There were games, auction items, a cake walk, a cornhole tournament and other activities. All money raised goes to help…
The Man Church conference heads to Starkville for the first time
The event will take place on March 8th and 9th at Bettersworth Auditorium in Starkville.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Man Church conference is coming to Starkville for the first time. The event will take place on March 8th and 9th at Bettersworth Auditorium in Starkville. Many guests will be speaking including Country Music artist Granger Smith and many others. Founder of the Man church Rick Burgess says Starkville stood out to them, and they…
Columbus locals celebrate ‘Dr. Seuss Day’
March 2nd is known as Dr. Seuss' birthday.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – March 2nd is known as Dr. Seuss’ birthday. Dr. Seuss is a well-known children’s author who wrote popular books such as Oh the Places You’ll Go, Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs and Ham, and many more. Midge Maloney is a children’s book author and shares a birthday with Dr. Seuss. She decided to spend her…
Mother and child struck by vehicle trying to cross street in Tupelo
On March 2, around 9:30 p.m. TPD officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of North Gloster Street and discovered two victims, an adult female and a juvenile.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A mother and child were struck by a vehicle while trying to cross North Gloster Street in Tupelo. The driver left the scene. On March 2, around 9:30 p.m. TPD officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of North Gloster Street and discovered two victims, an adult female and a juvenile. The vehicle is a dark-colored…
TCSO investigates theft of Polaris side-by-side
Sometime between February 23 and February 27, 2024, the side-by-side was stolen from a house on County Road 363 in Iuka.
TISHOMINGO COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Tishomingo County Sheriff’s Office is asking for any information regarding the theft of a Polaris side-by-side. Sometime between February 23 and February 27, 2024, the side-by-side was stolen from a house on County Road 363 in Iuka. The side-by-side is described as a 2019 Polaris RZR XP 1000. It is white and black, with…