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Monroe County Sheriff’s Office holds a part time police academy

Three nights a week, and some Saturdays, cadets will go through the 307-hour part-time basic training curriculum mandated for all Mississippi Law Enforcement Officers.

March 2, 2024

Allie Martin,

MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – It may be an academy for part-time police officers, but the training cadets receive in Class Four from the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is not a cakewalk. Three nights a week, and some Saturdays, cadets will go through the 307-hour part-time basic training curriculum mandated for all Mississippi Law Enforcement Officers. Monroe County Sheriff Kevin…

Waste Pro hosts ‘Tired of Tires” harvest day in Columbus

Residents were able to dispose of up to 30 tires at no expense.

March 2, 2024

Khamari Haymer,

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Several tires have been dumped on the side of the road in the city of Columbus. This is why Waste Pro hosted a ‘Tired of Tires” harvest day. Residents were able to dispose of up to 30 tires at no expense. Columbus’ Ward 5 Councilman Stephen Jones says this harvest event helps keep the city of…

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Local group marches in response to recent gun violence

March 2, 2024

Khamari Haymer,

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – For some Clay County residents, the month of March is shaping up to be an effort to respond to recent acts of violence. Several religious leaders started the Community Action Group as a way to show they wanted change in the city of West Point. Belinda Rice is the founder of the group. She said…

Road closure in Tupelo may affect Monday morning commute

South Thomas St. from Ewell Ave. to Confederate Ave. in Tupelo will be closed on Monday morning, March 4, at 8 a.m.

March 2, 2024

Grace Brister,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – For those of you in Tupelo, your commute to work may be affected Monday morning. South Thomas St. from Ewell Ave. to Confederate Ave. in Tupelo will be closed on Monday morning, March 4, at 8 a.m. Tupelo Water and Light crews will repair a sewer line. Detour signs will divert traffic to Stewart Drive. That…

WPPD searches for man wanted on multiple charges

This suspect is identified as Eric Jibree Brooks.

March 2, 2024

Grace Brister,

WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – The West Point Police Department needs your help in locating a wanted person for Felony Fleeing, Felony Possession of Controlled Substances and several others. This suspect is identified as Eric Jibree Brooks. Brooks lives in West Point. He is a black male, approximately 5’9 weighing 180 pounds. Contact Crimestoppers at (662) 494-0109 with any tips…

MBI investigates officer-involved shooting in Lauderdale County

The incident occurred on March 1st on Poplar Springs Drive in Meridian.

March 2, 2024

Grace Brister,

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Department. The incident occurred on March 1st on Poplar Springs Drive in Meridian. A deputy with the sheriff’s department was attempting to initiate a traffic stop on an alleged drunk driver. A passenger was asked to exit the vehicle when he…

Charges filed in alleged kidnapping case and led to fatal shooting

Mario Dillard is charged with manslaughter.

March 2, 2024

Allie Martin,

LEE COUNTY, Miss. – Charges have been filed in connection with a case that began as an alleged kidnapping and led to a fatal shooting. Mario Dillard is charged with manslaughter. The Lee County man had his bond set at 20 thousand dollars during an initial appearance Saturday morning on March 2. Dillard is charged in connection with the fatal…

Radio is changing, shows and stations are adapting

After over 30 years, the Rick and Bubba show is signing off.

March 1, 2024

Grace Brister,

What started in a college Spanish class for two young men turned into something local. And then went national. Now, after over 30 years, the Rick and Bubba show is signing off.

Watch for water: Heavy rains leave debris, water on roads

March 1, 2024

Kaitlyn Yeatman,

Since early in the morning, the area had been seeing heavy rainfall causing rapid flooding on roads throughout the area.

Prentiss Co. EMA Director reflects on response to helicopter crash

Local agencies will hold a debriefing to look at things that went well and areas that need improvement

March 1, 2024

Allie Martin,

It has been one week since a Mississippi National Guard helicopter crashed in a wooded area in Prentiss County claiming the lives of both soldiers on board.

Flowers trial could prove game-changing in other violent crime trials

March 1, 2024

Eric Lampkin,

A trial held this week in Columbus could prove to be a game-changer in how some violent crimes were prosecuted.

Clay Co. man faces charges in connection with domestic incident

March 1, 2024

Joey Barnes,

A Clay County man is facing several charges in connection with a domestic incident. 42-year-old Harvey Young was charged with simple assault, aggravated assault, and robbery.

Columbus firefighters rescue people after heavy rains flood homes

March 1, 2024

Joey Barnes,

Heavy rains flooded some Columbus homes and some people had to be rescued. Two houses were impacted on Bell Avenue.

Mississippi House Bill could open door to Sunday liquor store sales

March 1, 2024

Joey Barnes,

A bill making its way through the Mississippi legislature could open the door to liquor store sales on Sunday.

Car stalls in flood waters in downtown Columbus

March 1, 2024

Joey Barnes,

More than two inches of rain in just a few hours flooded Columbus streets. 15th Street South and College Street normally overflow during heavy rains.

Cross-state pursuit: Search continues for driver, passenger arrested

March 1, 2024

Joey Barnes,

Law enforcement continues to search for the driver who crossed state lines in a high-speed pursuit. However, the passenger did not get away.

High-speed chase and manhunt across state lines

February 29, 2024

Joey Barnes,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- A high-speed chase and manhunt combination that crossed state lines is underway. According to the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office, Pickens County Alabama deputies were in pursuit of at least two suspects heading west. The chase ended on Bluecutt Road and John Hancock Drive in Columbus. So far, one person is in custody but law enforcement…

Amnesty Program: Columbus Cuts Deal With People Who Owe Fines

Columbus cuts deal for people owing fines with Amnesty Program

February 29, 2024

MorrisAdmin,

The City of Columbus has a limited-time offer for people with outstanding fines in Municipal Court. In an effort to get more people to settle up, the city is ready to cut a deal.

Book of Golden Deeds: Columbus Exchange Club honors man

February 29, 2024

Eric Lampkin,

After a career in the corporate world, a Columbus transplant moved into ministry and has found his niche helping those who need it most in his community.

Investigation: Alleged kidnapping leads to fatal shooting in Shannon

February 29, 2024

Allie Martin,

The case began when Lee County Sheriff’s Deputies answered a 911 call from NMMC Tuesday afternoon about a kidnapping involving a teenage girl.

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Students show off math skills at annual tournament in Columbus

February 29, 2024

Kealy Shields,

High school students put their math skills to the test for the annual Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Tournament hosted by the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science.

Winston County officials crack down on suspects in fatal shooting

"I've had numerous complaints about a lot of alcohol and drug use at the place," Perkins said.

February 29, 2024

Grace Brister,

Sheriff Mike Perkins said this wasn’t the first problem he had dealt with at the club since he took office in January.

Tommy Lee Flowers, Jr. found guilty of all counts

February 29, 2024

Eric Lampkin,

Guilty of all counts was the verdict for a Lowndes County man standing trial for felony murder. Attorneys for Tommy Lee Flowers, Jr. presented his side of that case in a Lowndes County courtroom.

City-owned event center in Columbus could see some upgrades

February 29, 2024

Eric Lampkin,

At a work session, the Columbus City Council and Mayor Keith Gaskin opened bids for improvements on Regal Hall and the Trotter Convention Center.

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office holds a part time police academy

Three nights a week, and some Saturdays, cadets will go through the 307-hour part-time basic training curriculum mandated for all Mississippi Law Enforcement Officers.

Waste Pro hosts ‘Tired of Tires” harvest day in Columbus

Residents were able to dispose of up to 30 tires at no expense.

Local group marches in response to recent gun violence

Road closure in Tupelo may affect Monday morning commute

South Thomas St. from Ewell Ave. to Confederate Ave. in Tupelo will be closed on Monday morning, March 4, at 8 a.m.

WPPD searches for man wanted on multiple charges

This suspect is identified as Eric Jibree Brooks.

MBI investigates officer-involved shooting in Lauderdale County

The incident occurred on March 1st on Poplar Springs Drive in Meridian.

Charges filed in alleged kidnapping case and led to fatal shooting

Mario Dillard is charged with manslaughter.

Radio is changing, shows and stations are adapting

After over 30 years, the Rick and Bubba show is signing off.

Watch for water: Heavy rains leave debris, water on roads

Prentiss Co. EMA Director reflects on response to helicopter crash

Local agencies will hold a debriefing to look at things that went well and areas that need improvement

Flowers trial could prove game-changing in other violent crime trials

Clay Co. man faces charges in connection with domestic incident

Columbus firefighters rescue people after heavy rains flood homes

Mississippi House Bill could open door to Sunday liquor store sales

Car stalls in flood waters in downtown Columbus

Cross-state pursuit: Search continues for driver, passenger arrested

High-speed chase and manhunt across state lines

Columbus cuts deal for people owing fines with Amnesty Program

Book of Golden Deeds: Columbus Exchange Club honors man

Investigation: Alleged kidnapping leads to fatal shooting in Shannon

Students show off math skills at annual tournament in Columbus

Winston County officials crack down on suspects in fatal shooting

"I've had numerous complaints about a lot of alcohol and drug use at the place," Perkins said.

Tommy Lee Flowers, Jr. found guilty of all counts

City-owned event center in Columbus could see some upgrades

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