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…
Mass shooting at Oasis Lounge leads to injuries and a death
The Oasis Lounge on Hwy 45 just north of West Point was the scene of a mass shooting, leaving a 20-year-old woman dead and a dozen other people injured.
CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – In the early morning hours on March 3, a once bustling nightclub was shut down. The Oasis Lounge on Hwy 45 just north of West Point was the scene of a mass shooting, leaving a 20-year-old woman dead and a dozen other people injured. Law enforcement said this isn’t the first time Oasis has seen…
Spring has sprung in Columbus with Downtown Spring Open House
This Saturday, March 2, was Columbus's annual Downtown Spring Open House. This is one of many events Main Street Columbus hosts to bring people out and about.
COLUMBUS, MS. (WCBI) – This Saturday was Columbus’s annual Downtown Spring Open House. This is one of many events Main Street Columbus hosts to bring people out and about. Barbara Bigelow of Main Street Columbus said these events help bring foot traffic to local shops. “The more opportunities we can make people come downtown the better it is for our…
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.
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.
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…
Local group marches in response to recent gun violence
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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
A trial held this week in Columbus could prove to be a game-changer in how some violent crimes were prosecuted.