Columbus firefighters rescue people after heavy rains flood homes
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
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
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
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
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…
Columbus cuts deal for people owing fines with Amnesty Program
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
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
The case began when Lee County Sheriff’s Deputies answered a 911 call from NMMC Tuesday afternoon about a kidnapping involving a teenage girl.
Students show off math skills at annual tournament in Columbus
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.
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
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
At a work session, the Columbus City Council and Mayor Keith Gaskin opened bids for improvements on Regal Hall and the Trotter Convention Center.
Important dates for absentee voting in party primaries
Circuit Clerks’ Offices will be open this Saturday, March 2, and next Saturday, March 9 from 8 a.m. until noon for in-person absentee voting.
City, county leaders say MSMS should stay in Columbus
Columbus and Lowndes County leaders held a joint press conference on what the move would mean for the community.
Planting patience: Experts say cold snaps are still possible
Spring is less than one month away, which means a lot of people are probably getting their seeds and soil ready for planting.
Carnation Village: Inside transformation of historic Tupelo landmark
Carnation Village will provide affordable apartments for seniors
For generations, the iconic smokestack at the Carnation Milk Plant was a symbol of prosperity for Mill Village and the city of Tupelo.
French Camp teacher competes in 46th season of SURVIVOR
The groundbreaking reality TV series SURVIVOR returned for its 46th season. And among the players, are two people from Mississippi, one of them from French Camp.
Suspect arrested in connection to fatal Chickasaw Co. house fire
The Chickasaw County Sheriff’s Office arrested a suspect after a body was found in a house fire. On December 23 of last year, the Okolona Fire Department arrived at a burning home on Highway 245.
Columbus murder trial: Testimony continues
Testimony continued in a Columbus felony murder trial. Prosecutors called the man who did the autopsy on Harvey Montrell Johnson Jr. at the state crime lab.
Months-long investigation leads to arrest in Oktibbeha County
A months-long investigation led to nearly a dozen criminal charges for a man in Oktibbeha County. For the last two months, the Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Office has been investigating a series of thefts in the county.
DOJ: Three Mississippi prisons violate US Constitution
In a 60-page report, the D.O.J. said the Central Mississippi Correctional Facility, South Mississippi Correctional Institution, and Wilkinson County Correctional Facility violated the 8th and 14th Amendments.
Sampling possibilities: High schoolers explore careers in culinary
High school students got to take a bite into culinary at Mississippi University for Women. This was part of the university’s Culinary Discovery Day on Tuesday.
Area library aims to provide resources on African American history
Throughout much of America’s history the contributions and accomplishments of African Americans have been under-documented and in some cases outright ignored. The Columbus-Lowndes Public Library is trying to change that.
Ballard Park in Tupelo prepares for major renovations
Improvements will add parking, a new entrance and a destination playground
The improvements at Ballard Park are taking place in two phases. The first phase includes a new parking lot and a new entrance.