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TPD investigates fatal single-vehicle crash

Around midnight on Feb. 25, Tupelo Police were dispatched to the 4000 block of West Main Street. Upon arrival, TPD discovered a single-vehicle collision near a bridge construction site.

February 25, 2024

Grace Brister,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Around midnight on Feb. 25, Tupelo Police were dispatched to the 4000 block of West Main Street. Upon arrival, TPD discovered a single-vehicle collision near a bridge construction site. A Mazda SUV had collided with a parked piece of construction equipment. The adult driver was deceased at the scene. There were no other passengers inside the…

Part Of Natchez Trace Parkway Closed Due To A Wildfire

Part of Natchez Trace Parkway experiences wildfire

The fire started in the early afternoon on Sunday, Feb. 25 at milepost 287, just north of Tupelo.

February 25, 2024

Grace Brister,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Part of Natchez Trace Parkway experienced a wildfire this afternoon at Pharr Mounds. The fire started in the early afternoon at milepost 287, just north of Tupelo. Parts of the area had to close but have now reopened. The parkway says to expect lingering smoke on the parkway overnight, so use caution. The situation is still…

Silver Alert Notification Is Activated On Behalf Of The Horn Lake Police Department.

MBI activates Silver Alert on behalf of the Horn Lake PD

Jonathan David Montgomery of Horn Lake, Mississippi, was last seen in the 5000 block of Nail Road in Desoto County.

February 24, 2024

Grace Brister,

HORN LAKE, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has activated the Silver Alert notification on behalf of the Horn Lake Police Department. Jonathan David Montgomery of Horn Lake, Mississippi, was last seen in the 5000 block of Nail Road in Desoto County. Jonathan David Montgomery has an EMS Star of Life symbol on his arm. Family members say…

MBI activates Silver Alert notification on behalf of UMMC PD

Randy Lee Campbell of Jackson was last seen on Friday, February 23, at about 1:20 p.m. in the area of North State Street in Hinds County.

February 24, 2024

Grace Brister,

JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) -The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has activated the Silver Alert notification on behalf of the UMMC Police Department. Randy Lee Campbell of Jackson was last seen on Friday, February 23, at about 1:20 p.m. in the area of North State Street in Hinds County. Campbell was wearing a hospital gown, gray joggers, and black shoes. Family members…

MBI activates Missing and Endangered notification for 9-year-old

9-year-old Jamiez Perez Ramirez of Jackson was last seen on Thursday, February 9, in the 300 block of Livingston Road in Hinds County.

February 24, 2024

Grace Brister,

JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has activated the Missing and Endangered notification on behalf of the Jackson Police Department. 9-year-old Jamiez Perez Ramirez of Jackson was last seen on Thursday, February 9, in the 300 block of Livingston Road in Hinds County. Ramirez may be accompanied by Marion Kelly, who is described as a female, 5’1…

Eric Thomas Open Heart Foundation walks for a cause

Heart problems may affect someone you know. And leaving those problems unchecked can be deadly.

February 24, 2024

Kaitlyn Yeatman,

COLUMBUS, MISS. (WCBI) – Heart problems may affect someone you know. And leaving those problems unchecked can be deadly. According to the CDC, in 2021 one in every 5 people died due to cardiovascular disease. One group in Columbus is hoping to raise awareness about heart disease and how it can be prevented. The Eric Thomas Foundation held a heart…

Photos are released of the men who held up a Dollar General

If you have any information about this armed robbery call Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers or use the P3 Tips App.

February 24, 2024

Joey Barnes,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County investigators release photos of the armed men who held up a Dollar General. Security cameras caught images of the Wednesday night armed robbery in New Hope. Employees told deputies the two men came into the Lake Lowndes Road store wearing masks, gloves, and all black. One of them had what was described as…

Governor Reeves speaks on death of two MS National Guardsmen

Governor Tate Reeves identified the soldiers as 36-year-old Chief Warrant Officer Brian Zemek and 42-year-old Chief Warrant Officer Derek Abbott.

February 24, 2024

Grace Brister,

JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – Two Mississippi National Guardsmen were killed when their AH-64 Apache helicopter crashed Friday during a routine training flight. The crash happened around 2 p.m. in a wooded area near Booneville in Prentiss County. Governor Tate Reeves identified the soldiers as 36-year-old Chief Warrant Officer Brian Zemek and 42-year-old Chief Warrant Officer Derek Abbott. Governor Reeves spoke…

Tupelo students learn about African American journalists

February 23, 2024

Aundrea Self,

Students in media courses at Tupelo High School have been researching African American journalists, past and present.

Five years later: Leaders reflect on deadly Columbus tornado

February 23, 2024

Kaitlyn Yeatman,

February 23, 2024, marked five years since a destructive tornado tore through parts of Columbus leaving millions of dollars of destruction in its wake.

Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers looks to increase tip fund

February 23, 2024

Grace Brister,

Submitting tips to law enforcement can not only help them arrest a suspect, but it can also put money in your pocket. They want information, not names.

Helicopter crash in Prentiss County, Two fatalities reported

Mississippi National Guard reports two fatalities as a result of a military helicopter crash

February 23, 2024

Ansley Perkins,

Emergency crews were on the scene of a helicopter crash in a rural area just north of Baldwyn.

MUW program aims to increase women in political office

February 23, 2024

Eric Lampkin,

There was a slogan that took hold during the 60s and 70s: “A woman’s place is in the House – and the Senate.”

West Point High School celebrates Black History Month

February 23, 2024

Grace Brister,

West Point High School held its second annual Black History program. The name of the program was “Sounds of Wave.”

Man receives 10-year prison sentence for Lowndes County burglary

February 23, 2024

Joey Barnes,

A Lowndes County jury found Tommy Van Yates Jr. guilty of burglary. He was ordered to serve 10 years in prison. He was also given five years probation after his release.

West Point police make arrest in connection to Tuesday shooting

February 23, 2024

Joey Barnes,

20-year-old Jishun Owens was charged with shooting into a vehicle and discharging a firearm in the city limits.

Oktibbeha County Sheriff warns people about phone scam

February 22, 2024

Ansley Perkins,

Scammers are posing as members of the department calling people asking for money. They are even spoofing the number to make it seem like the call came from their office.

60 Years Later: Shs Choir Renews Melody From Henderson High

60 years later: SHS choir renews Henderson High alma mater

February 22, 2024

Aundrea Self,

It’s been said that music brings us together. In this case, it’s bringing two generations together blending education and history in perfect harmony.

Clean in Aberdeen: School district rolls out four new electric buses

February 22, 2024

Kealy Shields,

Hop on the magic school bus! Because the Aberdeen School District is rolling clean in four new electric school buses.

‘Healthy Homes’ works to rehabilitate homes in West Alabama

February 22, 2024

Grace Brister,

Pickens and Lamar counties are located in what’s known as the “Black Belt” of Alabama. Many of the homes in this area are beginning to show their age.

How Emergency Services Respond To Cellular Outages

EMA: What to do if emergency strikes without cell service

February 22, 2024

MorrisAdmin,

Lowndes County Emergency Management Director shares what to do if you find yourself in an emergency without cell service.

‘Forging’ a path: Students learn about future career opportunities

February 22, 2024

Grace Brister,

FORGE hosted its annual career interview day at the EMCC Communiversity. Over 500 students from 11 schools across the state came to learn about future career opportunities and meet with professionals.

Family continues search for missing relative from Pickens County

February 22, 2024

Joey Barnes,

Family members were still searching for a missing West Alabama man. Raymond David Jones had not been seen since December 17.

Utility poll breaks on Highway 45 stalling traffic

Utility pole breaks on Highway 45 stalling traffic

February 22, 2024

Joey Barnes,

A broken utility pole snarled traffic on Highway 45 in Columbus. WCBI was told the pole caught fire and broke.

TPD investigates fatal single-vehicle crash

Around midnight on Feb. 25, Tupelo Police were dispatched to the 4000 block of West Main Street. Upon arrival, TPD discovered a single-vehicle collision near a bridge construction site.

Part of Natchez Trace Parkway experiences wildfire

The fire started in the early afternoon on Sunday, Feb. 25 at milepost 287, just north of Tupelo.

MBI activates Silver Alert on behalf of the Horn Lake PD

Jonathan David Montgomery of Horn Lake, Mississippi, was last seen in the 5000 block of Nail Road in Desoto County.

MBI activates Silver Alert notification on behalf of UMMC PD

Randy Lee Campbell of Jackson was last seen on Friday, February 23, at about 1:20 p.m. in the area of North State Street in Hinds County.

MBI activates Missing and Endangered notification for 9-year-old

9-year-old Jamiez Perez Ramirez of Jackson was last seen on Thursday, February 9, in the 300 block of Livingston Road in Hinds County.

Eric Thomas Open Heart Foundation walks for a cause

Heart problems may affect someone you know. And leaving those problems unchecked can be deadly.

Photos are released of the men who held up a Dollar General

If you have any information about this armed robbery call Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers or use the P3 Tips App.

Governor Reeves speaks on death of two MS National Guardsmen

Governor Tate Reeves identified the soldiers as 36-year-old Chief Warrant Officer Brian Zemek and 42-year-old Chief Warrant Officer Derek Abbott.

Tupelo students learn about African American journalists

Five years later: Leaders reflect on deadly Columbus tornado

Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers looks to increase tip fund

Mississippi National Guard reports two fatalities as a result of a military helicopter crash

MUW program aims to increase women in political office

West Point High School celebrates Black History Month

Man receives 10-year prison sentence for Lowndes County burglary

West Point police make arrest in connection to Tuesday shooting

Oktibbeha County Sheriff warns people about phone scam

60 years later: SHS choir renews Henderson High alma mater

Clean in Aberdeen: School district rolls out four new electric buses

‘Healthy Homes’ works to rehabilitate homes in West Alabama

EMA: What to do if emergency strikes without cell service

‘Forging’ a path: Students learn about future career opportunities

Family continues search for missing relative from Pickens County

Utility pole breaks on Highway 45 stalling traffic

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