Columbus police investigate shooting on Bell Avenue
Two men were injured in a southside Columbus shooting. Police Chief Joseph Daughtry said the shooting happened about 10:30 Thursday night on Bell Avenue.
Lowndes County deputies search for knife-wielding car thief
The armed robbery happened in the Dollar General parking lot on South Frontage Road on Thursday at about 5:30 p.m.
Historic African American church destroyed by fire
Longtime member says St Paul UMC will continue its mission and ministry
Ward 4 Councilwoman Nettie Davis has been a member of St Paul United Methodist Church nearly all her life and says the historic African American church has a long, meaningful legacy.
Icy roads get the best of an ambulance, 18-wheeler, and other vehicles
CALHOUN COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI)- Local and state law enforcement agencies are urging you to avoid some roads and limit driving the rest of the week. The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office and Troop F of the Mississippi Highway Patrol posted some photos on their social media pages, highlighting just how dangerous and icy some streets are. Images captured an ambulance and…
Icy Roads Impact Access to Medications in Okolona
OKOLONA, Miss. – Pharmacies like the one in Okolona are slowly running out of medicine. The owner says she hasn’t seen a supply truck since last week. Amira Smith owns the Okolona Pharmacy. She says medications are running low for some customers who need them the most. “Especially since we have been under this weather advisory for a week, those…
Body shops and insurance companies stay busy in winter weather
Every couple of years, we see a winter storm that comes in and causes problems for drivers.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Every couple of years, we see a winter storm that comes in and causes problems for drivers. General Manager at Bob’s Paint and Auto Body Ashley Denton says people usually tend to be more cautious when there is inclement weather, but sometimes they get too comfortable. “We’re not used to it, and we don’t have the…
Lowndes County Supervisors in the market for county attorney
LOWNDES COUNTY. Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County Supervisors are looking for some legal help. The county has been advertising for an Interim County Prosecutor. The job came open after County Prosecutor William Starks resigned to take a job with the District Attorney’s office. Supervisors will have to an appoint an Interim Prosecutor until a special election can be held in…
Longtime County leaders honored
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County Supervisors took some time out in their Thursday meeting to honor a trio of county leaders. The Board passed a resolution honoring recently retired Supervisors Harry Sanders and John Holliman and longtime County Engineer Bob Calvert. Sanders represented District 1 for 6 terms. Holliman spent the last 16 years representing District 3. Board…
Expectant mother, child killed in Chickasaw County crash
An expectant Chickasaw County mother and her child died after a traffic accident
CHICKASAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The ongoing winter storm claims two more lives after a crash in Chickasaw County. The Mississippi Highway Patrol says a car ran off the side of Highway 15 and hit a tree. Troopers tell WCBI that 22-year-old Heather Holt of Harris Boone, Arkansas was a passenger in that vehicle. She was flown to an Oxford hospital…
Braving the storm: Okolona gas station stays open during freeze
While many businesses in our viewing area have adjusted their hours due to the hazardous weather conditions, a gas station in Okolona is braving the storm.
Booked and busy: Hotel sees influx of guests with winter weather
On top of accommodating guest, the safety of their employees was a top priority.
While the winter weather is keeping some people homebound and off from their jobs, others are finding temporary accommodations.
Icy risks: Okolona emergency responders share safety insights
Police and fire officials in Okolona are on high alert as snow and ice make their jobs even more dangerous.
Golden Triangle Homeless Coalition provides warming center
1501 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Columbus
The Golden Triangle Regional Homeless Coalition opened its warming station for the community. The Golden Triangle Homeless Coalition will have its Columbus shelter at 1501 MLK Jr. Drive open through the weekend.
Mashulaville Water Association issues boil water notice
With these freezing temperatures, there is a boil water notice to tell you about in Noxubee County.
Investigation: Brooksville home goes up in flames
Smoke was already coming from this house on Oliver Street when the Brooksville Volunteer Fire Department arrived.
Fire destroys historic downtown Tupelo church
Fire destroyed a historic downtown Tupelo church early Wednesday morning. Fire Chief Brad Robinson said firefighters got to the St. Paul United Methodist Church at about 4:30 a.m.
Auto burglary investigation: Oxford police make arrest
Late on the night of January 9, officers responded to a report from a concerned resident about suspicious people in the parking lot of the Greens Apartments.
Solved: Woman walking in lake bed was just on regular stroll
We have more information about the woman Oktibbeha County deputies were trying to identify on Tuesday. At the time, it was unclear if the woman was lost, confused, or missing from somewhere.
House fire investigation: GTRHC gives family temporary shelter
Columbus firefighters continued to investigate a home fire. The blaze happened Tuesday morning in the 600 block of Cypress Street.
TVA sets all-time high for power demand
The Tennessee Valley Authority set an all-time high this morning for power demand. TVA said extremely cold temperatures across the region continue to drive up demand for electricity.
Funeral services announced for former CMSD Superintendent
Funeral services were announced for a former Columbus Municipal Schools Superintendent. Dr. Cherie Labat died on January 9.
Mississippi Lottery Corporation Reaches $2 Billion in Gross Sales
More than half-a-billion dollars returned to the State
Approaching its fifth year of sales in November 2024, the Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) is pleased to announce it has surpassed the $2 billion mark in gross sales.
Keeping It Safe with Kealy (6am) – 01/17/24
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Towing on ice: Tow truck drivers brave the ice to help stuck cars
Sleet and freezing rain quickly turned area roads into skating rinks. These left drivers slipping and sliding. Towing companies, like Champion’s, have had a busy 36 hours since.