Vernon man pleads guilty to producing child pornography
A Vernon man will spend the next 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to producing child pornography. Kyle Wesley Williams entered the plea in Lamar County Circuit Court.
Tupelo man with history of sex crime charges faces another charge
A Tupelo man with a history of sex crimes found himself facing another charge. 29-year-old Kendal Ackinson was being held without bond on a charge of statutory rape.
East Mississippi Community College pays tribute to veterans
East Mississippi Community College recognized veterans at the Mayhew campus. The college held its annual “Proud to be an American” event.
West Point police arrest 2 Oktibbeha County men in connection to robbery
Demontavis Jones was charged with armed robbery and Dontae Gunn is facing an attempted armed robbery charge.
Lowndes County deputies searching for 2 armed robbers
Lowndes County deputies are looking for two armed robbers. Sheriff Eddie Hawkins said the hold-up happened at State Line Fuel Center at about 3 a.m.
MUW holds celebration for first-generation college students
Mississippi University for Women celebrated students on campus who are the first in their families to attend college.
Winston and Oktibbeha counties vote in new sheriffs
Two sheriffs stepping down, paved the way for two soon-to-be sheriffs in two north Mississippi counties. Winston and Oktibbeha counties will soon have new sheriffs.
Keeping airmen and support staff at Columbus Air Force Base healthy
Once a month, the Columbus Air Force base highlights a different group on the Air Force base whether it be mission support or operations. In November, they decided to highlight the Medical group and the support they provide for the base.
Columbus Police Department steps up recruitment efforts
Government officials said one of the biggest discouragements of working in law enforcement isn’t the dangerous situations. It’s the low pay.
Montgomery County officials consider building community storm shelter
Nearly eight months ago parts of Montgomery County were hit by a devastating tornado. And while residents are continuing to navigate their new normal, county supervisors are looking at ways to prepare for the future.
Next To Nature: Sugar Cane Plum Grass
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Lee County Coroner: Infant found unresponsive at daycare in Guntown
A death investigation is underway after a five-month-old was found unresponsive at a daycare. Lee County Coroner Carolyn Green said the child was at Sunshine Preschool and Daycare on County Road 833.
Prentiss County deputies make drug arrest during safety checkpoint
A weekend ride in Prentiss County landed a New Albany man in jail facing drug charges.
Alabama Governor signs statewide ‘No Burn Order’
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey took executive action to address fire dangers in the state. Ivey signed a statewide Drought Emergency Declaration, also referred to as a “No Burn Order”.
Oktibbeha County joins list of communities under burn ban
Oktibbeha County joined a growing list of communities under a burn ban. Every county, except for Choctaw and Prentiss Counties, in the WCBI viewing area is under a burn ban.
Truck fire on Highway 82 causes flames to spread to woods
An 18-wheeler caught fire in west Alabama, and then, the flames spread to the woods. It happened on Highway 82 in Pickens County just across the state line.
Area fire chief stresses importance of following burn ban rules
Nearly 70 Mississippi counties are under a burn ban. The current drought conditions range from severe to exceptional across the state. This means it can only take one spark to start a raging wildfire.
Political expert explains how elections are properly managed
There have been cases where mailed in absentee ballots changed the trajectory of a race, causing unwarranted tension.
Communities and local healthcare providers gear up for flu season
The majority of Hometown Pharmacy's flu shots have been given to older adults because of the high dose shot they carry.
Flu season is ramping up and several healthcare providers are already seeing an influx of sick patients. And while pharmacies are there to help people who have caught the flu, many are also giving out the shot to prevent the virus from spreading.
Telling Your Story – Erle Chenney (Season 1 Episode 3)
Now retired, Erle said his favorite way to spend an afternoon is with Turner Classic Movies.
Before he could drive, Erle Chenney remembered spending many Saturday afternoons at the movie theater in downtown Starkville.
Louisville woman turns herself in after allegedly punching teacher
A Louisville woman was accused of punching a teacher in the eye. Brianna Shields was charged with simple assault on a teacher. That is a felony.
Abandoned school gym catches fire; Investigation continues
An abandoned school gym was damaged by a suspicious fire in Columbus. The fire happened at about 10 a.m. at the old Immanuel School gym building behind Cookout.
Tailgating rules: Brawl in the Junction prompts MSU to make changes
A brawl in the Junction and several arrests led to new tailgating rules at Mississippi State. Large and elevated speakers will no longer be allowed unless they are owned by MSU.
Work is underway on Old River Bridge in Columbus
After getting barges in place last week, Malouf Construction has begun its first full week of work on the bridge along Columbus’s Riverwalk.