Columbus Councilman Pierre Beard arrested in west Alabama
A Columbus councilman was arrested in Gordo, Alabama
Pierre Beard, 35, was charged with DUI, possession of marijuana, possession of paraphernalia, and illegal alcohol.
Local sheriff’s offices spread holiday spirit with toy drives
Both Oktibbeha and Webster counties sheriff’s offices were collecting toys for Christmas gifts for children. Both sheriffs said they hoped the families were grateful for the toy drive.
Annual Wassail Fest kicks off in downtown Columbus
The city’s annual Wassail Fest is not only a great holiday event for family and friends, but businesses join in on the fun too.
Lamar County DHR celebrates the holidays by giving back
Since October, Lamar County DHR has worked with Lamar Aide to gather contributions from the community so children can have presents of their own.
Community support: ‘Hope For The Holidays’ brightens Starkville
Dozens of families have some extra help for the holidays. Five Horizons Health Services hosted its “Hope For The Holidays” Resource Festival in Starkville.
Ole Miss introduces online course for law enforcement professionals
Law enforcement officers can earn a graduate certificate through a unique program at the University of Mississippi.
More students join Long Blue Line after MUW’s fall graduation
Students crossed the stage Friday morning to accept their diplomas and enter the workforce or continue their academic careers.
State Supreme Court delays ruling to set execution date for Willie Manning
The Mississippi Supreme Court is delaying a ruling on whether to set an execution date for Willie Manning.
Alabama rolls out tax rebates in time for holiday shopping season
Alabamians will have a little more spending money this Christmas shopping season. Starting December 1, tax rebates will start being issued.
Old River Bridge: City council approved change to allow larger crane
The city council approved a change to allow a larger crane to do the job. Mayor Keith Gaskin said that he is trying to get the bridge repaired as soon as possible.
Area college students gear up for finals week at Exam Slam
They provide free space, wifi, and food for area college students.
It’s that time of year again, the part of the semester most college students dread: finals week. WCBI found out how one church has become an environment for scholarly work and studying.
Eyes in the sky: Noxubee County EMA unveils new equipment
After partnering with Winston County to use their drone to save and locate people, Noxubee County EMA Director Corey Brown said the ball got rolling for them to invest in a drone with a thermal camera to detect heat in the distance.
Tupelo police need help to identify woman accused of credit card fraud
Tupelo police need your help to identify a woman who allegedly used credit cards that were not hers. Officers responded to a call of a victim’s wallet being stolen from a grocery store on Main Street.
Confrontation leads to jail return for Webster County man
A Webster County man found himself back in jail after being accused of accosting a law enforcement officer.
Columbus Fire & Rescue looks to improve some aging fire stations
Chief Duane Hughes presented a plan for new flooring at the city council’s work session. Flooring was needed at fire stations three and five. Those are on Lehmberg Road and 31st Avenue.
MUW begins offering more scholarships for incoming freshmen
Mississippi University for Women is finding another way to attract students. It starts in the classroom and ends in their bank account.
District 48 representative set to become next Mississippi House Speaker
A lawmaker who represents portions of Attala County is set to become the next Speaker of the Mississippi House of Representatives.
Columbus woman sentenced to 15 years for aggravated assault
A Columbus woman will go to prison for a 2022 brawl. Kierra Wallace was found guilty of aggravated assault.
Bond set for Booneville man accused of child sex crimes
A Booneville man was accused of child sex crimes. 48-year-old Jimmy Wallis was charged with three counts of fondling.
Columbus hotel undergoing renovations under new ownership
You may have noticed demolition and construction over at the Columbus Inn and Suites on Highway 45. The property is under new ownership and is receiving a makeover.
Lee County sheriff works on goals for upcoming 6th term
Sheriff Jim Johnson has served longer than any other sheriff in the county's history
As he prepared to begin his sixth consecutive term, Lee County Sheriff Jim Johnson said he was grateful for the support of the voters.
Columbus organization proposes $20M project for Kerr-McGee site
Project Reimagine is its name. Ideas range from housing to a storm shelter that serves as a community center.
A Columbus organization has a $20 million idea on how to rethink what the old Kerr-McGee site could be like in a few years.
Fire experts give tips on how to keep you and your family safe
Columbus Fire and Rescue set a house on fire as a training exercise and to show us just how easy it is for your home to burn down in a blaze.
Columbus police make 6th arrest in fatal Thanksgiving Eve shooting
A sixth arrest was made in the shooting death of LaBronze Moore. 17-year-old Enry Meadows of Clover Street in Columbus was arrested by the SWAT Team at his home.