Man faces murder charge in Noxubee Co.
One man is facing a murder charge after admitting to shooting and killing another man in Noxubee County.
Balloons were released to honor the Clay County victims
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) Family and Friends came together in West Point to keep the memory of two Clay County residents alive. Balloons were released in the air to honor the lives of seven-year-old Mikiylia Guines, and 55 year old Willie Guines. Mikiylia and Willie Guines are two of the six people, that were shot and killed by 24-year-old Daricka Moore…
SPD is investigating a report of shots fired at Sonic Drive in
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) Sunday morning around 11:00, Starkville Police Officers responded to a report of shots fired at Sonic Drive in. The investigation determined that a firearm was discharged during an altercation between people who know each other. No injuries were reported, but a vehicle was struck by gunfire. An arrest warrant has been issued for 19-year-old Jakobe George of…
Grenada is opening a warming shelter for the community
GRENADA, Miss. (WCBI) The city said they want to support those in need by opening up the city’s Auditorium. The auditorium will be opened from 4:00 pm to 9:00 am on Wednesday January 21st. The city said, the warming shelter is meant to provide a safe, warm, and welcoming environment for anyone who needs to escape the harsh winter conditions….
Michael Hawley pled guilty to culpable negligence manslaughter
CORINTH, Miss. (WCBI) 46 year old Michael Wayne Hawley of Corinth, pled guilty to culpable negligence manslaughter. Circuit Court Judge Michael P. Mills, Jr. accepted the plea, and sentenced Hawley to serve 15 years in the Mississippi Department of Corrections. When he is released, Hawley will be required to complete five years of post-release supervision. The charge resulted from an…
A woman was arrested for selling drugs
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) On January 15th, 37 year old Laura Eliane Ebert was arrested after an ongoing investigation into selling Narcotics in the Smithville community. North Mississippi Narcotics Unit, The Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, and the Smithville Police Department all investigated the case. Ebert has been charged with 3 Counts of Sale of Controlled Substances…
A man has been missing for one year
CORINTH, Miss. (WCBI) Thomas “Duncan” Callens was last seen at a convenience store on Highway 72 around 5:40 a.m. on January 7th, 2025. At the time, Callens was not properly dressed to keep warm in the weather conditions Corinth was experiencing that morning. The store clerk gave Callens a jacket and a t-shirt. While in the store, the clerk also…
WP restaurant receives major support ahead of temporary closing
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) Restaurants add flavor to a town. One West Point restaurant has garnered significant attention for its distinctive dining style and international cuisine. Since Big H on 45 announced it is temporarily closing, the community has been making sure to show support to the workers they call family. “It’s just a family-type atmosphere. Everybody is welcome, everybody…
Friendship’s Women Conference teaches how to stay “lit”
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Saturday, a group of women and men heard from women who are making an impact in their communities. Speakers at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church’s third annual women’s conference encouraged women to let their light shine and to strut in the calling that the Lord has given them. “To strut means how you walk.” said Stanley Mccray, Pastor…
The Tuscaloosa River Market wants you to be aware of a scam
TUSCALOOSA, ALA. (WCBI) According to the River Market, there is a scammer inviting food trucks to the market and asking them to pay $120 per Saturday for the month of January. The name of the scam caller is Eunice Pells, and she is using is EunicePells055@gmail.com, and roseunusual490@gmail.com email addresses. You are encouraged to not engage in any type of…
LCSO wants you to be aware of a scam
LEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) The law enforcement agency said, they have received multiple calls about someone pretending to be a Lee County Deputy. The caller is using names of people on the Lee County Sheriff’s Office staff. The scam caller is also making false claims about a warrant for missed jury duty and then demands payment. This is a scam….
Firefighters responded to a fire next to Winston Plywood
WINSTON COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) Around 2:30 PM on Friday afternoon, the Louisville Fire Department responded to a reported fire involving a dry waste pile next to Winston Plywood & Veneer. The incident led to visible smoke conditions throughout parts of Louisville. According to the Louisville Fire Department, high wind conditions and the type of materials involved caused the situation to…
A Leake County woman has been missing for almost 30 years
JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) Micky Colman Wilder who was from Leake County, was last seen on January 7th, 1999. She has not been seen or heard from since that day. Not many details are being released about her disappearance at this time, and her case remains unsolved. If you have any information about where Colman might be, you are asked to…
A free giveaway day was held in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) A Columbus resident is giving back to her hometown. Moesha Clayborn and others held a “Giveback Day” for the community. This allowed people to get free household items and clothes. It also gave people a chance to get free water, a hot meal, and much more. Event Organizer Moesha Clayborn said, this was all to help families during…
Two Tupelo High School football standouts ready for the next chapter
JJ Hill is now at MSU, while his former Golden Wave teammate Iverson McCoy is at Ole Miss
It has been a busy week for two former Tupelo High School football standouts, who are now at rival universities.
Flu cases reach record-breaking numbers nationwide
There has been a rise in flu cases across the country. A local family nurse practitioner explains how it’s affecting Mississippians.
What is school choice?
School choice is the latest hot-button topic coming out of the Mississippi legislature.
Woodland fire reported in Lowndes County
At around 12:00 pm on Friday, January 16, Lowndes County Volunteer Districts one and two Firefighters, The Airforce Base Fire Department, and the Columbus Fire and Rescue team responded to a woodland fire near the intersection of Highway 50 and Highway 373.
Man from Clay Co. Arrested following long investigation on Tupelo auto burglaries
A Clay County man has been arrested in tupelo following a months long investigation into a string of vehicle burglaries that took place in tupelo, Lee County and in the surrounding area.
Proposed ordinance by Starkville Aldermen may allow early Sunday serving for local restaurants
If you’re planning on Sunday brunch in Starkville, you may soon have additional beverage options.
West Point Police in search of crew involved in a burglary incident
The West Point Police Department is asking for your help to find a crew of burglary suspects.
MS and AL SBA provides federal funds for local small businesses and nonprofits
Parts of the WCBI viewing area are eligible for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s disaster loan.
Tupelo saying goodbye to Bar-B-Q by Jim
Popular restaurant closing after more than three decades
After more than three decades, one of the most popular Tupelo Bar B Q restaurants is shutting its doors.
City of Columbus gets approved grant money to finish fossil park
A major state grant coming to the City of Columbus could help turn Propst Park into a destination for paddlers and fossil hunters.