MISSISSIPPI (WDAM) – According to our statewide news partner WDAM, Governor Tate Reeves announced Tuesday afternoon that he has signed a bill that will decriminalize fentanyl testing strips. Reeves made the announcement on his Facebook page, saying that House Bill 722 “will help save lives.” Back in January, a proposal to decriminalize fentanyl testing strips was brought by State Rep….
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Improving the quality of life for residents of Lowndes County. That’s one of the goals of the Lowndes Community Foundation. Business and community leaders got an update on the Foundation’s work today in Columbus. The organization is funded by private donations and maintains a long-term endowment. The Lowndes Community Foundation is affiliated with the CREATE…
LAFAYETTE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A Clarksdale man is in the Lafayette County jail accused of child-sex crimes. In February, Oxford Police took a report of a sexual assault of a minor. The department’s investigation led them to develop 32-year-old Joshua Bright of Clarksdale as a suspect. With assistance from the Greenwood Police Department, Bright was arrested and charged with…
CAMERON PARISH, Louisiana (WCBI) – There is new information about the tragic drowning of an Attala County woman and her two daughters near a Louisiana beach. The incident happened Sunday afternoon in Cameron Parish. Cameron Parish Sheriff Ron Johnson told WCBI the family is from the Ethel area but he could not release the names at this time. The unidentified…
Today Rachel Hurt talks with Dr. Ricky Johnston, and Richard Heard, about the importance of Colonoscopies. Categories: On the Beat
CHOCTAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Two Ackerman men died in a head-on collision Monday night. The Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to the fatal crash on Highway 12 in Choctaw County just a little after 10 p.m. MHP reported that a 1997 Ford F150 driven by 73-year-old Lloyd Bell was headed west on Highway 12 when it collided with a 2010…
CHICKASAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – UPDATE: Calhoun County Sheriff’s Department is reporting that Tuberville has been captured. The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Department and the Chickasaw County Sheriff’s Department arrested Vernon Tuberville. He was wanted for charges out of Calhoun County. During the search, investigators said Tuberville broke into a home and stole items. He later hid in the woods and…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – While school should be one of the safest places for you to send your child you never know what could happen from one day to the next. Some of the people charged with watching out for your child’s safety are spending part of their Spring Break improving their skills. The students that usually go to…
WEBSTER, Miss. (WCBI) – Federal money is helping Webster County get a much-needed new jail complex. The county is receiving a $3 million United States Department of Agriculture grant to help pay for construction. The new facility will be behind the courthouse and serve 911 dispatch operations. The current jail was built in 1964 and isn’t up to modern standards….
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Warmer temperatures lured many of us into buying a few plants early this year. Now, the entire viewing area is under a freeze warning. Temperatures could dip as low as 29 degrees. This means you should water your plants to make sure they are healthy and cover those that need extra protection. Some experts said cloth works…
CAMERON PARISH, Louisiana (WCBI/KPLC) – An Attala County woman and her two daughters drowned near a Louisiana beach. KPLC in Lake Charles reported the incident happened Sunday afternoon in Cameron Parish. Neighbors told WCBI they are from the Ethel area. The unidentified 28-year-old woman and her daughters, ages seven and eight died at the beach. A nine-year-old boy was also…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – There’s an old saying: “Success breeds success.”, and the track record of Mark Castleberry and his Castle Properties tends to bear that out. Castleberry has a proven track record around the Golden Triangle for successful business ventures, especially in the retail and hospitality sectors. His latest outing, Triangle Crossing in Starkville, is the most recent example….
ALABAMA (WCBI) – Alabama’s unemployment rate is holding steady, and that’s a good thing. The newly released, seasonally unadjusted rate for January is holding at 2.6%. That is unchanged since December 2022 and is also a record low for the state. While the percentage remains unchanged, the actual numbers are improving. Statewide, there are just over 58,000 people unemployed. That’s…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Tupelo police made an arrest after a man was accused of driving away from a traffic stop. 28-year-old Mydreaus Watkins was charged with felony fleeing. This past Friday night officers pulled Watkins over near Cross Town. As they came up to his car, Watkins was accused of driving away. There was a pursuit that eventually ended…
Today Troy Thompson is talking with Will Cooper, with Crowell Gillis and Cooper about how they can help you in an auto accident. Categories: On the Beat
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – While most students across north Mississippi are taking a break from classes this week, educators at the state level are working on a grant to help families with early childcare and education. It’s called the Mississippi Childcare Transformation Project. And the goal is to strengthen families by providing care to communities that most need it. Almost half…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Springing forward reminds us that you may lose one hour of sleep or even gain more sunlight, yet it is also a friendly reminder for people to check those smoke detectors. “A piece of furniture that people tend to forget about every year and it is the most important piece in your house is the difference…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s an event even your furry friend could attend. Zachary’s hosted their 5th annual St. Patty’s Day event Sunday and is hoping to break their fundraising record. It’s a day full of good music, food, drinks, and even pets. Every year, Zachary’s shows their support for the Columbus-Lowndes Humane Society by hosting the St. Pawty’s day…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A former NFL football player with deep northeast Mississippi roots returned to the area this weekend to help mentor young people to learn to Love Your Neighbor. Joe Horn spent 12 years in the NFL, playing for the Kansas City Chiefs, New Orleans Saints, and Atlanta Falcons. On Saturday, he came to the Northside Boys and…
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Many schools are closed this week for spring break. That means more people will be traveling or out and about during regular school hours. WCBI talked with people about their spring break plans and how they plan to stay safe. Thomas Tucker is a college student at MUW. He is looking forward to taking some…
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – Turkey hunters from all over came to the Mossy Oak Outlet in West Point hunting for one thing. Mossy Oak announced last month they would be releasing a limited edition, numbered 1944 turkey vest in honor of founder Toxey Haas’ father, Mr. Fox. Hundreds of people camped out and stood in line to get their…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A well-known college athlete gave back to an organization that made a big impact in his life growing up. The donation was made possible because of a new rule allowing college athletes to monetize their name, image, and likeness, or NIL. For MSU Linebacker Jett Johnson, there was never any doubt about what he would do…