TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Tupelo police have a new crime-fighting tool, and residents and business owners can play a part. With property crimes increasing nationwide, more homeowners are turning to security cameras to help protect their valuables. “It gives the homeowner situational awareness of what’s going on with their property, while they’re there and when they’re away,” said Tupelo Police…
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – Parks in West Point are getting a much-needed facelift. The city received a grant for over $100,000 from Blue Cross Blue Shield to fund several renovations to area parks. Parks in West Point are looking a little bit newer. Through a grant from Blue Cross Blue Shield, and input from the community, Parks and Rec…
OXFORD, Miss. (WCBI) – One undeniable danger that many young people face is the risk of their drinks being spiked with a harmful substance. It happens more often than one would think. “This is one of those things where, whether it is students or their parents, it’s just a concern across the country,” said Oxford Police Public Information Officer Breck…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – New construction, repairs, and renovations. The building trades are busy in North Mississippi, and while people know what they pay for, some are getting less than expected. Now, the Mississippi Better Building Bureau is issuing a warning to consumers to watch out for dishonest contractors. The Mississippi BBB has received many complaints about homeowners paying for…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Downtown Columbus is expected to become a little safer. At a special meeting with the mayor and city council, City Engineer Kevin Stafford talked to the council about a capital improvement grant for Main Street. The improvements would help make crosswalks safer for citizens. More details on the grant are expected to be discussed at the…
CHOCTAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Law enforcement chasing a stolen hearse came to a dead stop in Choctaw County. Sheriff Brandon Busby said his deputies put out spike strips to end the chase on Highway 12 in Weir. The hearse was stolen from a funeral home in Kosciusko Wednesday evening. Law enforcement there spotted the vehicle and tried to pull…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The state has rested its case in the murder trial of Wayne Fraser. Prosecutors presented a third day of testimony against Fraser in Columbus. Fraser was accused of killing his wife Natalie Ryan-Fraser in December of 2021. The jury heard from the victim’s brother who testified that Wayne Fraser called him the morning of Natalie…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – The Mississippi State Department of Health is taking steps to combat chronic diseases in the state. Beginning August 31, you can get free blood sugar and blood pressure checks at your local health department. You can either call your local clinic or just drop in during business hours. The blood sugar numbers are done with a simple…
FLORIDA (WCBI) – A 4-County crew headed down to Florida to help restore power for the thousands affected by Hurricane Idalia. The crew of 12 left Thursday morning, and they expect to remain in the area for at least a week. That depends on the severity of the damage. Linemen will work to replace broken poles, downed lines, and other…
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – West Point police made a second arrest in a shooting investigation. 26-year-old Demontre Ford was charged with aggravated assault and shooting into a dwelling. Police Chief Avery Cook said officers were called to Bulldog Street this past Saturday. A man inside of the house was shot in the shoulder and taken to the hospital. 17-year-old…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Two Birmingham men are facing charges in Lowndes County after a high-speed chase and crash. 23-year-olds Sakaree Green and Darrius Washington were both arrested after the pursuit. Sheriff Eddie Hawkins said his deputies were alerted by Pickens County law enforcement about a speeding car that would not pull over. Deputies spotted the vehicle and tried…
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TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – This weekend, parts of downtown Tupelo will be turned into a skate park, art fair, and music fest. It’s all part of the second annual CHANGE FEST. For two months now, Willie Nelson has been working night and day at his business, Welding Willie’s, making skateboard ramps for CHANGE FEST. “I just want to do something…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The library is a place where pages turn and imaginations take flight. For half a century, the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library has been impacting lives through the power of reading and much more. And the library is changing with the times. You can still find books, but they are also embracing the community to keep their patrons…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The City of Tupelo could have a new Fire Chief as early as next Tuesday. Mayor Todd Jordan has made his selection for the Tupelo Fire Department’s top job, and he didn’t have to look far to find the right candidate. Jordan has selected Interim Chief Brad Robinson to fill the post left vacant after former…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Football fans tend to have a game day routine but for some, that routine may look a lot different, especially in Amory where tornado relief continues. It’s impossible to get a home-field advantage when your team has no field to call home. However, Tupelo High School wanted to make sure that the Amory Panthers had an…
WINSTON COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A cooperation between two counties helped recover stolen property and put two suspects behind bars facing grand larceny and possession of stolen property. The Winston and Noxubee counties’ sheriff’s departments are showing that even small departments with limited resources can make a big bust if they combine resources and communicate with each other. After a…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The prosecution continued to lay out its case in a Lowndes County murder trial. Jurors heard from the state medical examiner’s office. Natalie Ryan-Fraser’s wheelchair was also brought into the courtroom. Wayne Fraser was accused of killing Natalie, his wife, in December 2021. Fraser listened to testimony and took notes. There was a shooting at…
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – The Prairie Arts Festival in West Point is gearing up for its 45th celebration. The event has now evolved into a small-town tradition with thousands in attendance. Lisa Klutts is the Director of the West Point Clay County Community Growth Alliance. She said the festival will be fun for the whole family. “We are excited…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The results of the two runoff races in Lowndes County are not official but a simple math equation can tell you the winner. Once the affidavit ballots were counted today, Kalee Talley took control of the tax collector race. She has a 16-vote lead with only 11 outstanding absentee ballots. This means mathematically, at least,…
MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi State University continued its week focused on healthy choices and options. The campus hosted dozens of vendors who promoted wellness and well-being to the students and staff. These resources ranged from mental to physical and emotional health aspects. Santee Ezell is the Director of Health Promotion and Wellness. She said educating students on the…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Visitors checking out the Starkville scene can expect to receive a warm and clean welcome. More than 600 volunteers participated in the 20th annual Get Swept Up campaign. Trash and debris were cleaned up on several streets, parks, businesses, and other locations in the city. There were several partners involved in the campaign, including the Greater…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Bond was set at $20,000 for a man accused of a June robbery. On June 22, Tupelo police were alerted to a robbery at the Laundry Matt on Ida B. Wells Street. The victim reported that a man forcibly took his wallet and then ran. During the investigation, police identified the suspect as Jacquez Rice of…