Video Archives - Page 277 of 526 - Home - WCBI TV

Tornado victims may be eligible for Small Business Administration Loans

Owning a small business isn't a requirement for an SBA Disaster Assistance Loan

April 12, 2023

Allie Martin,

PONTOTOC COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – When most people hear Small Business Administration, they naturally think of business loans. But the SBA is also there in the aftermath of disasters providing loans for homeowners and renters to rebuild or replace belongings. And you don’t have to be a small business owner to qualify. Tornado victims applying for assistance from FEMA may…

Starkville police make another arrest in shooting investigation

April 12, 2023

Joey Barnes,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Starkville police made another arrest in a recent shooting. 18-year-old Marcus Bell Jr. was charged with aggravated assault. In a news release, SPD said Bell was arrested after being treated for a gunshot wound. The shooting happened at the Sprint Mart on Highway 182 and Old Mayhew Road. Investigators believed an argument led to the gunfire….

Unemployment Insurance Assistance eligibility update for storm victims

April 12, 2023

Joey Barnes,

MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – An update for those left unemployed after the March 24 tornado. Folks in Monroe and Montgomery Counties could be eligible for Unemployment Insurance Assistance if their job was impacted by the twister. You must visit a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center to apply. In Monroe County, that’s located at the Justice Court Building on Highway 25 in Amory….

Louisville mayor reports lower crime rate after community prayer events

April 12, 2023

MorrisAdmin,

LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A few months ago, the town of Louisville and surrounding areas prayed for their youth after much crime had broke out in the community. Men of different ages made a decision to go to a different school every week and pray for their kids to drop their weapons and love one another. After weeks of this…

More students than expected head back to school in Amory

April 12, 2023

Eric Lampkin,

AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – As the recovery process continues in places like Amory and Winona, sometimes it’s the return of everyday things that can have a surprising impact. This week Amory students headed back to school. The March 24 tornado that hit the town did significant damage to Amory High School’s athletic facilities. Those were so badly damaged that the…

Noxubee County grand jury indicts woman on child sex crimes

April 12, 2023

Joey Barnes,

NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – There’s new information in a child sex crimes case in Noxubee County. Lashundra King A Noxubee County grand jury indicted Lashundra King. She was charged with statutory rape and accessory after the fact. No court date has been set. Her co-defendant, Jataquist Morris, was indicted on statutory rape, grand larceny, fondling, and attempted sexual battery…

On the Beat (Chiropractic Physicians) – 04/12/23

//SPONSORED//

April 12, 2023

Cameron Denney,

Categories: On the Beat Tags: andy barlow, chiropractic physicians, focus and concentration, on the beat, rachel hurt

NAACP Banquet – 04/12/23

Midday Guest

April 12, 2023

Cameron Denney,

Categories: Sunrise & Midday Guests Tags: NAACP banquet

Eight Days of Hope continues tornado recovery work in Amory

Rapid Response Team has helped clear limbs and debris from hundreds of homes

April 11, 2023

Allie Martin,

AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – It has been more than two weeks since a deadly tornado hit Monroe County, but the work from a Pontotoc County-based ministry continues. Don Dabney may be more than 30 feet up in a bucket cutting limbs, but there’s no place he would rather be. “God has called me here,” Dabney said. Dabney is the Rapid…

Mississippi State University hosts research showcase

April 11, 2023

Kealy Shields,

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The future is bright here in the Magnolia State. Mississippi State University was showing off its advanced research and academic discoveries with a showcase that included more than a dozen interactive displays. As research week on campus just kicked off, WCBI was at the event to explore the different inventions and the minds behind these creations….

West Lowndes Elementary students, staff sending supplies to Rolling Fork

April 11, 2023

MorrisAdmin,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Students and staff at West Lowndes Elementary School are sending support and supplies to tornado victims miles away from home. The school recently launched its “Helping Hands for Rolling Fork” donation drive. They’re collecting non-perishable food items, cleaning supplies, toiletries, diapers, and other personal needs. Rolling Fork was struck by a tornado in late March,…

Mississippi State Department of Health selects UMMC as state burn center

April 11, 2023

Joey Barnes,

JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – The University of Mississippi Medical Center is now a state burn center. The Mississippi State Department of Health made the designation. Health leaders must review an application for the status and visit the hospital to see if it meets the standards of care. UMMC is the state’s only Level One trauma center and will have a…

Mississippi communities continue work towards tornado recovery

April 11, 2023

Joey Barnes,

MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – It’s been two and a half weeks since Mississippi was first battered by tornadoes. Now, the real recovery is beginning. Twisters brought devastation to the state on March 24, including in Winona and Amory. Just a week later Tupelo and Pontotoc were hit. Federal assistance is available to most who were impacted. The Mississippi Emergency Management is…

New stretch of highway opens in Itawamba County

April 11, 2023

Joey Barnes,

ITAWAMBA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A new Mississippi highway is open for travel. State Route 76, also referred to as “Corridor V”, is located in Itawamba County. The nine-mile four-lane highway connects State Route 25 to State Route 23. The placement of the new travel landmark is designed to create accessible travel ways for goods and the supply chain that…

Aberdeen school hosts ribbon cutting on new playground

April 11, 2023

Joey Barnes,

ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – Some Aberdeen students will take a break from class with a new playground. A ribbon cutting was held Tuesday morning at Aberdeen Elementary and Belle-Shivers Middle for the areas. The schools held fundraisers for the remodel. Educators wanted a place where students had new equipment, including sensory equipment, and shade. They believe this new space will…

Tishomingo County deputies search for missing woman

April 11, 2023

Joey Barnes,

TISHOMINGO COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Tishomingo County deputies are asking for help to find a missing woman. 36-year-old Summer Monroe of Tishomingo has not been seen since March 28. At that time, she was walking east down Highway 30. Monroe is about 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs about 120 pounds. She has several tattoos, including one on her…

Miss. Governor signs bill to lower license plate price for disabled veterans

April 11, 2023

Joey Barnes,

MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Disabled veterans in Mississippi will soon have cheaper license plates. Veterans must have a 100% permanent service-connected disability or at least 70% nonpermanent service-connected disability. The Veterans’ Administration or U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs sets those percentages. For those who qualify, you can purchase two vehicle license plates for $1 each. Governor Tate Reeves signed the bill…

Child Abuse Prevention Month – 04/11/23

Midday Guest

April 11, 2023

Cameron Denney,

Categories: Sunrise & Midday Guests

Tupelo woman arrested for allegedly ramming her vehicle into another car

April 11, 2023

Joey Barnes,

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – A Tupelo woman was accused of ramming her vehicle into someone else’s car. 30-year-old Andria Pounds was charged with simple assault-domestic violence and felony malicious mischief. Tupelo police said they were called to Bryan Drive this past Friday about a possible hit-and-run crash. The other vehicle was damaged. TPD did not report any injuries. Bond for…

MEMA, American Red Cross team up to find housing for storm victims

April 11, 2023

Joey Barnes,

MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency and American Red Cross are teaming up to help storm victims find a place to live. Under the agreement, the Red Cross will place eligible survivors into a hotel room and provide meals for up to six months based on need. This is only for those impacted by the March 24 tornadoes…

Lowndes County Honors Workers For National County Government Month

County Government Month allows Lowndes County to teach community

April 10, 2023

MorrisAdmin,

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s National County Government Month and Lowndes County is celebrating county workers and educating the public on some of those jobs. At some point in your life, you are going to need to work with someone in county government. Whether it’s getting a deed for your home, buying a tag for your car, or getting…

Hyde Smith's Withholding Of Support For Colom Stalls Judiciary Process

District Attorney Scott Colom’s fate for federal chair is undecided

April 10, 2023

MorrisAdmin,

OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s been months since District Attorney Scott Colom’s nomination to the federal bench and now his confirmation hangs in the balance. On Tuesday, April 4, U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith blocked Colom’s confirmation hearing by stating she would not return her “blue slip” in support of his nomination for the seat as a federal judge in…

Hamilton community copes with grief after Friday night shooting

April 10, 2023

Kealy Shields,

HAMILTON, Miss. (WCBI) – Hamilton is a small community dealing with a ton of emotion and grief. Last Friday, WCBI reported on the two lives lost during a shooting incident. We talked with two Monroe County professionals who are all too familiar with tragedy and death. The scene Friday night in Hamilton after two women were found dead from gunshot…

In The Kitchen (Sweet Pepper’s deli) – 04/10/2023

In The Kitchen (Sweet Pepper's deli) - 04/10/2023

April 10, 2023

Shane Reese,

Categories: FEATURES-APP, In the Kitchen

Tornado victims may be eligible for Small Business Administration Loans

Owning a small business isn't a requirement for an SBA Disaster Assistance Loan

Starkville police make another arrest in shooting investigation

Unemployment Insurance Assistance eligibility update for storm victims

Louisville mayor reports lower crime rate after community prayer events

More students than expected head back to school in Amory

Noxubee County grand jury indicts woman on child sex crimes

On the Beat (Chiropractic Physicians) – 04/12/23

//SPONSORED//

NAACP Banquet – 04/12/23

Midday Guest

Eight Days of Hope continues tornado recovery work in Amory

Rapid Response Team has helped clear limbs and debris from hundreds of homes

Mississippi State University hosts research showcase

West Lowndes Elementary students, staff sending supplies to Rolling Fork

Mississippi State Department of Health selects UMMC as state burn center

Mississippi communities continue work towards tornado recovery

New stretch of highway opens in Itawamba County

Aberdeen school hosts ribbon cutting on new playground

Tishomingo County deputies search for missing woman

Miss. Governor signs bill to lower license plate price for disabled veterans

Child Abuse Prevention Month – 04/11/23

Midday Guest

Tupelo woman arrested for allegedly ramming her vehicle into another car

MEMA, American Red Cross team up to find housing for storm victims

County Government Month allows Lowndes County to teach community

District Attorney Scott Colom’s fate for federal chair is undecided

Hamilton community copes with grief after Friday night shooting

In The Kitchen (Sweet Pepper’s deli) – 04/10/2023

In The Kitchen (Sweet Pepper's deli) - 04/10/2023

What's On TV Now

Local Events