COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – In a world where safety and security are at the forefront of society, we rely on those who answer the call to serve and protect. National Law Enforcement Appreciation Week serves as a reminder of the vital role our law enforcement plays in our communities. From the blaring sirens that signal their arrival to the reassurance…
MATHISTON, Miss. (WCBI) – A Mathiston man is found guilty of eleven total charges in the District of Columbia, which includes assault with a dangerous weapon during the January 6 Capitol Breach. This photo was posted on Thomas Harlen Smith’s Facebook page. Smith was found guilty of nine felony charges and two misdemeanors. The U.S. Attorney’s Office said Smith and…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – The Mississippi Department of Human Services has removed a hurdle for single parents seeking childcare assistance. According to our CBS affiliate WJTV, officials announced the Mississippi Department of Human Services removed the child support cooperation requirement for parents and guardians receiving child care tuition assistance through the Child Care Payment Program. This means that a single parent…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Another project was completed at the Columbus-Lowndes County Airport. The taxiway pavement project repaired parts of the runway. This will allow planes a smoother takeoff and landing. The $548,000 improvement was paid for through grants from the FAA and the state department of transportation. County leaders said this will have a big impact on the…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lowndes County deputies said a familiar face is back in jail 15 days after he was released. 37-year-old Corey Mixon was charged with felony taking of a vehicle. Sheriff Eddie Hawkins said a car from James Pest Management was reported stolen on May 8. A GPS tracking device found the vehicle in Alcorn County. That’s…
MACON, Miss. (WCBI) – A Macon woman continues to recover after being shot. Tavares Mason was charged with domestic violence aggravated assault, tampering with evidence, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Macon Police Chief Davine Beck said officers were called to Noxubee General Hospital about a gunshot victim on May 5. The unidentified woman was shot in…
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Louisville police continue to investigate a deadly crash that happened during a pursuit. The accident happened on Highway 25 and Old Robinson Road on May 6. 43-year-old Ashley Brown died at the scene. Investigators said 33-year-old Tyree Webb of Kosciusko hit Brown’s vehicle after driving through a stop sign. A Louisville police officer was several hundred…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Two Lowndes County students received scholarships at Monday morning’s board of supervisors meeting. Victoria Cooper and Todd Ellis were selected for the Mississippi Association of Supervisors County Employee Scholarship Program. Both received a $500 scholarship. The teens must meet GPA requirements, live in the county, and be enrolled at a higher learning institution. Counties can…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus police are investigating a report of gunfire in the 900 block of Alabama Street. CPD said the incident happened Friday afternoon. No shell casings were found or other evidence was found in the area. A juvenile told officers he may have been the intended victim of the shooting but was not cooperating when questioned further….
COLUMBUS, Miss.(WCBI) – According to the National Institute of Justice, almost 44 percent of criminals released return before the first year out of prison. And one local organization is helping to provide support and job training to reduce recidivism. “If you look up the meaning of Parole, It means to lay down your arms of war and pick up another…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Pomp and circumstance are on full display nationwide as students are crossing over from classrooms to careers. And some vocational students at an area high school have a head start on the skills they’ll need. Instead of graduating with an undecided goal, some area high schoolers had a plan in mind with a blueprint for the…
AMORY, Miss. (WCBI) – A homegrown relief agency and a major home improvement chain are teaming up to help Monroe County residents who are working to rebuild after a devastating tornado. Katina Holliday is an Aberdeen native who continues to give back to the community she grew up in. Holliday said she saw a need and wanted to fill it…
HAMILTON, Miss. (WCBI) – A local youth court officer is warning young people to be careful before they take any photos they wouldn’t want shared, and also to think twice before making any threats online or through text messages. As youth court officer for Monroe County, Deputy Tyrone Heard is seeing more minors brought in on charges relating to misuse…
EUPORA, Miss. (WCBI) – Eupora police are looking for two women after a car was damaged during an argument. Deajanai Evans and Qy’Dashya Hickey are wanted for questioning. Police Chief Lawernce Caradine said there was a domestic argument. Investigators believed when these ladies left the scene in a vehicle, a car was backed into and damaged. Evans and Hickey could…
LEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Lee County deputies arrested a man in a domestic dispute after his stepchild was injured. The sheriff’s office reported that on April 27, a domestic violence incident occurred in the Palmetto community between a married couple. According to law enforcement, Michael A. Davis and his spouse were in a domestic situation when his 10-year-old child…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – It was a busy day on the Golden Triangle Campus of East Mississippi Community College. EMCC hosted two graduation ceremonies at the Lyceum Auditorium. EMCC President Scott Alsobrooks was the keynote speaker. Career Technical students crossed the stage Friday morning to receive their certifications. Those taking part in Academic programs received their Associate’s Degrees Friday…
MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. (WCBI) – A week’s worth of graduation activities capped off Friday on the Mississippi State University Campus. Hundreds crossed the stage to transition from student to graduate at MSU. For the first time in more than 30 years, graduation ceremonies were held on Scott Field at Davis Wade Stadium rather than in the Humphrey Coliseum. MSU President…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – It is Mother’s Day weekend and that means it is time for the annual Gumtree Art and Wine Festival. If you’re looking for a last-minute gift for mom, there are more than 90 vendors set up at the festival in downtown Tupelo. There is also live music and other attractions, including a Mother’s Day Brunch Sunday….
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – There is a leadership change at Columbus Christian Academy. Rachel Thomas has been named Head of School. She is currently serving Columbus Christian as the Assistant Head of School. Thomas has worked with students, parents, and teachers at the school as a guidance counselor and administrator for several years. Thomas called leading the school “an…
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TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Two iconic Tupelo landmarks will be open to the public this weekend, as part of a historic preservation effort. This Saturday, the Spain House will be open for tours. The two-story house was built in 1900 and sat on Main Street until it was moved about 10 years ago to its current location on South Church…
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Hundreds of people enjoyed a hamburger, chips, and cookies while helping the Boys and Girls Clubs of North Mississippi. The club held its annual “Burger Bash” in downtown Tupelo. Sack lunches with freshly grilled hamburgers were delivered to area businesses, or people could come by the MLM Parking lot and pick up their burgers. It is…