WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – The West Point Police Department needs your help identifying a robbery suspect. Saturday, Jan 4 around 10:05 p.m., the Robinhood Convenience Store was robbed. The suspect fled on foot but possibly got into a vehicle on Eshman Avenue. The suspect is a Black male around 5’8 and weighs about 140 pounds. He was wearing a…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – With the cold weather we just heard about, the Starkville Town and Country Garden Club wants to remind you about how to prepare your yard and garden. When selecting plants, make sure to select plants that are healthy enough to survive in cold temperatures. Watering should be done in the morning during winter because wet soil…
LAFAYETTE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A woman is facing charges for cyberstalking. On December 30th, Deputies with the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to a cyberstalking complaint in Harmontown. After investigating, it was determined that 33- year old Jaterrika Gipson allegedly sent threatening and harassing messages to the victim. A warrant was issued for Gipson’s arrest and she was then…
TOMBIGBEE NATIONAL FOREST, Miss. (WCBI) – The Tombigbee National Forest hosts 32 miles of hiking and biking trails. While the forest service takes on bigger projects such as bridge building, many of the trails have been designed, built, and maintained through volunteer efforts. Retired Mississippi State Professor, Charlotte Fuquay is one of those volunteers. For the past 20 years, she…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Starting the new year can bring many goals and challenges. In Columbus, the community started their year off with a time of reflection. The Writing to Heal program hosted its annual New Year Reflection event for the public. Sometimes it’s not always easy to find the right words to say but writing can allow people to…
This is the moment Amy Rea and Byron McNair knew something was wrong.
West Point Police and Golden Triangle Crimestoppers need your help finding a tool thief.
A high-speed crash helps law enforcement make a quick arrest in a West Alabama homicide.
Bond is now set for the man accused of robbing a Noxapater vape shop.
Every day, Rod Ervin arrives for work at Bulldog Burger and is guided to his spot in the kitchen by a co-worker.
In December, Christmas decorations can add a few dollars to your energy bill, but when January rolls around that’s when the real increases can come into play.
Community Liaison Glenda Richardson said recently, a man was killed after being hit by a vehicle at night and they wanted to do something to try and prevent something like that from happening again.
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency continues to receive more damage reports from last weekend’s tornadoes.
A Winston County man rings in the new year behind bars after his reported plan went up in smoke.
A Tupelo man was killed in a New Year’s Day car crash in Union County.
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A simple traffic stop led to a high-speed chase and a Columbus man facing a felony charge.
A Christmas Eve shooting lands a Tupelo man in jail for New Year’s.
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COLUMBUS, MISS. (WCBI) – With the beginning of a New Year come many traditions, and at least one of those in the South surrounds food. Some people said they believe a great homecooked meal and spending time with family can ensure an amazing year in 2025. There are also other superstitions to be observed on day one of the year….
CALEDONIA, COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A Caledonia business is expanding into downtown Columbus. A couple who relocated from Alabama with a dream to start a coffee shop will soon have a lot more on their plate. James White and his wife Sarah currently own 740 Coffee Company in Caledonia. White says that for years, they had a dream of opening…
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Over the next few months, the state’s senate and house of representatives will pass laws affecting Mississippians. The Mississippi Legislature will begin meeting in Jackson for its 2025 session on January 7. Tax cuts — both sales and income — are expected to be on the agenda. I spoke with Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves recently about the…
As crews were setting up and checking audio on the BNA stage at Fairpark, across the street, the Grill at Fairpark was bustling.