Police warn Itawamba residents about a scam in the area
It may be the season of giving, but it is also the season of scams, and a familiar one has popped up again in Itawamba County.
MSU hosts annual Poinsettia Sale in Starkville
A Christmas tradition on the Mississippi State University campus is giving area residents a chance to add some color to their homes.
Man charged with aggravated assault after a shooting in Oxford
A Calhoun City man has been accused of shooting someone in Oxford.
CPD gives warmth to the homeless with new campaign
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – For many, the Christmas season is a time of cheer. But for people experiencing homelessness the holidays and the colder weather that often comes with them can be a time of hardship. The Columbus Police Department is working to ease some of that – one cup at a time – with the “Cups of Comfort”…
Elementary students ‘Shop with a Cop’ in Tupelo
Fourteen students are treated to a shopping spree as part of a community initiative to bring holiday cheer to families
Some young shoppers arrived in style at Tupelo’s West Main Wal Mart, complete with a police escort.
Swiss manufacturer expands in Tupelo opening hundreds of jobs
Liebherr is a family-run technology company formed in Germany and operates several locations in the U.S. Mississippi will be joining that list in 2026 offering hundreds of job opportunities.
Man arrested for aggravated domestic violence in Tupelo
An argument leads to the arrest of a Tupelo man.
September shooting suspect turns himself in to Columbus Police
The suspect in a September shooting that left a Columbus teenager dead has turned himself in.
Town and Tower presents awards for annual community service
The goal of Town and Tower is to strengthen relationships among Mississippi University for Women, Columbus and Lowndes County, and the Columbus Air Force Base.
Man arrested and charged with aggravated stalking in Oxford
Oxford Police make an arrest in an ongoing stalking investigation
Oxford man charged with enticement of a juvenile online
An oxford man faces charges after allegedly communicating inappropriately with a juvenile online.
Local behavioral health hospital breaks ground for new expansion
Diamond Grove Center, a behavioral health hospital in Louisville is beginning work on a 24-bed expansion.
West Point resident keeping memory of gun violence victims alive
A West Point resident is trying to make sure the legacy of her son is not forgotten, while also honoring the lives of others.
Lee-Itawamba Library System releases five year strategic plan
Goals include people, funding, space, outreach and programming
When he came on board as the new executive director of the Lee Itawamba Library System, Philip Shackelford knew it was time to update the system’s long range plan.
Nonprofits explain how less donating is affecting charities
Each year, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving is set aside as giving Tuesday. But, some charities say they have been seeing less giving lately.
United Way hosts ribbon cutting ceremony for new headquarters
United Way of the Golden Triangle Region opens its permanent headquarters.
Noxubee General Hospital hosts Coat Drive in Macon
Noxubee General Hospital in Macon is giving a new meaning to “grab a coat”.
Med school hopes to help ease healthcare worker shortage
School features classes for those wanting to enter healthcare field
Since his days as a police officer, and most recently, financial planner and business developer, Robert Hall has realized the importance of helping others succeed.
EMCC gives students a unique way to relieve exam stress
The holidays can be stressful, but when you are student, you also have finals to worry about during this time of year as well.
WCBI teams up with Vitalant to help with blood drive
If you’re looking for a way to give this holiday season, a local blood bank needs your donations.
Ripley man charged with felony shoplifting in Tupelo
Persistence pays off in a theft investigation in Tupelo.
Annual Macon parade in Noxubee Co. scheduled for later date
With a state title on the line, Macon’s annual Christmas parade has been moved.
Woman arrested and charged with abuse in Lowndes Co.
An argument spirals out of control, sending one person to the hospital and another to jail.
West Point Police arrest a man for aggravated assault
West Point police make an arrest after a fight.