Starkville man with lengthy record heads back to prison
A Starkville man with a long history of legal run-ins is headed back to prison again. This time he was sentenced in federal court.
Arrest made in connection with deadly shooting at Oasis Lounge
There has been an arrest made in connection with the Oasis shooting that killed 20-year-old Taleese Chandler and injured several others.
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Suspect changes plea from not guilty to guilty in murder trial
The suspect in a 2023 murder case has pleaded guilty to killing his 16-year-old girlfriend. Labrandon Tumblin was charged with capital murder for the death of Denasia McGregory.
Swiss tech company heads for HIVE Business Park in Tupelo
Governor Tate Reeves announced that the Liebherr Corporation will be located in The HIVE Business Park to expand its North American operations.
More than just driving: Bus drivers prepare to head back to school
According to bus drivers for the Starkville Oktibbeha School District, it takes around three months to get certified to be a school bus driver.
What’s good in the Golden Triangle? Experts say housing market
For those who are looking to own their own home, buying sooner rather than later can be the difference between getting your dream home or settling for less.
Tupelo PD investigates two weekend shootings
Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact TPD or Crime Stoppers of North East Mississippi.
Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact TPD or Crime Stoppers of North East Mississippi.
Area businesses team up for back-to-school drive
Midas of Columbus and BNI Possum Town teamed up for a school supply drive. 100 backpacks were given away in less than an hour.
CPD uses training to de-escalate situation from taking tragic turn
911 received a call about a 16-year-old who had been in an argument with his father and left the house with a weapon, threatening to harm himself.
Starkville man indicted on two child sex crime charges
A Starkville man was indicted on two child sex crime charges. 40-year-old Willie Legrone was charged with two counts of sexual battery.
Tupelo police arrest 65-year-old man accused of stabbing someone
65-year-old Darryl Gillespie, of Tupelo, was charged with aggravated domestic violence. He was given a $100,000 bond.
Tupelo businessman appointed to MDWFP Commission
A Tupelo businessman was appointed to the Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. Colin Maloney is representing the 1st Congressional District on the commission.
Suspect in 2021 murder case foregoes trial, pleads guilty
The suspect in a 2021 murder case decided to forego a trial and pleaded guilty instead. Portia Manning’s murder trial was expected to start today in Circuit Court in Oktibbeha County.
Calhoun County man pleads guilty to raping elderly woman
A Calhoun County man accused of raping an elderly woman will spend the next 25 years in prison.
Man wanted in Alcorn County for reportedly firing shots at someone
There is a multi-agency search for a man in Alcorn County and law enforcement wants to know if you have seen him.
Aberdeen teen arrested for reportedly fleeing Amory police
Amory police arrested 18-year-old Anthony Joaquinn Orr and charged him with felony fleeing and eluding in a motor vehicle.
Nonprofit organization hosts back to school drive
One organization in West Point is helping families who need a little extra help with school supplies. A nonprofit organization called “Hope for Mothers”, held a back-to-school drive for students of all ages.
Two groups in Columbus gives free school supplies to families
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) With each backpack and notebook a worry is taken away from parents. “I came from a single mom family, so I know that this is going to take a great deal off of these parents,” said Tiffany Young, Secretary of “Female Force”. Two nonprofit organizations, “The Female Force” and “Girls in Real Life Situations” are helping families…
West Point Junior Auxiliary helps students kickstart the school year
The organization hosted its annual "Stuff the Bus" fundraiser where they collect school supplies to distribute to schools within Clay County.
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – The West Point Junior Auxiliary is helping students kickstart their school year. The organization hosted its annual “Stuff the Bus” fundraiser where they collect school supplies to distribute to schools within Clay County. This year, Junior Auxiliary partnered with several businesses in the community as well as creating an online wishlist to raise as many…
The Port of Aberdeen will soon see some major upgrades
Aberdeen Mayor Dwight Stevens says work will soon be underway to build a rail line from the downtown area to the Port.
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – The Port of Aberdeen will soon see some major upgrades. Aberdeen Mayor Dwight Stevens says work will soon be underway to build a rail line from the downtown area to the Port. That project is part of a plan to improve and revitalize the port to attract new businesses. Currently, there is a petroleum company at…
Community Action Coalition hosts community resource fair
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Ending the stigma, ending the shame, and ending the fear was the goal of the Community Resource Fair. Columbus/Lowndes County Counseling Service Administrator Veronica Harrison knows many people suffer in silence from depression and anxiety, and they often do not know who to lean on for help. This is why she said having resources available for…
Local hair salon gives away free bookbags
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – With the rise of inflation, several parents may need a little extra help with providing school supplies for their children. This is why one hair salon in Columbus, is helping families with school supplies. “Hair in Motion” provided all school-aged children with a free bookbag, cleaning wipes, and several other school supplies. Cosmetologist at “Hair in…