How TVA prepares for extreme heat
As temperatures continue to rise, more people are depending on their air conditioners to keep them cool. This does put a strain on cycle plants, as they try to keep up with the high demands of electricity.
Fire destroys kitchen in unit of Starkville apartment; No injuries reported
It started on the kitchen stove. Starkville Fire Investigators say they believe grease was left on the eye of the stove. And, the eye was left on.
Crash leaves one person injured on Highway 45 in Columbus
A two-vehicle crash in Columbus stalls traffic and injures a driver. The crash happened just before 11 this morning on Highway 45, near Carl Hogan Chevrolet.
Burn ban takes effect in West Point
If you’re planning on doing any outdoor burning in West Point, it will have to wait. The West Point Board of Selectmen voted to enact a burn ban in the city.
Clay County man indicted on child sex crime
A Clay County man was indicted on a child sex crime. Troy Creely was charged with touching a child for lustful purposes.
Women arrested for human trafficking after complaint at Tupelo motel
A complaint at a Tupelo motel led to the arrests of two Memphis women for human trafficking. Monday, Tupelo police received a tip about possible prostitution at a motel in the city.
Gulf Coast woman wins pontoon boat in Mississippi lottery
A Gulf Coast woman came to Columbus to claim her lottery prize. Erika Dawson won a 20-foot Sun Tracker pontoon boat from Performance Marine.
Several agencies carry out emergency response drill at MSU
When it comes to emergencies that require different agencies to work together, it’s always helpful if they can also train together.
Macon family speaks out after shooting death of loved one
"I just pray that my sister gets the justice she deserves."
The shooting death of Breanna Franklin in Macon has been ruled a homicide. Now, her family is speaking out.
Starkville PD explains usefulness of securing camera storage data
Starkville police have several cameras around the city. The storage data for those cameras can lead to arrests being made much quicker.
Plans move ahead for solar farm in Aberdeen
The solar farm would provide energy to the city and allow Aberdeen to sell power to local industries
Brian Atkins has spent a lot of time at Aberdeen City Hall, discussing plans for a proposed solar farm.
Winston Co. Sheriff confirms investigation inside correctional facility
There’s been one arrest in an ongoing investigation inside the Winston-Choctaw County Regional Correctional Facility.
One person dies after crash on Highway 12 in Lowndes County
The accident happened at about 3 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 12 and Woodlawn Road, by the Old Country Store.
Suspects arrested in Lafayette County for alleged copper wire theft
Over the last six months, the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office has taken several reports of stolen AT&T utility wires throughout the county.
Mother searches for answers into murder of her son
"It's the worst feeling in the world."
WCBI has an exclusive interview with a homicide victim’s mother over a month after she lost her son to gun violence in the city of Macon.
2024 winners will represent Miss Volunteer Mississippi organization
All three winners say they're ready to represent the Miss Volunteer Mississippi organization across the state.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Lauryl Joyner is the new Miss Mississippi Volunteer. She was crowned last night during the finals at the Performing Arts Center at Tupelo High School. Winners in the other two categories were: Izzy Karns, Miss Mississippi Teen Volunteer, and Georgia Bell Beard, Miss Spirit of Mississippi. Each of the young ladies competed in a field of…
NFL Star Jeffery Simmons hosts 2nd annual fun day in Macon
MACON, Miss. (WCBI)- The community of Macon showed their support for an NFL Star. It was the 2nd annual “Community Fun Day and Fireworks” held at the Noxubee Titans Field. The “Community Fun Day and Fireworks” event was filled with unity from the Macon community. The turnout impressed the NFL star, Jeffery Simmons. As the host of the event, Simmons…
Local family clinic Allegro is expanding its services
The clinic has been offering primary and pediatric care and is now expanding into Obstetrics and Gynecology. President Amy Bogue says this expansion felt like the right fit for the clinic.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Allegro Family Clinic is expanding its medical plaza on Bluecutt Road in Columbus. The clinic has been offering primary and pediatric care and is now expanding into Obstetrics and Gynecology. President Amy Bogue says this expansion felt like the right fit for the clinic. “We offer primary care and pediatrics and we’ve had a dream to…
Miss Mississippi Volunteer Pageant stresses volunteerism
All of the contestants at the Miss Mississippi Volunteer Pageant have been working hard in their communities, making a positive impact leading up to the pageant.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – All of the contestants at the Miss Mississippi Volunteer Pageant have been working hard in their communities, making a positive impact leading up to the pageant. The Miss Mississippi Volunteer crown is made up of five points, and each represents a core principle in the group’s mission. The first letter of each of the five principles…
Road work in Tupelo may affect weekly route
Bryan Drive between South Thomas Street and Trout Street will be closed to through traffic from Monday, July 8 at 8 a.m. through Wednesday, July 10 at 5 p.m.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – For those of you who live or work in Tupelo, your route may be affected this week. Bryan Drive between South Thomas Street and Trout Street will be closed to through traffic from Monday, July 8 at 8 a.m. through Wednesday, July 10 at 5 p.m. Tupelo Public Works will replace a cross drain. For 24/7…
House fire in Columbus causes major damage to interior of home
The house received major damage, only on the interior, in a bedroom and a bathroom.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus Fire and Rescue was on the scene of a house fire on the morning of Sunday, July 7 on Gaylane Drive. The house received major damage, only on the interior, in a bedroom and a bathroom. Columbus Fire and Rescue suspects the cause of the fire was due to an unattended candle. No injuries were…
Updates released in Noxubee County shooting case
Noxubee County Coroner R.L. Calhoun has identified the victim as Breanna Alexus Franklin of Macon.
MACON, Miss. (WCBI)- Updates have been released on a story WCBI first released on Saturday, July 6. The Macon Police Department was investigating an early morning shooting that left a female dead. Noxubee County Coroner R.L. Calhoun has identified the victim as Breanna Alexus Franklin of Macon. Macon Police Chief Davine Beck says the incident happened shortly after 2 a.m….
Homeless Coalition finds ways to help with heat safety
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – As temperatures soar into the upper 90’s this week, folks in Columbus will have a place to cool off. The Golden Triangle Homeless Coalition is opening a cooling station. It opened this morning at 1501 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. That’s just off 14th Avenue North. The cooling station will open at 11 a.m. and close…
Data shows recent rise on insurance rates nationwide
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – It can be a tough market when it comes to insurance costs. Whether it is in the personalized or the commercialized market it has been a challenge for businesses and homeowners to afford the insurance. According to the Sun Herald, the average cost for homeowners insurance is nearly $4,000 in Mississippi which drastically more than the…