New state law strives to ensure voting for inmates in jail
Mississippi House Bill 1406 became law on July 1. One of its provisions will make it possible for some inmates to exercise their right to vote even from behind bars.
Fire destroys three buildings in downtown Vardaman
Hours after the first call, flames still sparked amid the charred rubble of what were three buildings in downtown Vardaman.
New teachers in Aberdeen get called to Bulldawg League
The Aberdeen School District held its New Teacher Orientation but decided to inject a little fun into the program.
Mississippi lottery players generate more than $125M in revenue
Mississippi lottery players generated more than $125 million in revenue this fiscal year. The Mississippi Lottery Corporation said its final payment to the state this month is $9.1 million.
Tupelo police search for reported home invasion suspects
Tupelo police are investigating a Monday night burglary in the city, and they need your help locating the suspects.
Oktibbeha County firefighters battle late night blaze
Around 10:15 Monday night, Oktibbeha County Volunteer firefighters were called to a house fire on Crigler Road in the county.
Arrest made in Monroe County death investigation
Deputies have arrested 56-year-old Gregory James Hester. He was charged with tampering with evidence.
Vardaman police make child sex crime arrest
Vardaman police made a child sex crime arrest. Jerry Coleman was charged with molesting-touching a child for lustful purposes.
Former ICC employee accused of selling school property on eBay
A former Itawamba Community College employee was accused of selling the school’s equipment on eBay. Timothy Lucius was charged with embezzlement.
Tree destroys home in Lowndes County after storm rolls through
A tree destroyed a Lowndes County mobile home after storms rolled through the area. The incident happened on Highway 373, just after 2 p.m.
Law enforcement agencies unite for a basketball tournament
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Police Departments around the Golden Triangle unite together. The Starkville Police Department hosted a “Hooping with First Responders” event at the Starkville Sportsplex. Law enforcement agencies around the Golden Triangle from Columbus, Starkville, MSU, and West Point all huddled up to participate in the “Hooping with First Responders” event. It was a single-elimination basketball tournament for…
Plans announced for fifth annual “Christmas at the Mansion”
JACKSON, MISS. (WCBI) – Florists and designers have a chance to decorate the Mississippi Governor’s Mansion for Christmas. Governor Tate Reeves and First Lady Elee Reeves announced plans for the fifth annual “Christmas at the Mansion.” This video is from last year; ‘s celebration, and the theme this year is “Made in Mississippi.” The theme will highlight businesses across the…
Businesses host benefit for a family who lost their home to a fire
BBQ Drippins and the Fish Shack hosted a benefit today for Tommy and Alecia Prude. They lost their home to a fire in June.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Two local businesses raised money for a family who lost their home in a fire on Sunday, July 14. BBQ Drippins and the Fish Shack hosted a benefit today for Tommy and Alecia Prude. They lost their home to a fire in June. All of the two businesses’ sales went to benefit the family. Alecia Prude…
High-school students learn basics of civics at MSU
Mississippi State's John C. Stennis Institute has begun its first Junior Civics Leadership Academy.
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Mississippi State’s John C. Stennis Institute has begun its first Junior Civics Leadership Academy. The conference allows high school students from across the state to learn about government from professors and elected officials. They also get to be a part of community impact projects. Executive Director of the Stennis Institute Dallas Breen said they want the…
Tupelo Elvis Fan Club rocks out at membership drive meeting
Legends of the Blues entertained the crowd at the Tupelo Elvis Fan Club meeting. There was free food, and opportunities for people to see what the Tupelo Elvis Fan Club is all about.
TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – It was a night of food, music, and fun as the Tupelo Elvis Fan Club held its annual membership drive. Legends of the Blues entertained the crowd at the Tupelo Elvis Fan Club meeting. There was free food and opportunities for people to see what the Tupelo Elvis Fan Club is all about. The Tupelo Elvis…
GTBOA Poker Run benefits child with Leukemia
This year's beneficiary of the Golden Triangle Boat Owners Association Poker Run is Delta Davis, a Leukemia patient. All the proceeds go to help Delta's family.
LOWNDES CO, Miss. (WCBI) – The Golden Triangle Boat Owners Association hosted their Fifth Annual Poker Run today. This year’s beneficiary of the Golden Triangle Boat Owners Association Poker Run is Delta Davis, a Leukemia patient. All the proceeds go to help Delta’s family. “Delta was diagnosed with b-cell Leukemia, acute lymphoblastic Leukemia, the day after Christmas. We made our…
New business helps children with free school supplies
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – With schools around the area beginning in the next couple of weeks, a newly owned business decided to give essential school supplies to students. The newly opened Lab Boutique held a school supply drive for children of all ages. The drive happened inside the store where students and their parents could come and get a bag…
The start of Trader Day makes its way to Lowndes County
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Local farmers had the opportunity to sell and trade their goods in Lowndes County. It was marked as the inaugural Trader Day at the Co-op Lowndes County farm supply. There were over 20 vendors. There was fresh produce, plants, and farm animals. Leah Huerkamp said her farming business benefited from Trader Day. “It was great…
Crawford Festival features walk-a-thon and health fair
CRAWFORD, Miss. (WCBI) – Residents in Crawford gathered early this morning for the annual Crawford Day festival walkathon and health fair. Some health fair topics were handling stress, anxiety disorders, and health examinations. Crawford Mayor Willie Parson said these events were beneficial to attendees. “Some people that did not know they had high blood pressure, they found out today, said…
MHP reports semi-truck hanging off bridge in Tremont
The incident happened on Interstate 22 in the Westbound lane in Tremont near Exit 113.
ITAWAMBA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Highway Patrol reports a semi-truck crash in the early morning hours of Saturday, July 13 in Itawamba County. The incident happened on Interstate 22 in the Westbound lane in Tremont near Exit 113. The back side of the truck was hanging off the bridge. All lanes were blocked around 6:53 Saturday morning. Around…
Argument in Columbus turns into an Aggravated Assault case
Michael Tate and Jaquon Norwood were in an argument that turned physical.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – An argument between two people in Columbus turns into an Aggravated Assault case. Columbus Police Department says on July 11th, officers to the 500 block of 9th Avenue South for a disturbance. Michael Tate and Jaquon Norwood were in an argument that turned physical. Norwood allegedly grabbed a knife and cut Tate on his right hand….
Mississippi politicians react to assassination attempt
All seem to be in agreeance and sorrowful for the situation.
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Mississippi Politicians react to the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. Governor Tate Reeves posted on X, “Pray for President Donald Trump! Pray for the Trump family! Pray for the attendees at the rally! And please…Pray for America! God’s protection and grace, along with the vigilance of patriots, is the only shield against evil.” State senators…
Tupelo police say it takes team effort to fight human trafficking
Recent arrests of two Memphis women have put spotlight on the crime of human trafficking
Tupelo police said it was a tip that led them to investigate a possible case of prostitution at a local motel. Officers found three people inside a room.
LCSD adds two motorcycles to patrol fleet
The motorcycles are fully equipped with radar, sirens and lights to help deputies tackle a growing problem in the county.
The motorcycles are fully equipped with radar, sirens, and lights to help deputies tackle a growing problem in the county.