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A weekend for the outdoors
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - These really great conditions are going to be sticking around, as we go into our weekend. Lots of sun and comfortable temperatures. FRIDAY NIGHT: A mostly clear night will have temperatures falling into the middle 50s.…
Noxubee Interim Sheriff looks to modernize office with a new app
The Noxubee County Sheriff's Office will soon have a new way to keep the public informed.
Man charged with 4 counts of child porn possession in Lee Co.
A months-long investigation by Lee County Internet Crimes Against Children investigators has resulted in the arrest of a Mooreville man.
STING operation leads to drug seizure and an arrest
A STING unit operation in Lowndes County leads to the arrest of an alleged drug dealer and the seizure of his goods.
West Point Mossy Oak Golf Course back in action after renovations
Things are swinging back into action at a golf course in West Point.
Huber Engineered Woods invests in local CTC schools
Huber Engineered Woods is bringing more than jobs to Northeast Mississippi
Noxubee Interim Sheriff looks to modernize office with a new app
The Noxubee County Sheriff's Office will soon have a new way to keep the public informed.
Man charged with 4 counts of child porn possession in Lee Co.
A months-long investigation by Lee County Internet Crimes Against Children investigators has resulted in the arrest of a Mooreville man.
STING operation leads to drug seizure and an arrest
A STING unit operation in Lowndes County leads to the arrest of an alleged drug dealer and the seizure of his goods.
West Point Mossy Oak Golf Course back in action after renovations
Things are swinging back into action at a golf course in West Point.
Huber Engineered Woods invests in local CTC schools
Huber Engineered Woods is bringing more than jobs to Northeast Mississippi
A Wonderful Day To End The Workweek!
COLUMBUS, Mississippi(WCBI)-Seasonal conditions are expected to stay for the rest of this week, before temperatures rise back into the upper 80s next week. TODAY: Clouds early will give way to mostly sunny skies this afternoon. Temperatures will be quite comfortable once…
Andy Hamlin appointed to serve on Standing Committee
24th Judicial Circuit District Attorney Andy Hamlin has been appointed by the Supreme Court of Alabama to serve on the Standing Committee on Rules of Criminal Procedure.
Columbus Lowndes Public Library offering special programs for adults
Most people are familiar with libraries' offerings for children. Things like Summer Reading programs and Storytime with Mother Goose in Columbus. The Columbus Lowndes Public Library System is also reaching out to adults.
Waste Management is putting the brakes on diesel fuel
Waste Management's new garbage trucks may not look different, but they are powered by a cleaner, more efficient fuel source.
A county official and a citizen share their thoughts on PERS changes
House bill one was passed by the legislature in March of 2025. One of the provisions of the bill created a new level in the state's retirement system.
Foodborne pathogens could be growing in your food
When improperly handled, prepared, or stored- food can make a person very sick. And can even result in fatal consequences.
Next to Nature (Persimmons) - 10/08/2025
On this week's Next to Nature, Joy Barnes talks with Dr. Long about the native wild fruit, the Persimmons, and their potential to predict the weather.
Man charged with 4 counts of child porn possession in Lee Co.
A months-long investigation by Lee County Internet Crimes Against Children investigators has resulted in the arrest of a Mooreville man.
STING operation leads to drug seizure and an arrest
A STING unit operation in Lowndes County leads to the arrest of an alleged drug dealer and the seizure of his goods.
Herrington retrial to use a jury from Madison County
The capital murder retrial for Sheldon Timothy Herrington Junior will use a jury selected from Madison County.
Bond now set for a murder suspect in West Point
Dennis Roberson Junior was given a $200,000 bond.
Two charged in Columbus shooting
Alex Malik Williams has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault, manifesting extreme indifference to life.
Man from Oxford arrested on 14 counts of credit card fraud
An Oxford man has been arrested on 14 counts of credit card fraud.
One man in custody and another on the run in Winston Co.
A man on the run is being taken back to Winston County.
String of burglaries leave Amory Police asking community for help
A string of car burglaries has the Amory Police Department asking the community to help.
A 38-year-old man is facing prison time for attempted murder
CORINTH, Miss. (WCBI) On October 3rd, Lemarius Andron Harris pled guilty for trying to murder Jerry Lucas Prayer. Senior Circuit Court Judge Paul S. Funderburk sentenced Harris to a…
A woman is behind bars facing an aggravated DUI charge
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Hailey Cole is being Charged with Aggravated DUI in a fatal crash Involving a Motorcyclist. On October 3, 39-year-old Hailey Cole was charged…
Itawamba Sheriff warns community about new scam in the area
An organization that provides equipment and other support for law enforcement officers is finding itself the victim of scammers.
Monroe homicide leaves questions unanswered for law enforcement
Now, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office and Aberdeen Police are asking if anyone has information that could help solve the case.
Police arrest a man on murder charges in Tupelo
Tupelo police made an arrest in a homicide case.
Two West Point brothers plead guilty in Clay Co. Circuit Court
Two West Point brothers have been sentenced for their roles in the death of Mikel Craven.
Police investigate a deadly shooting in Tupelo
Tupelo Police are investigating a deadly shooting.
Baldwyn man charged with second-degree murder in Prentiss Co.
A Baldwyn man has been charged with second-degree murder after a weekend shooting.
Man from New Albany accused of stealing a car in Tupelo
A New Albany man has been arrested in Oxford, accused of stealing a car in Tupelo.
Two former Noxubee Co. officials arrested for alleged fund embezzlement
Two former officials in Noxubee County have been arrested for allegedly embezzling funds.