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Scattered rain & storms tonight ahead of severe weather this weekend
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - We'll have increasing clouds this evening ahead of a few storms that move in overnight and into early Thursday. We have a stretch of active weather from Thursday and continuing into the weekend. TONIGHT - We'll…
Firefighters respond to gas leak on Strawberry Street in Columbus
Columbus Fire and Rescue Chief Duane Hughes said firefighters assisted Atmos Energy crews to cap off a gas leak.
Former teacher from Corinth faces child pornography charges
A former Corinth teacher was in Federal Court this morning answering charges of producing child pornography.
Man charged with aggravated domestic violence in Tupelo
The Tupelo Police Department has arrested a man and charged him with Aggravated Domestic Violence.
Rob Chambers challenges Tupelo Mayor in Republican Primary
A conservative activist said he is running for mayor of the All America city to boost public safety, lower taxes and promote economic development.
Two people arrested for dumping tires in Calhoun County
The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office has arrested two people for dumping tires.
Firefighters respond to gas leak on Strawberry Street in Columbus
Columbus Fire and Rescue Chief Duane Hughes said firefighters assisted Atmos Energy crews to cap off a gas leak.
Former teacher from Corinth faces child pornography charges
A former Corinth teacher was in Federal Court this morning answering charges of producing child pornography.
Man charged with aggravated domestic violence in Tupelo
The Tupelo Police Department has arrested a man and charged him with Aggravated Domestic Violence.
Rob Chambers challenges Tupelo Mayor in Republican Primary
A conservative activist said he is running for mayor of the All America city to boost public safety, lower taxes and promote economic development.
Two people arrested for dumping tires in Calhoun County
The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office has arrested two people for dumping tires.
An update on the bird flu case reported in Noxubee County
The third case of bird flu in the state has been found in Noxubee County.
Several workers injured after a gas leak in Plantersville
Natural gas escaped from a line after an explosion in Lee County. We are told that workers were in the final stages of fixing a gas leak off of Highway 6 and County Road 660 when the line ruptured.
Mid-morning with Joey - 03/12/25
An all-new episode of Mid-mornings with Joey Barnes is now available!
Mega Millions to Get MEGA Enhancements Starting April 2025
Sources from Mississippi Lottery say that the popular multi-state draw game Mega Millions will undergo a major makeover with sales beginning on April 5, featuring bigger jackpots, automatic multipliers, and enhanced prizes.
Tupelo man faces burglary charges after allegedly stealing a car key
Tupelo Police Officers responded to 2302 South Thomas Street, Capital Bedding Healthcare in reference to a vehicle.
Sunny, warm Wednesday ahead of building storm potential late week
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Another beautiful, sunny day is in store Wednesday before an active stretch of weather begins Thursday into the weekend. WEDNESDAY: Expect another gorgeous, warm day w/plenty of sun and highs in the 76-81 degree range. Like yesterday, some…
Metro Ford; only minority-owned major car dealership in region
Whether he is meeting with his staff, or doing business with a vendor, Beyron Erby is right at home in the showroom at Metro Ford. Erby recently became the sole owner of the longtime Tupelo dealership, after working his way up through the ranks, over the past thirty years.
Two people arrested for dumping tires in Calhoun County
The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office has arrested two people for dumping tires.
Tupelo man faces burglary charges after allegedly stealing a car key
Tupelo Police Officers responded to 2302 South Thomas Street, Capital Bedding Healthcare in reference to a vehicle.
Aberdeen man charged with felony Eluding in Monroe Co.
Sometimes it's better just to take the ticket. That turned out to be an expensive lesson for an Aberdeen man.
Nettleton man faces drug and theft charges in Monroe Co.
A Nettleton man is in the Monroe County Jail facing drug and theft charges.
Suspect wanted for child sex crime in Clay County
The Clay County Sheriff's Office is asking for your help to find a suspect wanted for a child sex crime.
Plantersville man sentenced to over 10 years for drug trafficking
A Plantersville man has been sentenced to over 10 years in jail for drug trafficking.
Man faces misdemeanor charges in Webster County
A man in Webster County is facing a list of misdemeanor and felony charges
Two more arrest made in connection with a shooting in Starkville
Starkville police have made two more arrests in a February shooting.
Police arrest a man on felony charges in Aberdeen
A Monroe County man already in trouble with the law, finds himself facing more charges.
Two men arrested for trying to steal copper wire in Carroll Co.
Two men are facing charges for allegedly trying to steal copper wire.
Police in search of two people with felony warrants in Clay Co.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office needs help locating two individuals with outstanding felony warrants.
Marietta man faces several misdemeanor charges in Prentiss Co.
A trip to Dollar General leads to several misdemeanor charges for a Marietta man.
Capital Murder inmate escapes Mississippi State penitentiary
An inmate currently serving a life sentence for Capital Murder has escaped from the Mississippi State Penitentiary.
Lowndes Co. Sheriff warns families about new scam risk
A new scam is making its way around Lowndes County. Chad Bell with the Lowndes County Sheriff's Department told WCBI that scammers are looking to spoof family members of inmates.
Crime Stoppers - 03/04/2025
Today on Crime Stoppers, Kealy talks with Chad Bell and Jason Howell from The Lowndes County Sheriff's Department, about scams and their search for a suspect. For 24/7 news and…
Starkville Police make an arrest after shots reported
On Thursday, February 2, 2025, around 3:15 p.m., the Starkville Police Department responded to Chandler Park apartments, 309 Reed Road, to a report of shots being fired.
Man sentenced to 40 years for drug trafficking in Tupelo
A Northeast Mississippi man will spend the next forty years in prison after he is sentenced on drug trafficking charges.
Fight leads to a shooting and two arrests in Starkville
A fight in Starkville early in the week leads to a shooting and two arrests a couple of days later.