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St. Jude's fundraiser to be held in Plantersville
A trail ride and auction set for this weekend in Plantersville will benefit the kids at St Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Woman indicted for SNAP benefits fraud in Oktibbeha Co.
An Oktibbeha County woman has been indicted for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars worth of SNAP benefits.
Columbus GTR Theatre Company provides kids drama academy
Columbus's Golden Triangle Theatre Company is taking drama to the public by providing a combination of community theater for all ages and a drama academy for kids.
Lowndes Co. looks to change animal control officer position
Lowndes County is changing the way it handles animal control issues.
Supervisors approve Sheriff's request for department mechanic
Supervisors approved Sheriff Eddie Hawkins' request to hire a dedicated mechanic to perform repairs and maintenance on his department's vehicles.
Voter registration deadline approaches for upcoming general elections
A voter registration deadline is almost here for the upcoming General Elections. Mississippians must register in person to vote by May 5.
Woman indicted for SNAP benefits fraud in Oktibbeha Co.
An Oktibbeha County woman has been indicted for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars worth of SNAP benefits.
Columbus GTR Theatre Company provides kids drama academy
Columbus's Golden Triangle Theatre Company is taking drama to the public by providing a combination of community theater for all ages and a drama academy for kids.
Lowndes Co. looks to change animal control officer position
Lowndes County is changing the way it handles animal control issues.
Supervisors approve Sheriff's request for department mechanic
Supervisors approved Sheriff Eddie Hawkins' request to hire a dedicated mechanic to perform repairs and maintenance on his department's vehicles.
Voter registration deadline approaches for upcoming general elections
A voter registration deadline is almost here for the upcoming General Elections. Mississippians must register in person to vote by May 5.
Homicide investigation leads to victim's identification in Tupelo
The victim of a homicide investigation in Tupelo has been identified.
Murder trial begins for a man in Oktibbeha Co.
The murder trial for Marco Brown began this week in Oktibbeha County Circuit Court.
Market Street - 04/30/25
Today Kealy talks with Columbus Main Street Director, Barbara Bigelow, about the upcoming Marketplace event.
Swimming safety: Lifeguard gives tips to help save lives
As summer approaches, knowing how to swim can help keep yourself safe and can also save others.
Noxubee Medical Complex hosts free health fair for community
NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) - Folks in Noxubee County are prioritizing good health. Dozens of vendors came together to offer resources at the Noxubee Medical Complex’s Health Fair. Attendees were able to…
Hot again Wednesday ahead of storm chance Thursday
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Hot, humid weather continues Wednesday before unsettled weather moves in Thursday and Friday. WEDNESDAY: The day once again stays dry, hot, and relatively humid with highs well into the 80s. The heat index could again push 90 degrees…
NMHS breaks ground on Medical Office Building
The nation's largest rural hospital system is expanding in Northeast Mississippi.
Murder trial begins for a man in Oktibbeha Co.
The murder trial for Marco Brown began this week in Oktibbeha County Circuit Court.
Police make an arrest in connection with disabled assault in Tupelo
Tupelo police have made an arrest in the assault of a mentally disabled man that was videotaped and put on social media.
Man charged with felony fleeing in Tupelo
Tupelo Police officers arrested a man after fleeing from being pulled over for traffic violation.
Woman arrested for burglary and attempted arson in Lafayette
Lafayette County deputies made an arrest on a person charged with burglary and attempted arson.
Tupelo police in search of a suspect after an armed robbery
Tupelo Police are trying to track down the suspect in an early morning armed robbery.
Suspects wanted for assaulting a disabled man in Tupelo
Tupelo Police are looking for suspects in an assault on a disabled man
Man arrested on multiple sex crime charges in Monroe Co.
A Monroe County man is facing nearly a dozen child sex crimes, and investigators fear there could be more victims.
Man behind bars after assaulting police officers in Tupelo
A Tupelo man is being held without bond after assaulting police officers.
Woman arrested for grand larceny in Tupelo
A Tupelo woman is in the Lee County Jail after being accused of leaving a gas station in someone else's car.
Police make a burglary arrest in Eupora
Koran White was arrested and charged with burglary, with more charges to be expected.
Man arrested in Verona on first-degree murder charges
A Shannon man has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection with a shooting in Verona earlier this month.
Bond set for a man after felony fleeing in Tupelo
Bond is set at $60,000 for a Tupelo man, after police said he decided to make a run for it on Easter.
Mayoral candidate arrested on DUI charge in Houston
A mayoral candidate in Houston arrested over the weekend for DUI and other alleged offenses plans to plead not guilty to the charges.
Man faces child sex crime charges in Tupelo
A Tupelo man has been charged with attempted enticement of a child to meet for sexual purposes and attempted enticement of a child to produce sexual conduct.
Prentiss Co. teacher convicted of sexual child abuse material possession
PRENTISS COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) - A former Prentiss County School District teacher has been convicted of possessing child sexual abuse materials. federal jurors found 36-year-old Andrew Murphy…
Traffic stop leads to drug arrest in Montgomery Co.
A traffic stop leads to a drug arrest in Montgomery County.
Houston candidate arrested for driving under the influence
56-year-old Hubert Hamilton was arrested by the Mississippi Highway Patrol on April 18.
Winston Co. Sheriff's Office needs help finding wanted suspect
WINSTON COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) - The Winston County Sheriff's Office needs help looking for a man charged with burglary of a commercial building. Sheriff Mike Perkins says it's believed Andrew Terrill Hughes is evading in the county. Hughes is a…