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Two big trucks collide on Highway 12 in Lowndes Co.
A lunchtime crash sent a truck driver to the hospital and snarled traffic on Highway 12 in Lowndes County.
Trump administration eases limits on coal plants for emitting mercury, other toxins
Sources from Associated Press say that the Environmental Protection Agency on Friday weakened limits on mercury and other toxic emissions from coal-fired power plants
Inflation rose more quickly than expected in December
According to Associated Press, a key inflation gauge accelerated in December to the fastest pace in nearly a year, showing how prices are still rising more quickly than most Americans would prefer — and faster than the Federal Reserve’s target of 2% a year.
US economic growth weaker than thought in fourth quarter with government shutdown, consumer pullback
Associated Press reports that U.S. economic growth slowed in the final three months of last year, dragged down by the six-week shutdown of the federal government and a pullback in consumer spending.
You can give old batteries a new life by safely recycling them
Sources from Associated Press say that when household batteries die, it’s hard to know what to do with them. So they get shoved into a junk drawer or sheepishly thrown into the trash.
Trump has other tariff options after Supreme Court strikes down his worldwide import taxes
According to AP, President Donald Trump still has options to keep taxing imports aggressively even after the Supreme Court struck down the tariffs he imposed last year on nearly every country on earth.
Trump administration eases limits on coal plants for emitting mercury, other toxins
Sources from Associated Press say that the Environmental Protection Agency on Friday weakened limits on mercury and other toxic emissions from coal-fired power plants
Inflation rose more quickly than expected in December
According to Associated Press, a key inflation gauge accelerated in December to the fastest pace in nearly a year, showing how prices are still rising more quickly than most Americans would prefer — and faster than the Federal Reserve’s target of 2% a year.
US economic growth weaker than thought in fourth quarter with government shutdown, consumer pullback
Associated Press reports that U.S. economic growth slowed in the final three months of last year, dragged down by the six-week shutdown of the federal government and a pullback in consumer spending.
You can give old batteries a new life by safely recycling them
Sources from Associated Press say that when household batteries die, it’s hard to know what to do with them. So they get shoved into a junk drawer or sheepishly thrown into the trash.
Trump has other tariff options after Supreme Court strikes down his worldwide import taxes
According to AP, President Donald Trump still has options to keep taxing imports aggressively even after the Supreme Court struck down the tariffs he imposed last year on nearly every country on earth.
Scattered Storms For This Afternoon And Tonight!
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Showers and storms look to return as we head into the afternoon and overnight hours. Temperatures drop as we head into next week. FRIDAY: A stationary front located in central and southern Mississippi will begin to…
Mississippi liquor shortage impacts local businesses
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) - Inventory in liquor stores across Mississippi is drying up. Since early January, there have been delays in shipments from the state's Alcoholic Beverage Control Warehouse. Local businesses like Tuck's Liquor & Wine are feeling the impact.…
The matters of the heart
According to the American Heart Association, Black Americans have a disproportionally higher rate of heart disease, stroke and heart attack compared to other races. And an equally higher death rate.
Winona starts call to action for debris pickup from winter storm
The city has contracted with Looks Great Services of Mississippi Inc. to gather debris that has been brought to the roadside.
WCBI's Kealy Shields shares career experiences as guest speaker at Amory Rotary Club
Amory Rotarians enjoyed lunch and learning about broadcast journalism today. Our Kealy Shields was this week's guest speaker.
Trump says U.S. will contribute $10 billion to Board of Peace
According to CBS, President Trump on Thursday announced the United States will contribute $10 billion to the "Board of Peace" he established as part of his 20-point peace plan for Gaza, although the funding source isn't yet clear.
Lawsuit against Amazon over suicides linked to curing salt can go to trial, court rules
CBS News reports that a lawsuit against Amazon alleging the retailer sold a chemical on its website that played a role in the suicides of several teenagers and adults can proceed to trial
An investigation is underway after a shooting in West Point
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) Tragedy has struck the city of West Point once again. An investigation into a shooting is underway in West Point. Assistant Police…
Police in search of a burglary suspect in Tupelo
Crime Stoppers of North East Mississippi and the Tupelo Police Department need help locating the person or persons responsible for Burglary of a Commercial Building.
Noxubee Co. Sheriff reports stolen car has been recovered in Brooksville
The Noxubee County Sheriff's Department reports it has recovered another stolen vehicle on Hopewell Road in Brooksville.
Suspect wanted for false pretense in Tupelo
Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi and the Tupelo Police Department need help locating the individuals responsible for a False Pretense case that is being investigated by the Tupelo Police Department.
Verona man pleads guilty to second-degree murder in Tupelo
A Verona man will spend the next 25 years in the Mississippi Department of Corrections.
Aliceville mayor addresses recent police officer arrest
Aliceville, Ala. (WCBI) The Aliceville Mayor releases a statement regarding the recent arrest of a city police officer. Mayor Terrence Windham posted a statement to social media saying, "No one is above the law, and we are fully cooperating with…
Fifth person charged with child-related sex crimes in Pickens Co.
20-year-old Caminion Gary was booked into the Pickens County Jail on Tuesday. He is facing Felony Sexual abuse, Felony transmitting obscene material to a child by computer, and felony Molestation-enticing a child.
Four Pickens County Teachers arrested; District issues statement
The school said they are cooperating with authorities, and because this is an active investigation, they cannot comment on specific details at this time.
Police investigate a shooting that injured a juvenile in Tupelo
Tupelo Police are investigating a weekend shooting that injured a juvenile.
Lee Co. Sheriff's Office makes an arrest for alleged sexual battery of a child
The department was notified by Child Protective Services of a possible sexual abuse case involving a child under the age of 6 and allegations of sexual assault against a child surfaced.
Saltillo man denied bond after drug trafficking accusations in Tupelo
Bond is denied for a Saltillo man accused of trafficking drugs in Tupelo.
One of two victims of a homicide in North Carolina have been identified
A Hamilton man has been identified as one of two victims in a Valentine's Day homicide in North Carolina.
Hamilton man identified as victim in North Carolina double homicide
NORTH CAROLINA - A Hamilton man is identified as one of two victims in a Valentine's Day homicide in North Carolina. According to reports, 28-year-old Matthew Wade and his girlfriend, 21-year-old Kateryna Tovmash, were tragically shot Saturday night. The suspect,…
A man was sentenced to serve ten years in prison for narcotics
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) On Thursday, Derrick Lerenzo Denman pled guilty to trafficking methamphetamine in Lee County. Circuit Court Judge John R. White sentenced Denman…
Woman faces multiple drug charges in Itawamba Co.
On Thursday, February 12, the Fulton Police Department, Itawamba County Sheriff's Office, and the North Mississippi Narcotics Unit arrested Amy Lauren Tillotson.
Two people accused of dealing drugs in Burnsville
Two Burnsville residents are behind bars, accused of dealing drugs.
Hamilton teenager faces enticement charges in Monroe Co.
Monroe County SVU Investigators arrested 18-year-old Ethan James Serrano on Wednesday, February 11.
Former neurologist receives sentence for child pornography charges
A former Tupelo neurologist will spend the next 12 years in Federal prison for child pornography charges.





