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NEMCC heading back to class
BOONEVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) - Things are beginning to return to normal across Northeast Mississippi after Winter Storm Fern brought many places to a standstill. Beginning Wednesday February 4th, Northeast Mississippi Community College will return to its normal schedule and resume…
Grab The Rain Gear Today!!!
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - A cold front will push showers into the area throughout most of today! Following its passage, colder air will settle into Northeast Mississippi and West Alabama. TUESDAY: Widespread showers are expected today starting in the late…
Aundrea Self spreads the word about growing community groups in Starkville
Small things can make a big impact. That was part of the message delivered by a familiar face today in Starkville.
First February Front
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Tuesday cold front brings scattered showers throughout the day. Cooler air for the middle of the week. MONDAY NIGHT: Wind pulling in from the South will help increase moisture and cloud coverage overnight and into Tuesday.…
New Hope Trojans return victorious after National School Spirit competition in Orlando
The New Hope Trojans -- Cheer, Band, and Dance teams -- brought back trophies from a National School Spirit competition in Orlando, Florida.
Man arrested on child porn charges in Pickens Co.
The Aliceville Police Department has made an arrest for Child Pornography Charges.
Grab The Rain Gear Today!!!
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - A cold front will push showers into the area throughout most of today! Following its passage, colder air will settle into Northeast Mississippi and West Alabama. TUESDAY: Widespread showers are expected today starting in the late…
Aundrea Self spreads the word about growing community groups in Starkville
Small things can make a big impact. That was part of the message delivered by a familiar face today in Starkville.
First February Front
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Tuesday cold front brings scattered showers throughout the day. Cooler air for the middle of the week. MONDAY NIGHT: Wind pulling in from the South will help increase moisture and cloud coverage overnight and into Tuesday.…
New Hope Trojans return victorious after National School Spirit competition in Orlando
The New Hope Trojans -- Cheer, Band, and Dance teams -- brought back trophies from a National School Spirit competition in Orlando, Florida.
Man arrested on child porn charges in Pickens Co.
The Aliceville Police Department has made an arrest for Child Pornography Charges.
Target and its new CEO face pressure to take a stand against ICE's actions in Minnesota
CBS News reports that new Target CEO Michael Fiddelke faces mounting pressure to take a stand against actions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Minneapolis
U.K. says sightings of "rogue drones" near military bases doubled last year amid tension with Russia
CBS News reports that the U.K. government wants to give military personnel new powers to shoot down unidentified drones near British bases, citing a doubling of reported drone incidents around defense installations last year as European countries accused Russia of menacing NATO nations with "hybrid warfare."
Car chase in Tupelo leads to the death of a juvenile
A chase in a stolen car leads to the death of a juvenile in Tupelo.
Gold and silver prices are slumping after their meteoric rise. Here's why.
Sources from CBS say the shine is coming off gold and silver. Prices for the precious metals, which last week soared to record highs, are extending their slide after a sharp selloff on Friday.
Trump says he wants proposed arch to be world's "biggest"
According to CBS News, President Trump says he wants the new triumphal arch he's commissioning as a gate to Washington, D.C., to be the "biggest one of all" in the world
Operation BBQ Relief volunteers set up for service in Oxford
Volunteers with "Operation BBQ Relief" have been set up at the Walmart Supercenter parking lot in Oxford, dishing out hot plates of barbecue for anyone who needs a meal.
Boil water notice issued for Prentiss County area
Power outages are affecting more than just heat and lights. They have also prompted boil water notices, including one for the Holcut Cairo Water Association in Prentiss County.
Man arrested on child porn charges in Pickens Co.
The Aliceville Police Department has made an arrest for Child Pornography Charges.
Suspect wanted in connection with false pretense case in Tupelo
Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi and the Tupelo Police Department need your help with locating an individual responsible for an alleged False Pretense case, which is being investigated by the Tupelo Police Department.
Amory Police investigate an auto burglary on Dolly Tubb Hill Road
The Amory Police Department needs the communities help with an investigation into a burglary on Hatley Road near Dolly Tubb Hill Road.
Teenager faces indictment for Aggravated Assault/kidnapping in Columbus
16-year-old Rager was indicted by a Lowndes County Grand Jury on charges of Aggravated Assault and Kidnapping in relation to a reported attack in which he is accused of pointing a gun and threatening another juvenile.
Teenager accused of 2025 assault now indicted by Lowndes Co. Grand Jury
The teenager accused of an assault that was caught on video in August of 2025 has been indicted by a Lowndes County Grand Jury.
"Generator Reimbursement Program" scam reported in Lafayette Co.
Crews continue to work to clear icy roads and restore power, but while many are lending a helping hand, others are preying on those who are vulnerable.
Winston Co. Sheriff warns residents about a scam in the area
The Winston County Sheriff's Department wants the public to be aware that a scammer is posing as a local pastor.
Suspect arrested on aggravated domestic violence in Lafayette Co.
A suspect has been arrested on a charge of Aggravated Domestic Violence in Lafayette County.
Man facing charges after a pursuit in Starkville
A Starkville man is facing charges after allegedly leading officers on a pursuit through Oktibbeha County yesterday afternoon.
Two men charged with felony kidnapping in Monroe County
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) - Two people in Monroe County are charged with Felony Kidnapping. On January 21st, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office received an anonymous call stating they were concerned someone was being held against their will at the…
Area teacher arrested for allegedly grooming a child
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) - A former New Hope School teacher is behind bars for an alleged inappropriate relationship with a student. The Lowndes County Sheriff's Office arrested 41-year-old Monica Grady. She was a teacher at New Hope Middle School…
Law enforcement responds to a bank robbery in Oxford
A bank robbery kept law enforcement in Lafayette County busy this morning.
Man arrested for failure to register as a sex offender in Monroe Co.
A man fresh out of prison finds himself back behind bars in Monroe County.
Investigation underway after two men arrive at the BMH with gunshot wounds
Columbus Police are investigating after two young men showed up at Baptist Memorial Hospital Monday night with gunshot wounds.
Two gunshot victims show up at hospital; CPD investigating
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) - Columbus Police are investigating after two young men showed up at Baptist Memorial Hospital on Tuesday night with gunshot wounds. Police say they got the 9‑1‑1 call around 9:40, but when officers arrived, both victims refused…
Two MS Superintendents and St. Louis Teacher enter guilty pleas for Federal Embezzlement
Two Mississippi school superintendents and a St. Louis school teacher have entered guilty pleas to Federal Embezzlement charges.
UPDATE: 3 people charged after a weekend Starkville shooting
Three people, including a 16-year-old, now face charges in connection with a weekend shooting in Starkville.
19-year-old turns himself in after a weekend shooting in Starkville
The teenager wanted in connection with a weekend shooting at the Sonic in Starkville has now turned himself in.





