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Did you earn tips last year? See how much this new tax break could save you.
Sources from Associated Press say that Locksmiths, tattoo artists, and pedicab drivers are among those who could benefit from a new deduction this tax season that lowers the burden on workers who received tips as part of their income last year.
NASA will return its moon rocket to the hangar for more repairs before astronauts strap in
Sources from AP say that grounded until at least April, NASA’s giant moon rocket is headed back to the hangar this week for more repairs before astronauts climb aboard.
US stocks drop after Trump ramps up his tariffs and worries flare about potential AI losers
Associated Press reports that U.S. stocks are falling Monday after President Donald Trump took little time to ramp up his newest tariffs, and as investors continue to punish companies that could be losers in the artificial-intelligence revolution.
Rob Reiner’s son pleads not guilty to murder in the killing of his parents
Sources from Associated Press say that Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty Monday to two counts of first-degree murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Police are finding suspects based on their online searches as courts weigh privacy concerns
According to Associated Press, criminal investigators hoping to develop suspects in difficult cases have been asking Google to reveal who searched for specific information online, seeking “reverse keyword” warrants that critics warn threaten the privacy of innocent people.
Armed man shot and killed at Mar-a-Lago was never interested in politics or guns, cousin says
Associated Press reports that the 21-year-old North Carolina man who drove through a gate at President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort with a shotgun before he was shot and killed worked as a golf course groundskeeper and liked to sketch.
NASA will return its moon rocket to the hangar for more repairs before astronauts strap in
Sources from AP say that grounded until at least April, NASA’s giant moon rocket is headed back to the hangar this week for more repairs before astronauts climb aboard.
US stocks drop after Trump ramps up his tariffs and worries flare about potential AI losers
Associated Press reports that U.S. stocks are falling Monday after President Donald Trump took little time to ramp up his newest tariffs, and as investors continue to punish companies that could be losers in the artificial-intelligence revolution.
Rob Reiner’s son pleads not guilty to murder in the killing of his parents
Sources from Associated Press say that Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty Monday to two counts of first-degree murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Police are finding suspects based on their online searches as courts weigh privacy concerns
According to Associated Press, criminal investigators hoping to develop suspects in difficult cases have been asking Google to reveal who searched for specific information online, seeking “reverse keyword” warrants that critics warn threaten the privacy of innocent people.
Armed man shot and killed at Mar-a-Lago was never interested in politics or guns, cousin says
Associated Press reports that the 21-year-old North Carolina man who drove through a gate at President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort with a shotgun before he was shot and killed worked as a golf course groundskeeper and liked to sketch.
Powerful winter storm roils travel across the US, leading to thousands of flight cancellations
Sources from AP say that air traffic is coming to a standstill in much of the northeastern U.S. as a powerful storm brings heavy snow and strong winds across the region.
FDA proposes new system for approving customized drugs and therapies for rare diseases
According to Associated Press, Federal health officials on Monday laid out a proposal to spur development of customized treatments for patients with hard-to-treat diseases
6 planets will parade across the night sky at the end of February
Associated Press reports that six planets are linking up in the sky at the end of February, and most will be visible to the naked eye.
After Supreme Court rebuke, Democrats call for government to refund billions in Trump tariff money
Sources from Associated Press say that a trio of Senate Democrats is calling for the government to start refunding roughly $175 billion in tariff revenues that the Supreme Court ruled were collected because of an illegal set of orders by President Donald Trump.
Lindsey Vonn says surgery saved her from having her left leg amputated following Olympic crash
According to AP, American skier Lindsey Vonn says she nearly lost her left leg following a frightening crash in the women’s downhill at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Cold & Breezy Blast For Monday
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - We start the week off with our coldest temperatures for this afternoon as we stay with breezy northwest winds. After a very cold Monday night, we look to warm back up starting on Tuesday. TODAY: Beautiful…
WPPD needs your help finding Jalon Little
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) According to the West Point Police Department, Little was possibly involved and may have information about a shooting on Thursday afternoon. You may…
Police in search of two felony shoplifting suspects in Tupelo
The Tupelo Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying two suspects involved in a felony shoplifting case.
WPPD needs your help finding Jalon Little
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) According to the West Point Police Department, Little was possibly involved and may have information about a shooting on Thursday afternoon. You may…
Tupelo police in search of suspect wanted for burglary of a business
The Tupelo Police Department and Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi are asking for your help to find a burglary suspect.
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.





