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Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales officially resign from Congress, avoiding expected expulsion votes
Sources from CBS News, Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, and GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales officially submitted their resignation letters to the House clerk on Tuesday...
Utility companies to spend $1.4 trillion over the next 5 years amid data center boom
CBS News reports that U.S. utility companies are planning to invest $1.4 trillion over the next five years to update the nation's ailing power grid as the data center boom intensifies the need for electricity.
Appeals court shuts down criminal contempt probe over deportation flights of Venezuelan migrants
Sources from CBS News say that a federal appeals court on Tuesday ordered an end to criminal contempt proceedings launched by a lower court judge who said the government defied his order to turn around deportation flights carrying Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador last year.
Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh is worth well over $100 million, new financial disclosure forms show
According to CBS News, Kevin Warsh, President Trump's nominee to be the next chair of the Federal Reserve, has a net worth exceeding $100 million
Democrats seek to overturn Trump’s new rules for student loan forgiveness
Associated Press reports that Democrats in Congress are trying to overturn the Trump administration’s changes to a popular student loan forgiveness program, with lawmakers saying the changes are political and could leave some borrowers without the relief they were pledged.
Two-car crash leaves one person dead in Oktibbeha Co.
A two-car crash in Oktibbeha County this morning has left one person dead.
Utility companies to spend $1.4 trillion over the next 5 years amid data center boom
CBS News reports that U.S. utility companies are planning to invest $1.4 trillion over the next five years to update the nation's ailing power grid as the data center boom intensifies the need for electricity.
Appeals court shuts down criminal contempt probe over deportation flights of Venezuelan migrants
Sources from CBS News say that a federal appeals court on Tuesday ordered an end to criminal contempt proceedings launched by a lower court judge who said the government defied his order to turn around deportation flights carrying Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador last year.
Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh is worth well over $100 million, new financial disclosure forms show
According to CBS News, Kevin Warsh, President Trump's nominee to be the next chair of the Federal Reserve, has a net worth exceeding $100 million
Democrats seek to overturn Trump’s new rules for student loan forgiveness
Associated Press reports that Democrats in Congress are trying to overturn the Trump administration’s changes to a popular student loan forgiveness program, with lawmakers saying the changes are political and could leave some borrowers without the relief they were pledged.
Two-car crash leaves one person dead in Oktibbeha Co.
A two-car crash in Oktibbeha County this morning has left one person dead.
Suspect in Molotov attack at Sam Altman’s California home set to appear in court
Sources from AP say that the man accused of trying to kill OpenAI CEO Sam Altman by throwing a Molotov cocktail at his San Francisco home is set to make an initial court appearance Tuesday.
7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of its stores in North America this year
According to Associated Press, convenience chain 7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of its locations this year.
Warner Bros. to take the stage at CinemaCon as filmmakers oppose Paramount acquisition
Sources from Associated Press say that fresh off best picture, best actor, and best director wins at the Oscars last month, Warner Bros. is presenting its upcoming slate to movie theater owners.
Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again in a New York rape case
According to Associated Press, after years of #MeToo infamy, legal peril and prison, Harvey Weinstein is again going on trial on a rape charge in New York City.
Man wanted for three jurisdictions arrested in Lafayette Co.
A man wanted in three jurisdictions is given a $1 million bond after running from law enforcement.
Police in search of a stolen 4-wheeler in Clay Co.
The Clay County Sheriff's Department needs the community's help locating a stolen 4-wheeler.
Mid-Morning (Charity Johnson Receives MAB Award) - 04/14/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with WCBI Reporter Charity Johnson about Johnson's recent award, career, and time with WCBI.
Police investigate a weekend shooting in Monroe Co.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is investigating a weekend shooting.
Multi-state investigation leads an Arkansas man's arrest in Tupelo
A break-in attempt at a Tupelo ATM leads to a multi-state investigation and the arrest of an Arkansas man.
Man charged with one count cyberstalking in Tupelo
A Tupelo man accused of harassing someone online has been arrested.
Teen arrested after a weekend shooting in Tupelo
Tupelo Police arrested a teenager for a weekend shooting.
Teen faces Breaking and Entering charges in Amory
18-year-old Horatio French is charged with Breaking and Entering of a Dwelling.
Tupelo man charged with felony fleeing
TUPELO, Miss., (WCBI) -- A Tupelo man has been arrested after he ran from officers after they attempted to make a traffic stop. According to the Tupelo Police Department's Facebook post, Earnest Long, Jr., 25, was arrested and charged with…
Tupelo PD makes arrest for alleged Aggravated Domestic Violence and Grand Larceny
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) - The Tupelo Police Department has made an arrest for alleged Aggravated Domestic Violence and Grand Larceny. According to the department, officers contacted a victim at the Tupelo Police Department. The victim said they had been assaulted…
Tupelo PD makes arrest for alleged credit card fraud
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) - The Tupelo Police Department has arrested a person for alleged credit card fraud. According to the department, TPD received a report of unauthorized transactions on a victim's credit/debit card. It was later determined that the card…
Prentiss Co. Police warn citizens of recent scam in the area
The Prentiss County Sheriff's Office is warning citizens of a recent scam making the rounds.
Winona Police make an arrest in 2021 death of a 3-month-old infant
According to the department, Winona PD arrested Detavion Meeks Sr. of Greenwood on April 8, 2026, in connection with the death of his infant son, Detavion Meeks Jr.
Columbus Police arrest a man after a stabbing on Railroad Street
Columbus Police have made an arrest in a stabbing on Railroad Street.
Budget for next year's fiscal passes in 2026 legislative Session
The 2026 Legislative Session is nearing the finish line, and the budget for the next fiscal year has been passed.
Booneville man arrested on multiple charges after checkpoint in Prentiss Co.
PRENTISS COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) -A Booneville man was arrested after Prentiss County Sheriff's Department deputies conducted a checkpoint. According to the department, 46-year-old Maurice Miller was arrested for a suspended driver’s license and a municipal warrant. Maurice was allegedly found…
Traffic stop leads to drug seizure in St. Clair County
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ala. (WCBI) - A traffic stop leads to a drug seizure in St. Clair County. On March 31, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's Motor Carrier Safety Unit conducted a commercial motor vehicle inspection on a tractor on…
Police arrest a man on assault charges in Columbus
A man who allegedly assaulted Columbus Police is now in custody.
Suspect wanted for shooting at a home in Tupelo
Tupelo Police are asking for the public's help in finding someone who shot at a home on Wednesday night.
Sheriff's office in search of a suspect accused of damaging vehicles in Lowndes Co.
The Lowndes County Sheriff's Office is asking for your help to find a suspect accused of damaging vehicles.
AL law enforcement provides update on Perry County homicide investigation
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency State Bureau gives updates on a homicide investigation in Perry County.





