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School bus safety: what motorists need to remember while driving
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – First responders spent much of the morning at the crash site, first helping the students and drivers. Then, they assisted the MHP with accident reconstruction. They all agree. You just can’t be too careful when school buses are on the road. WCBI talked to the officers who work accidents and get their advice on being cautious…
Local doctor’s offices, clinics report high numbers of positive flu cases
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Flu season has arrived, and the virus is working its way through schools, workplaces, and public spaces in general. Local doctor’s offices and clinics are reporting high numbers of positive flu cases. West Point pediatrician Dr. Keith Watson said the best protection against the flu is the vaccine. But he said there are rare cases of flu…
Man missing from Noxubee County last seen in Pinewood Area
NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Noxubee County Sheriff’s Office needs your help to find a man missing for over a week. Tadrian Shaw was last seen on October 23 around 9 p.m. in the Pinewood Area. He was wearing gray shorts, a gray jacket, white socks, and Yeezy slide-on shoes. If you know where he is or have seen…
Governor Reeves announces license plate redesign contest
JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – It worked with a design for a new flag. Now, the Mississippi License Tag Commission is accepting submissions for the state’s next official car tag. Governor Tate Reeves made the announcement this week. You can submit your ideas as early as today. You must be a resident of Mississippi to compete. And the designs have to…
Bus driver suffers serious injuries following crash on Highway 25
OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The students are safe. And the driver is being treated for serious injuries. At about 7:30 this morning, the Starkville Oktibbeha County school bus, driven by 60-year-old Calvin Ware was hit by the driver of a black 2006 Cadillac HF6. The bus overturned. Two adults and 12 students were trapped inside. Everyone was rescued and…
Mississippi lawmakers expected to approve economic incentive package
JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – In less than 24 hours, Mississippi lawmakers are expected to approve an economic incentive package of tax breaks at a special session. This is to support what Governor Tate Reeves said was the largest economic development project in the state’s history. It is coming to Lowndes County. Reeves did not identify the company but said this…
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Bus driver airlifted after crash injures at least 12 students, two other adults
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – At least 12 Starkville high school students are in the hospital after a bus rollover. The bus driver has been airlifted to an area hospital. Two adults and 12 students were on the bus at the time of the accident. The district said all of the students on the bus have minor injuries. The driver of…
Families find Trunk-or-Treating safer way to have fun during Halloween
CALEDONIA, Miss. (WCBI) – It is Halloween, and kids are probably ready to throw on their costumes and load up on candy, but sometimes it is hard to trust what is in that candy. Over the past few years, many communities have been turning to organized events rather than the traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating. If you want to get out for…
MSU Division of Research employees decorate offices for Halloween
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s Halloween, so workers in the Mississippi State University Division of Research are making the workday fun. The departments each decorated their hallways and offices using themes. They used their creativity to bring popular stories and movies to life – even the Super Mario Brothers game. The departments were previously spread out into different buildings on…
Grieving during the holidays and learning how to cope
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Holiday season is around the corner. Thanksgiving – Christmas and New Year’s bring joy to many, but for others, they are painful reminders of loss. According to the American Psychological Association, 38% of people surveyed said their stress increased during the holiday season, which can be caused by grief or loss. I spoke with Veronica…
Disturbance call leads to arrests for drugs, weapons
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A disturbance call in Columbus led to a drug and weapon arrest. Columbus Police arrived at an apartment on East Manor Drive for a disturbance between Kaliah Hunter and Tchnavia Howell. Officers noticed a strong odor coming from the apartment and began a search with the help of the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office’s Narcotic STING Unit….
Webster County Sheriff’s Department starts memorial K-9 foundation
EUPORA, Miss. ( WCBI) – He was more than just a dog. The Webster County Sheriff’s Office announced last Tuesday that its K-9 officer, Zeus, passed away. Now, they are finding a unique way to honor Zeus’s memory. Zeus joined the Webster County Sheriff’s Office in 2017. The 10-year-old German Shepherd spent most of his time locating and assisting with…
Athletics Director John Cohen leaves MSU, heads to Auburn
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – This is an update to a story we have been following all weekend. John Cohen is headed to Auburn as their new Athletic Director. Mississippi State University President Mark Keenum confirmed Cohen’s resignation earlier today. WCBI Sports Director Jon Sokoloff was the first to report that Cohen signed a deal with Auburn. Cohen, a former Mississippi…
GTR Airport prepares for multi-million dollar renovation
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – If you fly into the Golden Triangle Regional Airport, you’ll soon be seeing some changes. The airport will be undergoing a multi-million dollar renovation. Among the new changes will be a new jetway that will allow passengers to stay out of the elements as they get off the plane and go to the terminal. There…
GTR Area anticipates largest economic development project in history
JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI) – The largest economic development project in the state’s history is coming to Lowndes County. That is the word from Governor Tate Reeves. He announced a special session this morning on Twitter. Lawmakers are expected to approve an economic incentive package of tax breaks to lure the company. Reeves did not identify the company but said this…
Columbus police continue search for killer in Sunday night shooting
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus police continue looking for a killer, as we learn new details about the victim. The deadly shooting happened in the 700 block of 21st Street North, just before 8 p.m. on Sunday night. Interim Police Chief Doran Johnson said officers found the victim with a gunshot wound to the chest. Lowndes County Coroner Greg Merchant…
Weather Whys – Dew & Frost
Ever wondered why it is sometimes damp outside in the morning? Curious why the grass sometimes has ice on it at dawn? Meteorologist Jackson Chastain covers the formation of dew and frost in this week’s edition of Weather Whys! Categories: Featured, Featured Weather, Local News, Weather