Columbus woman dies in a burning camper in Lowndes Co.
The death of a Columbus woman from this past weekend remains under investigation.
Man arrested for attempted murder in Prentiss Co.
Prentiss County deputies make an arrest after a man was reportedly attacked.
Political science professor talks about voting trends
This is the first presidential election since the pandemic.
GTR LINK explains what Mega Site will bring to Lowndes Co.
The Cinco Mega site is empty, but work has already begun to attract companies – and jobs – to that corner of Lowndes County.
Aberdeen students wrap up voting lessons with mock election
Belle Shivers Middle School students cast ballots as part of Promote the Vote Initiative
Roderick Ingram has researched the issues, examined the presidential candidates and is ready to cast his vote.
Clay Co. Felony suspect has been captured in Murfreesboro, TN
The U.S, Marshals Service has brought in a felony suspect wanted in Clay County.
Long lines of voters seen at the precincts of Lowndes County
Voter turnout in our area seems to mirror what’s happening across the country. Voters line up early and precincts stayed busy throughout the day.
Man wanted for suspected theft in Columbus
Columbus Police are asking for the public’s help to find a suspected thief.
Man arrested for domestic violence/gun possession in Monroe Co.
Alvis Berry has been charged with domestic violence and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Police warn community about new scam reported in Noxubee Co.
The Noxubee County Sheriff’s Department is warning the community of a circling scam.
MSU celebrates first generation students in Starkville
The university is celebrating those who are the first to pursue post-secondary education in their family.
Mental health expert explains how to deal with election anxiety
Tomorrow is Election Day, but it’s not just candidates who are feeling the pressure. Many voters are also worrying and wondering about the outcome of the election, and how it will impact them and the country.
MSU holds voters registration drive for young voters
For some college students, it will be their first time voting.
Dollar General vehicle theft leads to two arrests in Tupelo
Two people, including a juvenile, face charges in Tupelo in connection with a police pursuit and the theft of a police car.
Lowndes Co. Supervisors talk storm safety for certain areas
The Lowndes County Board of Supervisors has approved funding to build storm shelters in Crawford, Artesia, and Plum Grove, communities West of the Tombigbee River that have had no local shelter during severe weather.
SDI and LCSO look to improve morning traffic for Lowndes Co.
Progress isn’t always pretty, ask drivers travelling Highway 82 in Lowndes County in the early morning hours.
A vehicle crash leaves Corinth high school student dead
A car accident claimed the life of a Corinth High School student.
Two men wanted for card theft in Ackerman
Investigators believe that two people took cards valued at $1,000.
Pay for Jurors set to increase in Lowndes Co.
Juries are an important part of the justice system and is an important civic duty.
Boil Water Notice placed on rural area in Smithville
Some people who live in Smithville will need to take a few extra steps before drinking their water.
51st Vardaman Sweet Potato Festival kicks off Sweet Potato Week
The biggest event of the year for Vardaman began a week-long celebration which helps to fund local organizations and disaster relief.
VARDAMAN, Miss. (WCBI) – The sweet potato capital of the world, Vardaman, held their 51st Sweet Potato Festival on Saturday. The festival is the biggest event of the year in Vardaman, but starting the day after the festival is Sweet Potato Week. The week-long celebration kicked off with a baby pageant and continued with pageants for different age groups. One…
Two-vehicle crash on Highway 45 leaves three with minor injuries
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A two-vehicle collision occurred when one car failed to give the right of way and hit another vehicle on Highway 45 near the intersection of Waverly Ferry Road. Columbus Police on the scene tell WCBI they got the call around 4 p.m. Three victims had minor injuries. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X. Categories:…
Fatal fire in Steens turns into death investigation
STEENS, Miss. (WCBI) – A death investigation is underway after a house fire left one person dead in Steens. Lowndes County Fire Coordinator Neil Austin tells WCBI a single-story camper caught fire at 136 Hayden Lane around 2 p.m. Saturday. The victim has been identified as 59-year-old Kimberly Kohler of Columbus. Her son says that she was home alone when…
National Women’s March held in Tupelo brings locals together
Women's March in Tupelo held in conjunction with national marches in D.C. and across the country for women's rights.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Rallying cries sounded as dozens of Mississippians marched for Women’s rights. The National Women’s March in Tupelo, organized by Indivisible Northeast Mississippi, was part of a feminist march, ‘Our Bodies, Our Future’, that happened in Washington D.C., and many other cities around the country. The march ended at Fairpark where influential speakers shared their vision for…