Two ATVs involved in chase ends in crash
A four-wheeler and a side-by-side collided after leading an Oktibbeha sheriff’s deputy on a chase on Oktoc Road.
Monroe County names new EMA director
Monroe County now has a new Emergency Management Director. Tracy Pharr has been on the job for a little over a week.
Winona police make two arrests in fatal shooting investigation
Around 3:40 Sunday afternoon, Lashon King was found lying in a driveway in the 400 block of Sterling Avenue in Winona.
Man in Carroll County allegedly tries to scam residents
If your home needs weather-related repairs or just an update, law enforcement has a warning. You need to be alert for deals that are too good to be true. Carroll County Sheriff Clint Walker said Peewee Stumpie Lee, of Brandon, tried to swindle residents.
Winona man dies after two-vehicle crash in Noxubee County
The Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a crash around 8:40 a.m. on Highway 45 Alternate in Noxubee County.
Man wanted for Macon shooting turns himself in
A man wanted in connection to a Macon shooting turns himself in. Jahennessi Clark was indicted by a Noxubee County grand jury for aggravated assault.
Search for Macon homicide suspects continues
Noxubee County Coroner R.L. Calhoun said a preliminary autopsy showed 23-year-old Demetris Harris Jr. was shot one time in the abdomen.
Local AAU Tournament draws big crowd to help youth
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) — One of the biggest Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) basketball tournaments took place in the Golden Triangle. The Fly and S.T.Y AAU basketball organization is one of the many basketball programs that travel around the South to compete in tournaments. The Fly and S.T.Y Hustle tournament was held in numerous locations in Columbus and New Hope….
Lowndes Co. woman’s dog featured on Lucky Dog scratch-off ticket
The Mississippi Lottery began a promotion earlier this year, the Lucky Dog scratch-off. Mississippians across the state submitted pictures of their pups for a chance to have them featured on the ticket.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The Mississippi Lottery began a promotion earlier this year, the Lucky Dog scratch-off. Mississippians across the state submitted pictures of their pups for a chance to have them featured on the ticket. Courtney Lynn is a Lowndes County native and Mississippi State Vet Student You may have seen her dog Stitch if you bought a scratch-off…
Road work in Tupelo may affect Monday’s route
Endville Road from Walsh Road to Countrywood Road will be closed to through traffic Monday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – For those who live or work in Tupelo, routes may be affected Monday, June 8. Endville Road from Walsh Road to Countrywood Road will be closed to through traffic Monday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Crews will be working on roadway base repairs and paving. A detour will be set up directing traffic to Countrywood…
MBI investigates domestic dispute in Alcorn County
A deputy on the scene saw a male striking a female, who was later identified as his mother, in the head with an object.
ALCORN COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – On June 8 around 3:30 p.m., Alcorn County Deputies were dispatched to County Road 575 They responded to reports of a domestic issue involving a knife. A deputy on the scene saw a male striking a female, who was later identified as his mother, in the head with an object. The deputy deployed his taser…
Veterans Park hosts annual Running with the Kings 5k
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- Veterans Park hosted the Running with the Kings 5k, put on by the Tupelo running club. “The proceeds of this race benefit the Boys and Girls Club of North Mississippi,” said Rashni Barth, Race Director. “So that is the best part of the race.” Mikayla Holland and Tina Wright participated in the 5k run. They said the…
Winston County celebrates upcoming Juneteenth holiday
WINSTON COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – June 19th is just around the corner. On June 8, Winston County celebrated Juneteenth. The event was held at Dean Park and there were plenty of activities for kids. The event centered around the theme “Wildest Dreams” with a representation of a poem, singing, and speeches. There were over 20 vendors with arts and crafts,…
Citizens help clean up the city of Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Keep Columbus Beautiful organized a citywide clean-up event for the Friendly City. “Pick It Up! Possum Town” supports the organization by lending and sharing its five-gallon buckets, mechanical trash picker-uppers, gloves, safety vests, and trash bags. Keep Columbus Beautiful expected over 100 volunteers to pick up over 150 pieces of litter in their respective wards. Doug…
Kids give back through Golden Triangle Lemonade Day
In West Point, Starkville, and Columbus, kids set up stands selling lemonade and learned about entrepreneurship. One young entrepreneur, Heaven, is using her earnings to donate to a good cause.
GOLDEN TRIANGLE, Miss. (WCBI) – It’s Lemonade Day in the Golden Triangle. In West Point, Starkville, and Columbus, kids set up stands selling lemonade and learned about entrepreneurship. One young entrepreneur, Heaven, is using her earnings to donate to a good cause. “My mom is an entrepreneur, she has her own business, and I wanted to see what it’s like…
WPPD is looking for suspect involved in shooting
West Point PD is looking for suspect Gabbriel Bell.
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – West Point Police Department needs help in locating a wanted person who is allegedly involved in a shooting. West Point PD is looking for suspect Gabbriel Bell. The shooting took place at the Quick & Easy Deli on Brame Ave on June 1st. Police say Bell lives in West Point. He is a black male,…
PCSO makes arrest for multiple charges
On Wednesday, May 5th, Deputies were dispatched to the Dollar General in Cairo for a report of a female passed out in a vehicle.
PRENTISS COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest. On Wednesday, May 5th, Deputies were dispatched to the Dollar General in Cairo for a report of a female passed out in a vehicle. 34-year-old Ashley Nicole Bynum of Booneville was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance Enhanced with a Firearm. Judge Ray Hall set…
West Alabama family honors loved one through giving back
Brian Barrett was a father to Bella and Anna Grace and husband to Danika.
Brian Barrett was a father to Bella and Anna Grace and husband to Danika. In 2021, he began experiencing health issues that started with an allergic reaction to a tick bite.
‘Tributes In Concert’ band returns to Tupelo Elvis Fest
The Tributes In Concert Band marks the second year in a row backing Elvis Tribute Artists
Whatever the Elvis song, whether fast or slow and whatever the era, Elvis Tribute Artists are backed by a stellar group of musicians and singers known as the Tributes in Concert Band.
NEW Leadership Mississippi program: Representing all
A representative form of government can’t be truly representative if everyone’s not represented. That’s one of the messages of the NEW Leadership Mississippi program.
Joint operation lands man in Clay County jail
Joint operation by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, and the Department of Corrections has landed one man in jail and taken a quantity of meth off the streets.
Friendly City Gardens works to fight food insecurity
Friendly City Gardens is working with the largest soup kitchen in Northeast Mississippi. In 2023, Loaves and Fishes served around 84,000 people; with this garden, they hope to make an even bigger impact.
Starkville ensures residents have clean water for long time
Starkville is making sure their current and future citizens always have that one important piece of human health.
Needing room to grow: 7th Avenue Festival requests venue change
Kabir Karriem said the council’s action isn’t just a blow to the festival but to the quality of life in the city as a whole.