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Retiring deputy looks forward to next chapter of service
After almost 27 years, a Lowndes County Deputy is putting up his badge, but he still plans to serve the community he now calls home.
WCBI News (Black History Makers) - 02/04/26
It's Black History Month, and WCBI and FOX 4 want you to tell us about Black History Makers in North Mississippi and West Alabama!
4-County continues to help providers restore power across North MS
Power providers across North Mississippi are still working to get electricity restored to their customers, and 4 County is continuing to lend a hand.
West Point Police work to educate residents about the dangers of scam calls
Phone and online scams are becoming more common. They are also difficult to investigate and prosecute.
Warm Weekend Ahead
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - We had a cold front that brought colder temperatures, but I have good news! Highs on Friday and into the weekend with be in the 50s and 60s. There is no rain ahead for the next…
EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
According to CBS, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, a federal agency that enforces laws against workplace discrimination
WCBI News (Black History Makers) - 02/04/26
It's Black History Month, and WCBI and FOX 4 want you to tell us about Black History Makers in North Mississippi and West Alabama!
4-County continues to help providers restore power across North MS
Power providers across North Mississippi are still working to get electricity restored to their customers, and 4 County is continuing to lend a hand.
West Point Police work to educate residents about the dangers of scam calls
Phone and online scams are becoming more common. They are also difficult to investigate and prosecute.
Warm Weekend Ahead
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - We had a cold front that brought colder temperatures, but I have good news! Highs on Friday and into the weekend with be in the 50s and 60s. There is no rain ahead for the next…
EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
According to CBS, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, a federal agency that enforces laws against workplace discrimination
Southwire works to help winter storm victims in Starkville
Southwire is working to help winter storm victims by collecting much-needed items through Project Gift.
Chickasaw Sheriff in search of two men involved in two separate cases
The Chickasaw County Sheriff's Department is asking the community to be on the lookout out for two men involved in separate cases.
Sen. Mitch McConnell hospitalized with "flu-like symptoms"
Sources from CBS News say that Sen. Mitch McConnell checked himself into a hospital on Monday night "after experiencing flu-like symptoms," a spokesman for the Kentucky Republican said Tuesday.
Democrats lay out demands for DHS funding, urging GOP to "get serious" with both sides far apart
According to CBS, Democratic leaders on Wednesday outlined their demands for funding the Department of Homeland Security beyond next week
Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
CBS News reports Pinterest said it fired two engineers who built an internal tool to track which employees had been laid off following a recent round of job cuts at the social media company.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, D.C. National Guard shooting suspect, pleads not guilty to federal charges
CBS News reports that the man accused of shooting two members of the National Guard in Washington, D.C., late last year pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal charges.
Tesla and Waymo executives defend the safety of self-driving cars before Senate committee
Sources from CBS say top executives at Tesla and Waymo made the case for the safety of their vehicles before a Senate committee on Wednesday
Man arrested on child porn charges in Pickens Co.
The Aliceville Police Department has made an arrest for Child Pornography Charges.
Suspect wanted in connection with false pretense case in Tupelo
Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi and the Tupelo Police Department need your help with locating an individual responsible for an alleged False Pretense case, which is being investigated by the Tupelo Police Department.
Amory Police investigate an auto burglary on Dolly Tubb Hill Road
The Amory Police Department needs the communities help with an investigation into a burglary on Hatley Road near Dolly Tubb Hill Road.
Teenager faces indictment for Aggravated Assault/kidnapping in Columbus
16-year-old Rager was indicted by a Lowndes County Grand Jury on charges of Aggravated Assault and Kidnapping in relation to a reported attack in which he is accused of pointing a gun and threatening another juvenile.
Teenager accused of 2025 assault now indicted by Lowndes Co. Grand Jury
The teenager accused of an assault that was caught on video in August of 2025 has been indicted by a Lowndes County Grand Jury.
"Generator Reimbursement Program" scam reported in Lafayette Co.
Crews continue to work to clear icy roads and restore power, but while many are lending a helping hand, others are preying on those who are vulnerable.
Winston Co. Sheriff warns residents about a scam in the area
The Winston County Sheriff's Department wants the public to be aware that a scammer is posing as a local pastor.
Suspect arrested on aggravated domestic violence in Lafayette Co.
A suspect has been arrested on a charge of Aggravated Domestic Violence in Lafayette County.
Man facing charges after a pursuit in Starkville
A Starkville man is facing charges after allegedly leading officers on a pursuit through Oktibbeha County yesterday afternoon.
Two men charged with felony kidnapping in Monroe County
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) - Two people in Monroe County are charged with Felony Kidnapping. On January 21st, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office received an anonymous call stating they were concerned someone was being held against their will at the…
Area teacher arrested for allegedly grooming a child
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) - A former New Hope School teacher is behind bars for an alleged inappropriate relationship with a student. The Lowndes County Sheriff's Office arrested 41-year-old Monica Grady. She was a teacher at New Hope Middle School…
Law enforcement responds to a bank robbery in Oxford
A bank robbery kept law enforcement in Lafayette County busy this morning.
Man arrested for failure to register as a sex offender in Monroe Co.
A man fresh out of prison finds himself back behind bars in Monroe County.
Investigation underway after two men arrive at the BMH with gunshot wounds
Columbus Police are investigating after two young men showed up at Baptist Memorial Hospital Monday night with gunshot wounds.
Two gunshot victims show up at hospital; CPD investigating
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) - Columbus Police are investigating after two young men showed up at Baptist Memorial Hospital on Tuesday night with gunshot wounds. Police say they got the 9‑1‑1 call around 9:40, but when officers arrived, both victims refused…
Two MS Superintendents and St. Louis Teacher enter guilty pleas for Federal Embezzlement
Two Mississippi school superintendents and a St. Louis school teacher have entered guilty pleas to Federal Embezzlement charges.
UPDATE: 3 people charged after a weekend Starkville shooting
Three people, including a 16-year-old, now face charges in connection with a weekend shooting in Starkville.
19-year-old turns himself in after a weekend shooting in Starkville
The teenager wanted in connection with a weekend shooting at the Sonic in Starkville has now turned himself in.





