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Tupelo police make second arrest in connection with shooting
Tupelo police made a second arrest in connection with an April shooting. 27-year-old Xavier Mitchell was charged with two counts of shooting into a motor vehicle.
Burns Bottom update: Project grows closer to reality
The Burns Bottom Redevelopment Project is taking another step in becoming a reality. Early this summer, a Phase 1 Environmental review of the site is expected to be completed.
Split weekend forecast
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Weekend weather conditions look to be split. Saturday continues the chance for rain, while Sunday dries up and gets a little warmer. Keep the rain gear ready before pulling out the swimsuits! FRIDAY NIGHT: Heavy clouds…
Convenience store employee accused of taking lottery tickets
A Tupelo convenience store employee was accused of taking lottery tickets. 27-year-old Shamaya Buchanan was charged with one count of embezzlement.
Columbus man charged in connection with Meridian homicide
We have new information about the Columbus man charged in connection with a Meridian homicide.
Man accused of applying for unemployment benefits while in prison
Kenjarell Thomas was indicted on 19 counts of identity theft, 20 counts of fraudulent representation to defraud the government, and 20 counts of wire fraud.
Burns Bottom update: Project grows closer to reality
The Burns Bottom Redevelopment Project is taking another step in becoming a reality. Early this summer, a Phase 1 Environmental review of the site is expected to be completed.
Split weekend forecast
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Weekend weather conditions look to be split. Saturday continues the chance for rain, while Sunday dries up and gets a little warmer. Keep the rain gear ready before pulling out the swimsuits! FRIDAY NIGHT: Heavy clouds…
Convenience store employee accused of taking lottery tickets
A Tupelo convenience store employee was accused of taking lottery tickets. 27-year-old Shamaya Buchanan was charged with one count of embezzlement.
Columbus man charged in connection with Meridian homicide
We have new information about the Columbus man charged in connection with a Meridian homicide.
Man accused of applying for unemployment benefits while in prison
Kenjarell Thomas was indicted on 19 counts of identity theft, 20 counts of fraudulent representation to defraud the government, and 20 counts of wire fraud.
More federal dollars head to airports across Mississippi
The Golden Triangle Regional Airport and Tupelo Regional Airport will both receive $1.3 million annually.
WCBI/MSU Storm Chase Day 4 Recap
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - The storm chase group traveled from Oklahoma City back into western Texas on Thursday, reaching Big Lake, TX and ultimately Midland/Odessa. We got on a storm fairly quickly to the north of Big Lake after 4 PM.…
MHP investigates fatal crash on Highway 82
The two-car accident happened just after 5 p.m. Thursday in the eastbound lane of 82 in Lowndes County, just west of the Macon/Meridian Exit.
A Rainy Start for This Weekend
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - We have a warm and rainy start for our weekend with multiple rounds of rain on the way. Storms continue through later this evening and continue into our Saturday. Most of the rain looks to move…
Hatley students host living wax museum of famous Mississippians
Mississippi is the birthplace of many famous people, and students at a Monroe County school have been doing a deep dive into their lives.
Governor signs bill banning 'squatted vehicles' in Mississippi
It's a trucking trend that has revved up some strong emotions. And come July 1, "squatted vehicles" will be illegal on Mississippi roads.
Out of time: Okolona homeowners face forcible yard clean-up
One family in Okolona was given years to clean their yard or law enforcement would forcibly remove the junk and debris.
Tupelo police make second arrest in connection with shooting
Tupelo police made a second arrest in connection with an April shooting. 27-year-old Xavier Mitchell was charged with two counts of shooting into a motor vehicle.
Convenience store employee accused of taking lottery tickets
A Tupelo convenience store employee was accused of taking lottery tickets. 27-year-old Shamaya Buchanan was charged with one count of embezzlement.
Columbus man charged in connection with Meridian homicide
We have new information about the Columbus man charged in connection with a Meridian homicide.
Man accused of applying for unemployment benefits while in prison
Kenjarell Thomas was indicted on 19 counts of identity theft, 20 counts of fraudulent representation to defraud the government, and 20 counts of wire fraud.
Grenada man arrested for allegedly exposing himself in public
36-year-old Octavious Brown is charged with two counts of misdemeanor indecent exposure and felony possession of meth charge.
Starkville police confirm investigation of school district employee
The Starkville Police Department confirms it is investigating a school district employee. In a statement, SPD said the reported incidents involved a Starkville-Oktibbeha Consolidated School District employee.
Columbus man pleads guilty to manslaughter
A Columbus man will spend more than a decade in prison after pleading guilty to manslaughter. Tameron Ward pleaded guilty earlier this week.
Columbus murder trial ends in mistrial
A Columbus murder trial ended in a mistrial. Israel Buckhalter was indicted for second-degree murder and shooting into a dwelling.
Baldwyn man faces charges in two counties
A Baldwyn man was making the rounds of area county jails. Jacob Wayne Mears has found himself in trouble in both Itawamba and Prentiss Counties.
Testimony begins in Columbus murder trial
Testimony began in a Columbus murder trial. The jury first heard from lawyers for opening arguments.
Man indicted for charges connected to 2020 shooting in Tupelo
A man wanted in connection to a 2020 shooting is in custody. 40-year-old Charles McPherson was indicted for aggravated assault and possession of a weapon by a felon.
Police arrest Baldwyn man wanted for child sex crime
A Baldwyn man wanted for a child sex crime was arrested. 22-year-old Rodney Shelley was indicted for one count of sexual battery of a child under 16.
Columbus police investigate burglaries at Littlewoods Mall
One store owner captured video of the suspected thieves on a security camera. There were three individuals with bags in their hands along with their ropes approaching stores in the plaza.
Jury selection begins in Columbus murder trial
Jury selection began in a Columbus murder trial. Israel Buckhalter was accused of shooting and killing his cousin, Desi Shepherd
Robbery at Littlewoods Mall in Columbus shocks store owners
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) - Local businesses received calls that their store was robbed overnight. An unexpected robbery was reported early Saturday morning on May 11 at the…
Starkville man charged with child sex crime
A Starkville man was accused of a child sex crime. Recardo Brewster was charged with enticement of a child to meet for sexual purposes.
Two men face charges for allegedly assaulting people in Columbus
Two men accused of beating two victims were indicted. Brody Kizer and Robert Ivey are facing two aggravated assault charges.
THS student found with weapon on campus
Security protocols paid off at Tupelo High School. Someone reported to the administration at THS that a student had a weapon on campus.
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