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16-year-old victim of fatal shooting in Columbus is identified

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September 29, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-09-29 18:07:16

SUMMARY: A shooting in East Columbus, Mississippi, resulted in the death of 16-year-old Marquez Carter on September 28. The incident occurred around 3:23 p.m. on Constance Lane, where two individuals were shot—one aged 17, who was treated and released from the hospital, and Carter, who died at the scene. Lowndes County Coroner Greg Merchant confirmed Carter’s identity, and his body was sent for autopsy. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities encourage anyone with information to contact the Columbus Police Department or Crime Stoppers.

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www.wcbi.com – Jon Sokoloff – 2024-10-12 23:12:00

SUMMARY: No. 13 LSU defeated No. 9 Ole Miss 29-26 in overtime on Saturday, marking LSU’s eighth consecutive home victory against the Rebels. The game-winning touchdown came from Garrett Nussmeier to Kyren Lacy. Ole Miss showcased strong plays, including a 50-yard touchdown run by Ulyssess Bentley, the longest of the season for the team, and a remarkable catch by Tre Harris before he was injured. Despite a solid defensive performance, Ole Miss fell to 5-2 overall and 1-2 in SEC play. The Rebels have a bye this week and will return against Oklahoma on November 19.

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20th annual ‘Blue Steel Challenge’ raises money for tipsters

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11 hours ago

October 12, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Allie Martin – 2024-10-12 22:40:00

SUMMARY: The 20th annual “Blue Steel Challenge” was held at the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center in Tupelo, featuring over twenty law officers competing in firearms challenges, including an obstacle course. The event raised funds for Crimestoppers of Northeast Mississippi, aiding in paying tipsters who provide leads in local crimes. Secretary Bill Allen emphasized the collaborative effort of various local law enforcement agencies across ten counties. Awards were presented to the top three competitors, highlighting the event’s community spirit and commitment to enhancing public safety in the region.

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Much cooler temperatures on the way next week – Home – WCBI TV

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October 12, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – McKinley Dean – 2024-10-12 20:03:00

SUMMARY: Calm and clear weather will persist through tonight in Columbus, Mississippi, with overnight lows in the upper 50s. Sunday will be warm and sunny, reaching the low 90s, but prepare for a cold front pushing through Sunday night, dropping temperatures significantly. The upcoming week will see cooler high temperatures in the low to mid 70s, with Wednesday being particularly cool at upper 60s. Mornings will be chilly, with lows in the low 40s, indicating a notable shift in weather patterns for the work week ahead.

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