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HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. (WTVA) — A crash Tuesday evening, Dec. 5 in Marshall County killed a Hickory Flat man. The Mississippi Highway Patrol identified the victim as Timothy Reed, 47. The wreck happened sometime before 8:14 on Interstate 22. The car Reed was driving ran off the road and...

A Mississippi police department arrested a man on an aggravated domestic violence charge Sunday. According to information provided by the Tupelo Police Department Tuesday, officers responded to Walker Street in reference to a DV call. Michael A. Betts, 55, of Tupelo, was arrested. A Tupelo Municipal Court judge ordered bond...

Experience the joy and excitement of Pontotoc's annual Christmas parade! With law enforcement, fire departments, businesses, churches, and high schools participating, the event was a spectacle. The video also reveals the best floats and a special appearance by the Grinch and Santa Claus.

Experience the joy of Christmas as 16 elementary school students in Tupelo get an early start on their wish lists, shopping with local police officers. With $350 each to spend, the kids not only buy for themselves but also for their families.

Tupelo police and Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi are on the hunt for a suspected credit card thief. The suspect was caught on surveillance after using stolen credit cards. Recognize the person in the image? Your information could lead to a $22,000 reward.

Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around tupelo.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks (MDWFP) recently stocked Lake Lamar Bruce in Saltillo with 700 rainbow trout. The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks (MDWFP) recently stocked Lake Lamar Bruce in Saltillo with 700 rainbow trout.

TUPELO – A domestic altercation Sunday in north Tupelo led to the arrest of a man on felony assault charges.

The Tupelo City Council voted unanimously during its most recent board meeting to approve the raise.

A few late showers Friday ahead of a stormy Saturday. Increasing clouds are the first sign of a change in our weather pattern toward more rainfall and storms and though some light showers are possible late Friday, our eyes continue to be focused on Saturday’s chance for thunderstorms that could include a few strong to severe storms.

A shocking incident occurred in Verona when a pedestrian was hit by a train while trespassing on the railroad tracks. The individual, from Okalona, suffered a broken arm and was hospitalized. The railroad company has initiated an investigation into the high-traffic area.

Discover how the Tupelo Salvation Army is ramping up its security measures following a burglary that saw $3,500 stolen. Learn about the new surveillance systems in place, including night vision motion-sensor cameras, aimed at preventing future break-ins.

TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) — The City of Tupelo will close sections of the downtown area on Friday, Dec. 8 for the 75th Annual Reed's Tupelo Christmas Parade. The parade begins at 6 p.m. The streets will reopen after the parade. According to the city, do not drive onto the...

A woman and her parents have been charged with capital murder in the 2022 death of a Mississippi man. More details have emerged in the recent arrests of three people in Pennsylvania and Virginia in the 2022 murder of Kirby Carpenter in Tippah County. On Thursday, Nov. 30, U.S. Marshals...

The Tupelo Police Department and the Tupelo Public School District partnered for the fifth-consecutive year for "Shop with a Cop."

Join WTVA's Emily Leonard for an up-close encounter with the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales in Shannon. Get a glimpse of the majestic horse, Steve, and learn about the Clydesdales' upcoming appearances, including delivering beer and participating in local Christmas parades.

Sami Roebuck talks to local retailers about Saltillo's Sip and Shop event with a special guest.

SHANNON – Standing more than six feet at the shoulder and weighing more than 2,200 pounds, Steve is just the right size – for a Clydesdale.

Get ready Tupelo! Santa Claus is visiting Renasant Bank for a free photo session with the kids. Join the fun at the main branch on Troy Street, enjoy free hot chocolate and candy canes. It's all about community at Renasant Bank!

We are starting the day with more sunshine. Clouds will start to move in by mid day, if we can keep any kind of cloud cover around, that will help hold temperatures slightly more mild. Beyond that frosty start, temperatures should be slightly warmer, in the upper 50s for highs the afternoon with increasing clouds.