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Governor Ivey signs act prohibiting phone use for school students
Governor Kay Ivey signed the FOCUS Act on Wednesday, May 14, prohibiting students' use of smartphones and other wireless devices.
Local law enforcement treated to a meal for National Police Week
A local power company treated law enforcement to food and fellowship in honor of National Police Week.
WCBI Meteorologist Belle Oliver is graduating!
Belle joins Kealy at the Mid-Morning table to discuss he graduation and hopes for the future.
Score for Scott benefit at Zachary's - 05/14/25
Join our Kealy Shields as she speaks to Colin and Caleb about the upcoming Zachary's benefit Score for Scott.
Chasing Storms with Isaac and Barrett - 05/14/25
Join in as Kealy talks to Isaac and Barrett about the upcoming storm chase they are going on and what all it entails.
Becoming hotter and more humid
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Rain chances finally are decreasing through the end of the week, though the trade-off is increased heat and humidity. WEDNESDAY: Expect a mix of sun and clouds as temperatures begin to rise into the middle and upper 80s.…
Local law enforcement treated to a meal for National Police Week
A local power company treated law enforcement to food and fellowship in honor of National Police Week.
WCBI Meteorologist Belle Oliver is graduating!
Belle joins Kealy at the Mid-Morning table to discuss he graduation and hopes for the future.
Score for Scott benefit at Zachary's - 05/14/25
Join our Kealy Shields as she speaks to Colin and Caleb about the upcoming Zachary's benefit Score for Scott.
Chasing Storms with Isaac and Barrett - 05/14/25
Join in as Kealy talks to Isaac and Barrett about the upcoming storm chase they are going on and what all it entails.
Becoming hotter and more humid
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Rain chances finally are decreasing through the end of the week, though the trade-off is increased heat and humidity. WEDNESDAY: Expect a mix of sun and clouds as temperatures begin to rise into the middle and upper 80s.…
Lt. Governor Hosemann gives update on state budget discussion
There's still no word from the state Capitol on when lawmakers will return for a special session on the state budget. Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann said negotiations continue between House and Senate leaders.
Pastor is a positive role model with daily bus route
Pastor Denvil Clark turns 79 years old this summer and drives a school bus everyday at the Hamilton Attendance Center.
Hoopla service returns to Bryan Public Library, at least for now
The Bryan Public Library in West Point had to cut some services, such as the "Hoopla" service, due to a suspension of grant processing from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. This loss had some citizens in West Point concerned. But right now, there's a band-aid on the situation, at least for the next few months.
A few dry days
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - A few more light chances for rain tonight. Drier conditions are likely the next three days, before more showers and storms into the weekend. TUESDAY NIGHT: A couple of isolated showers/thunderstorms may be possible through the…
Former WCBI Sunrise anchor passes away in car accident
Former WCBI Anchor and Reporter Charla Stegall Young passed away over the weekend.
Summer Reading Program now back at Bryan Public Library
The Summer Reading Program is back at the Bryan Public Library.
U.S. Postal Service reminds community of mailbox maintenance
The U.S. Postal Service is inviting customers to take time out to examine your mailbox and do any routine maintenance that may be necessary.
Drug bust leads to fleeing charges for Tupelo man
What started as a possible drug bust led to a chase and a fleeing charge for a Tupelo man.
Indictment returned for three men in Lowndes Co.
A Lowndes County grand jury returns indictments against three men.
Police in search of Phillips Hardware burglary suspect in West Point
Police are asking for your help to find a suspect accused of taking merchandise from Phillips Hardware in West Point.
Man indicted after 2024 shooting in Columbus
Rufus Neal has been charged with three counts of aggravated assault and one count of shooting into a dwelling.
Man indicted for second-degree murder in Columbus
Dietrix Cunningham has been charged with second-degree murder.
Investigation continues after Dollar General robbery in Lowndes Co.
Lowndes County deputies continue to investigate a store burglary.
Investigation underway after a shooting in Noxubee Co.
Noxubee County deputies continue to investigate a weekend shooting.
Man accused of unemployment conception fraud in Columbus
A Columbus man has been accused of swindling unemployment money.
Two men arrested for shooting at a car in Macon
On Sunday, April 13, Macon Police were dispatched to 98 Pulaski Street for a shooting.
Grenada man arrested at a hospital for aggravated assault
A Grenada County man makes a trip to the hospital, and then a trip to jail after an argument leads to gunfire.
Man faces several charges after a robbery in Sulligent
24-year-old Rahmean Williams has been charged with Robbery 1st, Theft 1st, and Burglary 2nd degree.
Traffic stop leads to a drug arrest in Prentiss Co.
Tammie Lynn Bowen's arrest on misdemeanor charges led to an arrest for the possession of Methamphetamine.
Prentiss Co. man arrested for drug/gun possession
Prentiss County deputies arrested a man after finding him passed out in his car with drugs and guns in plain view.
Man charged with felony fleeing in Tupelo
James D. Kimble was charged with Felony Fleeing after speeding away from Tupelo Police attempting to pull him over.
Man arrested for felony possession of a weapon in Amory
Amory Police arrested Johnny Spratt Jr. and charged him with Felon in Possession of a Weapon.
Police in search for a man in Carroll Co.
The Carroll County Sheriff Clint Walker is asking for the public's help in finding Reginald Small.
Oktibbeha Sheriff warns residents of a new scam in the area
The sheriff's department said several people have been swindled after receiving a phone call. Scammers tell the potential victims they need to take a DNA test or be arrested.
Traffic stop leads to drug arrest in Itawamba Co.
A traffic stop in Fulton leads to drug distribution charges.