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Amazon cuts about 16,000 corporate jobs in the latest round of layoffs
Associated Press says Amazon is slashing about 16,000 corporate jobs in the second round of mass layoffs for the e-commerce company in three months.
IRS faces stiff challenges in 2026 tax season due to workforce cuts and new laws, a watchdog says
Sources from Associated Press say the national taxpayer advocate is cautioning that the 2026 tax filing season is likely to present challenges for taxpayers who encounter problems with filing their taxes given the exodus of IRS workers since the start of the Trump administration.
Layoffs are piling up, heightening worker anxiety. Here are some of the biggest job cuts recently
According to Associated Press, as layoffs pile up, workers are feeling increasingly anxious about the job market.
WCBI Sunrise (What You Need To Know) - 01/28/26
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Keyton Blocher and Nick Hairston about what you need to know Wednesday!
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.
A Few More "Warmer" Days to Enjoy!
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - We stay with highs in the 40's for the next couple days before a cold front brings back arctic air for this weekend. WEDNESDAY: A few passing clouds will lead to mostly sunny skies by this…
IRS faces stiff challenges in 2026 tax season due to workforce cuts and new laws, a watchdog says
Sources from Associated Press say the national taxpayer advocate is cautioning that the 2026 tax filing season is likely to present challenges for taxpayers who encounter problems with filing their taxes given the exodus of IRS workers since the start of the Trump administration.
Layoffs are piling up, heightening worker anxiety. Here are some of the biggest job cuts recently
According to Associated Press, as layoffs pile up, workers are feeling increasingly anxious about the job market.
WCBI Sunrise (What You Need To Know) - 01/28/26
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Keyton Blocher and Nick Hairston about what you need to know Wednesday!
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.
A Few More "Warmer" Days to Enjoy!
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - We stay with highs in the 40's for the next couple days before a cold front brings back arctic air for this weekend. WEDNESDAY: A few passing clouds will lead to mostly sunny skies by this…
Expert warns of scam spikes during times of crisis
A social media post has been circulating featuring a damaged vehicle from a local utility and an injured man. Communication experts say its common to see an uptick in scams during a time of crisis.
Crew members continue working to keep roads open, MDOT says
The Mississippi Department of Transportation said crews are still working to keep roads open after Winter Storm Fern. MDOT is urging emergency travel only.
4 County CEO gives update on recovery efforts in Lowndes Co.
Closer to home today was the first relatively good weather day since the weekend.
Few more "warmer" days
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Afternoons will be above freezing for a few more days. Hopefully, icing will continue to melt. TUESDAY NIGHT: It is going to be cold again. Temperatures through the night will fall into the teens and 20s.…
Providing hope and a hot meal for those impacted by the ice storm
A local ministry is bringing hope and a hot meal to hundreds across our area impacted by the winter storm.
Boil water notice issued for the town of Maben
The Town of Maben has issued a precautionary boil water advisory for all residents and customers due to low water pressure.
Two more deaths reported in connection with winter storm
Two more deaths in Mississippi have been attributed to this weekend's winter storm, and one of those was in Alcorn County.
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.
Bond set for a man charged in Noxubee County shooting death
Bond has been set for a Noxubee County Man accused of killing another man.
Man faces murder charge in Noxubee Co.
One man is facing a murder charge after admitting to shooting and killing another man in Noxubee County.
Man faces murder charge in Noxubee County
NOXUBEE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) - One man is facing a murder charge after allegedly admitting to shooting and killing another man in Noxubee County. On January 16th, the Noxubee County Sheriff's Department received a call that someone had been shot…
SPD is investigating a report of shots fired at Sonic Drive in
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) Sunday morning around 11:00, Starkville Police Officers responded to a report of shots fired at Sonic Drive in. The investigation determined…
Michael Hawley pled guilty to culpable negligence manslaughter
CORINTH, Miss. (WCBI) 46 year old Michael Wayne Hawley of Corinth, pled guilty to culpable negligence manslaughter. Circuit Court Judge Michael P. Mills, Jr. accepted the plea, and…
A woman was arrested for selling drugs
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) On January 15th, 37 year old Laura Eliane Ebert was arrested after an ongoing investigation into selling Narcotics in the Smithville community. North Mississippi Narcotics…
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