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WCBI Sunrise (Walk On's Flavor Town Event) - 03/13/26
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Terry Long about the Flavor Town event at Walk-On's.
Warming Up Headed To The Weekend!
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Winds will move in from the south bringing warmer temperatures into the area headed into this weekend. Storms return back to the picture Sunday night. FRIDAY: Plenty of sunshine once again to cap off the work…
Shakerag exhibit planned for Elvis Presley Birthplace and Museum
Elvis Presley fans come from all over the world to see the tiny, two-room wood-frame house where the singer was born. However, that is only a small part of the Elvis story, before Memphis. As Allie Martin tells us, the Elvis Presley Birthplace has announced an addition to its complex that will help tell the story of how a predominantly African American community played a big role in Elvis' early years, and even throughout his career.
Tupelo Love's Truck Stop opens its doors after major renovations
A truck stop in North Mississippi opens its doors after a major remodel and renovation, and also gives back to a well-known children's hospital.
Winston County hold job fair for seekers at Safe Room
Nationwide, employers cut 90,000 jobs last month, bringing the national unemployment rate up to four-point four percent. But in our area, many employers are looking to hire. Some of those employers were at the Winston County Job Fair today meeting potential employees.
WCBI Weather team recognized for keeping the community informed about Winter Storm Fern
The WCBI Weather team is recognized for their work keeping everyone informed during Winter Storm Fern.
Warming Up Headed To The Weekend!
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Winds will move in from the south bringing warmer temperatures into the area headed into this weekend. Storms return back to the picture Sunday night. FRIDAY: Plenty of sunshine once again to cap off the work…
Shakerag exhibit planned for Elvis Presley Birthplace and Museum
Elvis Presley fans come from all over the world to see the tiny, two-room wood-frame house where the singer was born. However, that is only a small part of the Elvis story, before Memphis. As Allie Martin tells us, the Elvis Presley Birthplace has announced an addition to its complex that will help tell the story of how a predominantly African American community played a big role in Elvis' early years, and even throughout his career.
Tupelo Love's Truck Stop opens its doors after major renovations
A truck stop in North Mississippi opens its doors after a major remodel and renovation, and also gives back to a well-known children's hospital.
Winston County hold job fair for seekers at Safe Room
Nationwide, employers cut 90,000 jobs last month, bringing the national unemployment rate up to four-point four percent. But in our area, many employers are looking to hire. Some of those employers were at the Winston County Job Fair today meeting potential employees.
WCBI Weather team recognized for keeping the community informed about Winter Storm Fern
The WCBI Weather team is recognized for their work keeping everyone informed during Winter Storm Fern.
Calm end to the week
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - Calmer conditions will be sticking with us into the beginning of the weekend. Enjoy! THURSDAY NIGHT: Mostly clear night with some cold temperatures. Lows tonight will fall into the middle 30s. Bundle up if you have…
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
CBS reports that one-third of Americans are cutting back on everyday living expenses — even skipping meals — and stretching their prescription medications so they can afford health care, according to new polling from the West Health-Gallup Center on Healthcare in America.
What will it take for ships to start sailing through the Strait of Hormuz again?
According to CBS News, before the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on February 28, an average of 100 vessels per day would safely traverse the Strait of Hormuz. On Wednesday, only one or two ships crossed the narrow waterway, according to MarineTraffic, a ship tracking website.
Misty Copeland says Timothée Chalamet "wouldn't be an actor" if not for ballet, opera
CBS News reports that Ballerina Misty Copeland says actor Timothée Chalamet "wouldn't be an actor and have the opportunities he has as a movie star" if it were not for ballet or opera.
Local, state, and national events to be held in celebration of America 250
The nation is celebrating its 250th anniversary with events at the local, state, and national levels.
Trump weighs Jones Act waiver amid rising fuel prices, White House says
Sources from CBS News say that the Trump administration is prepared to waive the Jones Act to loosen shipping rules as the Iran war continues, the White House said Thursday.
Senate fails again to advance funding for DHS as tempers flare over stalemate
According to CBS, the Senate failed again on Thursday to advance a measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security, with the impasse growing increasingly acrimonious nearly a month into the partial shutdown.
Man arrested in Lee Co. For alleged meth possession
The Lee County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest for allegedly being in possession of methamphetamine.
Tupelo Police investigate indecent exposure incident near Crosstown
Tupelo Police are investigating an indecent exposure incident that occurred on Tuesday evening at a business near Crosstown.
Man arrested in connection with a Noxubee Co. shooting pleads guilty
One of the men arrested in connection with a shooting that left a mother and her two children unharmed has been sentenced.
Tupelo Police arrest a man on alleged aggravated drug trafficking charges
The Tupelo Police Department has made an arrest for the alleged trafficking of cocaine.
Woman pleads guilty in connection with 2024 shooting in Noxubee Co.
A Noxubee County woman will spend the next 30 years in prison for killing a woman in 2024.
Man accused of Kidnapping and Attempted Rape in Oxford
An Oxford man is in jail on a $150,000 bond, accused of kidnapping and trying to sexually assault a woman.
SPD is investigating a string of car burglaries
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) Officers said most of the incidents happened at Lakeside Place Apartments and in the cross gates subdivision. In all, eighteen auto burglaries and two stolen…
Two people face multiple charges in Monroe County
A search warrant leaves two people facing multiple charges in Monroe County.
Man arrested on aggravated assault, kidnapping, and sexual battery in West Point
Clay County deputies arrested a West Point man on some serious charges.
One man seriously injured and another on the run after a shooting in Tupelo
One man has been seriously injured, and police are looking for a suspect in Tupelo.
One suspect charged and another wanted after teen goes missing in West Point
A man is facing charges, and a warrant has been issued for another suspect in West Point.
Man faces marijuana charges in Pickens County
A man is facing charges after deputies allegedly found two pounds of marijuana.
Columbus PD searching for suspect in Aggravated Domestic Violence case
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) - The Columbus Police Department is looking for a suspect in an Aggravated Domestic Violence case. According to the department, a female victim reported that she had been physically assaulted by her boyfriend during a domestic dispute…
Alabama Law Enforcement investigates an officer-involved shooting
Special Agents with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's State Bureau of Investigation are looking into an officer-involved shooting in Northwest Alabama.
Police investigate a homicide in Winston Co.
The Winston County Sheriff's Office is investigating an early morning homicide.
Two people plead guilty for selling/installing faulty and used fire suppression systems
Two people were sentenced to serve time behind bars for selling and installing faulty and used fire suppression systems.
Two people arrested on meth charges in Prentiss Co.
The Prentiss County Sheriff's Office made two arrests for alleged Possession of Methamphetamine.
Man faces sexual assault charges in Tupelo
Tupelo Police made an arrest in a sexual assault case.





