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Itawamba Indian Players presents "Matilda Jr." musical
The Itawamba Indian Players will bring a popular movie to the stage as part of the theater group's annual musical production. Allie Martin attended a rehearsal of "Matilda Junior" and shows us how the musical not only promises to entertain audiences but also helps keep the arts thriving in Itawamba County schools.
Dry Weekend, Warmer Temps Come Sunday!
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - A dry cold front will continue to move south this evening bringing breezy conditions tonight, and cooler temperatures for Saturday. TONIGHT: This evening and early tonight will bring some breezy conditions with wind gusts approaching 15-20…
Central Mississippi non-profit gives away free essential items
This community giveaway was just one way they are helping those who are still experiencing power outages, property damage, and other effects.
WCBI announces new Teacher of the Month for January
Alissa Wriley Baddford is the WCBI Teacher of the Month for January! If you know a teacher doing great work, go to wcbi.com/contests to nominate them now.
Super Bowl fans warned to keep drones at home with flights banned over big game
Sources from CBS News say that as fans from around the country descend on California to watch the New England Patriots take on the Seattle Seahawks in Sunday's Super Bowl, officials are telling them to leave their drones at home.
Purported ransom note for Savannah Guthrie's mom demanded payment in bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
According to CBS, the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, includes a tantalizing clue: an apparent ransom note that demanded payment in bitcoin.
Dry Weekend, Warmer Temps Come Sunday!
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) - A dry cold front will continue to move south this evening bringing breezy conditions tonight, and cooler temperatures for Saturday. TONIGHT: This evening and early tonight will bring some breezy conditions with wind gusts approaching 15-20…
Central Mississippi non-profit gives away free essential items
This community giveaway was just one way they are helping those who are still experiencing power outages, property damage, and other effects.
WCBI announces new Teacher of the Month for January
Alissa Wriley Baddford is the WCBI Teacher of the Month for January! If you know a teacher doing great work, go to wcbi.com/contests to nominate them now.
Super Bowl fans warned to keep drones at home with flights banned over big game
Sources from CBS News say that as fans from around the country descend on California to watch the New England Patriots take on the Seattle Seahawks in Sunday's Super Bowl, officials are telling them to leave their drones at home.
Purported ransom note for Savannah Guthrie's mom demanded payment in bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
According to CBS, the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, includes a tantalizing clue: an apparent ransom note that demanded payment in bitcoin.
Deadlines approach for 2026 Primary Elections
Applicants who register in person in the Circuit Clerk's Office and those who mail registration applications postmarked no later than February 9 are eligible to vote in the 2026 Primary election for U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate on March 10.
An update from MEMA after Winter storm Fern rolls through MS
Nearly two weeks after Winter Storm Fern rolled into Mississippi, thousands are still without power, and the death toll continues to rise.
MSDHS says mass replacement benefits have been approved for SNAP recipients
Some Mississippi SNAP recipients will have been approved for replacement benefits due tot he effects of Winter Storm Fern.
Backlash grows from President Trump's social media post featuring the Obamas
According to CNN Newsource, it promoted false claims of election fraud and showed the faces of the former president and first lady, superimposed onto the bodies of apes.
Former teacher no longer facing state charges after sexual exploitation conviction
A former North Mississippi teacher, who was convicted on multiple counts of sexual exploitation of a child in federal court, is no longer facing state charges.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
According to CBS News, the White House on Friday removed an election-conspiracy video shared by President Trump on social media that included racist footage depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.
Parole denied for a Fayette man serving life sentence for 1st-degree rape
A Fayette County man serving a life sentence for rape will remain in an Alabama prison.
Former teacher no longer facing state charges after sexual exploitation conviction
A former North Mississippi teacher, who was convicted on multiple counts of sexual exploitation of a child in federal court, is no longer facing state charges.
Parole denied for a Fayette man serving life sentence for 1st-degree rape
A Fayette County man serving a life sentence for rape will remain in an Alabama prison.
UPDATE: stolen car in West Point now recovered
We have an update to a story we brought to you yesterday. A stolen vehicle in West Point has been recovered.
Police investigate an alleged Attempted Strong-Arm Robbery in Amory
The Amory Police Department is investigating after an alleged Attempted Strong-Arm Robbery.
Sheriff in search of a man wanted in Winston Co.
The Winston County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating Marcus Eiland.
Man arrested on child porn charges in Pickens Co.
The Aliceville Police Department has made an arrest for Child Pornography Charges.
Suspect wanted in connection with false pretense case in Tupelo
Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi and the Tupelo Police Department need your help with locating an individual responsible for an alleged False Pretense case, which is being investigated by the Tupelo Police Department.
Amory Police investigate an auto burglary on Dolly Tubb Hill Road
The Amory Police Department needs the communities help with an investigation into a burglary on Hatley Road near Dolly Tubb Hill Road.
Teenager faces indictment for Aggravated Assault/kidnapping in Columbus
16-year-old Rager was indicted by a Lowndes County Grand Jury on charges of Aggravated Assault and Kidnapping in relation to a reported attack in which he is accused of pointing a gun and threatening another juvenile.
Teenager accused of 2025 assault now indicted by Lowndes Co. Grand Jury
The teenager accused of an assault that was caught on video in August of 2025 has been indicted by a Lowndes County Grand Jury.
"Generator Reimbursement Program" scam reported in Lafayette Co.
Crews continue to work to clear icy roads and restore power, but while many are lending a helping hand, others are preying on those who are vulnerable.
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.
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