Remembering longtime Lowndes Co. business owner Johnny Bishop
A man who helped thousands of people get on the road to recreation has passed away.
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GTR Development Link announces new president and CEO
Vasey brings more than 30 years of leadership in economic development, real estate, and infrastructure-driven growth.
A local city has a new way of responding to emergencies
The new system allows emergency officials to respond to incidents faster by using exact location details, maps, and live updates before they arrive. Starkville Fire Chief Dewayne Davis calls the updated technology a game changer.
The First Approach; Cadets learn the importance of safe, traffic stops
DeSoto County deputies teach the traffic stop portion for Basic classes at the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center.
Woman killed in a two-vehicle crash in Pickens Co.
A Pickens County woman has been killed in two vehicle crash in Jefferson County, Alabama.
Lee Co. Church organizes balloon release in honor of a School Resource Officer
A Lee County church honors the memory of a School Resource Officer killed in the line of duty earlier this week, directing traffic at Shannon Elementary.
Police investigate an alleged Attempted Strong-Arm Robbery in Amory
The Amory Police Department is investigating after an alleged Attempted Strong-Arm Robbery.
WCBI's Kealy Shields teaches West Amory Elementary students about Broadcast Journalism
Our Kealy Shields stopped by West Amory Elementary to share about what its like being a morning news anchor.
Criminals plot to sack Super Bowl fans for a loss. Beware these scams targeting the big game.
According to CBS News, Super Bowl Sunday this year is sure to feature bone-jarring hits, goofy TV commercials and fraudsters intent on separating you from your money.
These states and hometowns have the most Team USA athletes going to the 2026 Winter Olympics
CBS News reports that the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee is sending its biggest Winter Olympics team ever to the 2026 Games in Italy — 232 athletes representing 32 home states.
Gabbard spokesperson says Trump and Bondi both asked intel chief to be present for FBI Fulton County search
Sources from CBS News say that spokesperson for Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard says both President Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi asked Gabbard to be present for an FBI search of the elections headquarters in Fulton County, Georgia, last week, after Gabbard and Mr. Trump offered seemingly conflicting explanations for her presence.
Layoffs jumped in January as companies pull back on hiring
According to CBS News, layoffs across the U.S. surged in January to their highest level for the month since 2009, when the economy was reeling from the housing crash, new data shows.
Midday (Difference Maker Awards Banquet) - 02/05/26
Today on Midday, Grace Brister talks with Ms. Willie Davis about the upcoming Awards Banquet.
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.
Voting now open for WCBI's Cutest Couple Contest
Voting is now open in the WCBI Cutest Couple Contest! Go to wcbi.com/contests or scan the QR code to vote for who you think is the Cutest Couple.
CIA ends publication of its popular World Factbook reference tool
Associated Press reports that close the cover on the CIA World Factbook: The spy agency announced Wednesday that after more than 60 years, it is shuttering the popular reference manual.
US job openings fall to 6.5 million, fewest since 2020, as labor market remains sluggish
According to Associated Press, U.S. job openings fell to the lowest level in more than five years, another sign that the American labor market remains sluggish.