A city official reacts to a bill dying
Louisville Fire Chief Robert Hutto is devastated about hearing the news of the tier five bill dying in this year’s legislative session.
Columbus Exchange Club hosts ACE Awards in Lowndes Co.
The Exchange Club of Columbus Hosted its 2025-2026 Youth of the Year and Accepting the Challenge of Excellence Awards Luncheon.
Citizens express their concerns about Kratom in Starkville
There will be two public hearings addressing the proposed ordinance. Those will be March 17th and April 7th at Starkville City Hall.
Midday (Minister Institute Training) – 03/05/26
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Rev. Eddie Longstreet and Dr. Stan McCrary about the upcoming minister training
Mid-Morning (Black Wall Street Expo) – 03/05/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Queen Cullens and Lathomas McClelland about the upcoming Black Walls Street Expo
Animal Health (Car accidents: what to do) – 03/05/26
Today Dr. Karen Emerson, and her guest Hazel, discuss what to do if your dog is in a car accident.
Local disability rights group visits state Capitol
A Mississippi chapter of The Arc shared concerns about possible Medicaid reductions and new education bills
Empty Bowls serves up soup and raises money for the Salvation Army’s programs
Thousands of people enjoyed a hearty lunch while helping the Tupelo Salvation Army meet the needs of people throughout the year. Allie Martin has more.
Next to Nature (Northern Flicker) – 03/04/26
On this week’s episode of Next to Nature, Eric and Dr. Long discuss about the Northern Flicker.
Local educator makes history with leadership role in MAIS District II East
Historically, black leadership in the Mississippi Association of Independent Schools District II East has been limited. This Women’s History Month, Columbus Christian Academy is marking a milestone, recognizing the first black woman to serve as Head of School in the district.
Starkville Board of Alderman moves forward with hearings for banning Kratom
The Starkville Board of Aldermen voted tonight to move forward with two public hearings on a proposed ordinance to ban the sale of synthetic kratom and kratom products inside the city limits.
Mid-Morning (BBQ Fundraiser) – 03/04/2026
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Pam Stewart about the upcoming BBQ fundraiser
WCBI Sunrise (What You Need To Know Wednesday) – 03/08/26
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Nick Hairston on what you need to know this Wednesday.
Local behavioral health center expands
Diamond Grove officials celebrated a 24-bed expansion on Tuesday at the hospital.
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – Diamond Grove Center in Louisville is welcoming new patients and making room for more. Tuesday, March 3, they cut the ribbon for a new 24-bed building “which will allow us to provide adequate services, and additional services to children & adolescents, and their families in our communities and the great state of Mississippi,” said Diamond Grove…
One person injured in Monday night shooting in Tupelo
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Tupelo Police are investigating a Monday night shooting that left one person injured. Officers responded to a reported shooting at the West Jackson Mart gas station at the corner of West Jackson Street and Lumpkin Avenue. They found one victim with what were reported to be non-life-threatening injuries. The victim was taken to North Mississippi Medical…
Monroe County firefighters busy with multiple calls
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Firefighters in Monroe County continue to stay busy. Around 2:30 AM Tuesday crews were called to a fire on Bartahatchie Road. Bartahatchie, Hamilton, and Splunge fire departments were able to douse the blaze. No injuries were reported. On Sunday, crews responded to 4 separate fires. The first call was about a brush and woods fire…
East Mississippi Community College’s Golden Triangle Career program students help schoolmates get ready for Spring Break
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Spring Break is just around the corner for many area students. At East Mississippi Community College’s Golden Triangle campus students in the Career programs are helping their schoolmates get ready. EMCC hosted a Spring Break Pit-Stop with several stations to help students get what they need before their week off. Automotive students checked tires and…
Mississippi sheriffs respond to radar bill dying
CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A speeding ticket can save a life, but not every county in Mississippi can issue them easily. Only one Sheriff’s Office in the state has the authority to use radar equipment. And that’s Lowndes County. For years, The Mississippi Sheriff’s Association has advocated for a bill to expand radar access. “The purpose of the enforcement is…
Itawamba County School District is seeking public input for a five year strategic plan
The Itawamba County School District is getting input from the communities it serves to come up with a strategic five year plan.
Main Street Columbus spruces up city streets with Easter decorations
Spring is in the air in Downtown Columbus, and the team at Main Street Columbus is making sure the city is all dressed up for Easter.
WCBI’s Monster Jam giveaway 2026
Monster Jam rumbles into the Cadence Bank Arena on April 3 and April 4, and WCBI is giving you a chance to win a Family 4 Pack of Tickets!
Dry conditions prompt burn ban from Supervisors in Winston Co.
The dry conditions and recent grass and brush fires have prompted Winston County Supervisors to impose a countywide burn ban, effective immediately.
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.
Leaders prepare for National County Government Month in Lowndes Co.
There are 3,300 counties and nearly 3.6 million county employees nationwide, and the month of April is set aside to recognize them.