Winona community are helping those stay warm from cold weather
The National Weather Service has been advising people about dangerously low temperatures as we approach the official start of Winter.
CHRISTMAS TREE SHOWDOWN – 12/15/2025
Voting is now open for your favorite tree in the WCBI Christmas Tree Showdown.
Monroe County CPS hosts third annual Christmas event
SHANNON, Miss. (WCBI) For a few hundred children in Monroe County, Christmas became that much sweeter as the Monroe County Child Protection Services held its third annual Christmas event. Johnson Chapel’s Life Center was transformed into a sweet treat for 250 families as Monroe County Child Protection Services hosted its Candy Cane Christmas. Tabatha Trice, supervisor of Monroe County CPS…
A local nonprofit organization is giving back to area families
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) A local nonprofit organization is giving back and making Christmas a little brighter for area families. The non-profit organization called “B.G. On the Rise” held their second annual giveaway day for the community. This allowed families to receive free coats, blankets, food, and toys for children. The event also offered stocking stuffers, free turkeys, hams, and much…
EPD has some safety tips for you this holiday season
EUPORA, Miss. (WCBI) This is the holiday season and unfortunately crime sometimes increases during this time of year. The Eupora Police Department would like to remind you to not leave valuables in your vehicles, and to make sure that you lock your homes and vehicles to prevent theft. If you are receiving packages by mail, please be mindful of delivery…
An investigation into a shooting is underway in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Around 7:21 Saturday night, Columbus Police Officers responded to a report about a gunshot victim in the 700 block of 21st Street North. When officers arrived, they found a male suffering from a non life threatening gunshot wound. The victim was identified as 29-year-old Walter Earl Harris. Harris was taken to Baptist Memorial Hospital for treatment. The…
Blessings for All holds Toys for Tots giveaway in Winona
WINONA, Miss. (WCBI) For 13 years an area organization has been giving Santa a helping hand. More than 3000 children of all ages from Montgomery, Carroll, Leflore, and Grenada Counties were able to receive two presents each, stocking stuffers and a book for Christmas. Calbrina Ward Woods’s goal is that every child in Montgomery, Carroll, Leflore, and Grenada counties wake…
City of Columbus find more ways to bring fossil park in Propst Park
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – City leaders and tourism officials are always looking for ways to attract more visitors. In Columbus, a relatively new attraction is beginning to draw attention. The Dr. John “Jack” Kaye Cretaceous Fossil Park is utilizing recent grant funding to offer outdoor activities and enhance education about the prehistoric past of the area. Grant money to make improvements…
I.C.S.O. wants people to be aware of a scam
ITAWAMBA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) The law enforcement agency said, it has received multiple reports about people trying to scam residents. The scammer often tells residents that they have jury duty, and an active warrant, which is usually described as a bench warrant. The scammer also tries to convince residents to make payments through bitcoin, gift cards, or other electronic transfers…
Drivers who travel 82 will no longer have to take a longer route
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) Traffic is flowing once again on the highway. Lowndes County Sheriff Eddie Hawkins told WCBI, Highway 82 has officially reopened, and all eastbound traffic is now flowing normally. Drivers traveling through the area may resume regular routes. Drivers are still encouraged to use caution and remain alert as traffic patterns return to normal. For 24/7 news…
Local MSU fan attends 100th home game in honor of his father
It’s a tradition unlike any other – the Egg Bowl. For Paxton Beasley, the tradition runs a little deeper, attending every home game since he was 13 days old.
Columbus Airforce base preparing the next generation of pilots
The Program also strives to build resilient, and higher performing pilots. The TAP framework is made up of five different components to complete the wellbeing of the aviator.
Hawkins cautions drivers to use patience while traveling 82 East
There will be a major construction project forcing a shutdown along 82 and a detour
A man faces multiple charges in Itawamba Co.
The Itawamba County Sheriff’s Office made an arrest on multiple charges.
MIDDAY TOY GIVEAWAY – 12/12/2025
Congratulations to our winners for today’s Midday Toy Giveaway! If your child would like to enter their drawing for a chance to win, visit our website at wcbi.com/contests.
Pets Without Partners (Dixie) – 12/12/25
On this week’s Pets Without Partners, Kealy talks with Kim of Columbus-Lowndes Humane Society about her special guest, Dixie.
WCBI (The Gordan Ramsay Package) – 12/12/25
As we wrap up the show, Kealy and Scott open a package from Fox.
WCBI Sunrise (Festival Of Fae) – 12/12/25
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Wesley Stewart and Allie Larsen about the upcoming Festival of the Fae Event.
Childcare expert give tips on Christmas gifts
If your gift shopping list includes little ones, one childcare expert suggested some alternatives to the tech route.
Students get special Christmas treat at Itawamba County School Offices
Annual event transforms administrative offices into a Winter Wonderland
Kindergartners and first graders in the Itawamba County School District had a special field trip today and even saw some snow.
Waverly Care Home celebrates resident’s 102nd birthday in West Point
Waverly Care Home in West Point celebrated its oldest resident.
MSU is set to bring changes to campus traffic through 2026
Construction will begin on December 17th, leaving the main entrance to campus temporarily closed near Stone Boulevard.
Unofficial results show new Sheriff elected for Noxubee Co.
The unofficial results show that Tedrick Liddell edged out Interim Sheriff Dontevis Smith in last week’s special election run-off.
Lowndes Co. Sheriff’s Office helps collect toys for projects this Christmas
The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office is providing some tactical support for Santa this year.