Tupelo Police make an arrest in September assault case
Tupelo Police made an arrest in a September assault case.
Bond set for a man accused of biting a police officer in Tupelo
Bond is set at $100,000 for a Prairie man accused of biting a police officer.
Fireworks business welcomes shoppers
The new year is near, and Orbit Fireworks workers are preparing for the large crowd.
Pets Without Partners (Akeley) – 12/26/25
Today Kealy talked to Kim Hays with the Columbus Lowndes Humane Society about Akeley the Akita.
Prayer meeting held at Cross of Christ in Starkville
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) The Starkville Cross of Christ is serving as a meeting place for a group of women working to bring change in themselves and their communities. Dr. Marjada Tucker said the lord had been pressing on her to do something concerning women. And coincidentally erica shields came to her with a similar idea. That’s how but I pray…
Tupelo firefighters responded to a fire at Sunshine Mill
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) Around 8:00 Saturday night, the Tupelo Fire Department responded to a fire at the Sunshine Mill. When Firefighters arrived, they found some equipment on fire inside of the building. The flames were extinguished. Tupelo Fire Chief Brad Robinson tells WCBI, no injuries were reported. The Cause of the fire is under investigation. Tupelo Fire stations one, two,…
CPD gives safety tips for discarding your holiday gifts
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) Christmas is officially over, and unfortunately, the gifts you got from Santa Clause can attract thieves. The Columbus Police Department wants you to remember, boxes at the curb can show thieves the valuable gifts you got for Christmas. If a thief sees several boxes at the curb after the holidays, your home could become a target for…
Several Monroe County Fire Departments responded to a fire
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) Several Monroe County Fire Departments responded to a structure fire Friday morning. Cason, Nettleton, and Amory Fire Departments, responded to a fully involved structure fire on Sargent Lane at 11:19 Friday Morning. No injuries were reported. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: fire, investigation, local, Monroe County, structure
At least one person is dead and another one is injured from gunfire
CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) An investigation is underway after a shooting in Clay County. Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott tells WCBI, one person is dead, and another person is in critical Condition at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. The shooting happened around 5:00 Saturday afternoon, on Waverly Boat Landing. The incident is under investigation, and more information will be…
A Columbus Resident reacts to recent shooting
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) “It is very very disturbing and sad.” said Donald Pope, Columbus Resident. Columbus Resident Donald Pope is outraged about a recent shooting. Columbus Police Officers responded to the 500 block of Waterworks Road for a gunshot victim. When they arrived, they also learned that two other victims had been taken to Baptist Memorial Hospital by personal vehicle….
Second Servings gets assistance from organizations for holidays
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – The holiday season brings many opportunities for people to give. The Second Servings program is collaborating with several Starkville organizations to provide food through the holidays. Starkville Strong has been helping many families through its Second Servings program for over a year now. However, at this time of year, feeding the community becomes more challenging because…
It has been nearly two decades since a man went missing
TISHOMINGO COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) It has been nearly two decades since a man went missing in Tishomingo County. December 18th marked sixteen years since Johnny Crosby disappeared. Crosby was last seen around 11:30 a.m. on December 18th, 2009. His daughter was staying with him at the time because he had been sick and depressed. She said that prior to his…
New weight-loss pill to hit market
Losing weight may be getting easier.
Fresh Start Community: One step closer to completion in Columbus
While this project has been in the works for the past few years, the organization has run into obstacles. However, Depriest said, “We’re trying to land the plane, and we’re close. We’re getting much closer.”
Tupelo Hardware to become CVB headquarters
The first floor of the historical building will be preserved so Elvis fans can see where the singer bought his first guitar
A historic building in downtown Tupelo that played a major role in the musical development of Elvis Presley is being sold.
Boil Water Notice now lifted for residents in Noxubee Co.
The boil water notice for customers of the Shuqualak Butler Water Association in the Macedonia community has been lifted.
Investigation underway after a body was discovered in a burning car in Jackson
A burning car leads to a homicide investigation in the Capital City.
Officer injured during an officer-involved shooting in Greenwood
A Greenwood police officer was injured during an officer-involved shooting.
Starkville business creates custom-made gifts
A custom-made Christmas gift can go a long away. V Design sees an increase in sales during the holidays.
WCBI announces 2025 Christmas Tree Showdown winner
The winner of the WCBI Christmas Tree Showdown is Dorsie Taylor of Columbus!
Community rallies around longtime Tupelo Councilwoman whose house was heavily damaged by fire
Fundraising efforts are underway to help Ward Four Councilwoman Nettie Davis make needed repairs to home after fire
An effort is underway to help a longtime Tupelo Councilwoman with unexpected repair bills after a recent house fire.
West Point PD warns residents about the uptick in package theft
Online shopping is convenient. But when packages leave the warehouse and head to your house, there’s still a chance you may not see them.
Booneville man arrested on sexual abuse charges in Prentiss Co.
The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Office made an arrest after receiving a complaint of a juvenile being sexually abused.
WCBI Sunrise (Cooking With Devin Cummings) – 12/22/25
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Devin Cummings while whipping up a fresh batch of cookies.