The Mississippi State Department of Health recently declared a public health emergency on infant mortality in response to rising rates across the state. At Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle, they are taking the issue very seriously.
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Yvonne Robinson and Tae Harris about the upcoming MSE Response Fair.
A weekend shooting in Noxubee County left one man dead and another in custody. Investigators say quick action — and a little detective work — helped track the suspect across county lines.
On this week’s Crime Stoppers, Kealy talks with Sergeant Bryan Anderson and Detective Tanner Pritchard about locking your car.
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks with Colin Krieger about the good news of the week, including the upcoming 12th Annual Loaves and Fishes Fundraising event at First Methodist Church in Columbus.
A Nettleton ninth-grader has made a remarkable recovery, just weeks after he was injured during baseball practice.
Students at New Hope Middle School created a unique and creative outlet for students to express their feelings, help each other, and connect through a project.
This week is observed as Child Passenger Safety Week, and first responders are encouraging parents and caregivers to take car seat safety even more seriously.
The Noxubee County Sheriff’s Department said a weekend shooting left one man dead and another charged with murder.
A fatal crash involving a motorcycle is under investigation.
On this week’s segment of Around the Area, Allie Martin is in Calhoun County, where a local career fair is taking place.
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Kabir Karriem about the upcoming Heritage Festival event.
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The Columbus Arts Council hosted a community paint night at Lions Hills on Thursday, September 18.
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Bryon Benson of East End Baptist Church about the Jeep Meet.
A building is a total loss after a fire in Oktibbeha County.
Michael Edwards was officially sworn in as the city’s top cop today, on September 19.
Two people were injured in a weekend shooting in Tupelo.
Tupelo residents took a trip around the world through their taste buds on Sunday, September 21. The city hosted its annual Celebration of Cultures this weekend.
EUPORA, Miss. (WCBI) Smoked filled the air in Eupora this weekend, this was all a part of the smoke and sizzle hometown fest. This gave those who like to grill an opportunity to show off their grilling skills. Vendors competed in a rib cook off, and it was judged by three people. The competition included four different vendors. Organizer of…
Candles were lit, and balloons were released in the air to honor the life of Demartravion “Trey” Reed
COLUMBUS, miss. (WCBI) The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding a woman whose been missing for over a decade. Wednesday September 17th, marked sixteen years since Kaila Morris disappeared from her mother’s home in Columbus. Morris was last seen by her stepfather on September 17, 2009. Her stepfather said he saw Morris leave with an unknown person in…
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – To donate to or volunteer with Aberdeen Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry, visit its Facebook page. When Leslie Hitchcock moved back to her hometown of Aberdeen, Mississippi, she was just looking for something to fill her time. That’s when she began volunteering at Aberdeen Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry, an organization dedicated to ensuring everyone in…
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – To donate to, volunteer for, or get help from The Mission, visit its site. When a person is in a crisis, they need all the help they can get. But many people don’t have the support system necessary to get them through. That’s where The Mission in West Point comes in. It’s a nonprofit focused…