Cities and towns put on notice for audit completion in MS
The State Auditor’s office is putting cities and towns on notice to get their audits completed.
Boil water notice for Shuqualak has now been lifted
The Boil Water Notice in effect for customers of the Shuqualak Butler Water Association has been lifted.
Man sentenced to 17 and a half years for sexual assault of a child
A South Carolina man will spend the next 17 and a half years in Federal Prison for sexually assaulting a child.
Mona Vance-Ali speaks with community leaders about Columbus History
The Columbus Lowndes Public Library has a treasure trove of information and artifacts in its archives and special collections.
The District Attorney’s Office encourages victims to speak up
Victims’ testimonies can make an impact in court, from speeding up the criminal judicial process to getting closure for families.
Animal Health (Adicus) – 08/07/25
This week’s segment of Animal Health includes Dr. Karen Emerson as she talks with her guest, Adicus, and her diabetic condition.
Weekend beating in Clay County leaves charges against promoter
A man is dealing with severe injuries from an apparent assault by at least three suspects after a trail ride event.
Oxford Police Department settles into new state of the art headquarters
The new headquarters features a Phlebotomy Room, along with Victim Services Section where minors can wait as their parent talks with investigators
The police department unveiled its 40,000 square-foot new facilities earlier this summer. The building formerly housed the Oxford Enterprise Center.
Next to Nature (State Parks) – 08/06/2025
Being outdoors and exploring nature is fun and a real pastime for many people. However, not everyone knows where they can go to see what nature has to offer. In this week’s next to nature, we show you some options.
Investigation by drug test leads to two arrests in Lafayette County
An investigation prompted by a drug test leads to Child Endangerment charges for two Lafayette County residents.
Sunrise of FOX 4 (Ugliest Grill Contest) – 08/06/25
As part of WCBI’s ongoing competition, Kealy is in the studio with Keyton Blocher, Toby Steed, and Dylan Wilson to talk about the Ugliest Grill Contest.
Sunrise of FOX4 (What You Need To Know) – 08/06/25
Today on Sunrise, it’s What We Need to Know Wednesday, and Kealy Shields is with Keyon Blocher in the studio to discuss what we need to know this week.
Local law enforcement hosts “National Night Out”
Law enforcement is working to bridge the gap between them and the community.
Tupelo Mattress maker’s company makes its mark through growth
A Northeast Mississippi mattress manufacturer is making its mark with continued growth and a simple strategy.
Low turnout projects to roll in the special election from Columbus
A special election is bringing some voters to the polls on Tuesday for seats in the Mississippi House of Representatives.
Recent case shows effectiveness of tips programs in law enforcement
To leave an anonymous tip, you can call Golden Triangle Crimestoppers at 1-800-530-7151 or use the P3 Tips app. Tips leading to an arrest are eligible for a cash reward.
Mississippi continues to battle STD rates across the state
Mississippi continues to battle high STD rates, and health experts now call the state’s surge in congenital syphilis an epidemic.
Mayor’s Review Uncovers New Findings in Columbus Police Crash
Columbus Mayor Stephen Jones is playing a key role in uncovering what really happened during last month’s police crash that seriously injured Devion Bankhead.
Highway dedicated in honor of WWII Veteran in Columbus
A stretch of Highway 82 will serve as a reminder of the service of a Lowndes County native. Dayton Egger Memorial Highway was dedicated in Columbus.
Juvenile arrested after threatening other juvenile with a gun in Caledonia
Lowndes County deputies made an arrest after a frightening and disturbing video made the rounds on social media.
Columbus Escapee found hiding under a bed in Sulligent
Christopher Austin Tedford was caught Monday night, August 4, at a home on McCrary Road in Sulligent.
Good News With Colin – 08/05/25
Grab your hula skirt, ‘cuz a luau is headed your way! Kealy and Colin are in the studio discussing upcoming events happening this week, including Marcella’s Luau Party this weekend. Check it out!
Crimestoppers (Lowndes County) – 08/05/25
A helpful tip and inter-cooperation between law enforcement agencies led to the arrest of a suspect on the run. Crime Stoppers Director Chad Bell joins Kealy in the studio for this week’s segment.
MSU Forensic Unit is helping solve missing persons cases
According to the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System, at any given time 100,000 people may be reported missing in the U.S.