MSU celebrates new residence hall opening on campus
Mississippi State University is celebrating its new residence hall, Azalea Hall.
Columbus Police warns community about new scam in the area
Law enforcement is warning about scammers demanding money over the phone.
Man charged with three counts of sexual battery in Winston Co.
Christopher Sullivan was charged with three counts of sexual battery of a child and one count of sexual battery.
Local school partners with companies for new STEM Center
An area school is forming a powerful partnership to help jump-start student interest in science and technology.
First West Nile death reported for this year by state health leaders
State health leaders are reporting the first West Nile Virus death this year.
Around the Area with Allie Martin (MEM Wrestling) – 08/07/2025
On this week’s segment of Around the Area, Allie is in Memphis with wrestlers Big John Dalton and King Cobra and Tupelo Supershow Organizer Murray Collum to talk about Wrestling for St. Jude.
New Hope cheer/band teams taking Trojan pride to Disney World
This January, New Hope becomes the first school in Mississippi to compete in all three categories at the Varsity Spirit National School Spirit Championships. The competition will take place at Walt Disney World in Orlando.
Chickasaw Co. man receives Purple Heart for service injuries in Iraq
Ceremony was part of National Purple Heart Day observance
A prestigious badge is pinned on a Chickasaw County man who was injured in Iraq during his time in the Marines.
Global economy impacts Mississippians
Finance professor says increasing tariffs from U.S. Government and pending trade agreements are some factors that “have led to a lot of uncertainty.”
Missing man found safe, family speaks out
Johnathan Hendrix was diagnosed with bipolar disorder when he was just 23. His family says at 30 years old, Johnathan now struggles to find a balance.
Johnathan Hendrix was diagnosed with bipolar disorder when he was just 23. His family says at 30 years old, Johnathan now struggles to find a balance.
More than 20 streets in Sulligent get a facelift after receiving grant
Mayor Scott Boman says this was a much-needed improvement, as many of the streets haven’t been re-paved in 20 to 30 years, while others had never been re-paved.
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.