Girl still missing in Grenada County after over 30 years
It has now been over thirty-one years since 10-year-old, Karen Zhou, disappeared in Grenada.
Car crash in Lowndes County claims 45-year-old man’s life
A 45-year-old man is dead after a fatal crash in Lowndes County.
City of Columbus hosts Memorial Day celebration
Columbus is a strong contender as the home of Memorial Day with the commemorations supposedly starting at Friendship Cemetery.
Columbus is a strong contender as the home of Memorial Day with the commemorations supposedly starting at Friendship Cemetery.
Lee County Deputies investigate a possible double homicide
Investigators launch a formal investigation after two people were found dead at a home in Lee County.
WCBI Job Fair to be held in Starkville
The WCBI Job Fair will be hosted on Thursday, May 29, from 9:30 am to 1 pm, at the Starkville Sportsplex.
Pets Without Partners (Sally) – 05/23/25
Today on Midday, Joey talks with Trudy McDaniel and her special guest, Sally.
Veteran honored after ‘Dustoff’ crews receive Congressional Gold Medal
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – Robert W. Barrett lives a relatively quiet life in Aberdeen these days. But that wasn’t the case about 60 years ago. Barrett joined the Army in 1965 after graduating from Mississippi State University. He became a helicopter pilot, and from 1967 to 1968, he was assigned to the 45th Medical Company known as “Dustoff,” stationed in…
Remembering WCBI Legend, R.H. Brown
The WCBI family has lost another legend and connection to our hearts. RH Brown passed away on Thursday, May 22, after a short illness.
Training cadets graduate from sheriff’s academy in Monroe Co.
Twenty Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Training Academy cadets graduated Wednesday night after completing the 307-hour course for part-time certification as a law officer.
President Trump approves request for storm assistance in MS
President Donald Trump approved Governor Tate Reeves’ request for Individual and Public Assistance for the counties that were affected by the March 14 and March 15 storms.
Corinth Superintendent indicted in connection with AI child porn case
The former superintendent of the Corinth School District is indicted in connection with the case of AI generated child porn allegedly produced by a former teacher.
Two cousins sentenced in connection with 2020 racing crash
Two cousins from Columbus are sentenced in connection with a deadly racing crash from 2020.
Chasing The Weather – 05/23/25
Today on Sunrise, we go live with Meteorologist Isaac Williams as he discusses the weather for today and further down the week.
Upcoming Columbus mayoral forum now moved to MUW campus
The upcoming Columbus mayoral forum is changing locations and will now be held at Mississippi University for Women’s Nissan Auditorium on Tuesday, May 27.
Around the Area (State of Region) – 05/22/2025
On this week’s episode of Around the Area, Allie attends the State of Region and the CREATE Foundation in Tupelo.
Several children get a forever home
family members lined up to finalize the adoption of their new child
Age is just a number for members of “Young at Heart”
A group of ‘seasoned’ citizens is determined to show that getting older doesn’t mean it is time for the rocking chair., it’s time for rockin’ the dance floor.
Amory community speaks out about future recovery plans to MDA
The Mississippi Development Authority is looking to use recovery funds more effectively to support long-term needs in cities like Amory.
Three more suspects arrested in connection with Lowndes Robbery
Three more suspects are now in custody in connection with a violent robbery in Lowndes County.
Man pleads guilty to murder in Lee County
Christopher Clayton pleaded guilty to second degree murder in the shooting death of Justin Mayfield.
Absentee voting to take place this weekend across Mississippi
In-person absentee voting is happening this weekend.
Columbus man receives Golden Deeds award from Exchange Club
Steve Greenough receives the Book of Golden Deeds Award from the Exchange Club of Columbus.
Two men face charges after a reported shooting in Oxford
Two Oxford men face charges after a reported shooting in the city.
Man accused of trying to set cars on fire in Oxford
34-year-old Martel McEwen is being charged with 3rd and 4th degree arson.