Mayoral candidate arrested on DUI charge in Houston
A mayoral candidate in Houston arrested over the weekend for DUI and other alleged offenses plans to plead not guilty to the charges.
Man faces child sex crime charges in Tupelo
A Tupelo man has been charged with attempted enticement of a child to meet for sexual purposes and attempted enticement of a child to produce sexual conduct.
Prentiss Co. teacher convicted of sexual child abuse material possession
PRENTISS COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A former Prentiss County School District teacher has been convicted of possessing child sexual abuse materials. federal jurors found 36-year-old Andrew Murphy guilty after a three-day trial in Aberdeen. Evidence showed Murphy collected images of child exploitation using a peer-to-peer network. He faces up to ten years in prison and will be required to register…
MSU to host Veterans Resource Fair in Starkville
Current and former military servicemembers will have a wide range of resources all in one place during a veteran’s fair this weekend.
What You Need To “EAT” Wednesdays – 04/23/25
Today Kealy talks with Keyton Blocher about what to eat this Wednesday.
Shootout sparks response from Columbus Police
Weekend shootout leads loitering crackdown.
Caledonia Middle School hosts Self Care Day for students
There were several stations available for students, such as yoga, positive affirmations, sports, and other activities.
US Army brings Terrain vehicles to show students at Tupelo High
The mobile exhibit gives students a chance to see the opportunities the Army provides
The U.S. Army brings some of its newest all terrain fighting vehicles to students at Tupelo High School.
Columbus student named semifinalist for US Presidential Scholars
A Columbus High School student is being recognized as a semifinalist in the National Presidential Scholars Program.
MUW begins Wise Start Early Childhood Project
The Wise Start Early Childhood Project received a $500,000 grant to get started, giving the program $100,000 for the next 5 years.
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT – 04/22/2025
WCBI is celebrating the high school class of 2025 with WCBI’s Senior Spotlight. Go to wcbi.com/contests now to share a picture of your high school graduate to be featured, from May through July, on WCBI and in our online gallery. Congratulations to the class of 2025!
Police Officer dies from fatal ATV crash in Olive Branch
The city of Olive Branch is mourning the loss of Lieutenant Ronnie Flanigan, who died from injuries sustained in an ATV accident over the weekend.
Cycles Of Hope Bike Ride – 04/22/25
Today, Kealy talks with Al Cannon about the upcoming event, Cycle Of Hope Bike Ride.
Crime Stoppers (MSU Police) – 04/22/25
Today on Crime Stoppers, Kealy talks with Assistant Police Chief Brian Locke and Patrick Jenkins, of MSU Police, and their special guest, Miguel.
Color Theory – 04/21/25
Today, Kealy talks with Ms. Julie Tompkins about Color Theory.
Attorney General clears police in officer-involved Amory shooting
The state Attorney General clears Amory police in a deadly officer-involved shooting.
MS Municipal Primary Runoff Election begins
It is Municipal Primary Runoff Election Day in Mississippi. Some voters in 28 towns across the state are going to the polls.
Students awarded top honors by Lowndes Chamber of Commerce
Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors from across Lowndes County were awarded top honors at the Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce Education Awards Program.
Houston candidate arrested for driving under the influence
56-year-old Hubert Hamilton was arrested by the Mississippi Highway Patrol on April 18.
Cotton District Festival sets record numbers for Starkville
The Starkville Area Arts Council partners with the Cotton District to host the annual arts festival for the public.
Starkville Parks and Recreation crafting new 10-year plan
Some of the products of the last plan are Cornerstone Park, McKee and J.L. King. Proving the plan could be big for the community.
Some of the products of the last plan are Cornerstone Park, McKee and J.L. King. Proving the plan could be big for the community.
West Point Nursing Home sings for residents in Good Friday Service
Residents and staff sing lead in Good Friday service.
Tupelo Salvation Army Captains will soon be Oklahoma bound
Captains Thomas and LeAnna Marion have overseen security upgrades and other changes at the Tupelo facility
A major upgrade to the security system at the Tupelo Salvation Army is one of several improvements made under the leadership of Captains Thomas and LeAnna Marion.
Pontotoc beauty school is first sensory safe certified school
KC's School of Hair Design hosts sensory safe haircuts once a month, and all of its students are trained in sensory safe haircuts.
KC’s School of Hair Design hosts sensory safe haircuts once a month, and all of its students are trained in sensory safe haircuts.