Man pleads guilty to second-degree murder in Oktibbeha Co.
Daniel Miller entered a guilty plea to Second-Degree Murder in the January 2024 shooting death of his friend Gabe Tipton.
CPD makes six DUI arrests and four felonies during holiday travel period
The Columbus Police Department’s participation in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign proved to be a success over the holiday travel periods.
Tupelo police arrest suspect after armed robbery lands clerk in the hospital
Otheno English has been charged with one count of Armed Robbery for the incident that happened Saturday at the Breeze-N convenience store on North Gloster Street.
WCBI Sunrise (What You Need to Know Wednesday) – 01/07/26
Today, on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks to Nick about all of the things you need to know this Wednesday.
“A Fresh Start’ is the theme for 2026 at Tupelo’s Salvation Army
Although Red Kettle Campaign came up slightly short of goal, people can still help meet the needs of many
An annual Christmas-time fundraiser for the Tupelo Salvation Army may have fallen short of its goal, but the daily work goes on.
Two juveniles arrested for alleged attempted auto burglary in Starkville
Two juveniles are arrested in Starkville for alleged attempted auto burglary.
Smithville man arrested for Aggravated Assault in Monroe Co.
Monroe County Sheriff’s deputies arrested Richard Lance McCain Sunday evening for a shooting that happened at a home on Ausborn Road.
Road closure to be expected at Bridge SA-106 in Lee Co.
The Lee County Road Department is announcing an immediate road closure in the northeastern part of the county.
Car crash leaves one man dead in Fayette, AL
A Fayette man is dead after a single-car crash on Monday, January 5.
CVB Director of Tourism briefs local businesses/leaders on prime tourism
Frances Glenn, Director of Tourism for the Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau, briefed area business and community leaders on the impact the hospitality industry has on the area’s economy.
Fulton man faced with drug charges in Lee Co.
A Fulton man is facing drug charges in Lee County.
America 250 Mississippi organization to host “United in Song” event
If you can carry a tune and would like to be a part of history then this may be an opportunity for you.
Good News With Colin – 01/06/26
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy is with Colin Krieger once again to discuss about the good news happening this week!
WCBI Sunrise (King Cake Baking) – 01/06/26
Today on WCBI Sunrise, Kealy talks to Jody Denny, with Colin Krieger joining them, as they bake a King Cake.
Community supports Montgomery County house fire victims
The smell and heartache of a New Year’s Eve fire still lingers in a home in Montgomery County.
Starkville Oktibbeha County School District makes upgrades to its football field
The Starkville Oktibbeha County School District has been busy upgrading its athletic facilities.
Police make arrest in attempted armed robbery of Tupelo store
Go Fund Me set up for clerk who was stabbed during attempted armed robbery
Tupelo Police Chief John Quaka said a suspect has been arrested in connection with the attempted armed robbery of a convenience store.
Local Public Library receives grant for friendship benches in Columbus
An international initiative to help people struggling with mental health crises and other issues is coming to Lowndes County.
Boil water notice issued for southern Noxubee County
Some water customers in southern Noxubee County will need to take extra precautions in the coming days.
President Nora Miller announces retirement from Mississippi University for Women
First W Alum to lead the university will retire this Summer
Following a 30-year career in higher education, Mississippi University for Women President Nora R. Miller has announced her plan to retire
Many in Choctaw County come together following teen’s death
CHOCTAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) The New Year’s Eve death of 19-year-old Caden Yarbrough has rocked Choctaw County to the core. Now the community is coming together to take a stand against the gun violence and try to be a barrier for the youth in the county. Those who knew Caden Yarbrough described him as a loving, caring person who loved…
A man is wanted in West Point
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) Demetris Edwards is wanted for Aggravated Assault with a deadly weapon. Edwards is being described as a black man, who is five foot ten, and weighs 240 pounds. If you have any information about where the suspect might be, you are asked to contact the West Point Police Department, Golden Triangle Crimestoppers, or use the anonymous…
Calhoun County Firefighters responded to a fire on New Year’s Eve
CALHOUN COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) A three and a half hour New Year’s Eve fire in derma, destroyed the last remaining building from the former Calhoun county agricultural school. According to sabougla Volunteer Fire Department, the department was called to help the Derma Volunteer Fire Department with the building fire at 9:30 on New Year’s Eve night. Firefighters from across Calhoun…
TPD is Investigating an armed robbery incident
TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) The Tupelo Police Department is Investigating an armed robbery incident. On Saturday morning around 8:00, Tupelo Police officers responded to a reported armed robbery at the Breeze-N convenience store on 1725 North Gloster Street. Officers learned that a black male entered the store wearing a hoodie, and covered his face with a ski mask. The suspect demanded…