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.
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Billy Joel cancels touring after being diagnosed with a brain disorder
Sources from Associated Press say that Billy Joel has canceled all his upcoming concerts across North America and England after being diagnosed with fluid buildup in his brain that has affected his “hearing, vision, and balance.”
Music talent agent among dead after jet crashes into San Diego neighborhood
According to Associated Press, a private jet carrying a music talent agent and five others hit a power line in foggy weather early Thursday and crashed into a San Diego neighborhood, slamming into a home and killing multiple people on board.
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.
Mercedes-Benz will establish its North American HQ in Georgia, moving hundreds of jobs
According to Associated Press, Mercedes-Benz announced Thursday that it plans establish its North American headquarters in metro Atlanta, where the automaker will expand its existing U.S. corporate hub by adding hundreds of jobs relocated from other cities.
Stop making cents: US Mint moves forward with plans to kill the penny
Sources from Associated Press say that the Trump administration says making cents doesn’t make sense anymore.
Chasing the Weather -05/22/25
Today on WCBI Sunrise, we got an update from meteorologist Isaac Williams on weather chasing.
Starbucks introduces new beverages for the summer
Starbucks' summer menu is ready for you to take a sip! The brand introduced its new limited-time beverages to the menu on May 20.
State Auditor announced Survillion guilty plea in Jackson
A Quitman County man pleads guilty to defrauding rental assistance programs.
Meridian native named this year's American Idol winner
The Magnolia state is celebrating as Meridian native, Jamal Roberts, is the latest winner of American Idol.
Chasing The Weather - 05/19/25
Today, we go live to see Isaac discuss the weather for this week
Reward increased for missing man in Pontotoc Co.
The reward for information leading to the location of a missing Pontotoc County man is increased to $10,000.
Small fly prompts concern across the state of Mississippi
A small fly is prompting big concern across the Southern portion of the U.S.
Governor Ivey signs act prohibiting phone use for school students
Governor Kay Ivey signed the FOCUS Act on Wednesday, May 14, prohibiting students' use of smartphones and other wireless devices.
U.S. Postal Service reminds community of mailbox maintenance
The U.S. Postal Service is inviting customers to take time out to examine your mailbox and do any routine maintenance that may be necessary.
MS Supreme Court denies Auditor's dismissal on NFL player's defamation
The Mississippi Supreme Court denied State Auditor Shad White's appeal to dismiss a former NFL quarterback's defamation lawsuit against him.
Columbus native appointed president Jackson State University
A Columbus native is now leading Jackson State University. Dr. Denise Jones Gregory was appointed to serve as Interim President by the Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning.
Explosion occurs at Hunt Oil Refinery in Tuscaloosa
Our news partner, WVUA in Tuscaloosa, reports that the explosion happened just before noon at the Hunt Oil Refinery in West Tuscaloosa.
Old familiar Blue Bell flavor to return to stores
The Blue Bell company announced on Wednesday, April 30, that Groom's Cake Ice Cream won The Great Scoop Revival Flavor Tournament and will return to stores.
Voter registration deadline approaches for upcoming general elections
A voter registration deadline is almost here for the upcoming General Elections. Mississippians must register in person to vote by May 5.
Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan is accused of helping a man evade immigration agents and is arrested
Sources from Associated Press say that the FBI on Friday, April 18, arrested a Milwaukee judge accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities
Trump will hold a rally in Michigan next week to mark his first 100 days in office
According to The Associated Press, President Donald Trump will mark his first 100 days in office next week with a rally in Michigan, his first since returning to the White House earlier this year.
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.
Sweet potato soon to be Mississippi's official vegetable
The sweet potato is soon to be the official vegetable of the Magnolia state.
Deadline placed for residents to obtain real-ID compliant license
May 7 is the deadline for people across the country to have a REAL-ID compliant driver's license or identification card.