CALHOUN CITY, Miss. (WCBI) — A rivalry rich in tradition like a tale as old as time, the 2025 Egg Bowl kicks off Friday, November 28 in Starkville. The Rebels are looking to continue their streak against the Bulldogs, and the Dawgs are looking to regain ground – and bragging rights. But, before the Rebels and Dawgs face off in…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) The government reopened over a week ago, but families are still feeling the impacts of the 43-day long shutdown. The shutdown left hundreds of thousands of families wondering where their next meal will come from, and if they would be able to enjoy the holidays. A Columbus resident is stepping up to help those families. Shanta Blakney…
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) Thursday marked thirty-nine years since Madeline Ponds disappeared while at work in Columbus. Ponds was last seen working on November 20,1986, at PJ’s One-Stop on Highway 82 South. Her mother brought her dinner and went back home. Less than 5 minutes after her mother left the store, a customer came in and did not see anyone. About…
Pet owners in Tupelo’s Joyner neighborhood are organizing a memorial space to remember cats lost to dog attacks this year.
Columbus Fire & Rescue says it’s common for more fires to happen in colder weather at abandoned buildings.
Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott tells WCBI, at least five people were injured by gunfire at a bonfire early Sunday morning, including a juvenile.
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A Columbus teenager is facing multiple charges after a shooting Tuesday night in East Columbus. Police say 19-year-old Monte Beckwith has been charged with four counts of aggravated assault, shooting into an occupied vehicle, and felony malicious mischief. The shooting happened around 8:30 p.m. at the Ready Mart on North McCrary Road. Four people were detained…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A family searching for a missing loved one made a heartbreaking discovery Tuesday afternoon. After nearly three weeks of searching, a body was found near an abandoned building off Waterworks Road in Columbus. Columbus Police Chief Joseph Daughtry says the discovery was made just after noon by a family member and a Columbus detective who had…
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A few months after a video from Caledonia showed a white teenager pointing a gun at a Black teen while using racial slurs, community members gathered on the Lowndes County Courthouse lawn Tuesday night to call for justice and unity. The event was organized by the One Blood Coalition, which says it created the gathering to…
The church has partnered with the Mid South Food Bank and will distribute five hundred food boxes on Saturday morning, November 22.
Columbus Police have made an arrest in connection with a missing persons case.
Keegan Hays has been in the automotive paint business for more than 20 years.
A disturbance call leads to more serious charges for a Booneville man.
Residents will no longer have to boil their water before using or consumption.
A month-long drug investigation leaves on man facing several charges.
The food pantries said they are ready to host more food drives to stock up and better prepare for future concerns.
President of Allegro Family Clinic Amy Bogue said, her clinic has seen an influx of viruses recently, and with the holidays right around the corner, it could put you at risk of catching a bug.
Today on Midday, Grace Brister Jessica Horton about the upcoming Country Christmas.
Today on Midday, Grace Brister talks with Shawanda Jones and Glenda Richardson about the Columbus Tree Lighting
Today Dr. Ashley Jansen talks with her special guest Skinkles the lizard, and about how to help with his mite problem.
The does and bucks are out, and they’re not just in the woods.
After years of dedication to the Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers Association, a veteran newscaster is recognized for his commitment to the organization.
On this week’s episode of Next to Nature, Eric Lampkin is with Dr. Long as they discuss the importance of acorns.
Vibrant Church on Holly Hills Road is hosting a food drive this week.