Crime Stoppers (Amory Police Department) – 08/04/26
Today on Crime Stoppers, Kealy talks with Amory Police Detective Department Sergeant Jake Hall about a series of car burglaries…
Back to the middle 90s
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI ) – Temperatures continue to climb back into the middle 90s as the week rolls on. TUESDAY NIGHT: It is going to be another calm night. Temperatures will be dropping into the lower 70s tonight. There will be a chance for patchy fog overnight and into early Wednesday morning. WEDNESDAY: Conditions will be staying dry, but moisture…
Mid-Morning (Back to School Sickness) – 08/04/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Doctor Keith Watson about dealing with sickness as a new school semester begins…
Good News with Colin – 08/04/26
Today on Good News, Kealy and Colin Krieger discuss upcoming area events!
MDE designates 15 elementary schools as Mississippi Emerging Science of Reading (SOR) Schools
Just over a handful of schools across the state are being recognized by the Mississippi Department of Education for students’ reading skills, and some happen to be in the WCBI viewing area…
WCBI’s Community Blood Drive
Roll up your sleeve and help save lives at WCBI’s Community Blood Drive! Join us Friday, August 14, from noon until 4 pm at the Vitalant Bloodmobile outside WCBI Studios in downtown Columbus.
NEMCC’s Marketing and Community Relations to offer internship for communications students
College students across the state will soon head back to class, and one local junior college is looking to offer a hands-on opportunity for students…
Very Pleasant Today, Warmup In Sight
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) — Picture perfect skies will stick around today, along with comfortable conditions, but more heat and humidity is just around the corner. TUESDAY: The high temperature will reach about 91° today, and lower-than-average humidity will keep the real-feel within ~5° of that high. Sunny skies prevail for most of the day, with just a couple of isolated…
Mississippi adds roundabout to campus
When Mississippi State students return to campus later this month, they’ll be welcomed with a new type of intersection…
What is a reserve deputy?
Three men were sworn as Lowndes County reserve deputies last week.
The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office is welcoming three new reserve deputies to the force…
Lee County Coroner to host fentanyl symposium
The Lee County Coroner is taking steps to make the public aware of the dangers of fentanyl…
MS Museum of Natural Science says farewell to a slithery friend
Elvis, the speckled kingsnake, is officially retiring from public programs and appearances at the museum…
Temperatures are on the rise
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – A thankfully calm week but temperatures are going to be on the rise, back into the middle 90s. MONDAY NIGHT: Clouds will continue passing through NE MS and western AL. Temperatures will drop into the lower 70s overnight. Overall, a pleasant night. TUESDAY: A lot like Monday, with a few less clouds and extra sun. Afternoon…
Three more people now hold leadership roles in Columbus
The city of Columbus is adding to its team…
Midday (Oktibbeha County Branch NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet)
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Oktibbeha County NAACP President Pastor Jerry Jefferson and Chairperson Xavier Perkins about the Freedom Fund Banquet.
Mid-Morning (Lowndes County Benefit Rodeo Impact) – 08/03/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with Lowndes County Benefit Rodeo organizers Jimmy Hildreth and Josh Tilley about the rodeo and its beneficiaries!
Pleasant Week Ahead!
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) — Lower temperatures and less humidity will make conditions feel very pleasant outside for the front half of this week. MONDAY: It is going to be a spectacular day outside! The high temperature will be about 89°, and humidity will be staying pretty low, so it won’t feel muggy and sticky outside. Clouds will decrease from partly cloudy…
16th Circuit District’s Office holds inaugural mentorship day
COLUMBUS, Miss., (WCBI) — Having positive role models early in life can make a big difference in the choices young people make. The 16th Circuit District Attorney’ s office is helping connect those role models with those young people. The D.A.’s office hosted its inaugural Mentorship Day at the Columbus Boys and Girls Club. Men from the community and members…
Heating back up through the week
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – It is going to be a nice week! Temperatures will be back on the climb, into the low to middle 90s. SUNDAY NIGHT: It is going to be a comfortable night, with the lower humidity levels. Temperatures tonight will be dropping into the upper 60s. MONDAY: Staying a little bit cooler than average for the…
Woman dies in Shannon shooting; suspect arrested
SHANNON, Miss., (WCBI) – One woman is dead after an early morning argument leads to gunfire in Shannon. Shannon Police Chief Tony Rogers says officers got called to a trailer park on Carl Drive and Barbee Avenue around 6:30 a.m. Investigators say 31-year-old Dravis Holmes allegedly shot and killed 39-year-old Taneka Garth from Shannon. Lee County Coroner Carolyn Green says…
Scholarships continue Hudson’s legacy
LOUISVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – A nonprofit in Louisville that works to maintain the history and heritage of the Louisville Colored High School is honoring a beloved coach through the donation of two scholarships. Coach Harold Hudson was more than just a coach; he was a father figure, a big brother, a person who wanted to see people do good and…
Local judge hosts free legal clinic for community
WEST POINT, Miss. (WCBI) – Legal services can be expensive, and costs are typically top of mind for most people when it comes to accessibility. That’s why 14th Judicial Chancery Court District Judge Paula Drungole-Ellis holds a free annual law clinic to help people with their legal needs. “We are so glad to have the opportunity to give back to…
Local organizations partner to host food drive
CALEDONIA, Miss. (WCBI) – Area organizations are always working to help those in need. In Lowndes County, three organizations came together to serve the Caledonia area. Julia Chavez with Saving Grace Mission says they wanted to help by providing food for those in need. “We are giving away probably about 250 pounds of food today, and it was given by…
Rain through Saturday
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Rain chances overnight and into the weekend. Next week will be drier and hot again. FRIDAY NIGHT: Heavy clouds and scattered showers will continue through our Friday night. Overnight low temperatures will drop into the middle 70s. SATURDAY: A cold front will gradually be moving in from the West as we go throughout the day. Ahead…