Starkville residents excited for new upcoming look of downtown area
The project, which started in July 2025, is nearing completion and is set to be completed as early as October this year…
Hometown Health Care suffers major damage after partial collapse in Amory
There were no injuries, but an Amory building suffers major damage after a partial collapse…
City of Columbus and MUW team up to help city employees improve their skills and education
The City of Columbus and Mississippi University for Women are teaming up to help city employees improve their skills and education…
Extreme Heat Returns This Weekend
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – High pressure will build over our area throughout the week bringing upper 90’s and triple digits. TONIGHT – Mild temps continue with lows in the mid 70’s. A few showers can linger into the early parts of the evening before clearing up overnight. THIS WEEK – Temps will start in the mid 90’s by Tuesday, but…
Midday (Sister 2 Sister Women’s Conference) – 08/10/26
Today on Midday, Allie talks with Peter’s Rock Family Worship Center Member Janice McGee about the upcoming Sister 2 Sister Women’s Conference…
Mid-Morning (2nd Annual Game Day) – 08/10/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Allie talks with Main Street Columbus Executive Director Barbara Bigelow about the 2nd Annual Game Day!
Hot and Humid August Continues
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) — Southerly flow from the Gulf will continue to bring moisture to NE Mississippi, causing the high humidity and potential for afternoon thunderstorms to remain. MONDAY: While the high temperature will peak around 95°, heat index values are likely to remain at or above 100° all afternoon, maxing out at 107°. Skies will be mostly sunny, except…
Residents on hunt to find new housing after given notice
Tenants in Chateau Maroon, a senior apartment complex in Starkville, have been notified that they have 11 months to find a new place to call home. However, many in Starkville are running into a growing issue…
Rinse and Repeat!
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Not much change in the forecast this week, everyday will be in the 90’s with isolated rain chances. TONIGHT – Overnight and early morning temps will be in the low to mid 70’s with patchy fog. THIS WEEKEND – A pretty summer-like weekend is coming up! Temps will be in the low to middle 90’s with…
Midday (Everyone Deserves to Feel Beautiful) – 08/07/26
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Allie Grace Yates about her initiative…
Pets Without Partners (Regina) – 08/07/26
Today on Pets Without Partners, Kealy talks with Kim Hays about our special guest, Regina…
Motorcyclist killed in a crash in Lowndes County has been identified
We now know the name of the motorcyclist killed in a crash in Lowndes County on Thursday…
Gulf Moisture Returns
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) — As the subtropical high pressure over the Atlantic shifts westward, Gulf moisture returns as southerly flow intensifies — bringing with it high humidity and chances of thunderstorms every afternoon. FRIDAY: The morning will be mostly sunny, but by noon, a 20% chance of thunderstorms will stick around for the rest of the day. These storms will…
Parkview project is progressing
If you’ve driven down Third Street North, you’ve noticed the hillside has gone from green and hilly to completely cleared as work continues on Parkview…
Golden Triangle Trigger Time is preparing to begin training with different agencies, groups, and is also open to the public
In a new simulation, individuals and agencies are now jumping the gun. Chance Roberts has more…
Humidity returns with a chance for rain
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Moisture returns so get ready for the heat and isolated rain chances. THURSDAY NIGHT: It is going to be another mild night, as moisture continues to move in from the South. Passing clouds will be expected with lows dropping into the low to middle 70s. FRIDAY: As moisture levels increase, clouds will start filling up our…
Nearly one year after fatal crash, MDOT plans RCUT
Brian and Melissa Jenkins are reflecting on the past year following the loss of their son, Nicholas.
LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Changes are coming to a dangerous Lowndes County intersection, and for one family, it’s one step closer to getting justice for their son. The end of August will mark a year since Brian and Melissa Jenkins lost their son in a tragic car accident in Lowndes County. On August 30, 2025, Nicholas Jenkins , 23, died…
Columbus celebrates native, JSU President with fundraiser
More than 300 people attend the First Mother's Tea in Columbus.
Fascinators, pearls, elegant dresses, and well-tailored suits. That’s how Mississippians celebrated Columbus native and recently appointed Jackson State University president Dr. Denise Jones Gregory…
Steel Dynamics announces leadership changes for 2027
Although there are four months still left in the year, Steel Dynamics is looking ahead to 2027…
Midday (Columbus Salvation Army Captain Nisha Spears) – 08/06/26
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Salvation Army Columbus chapter Captain Nisha Spears about Spears’ history and impact with the Salvation Army…
Midday (Vernon Back to School Bash) – 08/06/26
Today on Midday, Kealy talks with Vernon Chamber of Commerce President Ginny Chandler about the Vernon Back to School Bash…
Town of Brooksville issues a boil water notice
This boil water notice will affect residents who are on the service but live north of Brooksville…
Earn while they learn, Mechatronic Technology students attend orientation
Some students on East Mississippi Community College’s Campus will soon take their skills in the classroom to industries around the area…
Mid-Morning (100 Women Who Care Impact Award Nominees and Fall Giving Circle) – 08/06/26
Today on Mid-Morning, Kealy talks with 100 Women Who Care members Allison Alexander and Karen Clay about the Impact Award nominees and the Fall Giving Circle…