WCBI-TV (Columbus, MS)

WCBI – TV holds the distinction of being the inaugural television station in North Mississippi. It officially started broadcasting on July 13, 1956, thanks to Birney Imes, Jr., who owned the station. Initially, WCBI operated from a set of concrete block buildings situated in a pasture to the east of Columbus, right along Highway 12.

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Midday (Antique Shop Expansion) - 06/25/25

2 days ago | wcbi.com | Grace Brister

Midday (Antique Shop Expansion) – 06/25/25 Today on Midday, Grace talks to Lisa Halverson about her Shop’s Expansion. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X. Tags: Columbus, county, kealy-shields, local, lowndes, midday, Mississippi, news, of, state, wcbi
man charged with alleged domestic violence in Oxford

2 days ago | wcbi.com | Grace Brister

OXFORD, Miss. (WCBI) – The Oxford Police Department made arrests for alleged domestic violence. On June 14, the Oxford PD was called about a disturbance involving domestic violence at an apartment complex. Officers found the victim in need of medical attention. The suspect, 27-year-old Javarus Henderson of Oxford, was detained and taken into custody. Henderson was charged with Domestic Violence – Aggravated Assault. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X.
Man faces felony fleeing charges in Tupelo

2 days ago | wcbi.com | Grace Brister

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – Tupelo Police have arrested a man charged with felony fleeing. On June 21, at around 2 am, officers made a traffic stop on Ewell Avenue for traffic and equipment violations. The vehicle initially came to a stop, but as officers approached, the vehicle fled the scene. After a pursuit, the suspect’s vehicle hit a house on Thomas Street, causing minor damage to the home. The driver ran and was then taken into custody nearby. 32-year-old Jager S.
Midday (Lowndes Co. Foundation Fundraiser) - 06/24/25

3 days ago | wcbi.com | Grace Brister

Midday (Lowndes Co. Foundation Fundraiser) – 06/24/25 Today on Midday, our Grace Brister talks to Chanley Rainey and Tyler Covington from the Lowndes Community Foundation about their first big fundraiser coming up in July. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X. Tags: Columbus, county, kealy-shields, local, lowndes, midday, Mississippi, news, of, state, wcbi
An update on WCBI's Viewers' Choice Awards

4 days ago | wcbi.com | Grace Brister

WCBI wants to thank you for making the 2025 Viewer’s Choice Awards a success with your nominations and votes for your favorite businesses, people, and places in North Mississippi and West Alabama. You have another chance to see the Viewer’s Choice Awards shows THIS week, June 23-27, at 9 am on WCBI. Watch tomorrow to see who won. For 24/7 news and updates, follow us on Facebook and X.
man arrested for alleged credit card fraud in Tupelo

4 days ago | wcbi.com | Grace Brister

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – The Tupelo Police Department made an arrest for alleged credit card fraud. Earlier this month, officers responded to Comfort Suites about a stolen wallet. According to Tupelo PD, the victim said they dropped their wallet in the parking lot of the business. The victim later received notification that a credit card from their wallet had been used at several locations in Tupelo. After further investigation, 48-year-old Clinton D.
Extreme heat ahead: How to beat the heat

1 week ago | wcbi.com | Grace Brister

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Beginning this weekend, heat indices in the triple digits, and you’ll need to be prepared, especially if you’ve got outdoor plans. Certain parts of our area are already under a heat advisory. Columbus Fire and Rescue Battalion Chief Chip Kain knows firsthand how dangerous extreme heat can be. When he was younger, he was working outside in the summer heat without water. “The next morning, I woke up nauseous, aching, and cramping,” Kain said.
UTV crash in Artesia claims the life of a young man

1 week ago | wcbi.com | Joey Barnes

LOWNDES COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A young man died after a UTV crashed in Artesia this afternoon. The one vehicle accident happened on Roberts Street just after 2:30 pm. Witnesses, volunteer firefighters, deputies, and EMS tried to save him right after the crash. Lowndes County deputies are investigating the UTV. The person’s name has not been officially released at this time.
Mobile home fire in Oktibbeha County now under investigation

1 week ago | wcbi.com | Grace Brister

OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Another fire is under investigation in Oktibbeha County. This one happened in the 400 block of Maben-Bell Schoolhouse Road on Tuesday afternoon. Oktibbeha County Fire Coordinator Patrick Warner said firefighters arrived to find flames in the back bedroom of the mobile home. Once the fire was out, it was clear the home was destroyed. No one was injured. Maben and Adaton Volunteer Firefighters put out the blaze.
An update on WCBI's Viewers' Choice Awards

1 week ago | wcbi.com | Grace Brister

WCBI wants to thank you for making the 2025 Viewer’s Choice Awards a success with your nominations and votes for your favorite businesses, people, and places in North Mississippi and West Alabama. You have another chance to see the Viewer’s Choice Awards shows next week, June 23-27, at 9 am on WCBI.