Author Archives: Syndicated Content

JSU announces three 2026 spring commencement ceremonies
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson State University (JSU) will celebrate the Class of 2026 with three spring commencement ceremonies. Nearly 900 graduates are expected to walk the stage to receive their ...
Kaitlin Howell Apr 16, 2026

Mississippi man convicted in undercover child solicitation operation
POPLARVILLE, Miss. (WHLT) - Louisiana prosecutors announced a Mississippi man was convicted for computer-aided solicitation of a minor. According to the Office of the District Attorney for the 22nd Ju...
Sethanie Smith Apr 16, 2026

How safe are Mississippi roads this summer? New study finds the safest states for drivers
A new MoneyGeek study finds the 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are becoming less deadly.
Nick Jachim Apr 16, 2026

Man charged with arson for incident near grandmother's Jackson home
Editor's Note: The story has been updated with additional information from the Jackson Fire Department. JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson firefighters announced a man was arrested and charged with arson...
Kaitlin Howell Apr 16, 2026

6ix9ine Gives $25,000 to Two Deserving Families
Tekashi gives to families in need. Continue reading…
C. Vernon Coleman II Apr 16, 2026

Victoria Cox sentenced in connection with 2024 Louisiana kidnapping
A Loranger woman is set to serve 60 years in prison for her involvement in the 2024 kidnapping of a 6-year-old girl and the murder of the girl's little sister.
Alana Thompson Apr 16, 2026

Israel's Netanyahu says he agrees to 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon
Israel agreed Thursday to a 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon, a truce that could pause fighting with the Hezbollah militant group and boost attempts to extend the ceasefire between Iran, the United States ...
The Associated Press Apr 16, 2026

New Yazoo City mayor outlines city priorities
YAZOO CITY, Miss. (WJTV) - Just days into the job, new Yazoo City Mayor Macklyn Austin has outlined a plan focused on public safety and economic growth. Growing up in the city and serving as alderman,...
Mercy Rain Apr 15, 2026

Prosecutors Argue Big30 Is a Flight Risk Due to Record Label Deal
Big30 is still locked up. Continue reading…
Trent Fitzgerald Apr 15, 2026

Domestic violence suspect arrested after Ridgeland standoff
RIDGELAND, Miss. (WJTV) - Ridgeland police announced a domestic violence suspect was arrested after barricading himself inside an attic. Ridgeland Police Chief Brian Myers said dispatch received a cal...
Kaitlin Howell Apr 15, 2026
