Category Archives: WJTV
Confusion over Jackson garbage contract
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Judge Jess Dickinson ruled that the contact between the city and Richard's Disposal was void and without a valid contract, the city would not be able to pay Richard's-- who alr...
Apr 04, 2022
Hand sanitizer recalled due to presence of toxic chemicals
(WFXR) - Two hand sanitizer products with Disney branding are being recalled because the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found the presence of benzene and methanol, two toxic chemical compound...
Apr 04, 2022
443 new coronavirus cases, 3 additional deaths in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting 443 new cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Mississippi, along with three additional deaths. The new cases wer...
Apr 04, 2022
Kosciusko police arrest man wanted in Florida
KOSCIUSKO, Miss. (WJTV) - On Saturday, April 2, Kosciusko police arrested a man who was wanted in Florida. Man charged with aggravated drug trafficking in Pike County Officers said James Brandon Mobbs...
Apr 04, 2022
7 families displaced after Jackson apartment fire
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson firefighters are investigating an apartment fire that displaced seven families. The incident happened at the Park at Moss Creek on Ridgewood Road just before 10:00 p.m....
Apr 04, 2022
MEMA reports 21 tornadoes hit state on March 30
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) reported at least 21 tornadoes have been confirmed by the National Weather Service (NWS) for the severe weather event that af...
Apr 04, 2022
CPSO: Toddler pulled from Black Bayou Lake has died
CADDO PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) - A toddler pulled from the water on Black Bayou Lake has died, according to the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office. SPD: 2 toddlers shot, 1 dead in accidental discharge Accor...
Apr 04, 2022
Suspected drug dealer arrested in Jones County
MOSELLE, Miss. (WHLT) - A Moselle man and suspected drug dealer was arrested at a home on Thursday, March 31. Jones County deputies arrested Matthew Logan, 37, after completing a search warrant on the...
Apr 04, 2022
Mississippi city considers cameras to nab uninsured drivers
COLUMBUS, Miss. (AP) - A Mississippi city is considering license plate scanning cameras in an effort to crack down on uninsured drivers. Columbus city leaders recently heard from representatives of At...
Apr 04, 2022
Man charged with aggravated drug trafficking in Pike County
PIKE COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - A man faces multiple charges, including aggravated drug trafficking, following a traffic stop in Pike County. 1 arrested, 1 wanted after Pike County chase Mississippi Highw...
Apr 04, 2022