Category Archives: WJTV
Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: November 7-9
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you'll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (November 7-9) around Mississippi. Cen...
Nov 07, 2025
Mississippi's PERS faces $26 billion debt
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Mississippi Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) is $26 billion in the hole. According to state leaders, PERS has racked up this debt from decisions made by lawmakers...
Nov 06, 2025
'Big boom sound': Explosion at Yazoo County plant under investigation
YAZOO COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - A chemical explosion at the CF Industries plant in Yazoo County sent shockwaves through the community on November 5, 2025. The explosion released a cloud of orange smoke a...
Nov 06, 2025
Community honors Hinds County sergeant killed in shooting
HINDS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - Family and friends gathered to honor the life of a Hinds County sergeant, who was killed in Jackson. A balloon release for Sgt. James Dotson, Jr., 32, was held at the Hind...
Nov 06, 2025
Madison teacher honored with Milken Educator Award
MADISON, Miss. (WJTV) - A Madison teacher received the prestigious Milken Educator Award on November 6, 2025. According to officials, Mannsdale Upper Elementary School third grade teacher&nb...
Nov 06, 2025
Man arrested for fire at girlfriend's Vicksburg home
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) - Vicksburg police announced a man was arrested after a fire at his girlfriend's home. The incident occurred in the 1400 block of High Street on November 1, 2025. Woman injured...
Nov 06, 2025
Here are the 40 airports on FAA's preliminary list for cuts, reductions amid shutdown
Many of the largest airports across the country will see a noticeable reduction in flight offerings starting Friday, as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) implements new steps to maintain air s...
Nov 06, 2025
Woman injured, man charged with arson in Jackson house fire
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A man was arrested and a woman was injured after a house fire in Jackson. The fire occurred in the 200 block of Louisiana Avenue after 11:30 p.m. on November 5, 2025. Multiple ...
Nov 06, 2025
Third escaped monkey recovered alive after Jasper County crash
JASPER COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) - The third monkey that escaped after a crash in Jasper County was recovered alive. According to the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks (MDWFP), the ...
Nov 06, 2025
Most-prescribed drug in America recalled: How to tell if your medication is impacted
(NEXSTAR) - More than 140,000 bottles of a popular drug prescribed to reduce cholesterol have been recalled for a defect that could make the medication less effective. Ascend Laboratories, LLC, a New ...
Nov 06, 2025