Category Archives: WJTV
Two $2 million lottery prizes won in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - In just two nights, players in Mississippi scored two separate $2 million prizes in Mega Millions and Powerball. A player also won the Mississippi Match 5 $60,000 jackpot. On A...
Aug 28, 2025
Gun used in murder of Emmett Till on display at Two Mississippi Museums
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Officials with the Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH) announced that the gun used in the 1955 murder of 14-year-old Emmett Till and the weapon's holster have...
Aug 28, 2025
Claire’s to close three stores in Mississippi
(KTLA) -- Yet another major shopping mall retailer has announced it will close many stores as it navigates Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Claire's, a fashion and jewelry chain aimed at teen and "tween" girls,...
Aug 28, 2025
Leaders, family mark 70th anniversary of Emmett Till's murder
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - In honor of Emmett Till and to commemorate the 70th anniversary of his murder in Mississippi, leaders and family members gathered at the State Capitol to recognize his impact a...
Aug 28, 2025
Another wounded victim identified in Minneapolis Catholic church shooting
RICHFIELD, Minn. (AP/NEXSTAR) - Another person who was injured in Wednesday's shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis has been identified, the city announced Thursday. City officials ...
Aug 28, 2025
18-wheeler catches fire on I-55 in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson firefighters responded to an 18-wheeler fire on August 28, 2025. The fire occurred on Interstate 55 at Waterworks Curve. Division Fire Chief Charles Felton said there w...
Aug 28, 2025
State Health Officer discusses public health emergency on infant mortality
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Mississippi is facing an infant mortality crisis, and the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) declared a public health emergency in response to the deaths. According ...
Aug 27, 2025
Lawmakers hear from Jackson mayor on revitalization
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The House Select Committee on Capital and Metro Revitalization heard from city and local law enforcement leaders on resources they could use from the state. The committee wante...
Aug 27, 2025
Man killed in 'targeted' shooting in Rankin County, authorities say
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - Rankin County deputies are investigating after a 36-year-old man was killed in a "targeted" shooting. Deputies responded to a home on Highway 80 between Brandon and Pelah...
Aug 27, 2025
MHP plans high-visibility patrols for Labor Day travel period
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) will take part in the 2025 Labor Day holiday travel period. The travel period will begin on August 29 at 6:00 a.m. and conclude on Septembe...
Aug 27, 2025