Category Archives: WJTV

New Jackson police chief wants to prioritize safety, tech upgrades
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - April 1, 2026, marked the start for Jackson's new police chief, Dr. RaShall Brackney. Many residents are excited for change to come to the capital city. Safety is a major conce...
Ashton Southern Apr 01, 2026

Mississippi governor signs bill to require verifying citizenship in voter registration process
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Gov. Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) signed a bill that adds new citizenship verification requirements to Mississippi's voter registration process. Senate Bill 2588, also known as the SH...
Tommy West Apr 01, 2026

Trump addresses nation on Iran war in first prime-time speech since launching strikes 4 weeks ago
President Donald Trump is set to address the nation on Wednesday with an "important update" on the Iran War.
The Associated Press Apr 01, 2026

Carroll County wildfire is 90% contained
CARROLL COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - The Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) announced the Big Hungry Fire in Carroll County was 90% contained as of March 31, 2026. Officials said air support concluded it...
Tommy West Apr 01, 2026

Bribery trial for Banks, Lumumba and Owens to remain in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The federal trial for Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens, former Jackson Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba and former City Councilman Aaron Banks will remain in Jackson. During a ...
Kaitlin Howell Apr 01, 2026

LIVE COVERAGE: Countdown to NASA's historic Artemis II launch
NASA is set to make history Wednesday now that the launch window has opened, clearing the way for the long-awaited Artemis II mission to lift off.
Addy Bink Apr 01, 2026

Manhunt ends in arrest of Vicksburg man wanted for homicide
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) - Louisiana State Police announced three people, including a Vicksburg man who was wanted for a homicide, were arrested after a manhunt. On March 31, 2026, Warren County deputi...
Kaitlin Howell Apr 01, 2026

Attacks persist across the Mideast as Trump threatens escalation
President Trump again made contradictory statements about whether he was ready to wind down the war or escalate it.
Jon Gambrell, David Rising, and The Associated Press Apr 01, 2026

Attala County community turns to faith after string of violent crimes
ATTALA COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - The Attala County community came together Tuesday evening after a string of violent incidents, turning to faith and each other for strength. The recent crime has left man...
Jaylin Thornton Mar 31, 2026

Sheriff Tyree Jones reflects on time as Jackson police chief
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - For the past seven months, Tyree Jones has served a dual role as both chief of police for the Jackson Police Department (JPD) and as the Hinds County sheriff. On March 31, 2026...
Mercy Rain Mar 31, 2026
