Category Archives: WJTV
Man crashes vehicle, attempts to steal victim's car in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A man tried to steal the car of someone who stopped to help him after a crash, Jackson police said. The incident happened along Elton Road on Sunday, May 25. Man found dead aft...
May 25, 2025
There's a specific way to fly your US flag on Memorial Day: What to know
(NEXSTAR) - Since it was established, Memorial Day has had a clear purpose: giving Americans a day to honor those who have died in American wars. Unlike other holidays, its significance also comes wit...
May 25, 2025
Reservoir police chief emphasizes boat safety on holiday weekend
MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - If you plan to spend your Memorial Day weekend at the Reservoir, authorities said boating safety should be your top priority. Reservoir Police Chief Carlos DiPuma said b...
May 24, 2025
Man found dead after Jackson house fire
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A man was found deceased after firefighters responded to a house fire in Jackson. The incident occurred on North Sunset Terrace off of Terry Road on Saturday, May 24. Two found...
May 24, 2025
Two found dead in North Mississippi, one in custody
LEE COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - A Lee County resident was arrested after two people were found deceased, authorities said. Lee County Sheriff Jim Johnson said investigators received a report around 3:30 p....
May 24, 2025
Owner of Mississippi club says man's beating not a hate crime
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. - The owner of Holly Springs night spot C.J.'s Lounge is speaking out about an incident that gained his business unwanted attention. Chevez Fitzpatrick says the reported beating o...
May 24, 2025
Texas man pleads guilty to SNAP benefits fraud
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A Texas man pled guilty in federal court to stealing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits intended for low-income families. Acting U.S. Attorney Patrick A....
May 24, 2025
Judge rejects Mississippi's bid to dismiss Jackson airport suit
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - On Friday, U.S. District Judge Carlton Reeves denied the State of Mississippi's motion to dismiss a lawsuit challenging the state's efforts to take over the Jackson-Medgar Wile...
May 23, 2025
Father of 4 detained by ICE at citizenship interview after living in US for 12 years
Related video: White House defends deportation of children born in the U.S. (KTLA) - A 31-year-old Danish national who was going through the naturalization process after living in the U.S. for more th...
May 23, 2025
Mississippi governor to call special session for budget vote
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Governor Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) said he plans to call a special session to address the state's budget for Fiscal Year 2026. Now that we've reached an agreement on the budget, to...
May 23, 2025