Category Archives: WJTV
Man arrested for felony shoplifting in Gluckstadt
GLUCKSTADT, Miss. (WJTV) - A man, who is suspected of several thefts across the Jackson-metro area, was arrested on a felony shoplifting charge. Gluckstadt police said Darrell Darnell Carter was recen...
May 15, 2025
When will applications open for 2025 Public Waters alligator season in Mississippi?
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Alligator hunters, mark your calendars! The draw application period for the 2025 Public Waters alligator season in Mississippi will open on June 2 and close on June 11. Accordi...
May 15, 2025
Jackson City Council reviews solid waste plan
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Jackson City Council held a Public Works Committee meeting to discuss the resolution to adopt the 2025 Solid Waste Management Plan. The city is required to develop a new pl...
May 15, 2025
Walmart raising prices due to tariff costs
NEW YORK (AP) - Walmart's first-quarter profit slipped, and it said it must raise prices due to higher costs from tariffs implemented by President Donald Trump. The nation's largest retailer...
May 15, 2025
Jackson carjacking suspects wanted after fleeing crash scene
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson police are searching for two carjacking suspects after a crash. Detective Tommie Brown, with the Jackson Police Department (JPD), said the suspects carjacked a vehicle ...
May 14, 2025
Natchez church seeks donations to rebuild after storm
NATCHEZ, Miss. (WJTV) - Severe weather damaged a historic church in Natchez. The congregation of Bright Star Missionary Baptist Church is seeking help to repair their sanctuary. The storm damaged the ...
May 14, 2025
Pipe leak causes issues for Pearl River Valley customers
MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - Officials said a leaking pipe has caused issues for Pearl River Valley Water Supply District (PRVWSD) customers. Around 11:00 a.m. on May 14, officials said employees an...
May 14, 2025
MDOT faces shutdown risk amid budget delays
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is bracing for a potential shutdown. MDOT will begin sending out a 45-day notice on May 15 ahead of the new fiscal year, whi...
May 14, 2025
Canton mayor's security plan draws mixed reactions from residents
CANTON, Miss. (WJTV) - Canton leaders are working to tackle a recent wave of violence across the city, but not all residents are on board with the plan. In an effort to combat the violence, Canton May...
May 14, 2025
Man sentenced for killing woman in Jackson, dumping body in Louisiana
HINDS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - A man was found guilty of killing a woman in Jackson and dumping her body in Louisiana. Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens said Ryan Christopher Hopkins was convict...
May 14, 2025