Category Archives: WJTV
Mississippi schools closed on May 7 due to storm damage
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - The Lawrence County School District announced schools and offices will be closed on May 7, 2026. According to the district, there were reports of widespread downed tree...
May 06, 2026
Man arrested after two shot in vehicle in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson police announced a man was arrested for shooting two others while they were in a vehicle. The shooting occurred in the 5000 block of Shaw Road just before 9:30 p.m. on ...
May 06, 2026
People trapped after storms move through Mississippi
UPDATE: JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Lincoln County EOC reported there were no fatalities from Wednesday night's storm. "We have no one missing that we are aware of and crews are out checking areas. Pl...
May 06, 2026
Three Jackson firefighters placed on administrative leave
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Three Jackson firefighters have been placed on administrative leave. According to the City of Jackson, the three firefighters visited a downtown Jackson establishment during th...
May 06, 2026
Mississippians frustrated with high gas prices
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - As tensions between the United States and Iran continue, gas prices are climbing across Mississippi, leaving many residents feeling the financial pressure. According to AAA, th...
May 06, 2026
Pawn shops see increase in people wanting quick cash
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - As prices for everyday necessities continue to rise, employees at local pawn shops said more people are turning to them for quick cash. Employees said customers are coming in t...
May 06, 2026
Safe rooms open in Mississippi due to severe weather on May 6
PEARL, Miss. (WJTV) - The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) announced several shelters and safe rooms have opened due to the possibility of severe weather on May 6, 2026. Forrest County J...
May 06, 2026
Mississippi schools announce early dismissals due to severe weather on May 6
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Some Mississippi schools announced early dismissals for students on May 6, 2026, due to the possibility of severe weather. Canton Public School District Jones County School Dis...
May 06, 2026
New shopping center opens in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A new shopping center has opened in Jackson, offering a boost to local businesses and the surrounding community. The IPM Shopping Center, located on Bailey Avenue, brings toget...
May 06, 2026
Mississippi woman charged with leaving child in car to drink at bar
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- An Olive Branch woman has been charged with contributing to the delinquency/neglect of a child after police say she left a child inside her car while she had drinks at a local bar. M...
May 06, 2026