Category Archives: WJTV
Mississippi has 3 contested US House races and 1 incumbent without a challenger
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Mississippi has three contested U.S. House elections and one incumbent who will win another term with no opposition in the general election. HOUSE DISTRICT 1 FILE - U.S. Rep. Tre...
Nov 01, 2024
Truck carrying oversized load gets stuck under bridge on I-20
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Crews worked to clear a wreck on Interstate 20 after a truck carrying an oversized load got stuck under a bridge. The incident occurred on I-20 West at the I-220 North exit in ...
Nov 01, 2024
Court confirms federal takeover of a Mississippi jail but limits power over budget
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - An appeals court says a federal receiver can proceed with a takeover of a Mississippi jail where a judge found unconstitutional conditions and "a stunning array of assa...
Nov 01, 2024
Simpson County coach charged with sexual battery
SIMPSON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - A Simpson County coach has been charged with two counts of sexual battery. Simpson County deputies said Sammy Byther was arrested on October 31 following a probable caus...
Nov 01, 2024
Jackson State announces contract extension for T.C. Taylor
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson State University (JSU) leaders announced a contract extension for head football coach T.C. Taylor on Friday, November 1. The Tigers are currently 6-2 for their overall ...
Nov 01, 2024
Clay sworn in as new Jackson City Council member
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Montyne "Tina" Clay was sworn in on Friday as the newest member of the Jackson City Council. Clay was elected to represent Jackson's Ward 2 after former Jackson City Counc...
Nov 01, 2024
Three men arrested in Mississippi after police find $115,000 in fraudulent checks
RICHLAND, Miss. (WJTV) - Richland police announced three Florida men were arrested after authorities intercepted more than $115,000 in fraudulent checks. Investigators said members of the Pearl-Richla...
Nov 01, 2024
Mississippi woman charged after alleged 'suicide pact' with child
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - An Ocean Springs woman was charged with felony child abuse after she allegedly participated in a "suicide pact" with her 10-year-old daughter. WXXV reported Brittney Hen...
Nov 01, 2024
Board approves two new Mississippi charter schools
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - On Monday, October 28, the Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board (MCSAB) approved the establishment of two new charter schools. Officials said the approvals include Missi...
Nov 01, 2024
Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: November 1-3
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you'll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (November 1-3) around Mississippi. Cen...
Nov 01, 2024