Category Archives: WJTV
Jackson police work to protect drivers after recent interstate shootings
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Jackson Police Department (JPD) continues to commit to a better future for the residents of Jackson. Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade said the advancements in manpower, tec...
Oct 16, 2024
Hinds County Election Commission prepares for 2024 General Election
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The November General Election is quickly approaching. In Mississippi, the ballot feature will feature the presidential race, congressional races and races for the Mississippi S...
Oct 16, 2024
Woman killed during Edwards crash
EDWARDS, Miss. (WJTV) - A woman was killed during a crash in Edwards. The crash occurred on Old Port Gibson Road near Old Number 3 on Wednesday, October 16. Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones said witne...
Oct 16, 2024
3 die after Strong River bridge collapses in Mississippi
Editor's Note: This article has been updated to clarify the number of people the Simpson County sheriff said were injured during the collapse of the Strong River bridge. SIMPSON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) -...
Oct 16, 2024
Vicksburg police arrest 3rd suspect for Speed Street shooting
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) - A third suspect has been arrested in connection to a shooting on Speed Street in Vicksburg. Police said Corey Wilson, 23, of Vicksburg, appeared in Vicksburg Municipal Court ...
Oct 16, 2024
Man falsely accused of killing JSU student sues university, others
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The family of the man who was falsely accused of killing a Jackson State University (JSU) student in 2023 filed a lawsuit against the university and other officials. According ...
Oct 16, 2024
Man accused of firing shots at 18-wheeler driver in Jackson injured in officer-involved shooting
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A suspect was injured during an officer-involved shooting in Jackson after he allegedly fired shots at an 18-wheeler driver. Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade said the shooting ...
Oct 15, 2024
Mississippi lawmakers hold hearing on TANF reform
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Mississippi Senate and Democratic Caucuses held a meeting on Tuesday to discuss the misuse of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds. Members of the caucuses ...
Oct 15, 2024
Woman charged with firing shots from vehicle on I-220
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson police arrested a woman after she allegedly fired shots from a vehicle on I-220. The incident occurred Tuesday afternoon on I-220 near Industrial Drive. Detective Tommi...
Oct 15, 2024
Woman accused of shooting man during fight in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A woman was arrested after she allegedly shot a man in Jackson. Detective Tommie Brown said the shooting happened in the 2500 block of Williamson Avenue on Tuesday, October 15....
Oct 15, 2024