Category Archives: WJTV
Ex-Hernando school resource officer arrested on rape, battery charges
HERNANDO, Miss. - A former school resource officer with Hernando Police has been arrested on charges of rape and sexual battery, District Attorney Matthew Barton said. Hosie Porter turned himself into...
Oct 01, 2024
Pedestrian hit, killed on I-55 South Frontage Road in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson police are investigating after a pedestrian was hit and killed. The incident occurred on I-55 South Frontage Road near Elton Road just before 7:00 p.m. on Monday, Septe...
Sep 30, 2024
Favre tries to expand his defamation lawsuit against Mississippi auditor over welfare spending
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre is trying to expand his defamation lawsuit against Mississippi Auditor Shad White to include a book White wrote about the missp...
Sep 30, 2024
How do you report election crimes to the FBI?
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Officials with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Justice Department said they're committed to protecting your vote through free and fair elections. The U.S. Att...
Sep 30, 2024
Jackson files complaint in Smith-Wills Stadium fight
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A legal battle is brewing between the City of Jackson and the state of Mississippi. The city said they will not turn over Smith-Wills Stadium's deed to the state following a le...
Sep 30, 2024
Hinds County coroner announces retirement after 25 years of service
HINDS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - Hinds County Coroner Sharon Grisham-Stewart announced her retirement effective December 31, 2024. She has served the community for 25 years. "It has been my absolute honor...
Sep 30, 2024
Two teens charged with firing shots into Jackson crowd
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson police arrested two teenagers after they allegedly fired shots into a crowd during a gathering. The shooting occurred in the 3600 block of South Frontage Road on Saturd...
Sep 30, 2024
Donate today to help Red Cross efforts across 10 states
(NEXSTAR) - Days after Hurricane Helene's deadly force tore a path north from the Gulf Coast, many Americans remained without power, water and other basic necessities. The hurricane's destructive path...
Sep 30, 2024
Know before you go: A guide to the 165th Mississippi State Fair
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The 165th Mississippi State Fair will take place October 3-14 at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds in Jackson. Fairgoers can continue to expect the best of carnival rides ...
Sep 30, 2024
When will there be lane closures on U.S. 49 in Rankin County?
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - Safety improvements will be made to U.S. 49 in Rankin County. According to the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT), there will be alternating lane closures be...
Sep 30, 2024