Category Archives: WJTV
#HEYJBLIVE: Discussing Helene's latest track, models on Tracking the Tropics
Helene is expected to intensify and impact Florida as a major Category 3 hurricane. WFLA's Max Defender 8 weather team is working to keep you informed ahead of the oncoming storm. Watch live Tracking ...
Sep 25, 2024
Mississippi policy summit focuses on tax reform
FLOWOOD, Miss. (WJTV) - The Mississippi Legislature may not be in session, but that's not stopping lawmakers from talking about tax reform. The lawmakers gathered for a policy summit on Tuesday at the...
Sep 24, 2024
Jackson to fight takeover of Smith-Wills Stadium
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The City of Jackson will not turn over the deed to Smith-Wills stadium to the state. During the City Council meeting on Tuesday, members discussed Attorney General Lynn Fitch's...
Sep 24, 2024
Simpson Academy student killed during ATV crash
SIMPSON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - Students and teachers at Simpson Academy are remembering the life of a student who was killed during at ATV accident. Authorities said Ayden Temple, 13, was riding an AT...
Sep 24, 2024
Man reported missing in Lawrence County found dead
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - A man who was reported missing in Lawrence County has been found deceased. Lawrence County Sheriff Ryan Everett said the remains of Gregory Varnado were located on Sept...
Sep 24, 2024
Jackson City Council votes to demolish Hotel O
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The City of Jackson is closer to tearing down an eyesore. City officials said Hotel O, located off Interstate 55, has been a hub for illegal dumping and other foul practices. T...
Sep 24, 2024
Appeals court upholds judgment for accomplice in Party City murder
MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - The Mississippi Court of Appeals affirmed the judgment of a circuit court in the case of a former Party City employee, who pled guilty in connection to a fatal shooting ...
Sep 24, 2024
What can you expect at the 2024 Mississippi State Fair?
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Rides and vendors have arrived at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds for the 165th Mississippi State Fair. The 2024 Mississippi State Fair is scheduled to run Thursday, October ...
Sep 24, 2024
Man accused of shooting cousin in Jefferson County
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - Jefferson County deputies arrested a man after he allegedly shot his cousin. The shooting happened in the McNair community shortly after 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Septembe...
Sep 24, 2024
No gun found at Callaway High after fight among students
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson police responded to a local high school after a fight among students. The fight occurred at Callaway High School on Tuesday, September 24. Officials with the Jackson Pu...
Sep 24, 2024