Category Archives: WJTV
Detention hearing held for Rankin County teen charged in mother's death
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - The Rankin County teenager who allegedly killed her mother and injured her step-father during a shooting in Rankin County appeared in court on Tuesday, June 4. ...
Jun 04, 2024
Tracking the Tropics: Why is the anticipated busy season so quiet right now?
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- With the start of hurricane season comes the start of Tracking the Tropics' sixth season. You can watch Nexstar's interactive streaming show on Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. ET (11:30 C...
Jun 04, 2024
Glider pilot speaks out after landing in Reservoir
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The pilot of the glider that ended up in the Ross Barnett Reservoir spoke to WJTV 12 News about the incident. Bob Herndon, 89, said he took off from the Woodbridge Airport in R...
Jun 04, 2024
Driver killed in crash on I-55 in Madison
MADISON, Miss. (WJTV) - A driver was killed during a crash on Interstate 55 in Madison. The crash happened just before 10:30 p.m. on Monday, June 3 on I-55 northbound near mile marker 109. Georgia mot...
Jun 04, 2024
Man shot, killed while sitting inside car in Lexington
LEXINGTON, Miss. (WJTV) - Lexington police are investigating after a man was shot and killed. The shooting happened on Sunday, June 2 just before 10:45 p.m. in the 200 block of Clifton Street. Jackson...
Jun 03, 2024
Jackson neighbors concerned about recent carjackings
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - After a string of recent crimes on Jayne Avenue, neighbors spoke out about what they believe should be done in Jackson. May came to an end with two carjackings just six days ap...
Jun 03, 2024
Repairs underway at Hinds County Courthouse
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Repairs to the Hinds County Courthouse in Jackson are underway. The preliminary repairs included removing carpet from the courtroom. Officials expect full assessments and repai...
Jun 03, 2024
Suspect identified after Jackson man shot, killed inside home
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson police have identified a suspect after a man was found shot to death inside a home. Detective Tommie Brown said Stephen Barber is wanted for murder and aggravated assau...
Jun 03, 2024
Check out the new Mississippi driver's license design
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Officials with the Mississippi Department of Public Safety (DPS) Driver Service Bureau announced a new Mississippi driver's license design. The new design showcases various ico...
Jun 03, 2024
Man charged with shooting woman in head at Jackson gas station
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson police arrested a man for allegedly shooting a woman in the head at a gas station. Detective Tommie Brown said the suspect, Harold Stiff, was arrested and charged with ...
Jun 03, 2024