Category Archives: WJTV

Want cheaper gas? Here's the best day to fill up in Mississippi
Sunday is the cheapest day to buy gas in most states - but not everywhere.
Andrew Dorn Feb 21, 2026

Mississippi ABC warehouse delays impact Jackson restaurants
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Many businesses across Mississippi are feeling the strain from the Mississippi Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) warehouse backlog. The Mayflower Cafe in Jackson is known to carry...
Jaylin Thornton Feb 20, 2026

Runners gear up for 2026 Mississippi Blues Marathon
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The 2026 Mississippi Blues Marathon will be held on Saturday in the capital city. Runners are excited for Saturday's race. They said training for the race is just as important ...
Acie Lewis Feb 20, 2026

Agencies not following cybersecurity rules: State Auditor
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Cyberattacks are becoming more common in the digital age. The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC), the largest hospital in the state, was hit by a cybersecurity att...
Cameron Smith Feb 20, 2026

Body discovered on College Hill Drive in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson police are investigating after a body was found Friday afternoon. Hinds County Coroner Jeramiah Howard said the body of a male was found on College Hill Drive on Februa...
Kaitlin Howell Feb 20, 2026

$2.67B settlement payout: Blue Cross Blue Shield customers to receive compensation
Millions of Americans who previously had health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield Association may soon receive settlement payments as a part of a massive $2.67 billion class-action agreement re...
Jaylan Wright Feb 20, 2026

Biloxi man sentenced for child exploitation after undercover operation
BILOXI, Miss. (WJTV) - Attorney General Lynn Fitch (R-Miss.) announced a Biloxi man was sentenced for distribution and possession of child sexual abuse material. She said Steven Dessino, 46, was sente...
Sethanie Smith Feb 20, 2026

Jackson man sentenced for auto theft that led to chase
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A Jackson man was sentenced for auto theft following an incident that led to a high-speed chase. Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens said JaWayne Carter, 32, was sentence...
Tommy West Feb 20, 2026

UMMC continues recovery efforts after cyberattack, FBI assisting
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Officials with the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) said teams are still working "around the clock" in response to a cyberattack on February 19, 2026. They said ...
Kaitlin Howell Feb 20, 2026

Jackson residents concerned about abandoned apartment complex
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Residents in South Jackson said an abandoned apartment complex has become a growing safety concern. The residents said conditions at Blossom Apartments have continued to deteri...
Jaylin Thornton Feb 20, 2026
