Category Archives: WJTV

Trial begins for man accused of killing Jackson State student in 2022
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The trial is underway for the man accused of killing a Jackson State University (JSU) student in 2022. Randall Smith, of New Orleans, is accused of killing Flynn Brown, 22, of ...
Mercy Rain Apr 08, 2026

Ceasefire threatened as Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, Israel expands Lebanon strikes
A ceasefire deal to pause the war in Iran appeared to hang by a thread Wednesday after the Islamic Republic closed the Strait of Hormuz again in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon. The White House...
The Associated Press Apr 08, 2026

Natchez community mourns loss of retired educator found deceased in home
NATCHEZ, Miss. (WJTV) - The Natchez community is in shock after a retired educator was found deceased inside of her home. Adams County Sheriff Travis patten said Lana Brown Bradley was found deceased ...
Kaitlin Howell Apr 07, 2026

Driver wanted after hitting Hattiesburg school bus
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) - Hattiesburg police said they're are searching for a driver, who was captured on video hitting a school bus and leaving the scene. The hit-and-run crash occurred in the 3600...
Kaitlin Howell Apr 07, 2026

Gluckstadt police arrest man after chase in stolen vehicle
GLUCKSTADT, Miss. (WJTV) - Gluckstadt police announced a man was arrested after a chase involving a stolen vehicle. According to officers, they received a report of a carjacked silver Honda CR-V, whic...
Kaitlin Howell Apr 07, 2026

Jackson misses deadline to appeal JXN Water rate hike
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Jackson City Council missed a deadline to appeal the JXN Water rate increase. Councilman Kenneth Stokes, Ward 3, blamed City Attorney Drew Martin on missing the March 24 de...
Marie Mennefield Apr 07, 2026

Trump suspends attacks on Iran for 2 weeks amid negotiations
President Trump said Tuesday that he would "suspend" an escalation of attacks on Iran for two weeks as long as Iran agrees to open the Strait of Hormuz. In a Truth Social post less than two hours befo...
Mallory Wilson Apr 07, 2026

Jackson faces major budget shortfall
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson city leaders are grappling with a major budget shortfall as officials work to get a clear picture of the city's finances. Jackson Mayor John Horhn said the deficit has ...
Marie Mennefield Apr 07, 2026

Social Security beneficiaries warned of scam that can lead to 'devastating financial losses'
The Social Security Administration has warned beneficiaries of an impersonation scam with devastating consequences for retirees.
Jeremy Tanner Apr 07, 2026

Wesson man charged with sexual battery in Rankin County
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - Rankin County deputies announced a Wesson man was arrested and charged with one count of sexual battery. Investigator Tyler Burnell, with the Rankin County Sheriff's Offi...
Kaitlin Howell Apr 07, 2026
