Category Archives: WJTV
Grass fire causes I-55 closure in Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - A grass fire caused all lanes of Interstate 55 South in Madison County to close on Friday, November 3. Officials with the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT)...
Nov 03, 2023
New officers join Jackson Police Department
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - New Jackson police officers were sworn in on Friday, November 3, 2023. Family and friends gathered at the Jackson Police Training Academy to watch the ceremony. Officials said ...
Nov 03, 2023
Overnight lane closures set for U.S. 80 in Rankin County
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Officials with the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced temporary lane closures in Rankin County. The closures will take place at the intersection of U.S. ...
Nov 03, 2023
Bond set for teens charged in shooting near William Carey
FORREST COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) - Bond has been set for the two suspects accused of firing shots near William Carey University (WCU) in Hattiesburg. Kyree Freeman has been charged with aggravated assault...
Nov 03, 2023
Jackson leaders seek ways to address homeless population
JACKSON, Miss (WJTV) - Two Jackson councilmen met with community leaders, business owners and residents on Thursday, November 4 to address a major issue in the capital city. In Jackson, a large amount...
Nov 03, 2023
Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: November 3-5
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you'll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (November 3-5) around Mississippi. Cen...
Nov 03, 2023
Smith, McQuirter face off in Hinds County District 2 supervisor race
HINDS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - Hinds County neighbors in District 2 will be getting a new representation in the Hinds County Board of Supervisors. Incumbent District 2 Supervisor David Archie lost his D...
Nov 02, 2023
Jackson City Council wants to avoid another garbage crisis
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A special meeting was called to discuss plans for moving forward before the garbage contract with the City of Jackson expires. Wednesday's special council meeting was an attemp...
Nov 02, 2023
Fall 2023 enrollment increases at Mississippi public universities
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Fall enrollment for 2023 has increased at Mississippi's public universities when compared to Fall 2022. According to the Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL), Fall enrollment ...
Nov 02, 2023
Mississippi voter registration numbers remain steady heading into Tuesday’s general election
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Mississippi has seen a slight increase in the number of people listed on the rolls of active voters in the months leading up to the general election for governor and other office...
Nov 02, 2023