Category Archives: WJTV
Police presence increases at Madison Central. Here's why
MADISON, Miss. (WJTV) - Madison police are stepping up their presence at Madison Central High School after fights between students this week. "On occasion, the bad decisions of several students can sh...
Oct 27, 2023
Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: October 27-29
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 (October 27-29) around Mississippi. Ce...
Oct 27, 2023
One shot in leg near Capitol Street in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Capitol police are investigating after a person was shot in the leg. The incident happened around 3:30 a.m. on Friday, October 27, 2023, near E. Capitol Street in Jackson. Poli...
Oct 27, 2023
Maine mass shooting suspect found dead, officials tell AP
LEWISTON, Maine (AP) - A man suspected of fatally shooting 18 people and wounding 13 in Maine has been found dead, authorities said Friday. Robert Card, who was wanted in connection with the shootings...
Oct 27, 2023
Crump to represent Jackson mother who discovered missing son was dead
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Civil rights attorney Ben Crump will represent a Jackson woman who said her son died after being hit by a Jackson police officer. Crump said 37-year-old Dexter Wade left his mo...
Oct 26, 2023
Candidates trade jabs at 2023 Hobnob Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - As the General Election approaches in Mississippi, candidates are encouraging voters to go to the polls. On Thursday, the candidates spoke at the 2023 Mississippi Hobnob in Jac...
Oct 26, 2023
JXN Water works to address sewer overflow problems
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Interim Third-Party Manager Ted Henifin provided an update to the Jackson City Council about the sewage issues in the capital city. Henifin said tremendous progress has been ma...
Oct 26, 2023
JSU student creates petition to support acting president
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A Jackson State student started a petition in favor of giving Acting President Dr. Elayne Hayes-Anthony the job permanently. "Well, the petition was started because we were con...
Oct 26, 2023
Congressman pledges help to JPS schools at risk of closure
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - On Thursday, October 26, Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.) offered federal help to the Jackson Public Schools (JPS) Board of Trustees in order to help with repurposing school buil...
Oct 26, 2023
Teens charged in shooting near William Carey face burglary charges
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) - The two teenagers, who were arrested after a shooting near William Carey University (WCU) on Wednesday, also face burglary charges. Petal police said the 13-year-old boy an...
Oct 26, 2023