Category Archives: WJTV

Fire at vacant Jackson apartments under investigation
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson firefighters responded to a fire at Chapel Ridge Apartments. The fire occurred at the apartment complex in the 1600 block of Raymond Road around 8:00 p.m. on January 24...
Kaitlin Howell Jan 24, 2026

Shower Power offers shelter in Jackson during winter storm
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Shower Power is providing for the unhoused community in Jackson as a winter storm moves into Mississippi. The organization is housing 75 people during the winter storm. While s...
Acie Lewis Jan 24, 2026

Warren County warns of hazards due to freezing temps
WARREN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - With freezing temperatures expected in Mississippi this weekend, Warren County emergency officials said there could be dangerous conditions on roads and power outages. Th...
Mercy Rain Jan 24, 2026

Freezing rain hits Yazoo County, police advise limiting travel
YAZOO COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - With freezing rain moving across Yazoo City and further up into Silver City, residents and officials are preparing for worsening conditions. WJTV 12 News spoke to Yazoo Ci...
Jaylin Thornton Jan 24, 2026

Mississippi churches cancel or go virtual due to winter storm
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Due to a winter storm and the forecasted weather conditions, several Jackson area churches announced Sunday's services (Jan. 25, 2026) will be virtual or canceled. Click here t...
Kaitlin Howell Jan 24, 2026

Pearl woman dies after fiery crash in Covington County
COVINGTON COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) - A Pearl woman died after a fiery crash in Covington County. The crash occurred on U.S. 49 around 8:00 p.m. on January 22, 2026. According to the Mississippi Highway Pa...
Kaitlin Howell Jan 24, 2026

Gas leak warning signs to look out for during freezing weather
What are the signs of a gas leak?
Rachel Estrada Jan 24, 2026

Staying warm can be dangerous: How to protect your home from carbon monoxide
Carbon monoxide cases spike during the winter, and on Thursday night in Nashville, that risk became real for dozens of people.
Katelyn Quisenberry Jan 24, 2026

Police chief calls for calm after a man is shot and killed during Minneapolis immigration crackdown
Correction via AP: The age of the man who was shot has been corrected to 37, per information from the police chief. The AP previously reported his age as 51 based on a hospital record. MINNEAPOLIS (AP...
JACK BROOK Jan 24, 2026

Entergy mobilizes thousands to restore power in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A winter storm started to affect areas across Mississippi, bringing ice to some areas. Entergy officials said they're continuing to monitor forecasts on Saturday, and their cre...
Kaitlin Howell Jan 24, 2026
