Jackson Public Schools Supper Meal Program Feeds Families Beyond the School Day
Jackson Public School District students walked through the Bates Elementary School cafeteria, grabbing plates from the shelf above the stainless steel serving line. Behind the line, a masked and gloved cafeteria worker placed barbecue chicken wings, french fries, a roll and small containers filled with fruit on white...
$1.4 million gifted for Margaret Ann Crigler Park
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Leaders with the Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH) announced $1.4 million in new funding to support the development of Margaret Ann Crigler Park in downtown Jackson. According to MDAH, the funds include $500,000 from the Phil Hardin Foundation, $500,000 from the Mississippi...
Jack’s Family Restaurant franchises celebrating 65 years by serving up $1 hamburgers Tuesday
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - Jack’s Family Restaurant is celebrating its 65th anniversary by turning back the clock for hamburger fans. A Southern staple, Jack’s will be serving $1 hamburgers from 2 p.m. until closing Tuesday. Customers can purchase up to five hamburgers at the special price. Jack’s...
Two injured in South Jackson crash
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Two people were injured during a two-vehicle crash in Jackson. The crash occurred at the intersection of Greenway Drive and Highway 18 on November 18, 2025. One of the vehicles ended up on its side. According to police, the two victims received serious, non-life-threatening injuries. They were...
24-year-old Madison man dies during crash on I-20
WARREN COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating after a Madison man was killed during a single-vehicle crash on the interstate. At approximately 12:46 a.m. on Sunday, the Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to the crash on I-20 near the 10-mile marker in Warren County. A 2005 Ford...
The Hidden Water Crisis: 12 U.S. Cities That Could Run Dry by 2050
Phoenix, Arizona Phoenix, Arizona (image credits: unsplash) Phoenix is one of the fastest-growing U.S. cities but relies heavily on the Colorado River. With persistent drought ... Read more The post The Hidden Water Crisis: 12 U.S. Cities That Could Run Dry by 2050 appeared first on Climate Cosmos .
The Scout Guide Gala Tickets On Sale This Week
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Scout Guide 2026 volume will be revealed during the Gala on Friday, January 9th at the Launch Party. The event is at the Country Club of Jackson and features The Molly Ringwalds and Style Entertainment. It will also have a silent auction and live auction to benefit the Volume12 Scouted...
5th Squad’s 10th Annual Ruck for Rugrats Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Ruck for Rugrats, created by the 5th Squad, will be held on December 13, 2025. The 5th Squad is made up of a group of combat veterans who wanted to do something for children at Children’s of Mississippi. The squad has an Amazon Wish List that was provided by the […]
Thanksgiving Travel and Shopping Safety Tips
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Thanksgiving week is busy for travel and shopping. While everyone wants to be holly and jolly, accidents do happen. Patrick Wooten from Richard Schwartz and Associates joined Angela Evans to discuss what you need to know if you are hurt or in an accident. He says you need to document...
Man sentenced for killing boyfriend of child’s mother in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A man pled guilty in Hinds County court to killing the boyfriend of his child’s mother. Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens announced that Jocquize Williams, 27, pled guilty to first-degree murder and felon in possession of a firearm in the shooting death of Anthony Lindsey, 24. The...
