Jackson MS

Storms have already popped up to our east around the MS/AL border and we can expect more scattered storms as we progress into the afternoon. The SPC and Jackson NWS office have rolled back severe weather outlooks for the Pine Belt and much of southeastern Mississippi. While the severe threat remains low, it isn’t...

Montgomery, Ala.| The Jackson State volleyball team fell just short to Alabama State in a five-set thriller against Alabama State (17–25, 20–25, 25–22, 25–20, 15–17) inside Lockhart Gymnasium. Jackson State mounted an inspired comeback after dropping the first two sets, winning the third and fourth...

The City of Brandon, Mississippi, will hold its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, November 15, 2025, in downtown Brandon. The event will start at 5 p.m. and will include family activities, holiday music, and the lighting of the city’s Christmas tree. Mayor Butch Lee said the event is an important community...

Homebuyers and sellers are navigating a slow and expensive housing market, with rising prices and stagnant demand keeping many on the sidelines. This comes amid rising economic uncertainty and growing wealth concentration. But luxury homes—multimillion-dollar estates, sleek penthouses, and one-of-a-kind custom...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Belhaven University is expanding its footprint into the world of STEM. The school, known for being a liberal arts college, is now entering STEM research with more than half a million dollars in funding. “It is my first grant and I’m really grateful,” said Dr. Sarah...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -This weekend is starting out well above average as afternoon highs are warming into the low 80s on Saturday. After that, things will take a dramatic shift. By Sunday, northerly winds will gust in keeping high temperatures in the low 60s. This flow of arctic air will strengthen into the work...

HINDS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Family and friends gathered to honor the life of a Hinds County sergeant, who was killed in Jackson. A balloon release for Sgt. James Dotson, Jr., 32, was held at the Hinds County Detention Center on November 6, 2025. Colleagues said Dotson was a dedicated worker at the jail, while his...

When Andrea Dettore-Murphy first moved to Rankin County, Mississippi, she didn’t believe the stories she heard about how brutal the sheriff’s department could be when pursuing suspected drug crimes. But in 2018, she learned the hard way that the rumors were true when a group of sheriff’s deputies...

RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - A man who killed himself during a standoff with authorities in Rankin County was tied to multiple shootings in Omaha, including one claiming the life of his cousin. Authorities say Ricardo Kirk shot himself during a standoff Friday evening at a family member’s home on...

This morning will be super foggy for your morning commute, use caution! Temps should warm int the lower 70s today and even 80s tomorrow. We’ll see some weekend rain Fri/Sat, and a freeze coming early next week (see below) Widespread freeze, with temperatures possibly falling below 28F for several...