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CLINTON, Miss. --- The Southeastern Louisiana University men's and women's cross country teams competed in its final pre-Southland Conference Championships meet Friday at the Watson College Classic at Choctaw Trails in Clinton, Miss. The Lions finished in 14th place in the men's standings. The Lady Lions only...

Belhaven wins against Greensboro in conference game

Freight distribution and supply chain management provider Averitt Express plans to expand its operations in Richland, Mississippi. The $9.6 million project is expected to create 27 jobs. The investment will include the construction of a 150,000-square-foot logistics facility located at the company’s existing site....

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Two people were killed Saturday morning after they were hit by a suspect attempting to get away from police. Byram Police Chief David Errington said the crash occurred near the intersection of Raymond Road Extension and Robinson Road. Two people were killed, and a third victim...

Jackson, MS – Rising from the heart of Mississippi’s capital, hip-hop artist 9RESSURE has officially released his highly anticipated nine-track album titled “15 Years Later.” The project marks a pivotal moment in his life and career, following a 15-year incarceration that delayed his entrance into the rap game.

MRA and Parklane, now a district matchup, could determine the region title on Friday. The Patriots are undefeated in Mississippi (6-1 overall). The Pioneers (7-0) haven’t given up a point in over a month. Sports reporter Camden Morris shows us how two of the best teams in the state prepare for this week’s WJTV Game […]

CLINTON, Miss. (WTOK) - The Lake Lady Hornets gave it their all this afternoon in the 2A Volleyball State Championship, facing off against the Walnut Lady Wildcats. The Wildcats came out strong, securing the first set with a 25-21 win. However, the Lady Hornets quickly answered back, showing their grit by taking the...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Jackson Fire Department is currently investigating a house fire on Arbor Hills Drive earlier today. The incident occurred at 200 Arbor Hills Drive at approximately 2:19 p.m. on Oct. 18. When units from JFD arrived on the scene, the structure was completely engulfed in flames.

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - There is an ongoing conversation about getting Jackson back to what it used to be. “It was a real thriving city at one point. It had a whole lot of stuff going for it. It’s just recently, in the last, maybe, 10 years or so, everything has just moved outside of Jackson,” said Constantina...

I’ll never forget the first time someone told me the best catfish fry in Mississippi wasn’t anywhere near Jackson. My jaw dropped—how could the capital city not hold that title?. But the truth hides about twenty minutes south of Oxford, in the tiny town of Taylor, Mississippi.