Temperatures and rain chances increasing through the week
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -Despite overcast skies, we are staying mostly dry through this afternoon as temperatures warm into the upper 70s to low 80s. While a stray shower or two cannot be entirely ruled out, rain chances are much higher for the end of the week. Wednesday will continue the...
FMOL Health | St. Dominic team members honored with Spero Awards during Donate Life...
JANS – Mississippi Organ Recovery Agency (MORA) recently honored St. Dominic Hospital team members with Spero Awards in two categories:. • Hospital Leadership Champion | Wendy Roberts, RN, Senior Director of Nursing. • Most Supportive Ancillary or Healthcare Staff | Emanuel Godfrey, Transport Respiratory Therapist. Awards were presented during...
Spring Citywide Cleanup Scheduled for April 25 – May 2
The City of Clinton will host its annual Spring Citywide Cleanup from April 25 through May 2, 2026, providing residents with a free and convenient opportunity to dispose of yard waste, bulky items, and other household debris. The site will be closed on Sunday, April 26. Dumpsters will be available...
Clinton High students to take part in emergency simulation
CLINTON, Miss. (WJTV) – Students enrolled in several of Clinton High School’s Career and Technical Education courses will participate in a large-scale emergency simulation exercise on April 22, 2026. According to the Clinton Public School District, the emergency exercise will feature various emergency situations Law and Public Safety students will be tasked to manage. Students […]
Jackson State students protest over housing concerns
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Students at Jackson State University (JSU) are raising concerns over a growing housing crisis by gathering for a peaceful on-campus protest on Monday. Dozens of students came together in solidarity, calling attention to what they said is a lack of affordable and available housing. Sophomore Zion Washington said the protest created […]
Boil water notice issued for nearly 500 customers in Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A boil water notice has been issued for 488 customers in Madison County. According to the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH), the notice was issued for customers served by the Pearl River Valley Water Supply District (PRVWSD) in the following locations: According to officials, the precautionary notice was issued […]
The Commissary Has The Latest Toys for Summer
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The warmer months mean more time playing outdoors! The Olde Tyme Commissary has everything you need!. Studio 3 took a look at some of the hottest toys for the summer. To purchase these toys or look for others, visit oldetymecommissary.com/. Want more WLBT news in your...
Mississippi Department of Public Safety opens new headquarters
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Department of Public Safety (MDPS) held a ribbon cutting for its new headquarters in Rankin County. State officials gathered outside the new facility to mark the milestone on Tuesday, which brings multiple public safety divisions under one roof for the first time. MDPS Commissioner Sean Tindell said a […]
Pine Belt law enforcement warns residents about recent rise in scams across Mississippi
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - Law enforcement is warning Pine Belt residents yet again of a new scam. This one claims you have a traffic violation that must be paid to the Hinds County Circuit Court. “Circuit court doesn’t handle traffic violations and misdemeanor stuff,” Jasper County Sheriff Randy Johnson...
Jackson firefighter injured while responding to apartment fire
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Jackson firefighter was injured while responding to a vacant apartment fire. The fire occurred in the 500 block of Alta Woods Boulevard just before 4:00 a.m. on April 21, 2026. Chief Fire Investigator Charles Felton said when crews arrived, they saw smoke and flames coming from the structure. After the […]
