Jackson MS

JANS – The City of Jackson honored civil rights leader James Meredith during a commemoration dinner held June 3, 2026, recognizing his major impact and the 60th anniversary of the March Against Fear. During the event, Mr. Meredith was presented with a ceremonial key to the city. Mayor John Horhn also proclaimed June 25

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson firefighters responded to a reported house fire Saturday morning at a home on Lindsey Drive, officials said. The Jackson Fire Department was called to the 600 block of Lindsey Drive at about 7:18 a.m. on Saturday, according to information from JFD. Crews arrived to find...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – 12 News Anchor Byron Brown discusses the plan for fighting crime with Jackson Police Chief, Dr. RaShall Brackney. This is part II of an exclusive interview with WJTV 12.

MISSISSIPPI (KTVE/KARD) — The Mississippi Department of Transportation have made repairs to the roadway buckle on the eastbound lanes of State Route 18 in Hinds County. Courtesy photo Mississippi Department of Transportation All repairs made last night on Highway 18 smoothed out the affected section fairly well, with “

RICHLAND, Miss. (WLBT) - Northbound lanes are now back open after an accident involving an 18-wheeler on Highway 49 Friday evening. However, the Southbound side is down to two lanes with the far right lane still closed. It appears an 18-wheeler caught on to some power lines. Entergy is on...

The Mississippi Department of Transportation is launching several projects aimed at reducing traffic congestion and improving safety across the state. Two major capacity projects are in the works along Interstate 55 in Madison County and State Route 25 in Rankin County, funded by approximately $150 million approved by

JACKSON — Jackson State University will host educators, technology professionals, business leaders and community stakeholders today for a conference focused on the growing role of artificial intelligence across multiple industries. The inaugural Southern Spark Conference, described as the first event of its kind in the

CLINTON, Miss. (WJTV) – WJTV 12 News is celebrating Nexstar’s 30th anniversary through the Founder’s Day of Caring. This year, WJTV 12 News will host a food drive at the Kroger in Clinton, which will support the Mississippi Food Network. The team will be at the Kroger location until 3:00 p.m. to collect donations for [

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The 6th Annual Pickle Fest will be held at the Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum in Jackson on June 13-14, 2026. Following a record-setting 7,200 attendees from 24 states in 2025, Pickle Fest is expected to grow again this year.  Festival goers are strongly encouraged to purchase tickets

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Mississippi’s ultimate bridal show, Marrying in the Magnolia, returns on Saturday on WLBT. It will air at 7:00pm. The show features the areas top wedding professionals. Marrying in the Magnolia finds the perfect rings, gowns, venues, gifts, and wedding planners. One of the places featured,...