Jackson family concerned that murder suspect is a repeat offender
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Before Grejuan Allen was arrested Tuesday for the killing of LarJarvis Ruffin on Shaw Road, he was out on bond for another murder charge from 2019. That charge was for the death of Michael Woods. When Woods’ family heard he was charged with murder again, it brought back all the emotions from...
Opinion | Mississippi’s Next Big Industry Is Innovation
As the founder of The Bean Pat in Jackson, I’ve always believed that Mississippi has the potential to be a leader in technology and innovation. This belief was reinforced recently when we had the honor of hosting U.S. House Rep. Bennie Thompson of Mississippi at The Bean Path. This was the first time the congressman...
Lifeguard impaled by beach umbrella
A semi-truck slammed into an electrical worker's vehicle near Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Bill Atkinson) The changes to the error screen come as part of efforts to improve the resiliency of the Windows system. (CNN, Microsoft, The Associated Press) Mother shot 7 times with child in car. Updated: 8 hours ago.
Man charged with killing couple at Jackson apartment complex
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson police arrested a man in connection to a double homicide that occurred in 2024. Detective Tommie Brown, with the Jackson Police Department (JPD), said Jimmy Lee Davis, Jr., 36, was arrested in connection to the case. The shooting occurred at Addison Place Apartments on Robinson Street...
Hinds Behavioral Health Services offers mobile HIV testing
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Friday marks National HIV Testing Day, and community groups in Jackson brought tests to those who need them. Hinds Behavioral Health Services set up mobile HIV testing at Pittman Park. They also offered mental health support, meals and hygiene kits for those in need. “We came to the park where...
SWAC mascots, ranked from least to most deadliest in the wild
It goes down on the field, but what if it went down in the wild? The post SWAC mascots, ranked from least to most deadliest in the wild appeared first on HBCU Gameday .
Rare Camaro Stolen from Brandon Dealership
A rare red 2002 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 was reported stolen early Friday from Noel Daniels Motor Company in Brandon, Mississippi. The dealership is now asking for the public’s help in locating the vehicle. The distinctive car was last seen at the dealership and is described as a bright red...
Half Shell Oyster House
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Half Shell Oyster House offers award-winning cuisine in Flowood and Madison. It has New Orleans inspired dishes with a side of southern hospitality. The General Managers cooked the popular Filet Orleans and Shrimp and Grits on Studio 3. Want more WLBT news in your inbox? Click...
Regulations for working in the heat
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Loads of construction crews constantly work in the heat-luckily, they take precautions to keep employees healthy. During heat advisories, all work is completed by the afternoon. Crews start work either early in the morning or late at night when temperatures are bearable. Michael Flood, the...
Equine nonprofits continue to struggle over four horses seized in Madison County
A struggle between two horse rescue nonprofits will return to court Monday in Madison County. The gridlock between Mississippi Horses and Rocking R Ranch and Rescue started when Rocking R sent three horses and a pony to a foster home that had had previous animals seized for neglect. The Madison County Sheriff’s...