Potentially severe thunderstorms tonight
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Saturday will stay dry for most of the day. We will see partly cloudy skies and temperatures warming into the upper 80s to low 90s once again. The active weather starts to move in after sunset. A few scattered showers could pop up ahead of the...
One-on-one with Miss Teen USA Addie Carver
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – We talked Miss Teen USA Addie Carver.
Alleged Terry armed robber flees Byram Police, strikes passenger vehicle in South Jackson
JACKSON — An alleged armed robbery suspect fleeing Byram police struck a passenger vehicle in South Jackson Saturday morning. Byram Police Chief David Errington said the call originated in Terry, and that Byram received the BOLO from the Hinds County Dispatch and located the vehicle on I-55. The suspect...
State education department awards grant to MC for Mississippi Teacher Residency program
The Mississippi Department of Education, through its Mississippi Teacher Residency program, has awarded a $119,684 grant to Mississippi College to cover tuition, fees and textbooks for 20 new graduate students seeking initial licensure in elementary education (K-6). The award is among almost $3 million in grants...
Seventh victim of Leland mass shooting has died
JACKSON — According to Hinds County Coroner Jeramiah Howard, a seventh victim has died in the case of the Leland mass shooting. Ebony Williams, 25, was pronounced dead at UMMC Friday evening as a result of her injuries, Howard said. The FBI has nine people in custody in connection...
Two killed in crash on Raymond Road
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Two people were killed during a crash in Hinds County. The crash occurred on Raymond Road near Robinson Road Ext. on October 18, 2025. Interim Jackson Police Chief and Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones said Jackson police are assisting Byram police in the case. The two victims have not been...
Mississippi Police Find Stolen Truck Chop Shop Armed With Chainsaws
Truck without bumper | iStock - 1237700767 The suspect was busted for marijuana and opened the door for police to find stolen trucks and guns. The post Mississippi Police Find Stolen Truck Chop Shop Armed With Chainsaws appeared first on MotorBiscuit .
Jackson home destroyed in early morning fire
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A home on Pickford Lane in Jackson was destroyed in an early morning house fire on Saturday. The fire started around 5:15 a.m. The Jackson Fire Department responded to the scene. However, the house appeared to be a total loss. Crews were still on the scene...
Top 3 From WLBT
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82nd National Folk Festival Performance Schedule and Map Unveiled
Presented by Ergon/Alliant, the National Folk Festival will feature more than 40 artists and groups on six outdoor stages. Jackson, MS — The National Folk Festival today shared two major announcements: its. complete 2025 performance schedule and stage locations, as well as its presenting sponsor,. Ergon/Alliant. For...

















