Jackson MS

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Heat advisories thru at least Wednesday with the heat index between 105 and 110 degrees daily. Mostly sunny skies with isolated showers are likely, becoming more numerous later this week and allowing cooler temperatures by a couple or few degrees. Make sure to take lots of...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - With the Fourth of July quickly approaching, the State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is encouraging firework safety. According to the U.S. Consumer Safety Commission, injuries from fireworks have increased overall between 2008 and 2023. Some of the safety tips suggested by the SFMO is as...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - One Jackson tire shop owner is disgusted that tens of thousands of tires are illegally dumped while he and other legitimate businesses bear the cost of obeying the law. He goes the extra mile to recycle, avoiding contractors who take short cuts. CBS Tire and Sons...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Tara Hunt, owner of Our Secret GF Bakery, visited Studio 3 to explain how she got started in the business and to show a variety of her favorite gluten-free offerings including cinnamon rolls, banana pudding, decorated cake, and cookies. Want more WLBT news in your inbox?...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson police have issued arrest warrants for two men in connection to a fatal shooting at an apartment complex. Police said they’re searching for Grejuan Allen, 31, and Jederrion Walton, 28. Allen will be charged with murder, armed robbery and house burglary. Walton will be charged with...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – As we approach what would have been the 100th birthday of Civil Rights icon Medgar Evers, the Two Mississippi Museums are honoring his life and legacy with free admission on July 2. “We are approaching the 100th anniversary, the birthday of Medgar Evers, which will be on July 2nd. And on that...

Jackson, Mississippi – Mississippi residents are facing a double weather threat through Thursday as dangerous heat continues and isolated severe storms target the southeast region, including Hattiesburg and Laurel. According to the National Weather Service in Jackson, heat indices are expected to reach 105°F to 110°F...

JANS – Several hundred alumni and guests attended the “Finale Weekend” – June 13-15, 2025 – to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Lanier Junior Senior High School, also known as 833. The theme for the momentous occasion was “W. H. Lanier: Celebrating a Century of Resilience, Excellence, and Future Possibilities.”...

RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - A 21-year-old detainee has been found dead at the Rankin County Jail. That’s according to Rankin County Coroner David Ruth. He says there were no signs of trauma and that Tevin Rogers’ remains are being held for an autopsy. Rankin County Sheriff Bryan...

Entergy Mississippi volunteers are spreading across the service area to give back to customers and help fight the summer temperatures during Beat the Heat Day. The company is teaming up with local community action groups in Attala, Claiborne, Hinds and Sunflower counties to host first come, first serve giveaways. At...