Jackson MS

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Sparks flew at Tuesday’s Jackson City Council meeting, as members discussed—but ultimately took no action on—a proposal to appeal a recent rate increase from JXN Water. New rates went into effect March 23, a month after they were approved by U.S. District Judge...

Jackson Public Schools still has accreditation violations to clear tied to recordkeeping and student discipline policies. The Misssissippi Department of Education downgraded JPS' accreditation in 2016.

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Jackson Fire Department is investigating an early-morning house fire in West Jackson. Fire crews were called around 5:30 a.m. Tuesday to a home in the 500 block of Willaman Street. Firefighters reported smoke and flames coming from the structure when they arrived. No injuries were...

Hinds County’s tech scene is buzzing with new opportunities for folks who like solving problems and keeping systems running smoothly. Whether you prefer hands-on field work or steady office operations, there’s something here for you.

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Twenty-five years ago, on April 6, 2001, Nissan held a ceremony in Madison County to mark the beginning of construction of its new plant near Canton. Dirt work had begun in January of that year, and Nissan announced that it had chosen Yates Construction to build the plant.

Jackson State competed hard but fell 4-0 to Alabama State, despite outhitting the Hornets and strong pitching performance.

Healthcare hiring is strong across Hinds County right now, with hospitals, clinics, and travel agencies all looking for skilled professionals. Whether you’re a nurse, technologist, or therapist, there’s a role here that fits your experience.

The Pearl Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet recognized many of Pearl’s businesses on February 26, 2026, at Pearl Community Center. Miss Mississippi Anna Leah Jolly shared her testimony on defining success. Her story, from being an adopted child from Ukraine to becoming Miss Mississippi, was inspiring and deeply meaningful to the crowd.

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Both the defense and the prosecution have rested in the trial of the woman accused of killing two people during a drunk driving crash in Jackson. Jada Kelly waived her right to testify in her own defense. She has been charged with aggravated DUI. The crash occurred around 3:00 a.m. on January 15, […]

“Newbie” got his nickname after joining an encampment in the woods off Highway 18 in southwest Jackson. Originally from the Midwest, he moved to Jackson after Googling “what is the cheapest place to live in the United States?”. He started panhandling for money, sometimes getting $50 a day....