Jackson MS

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - At least one person was injured in a late-night shooting Sunday in Northwest Jackson. The incident occurred at 10:40 p.m. on Northside Drive at Richardson Drive. One person was taken to the hospital. The extent of that person’s injuries was not known. Want more WLBT...

A 16-year-old in Mississippi is already starting his next big adventure: college! Quinton Simpson of Clinton, a suburb of Jackson, graduated from high school two years early and has recently started classes at Hinds Community College, according to local news outlet WAPT 16. Quinton said he understands just how...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Showers will be few and far between throughout the weekend, with most areas experiencing partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid-to-upper 80s. While your Labor Day plans are not likely to be ruined by rain, it is a good idea to keep rain gear handy. Temperatures will be closer to...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The rest of your Labor Day weekend is looking great across the region. Expect less humidity and lots of sunshine—ideal for barbecues, fishing trips, or just kicking back outdoors. Sunday’s highs will reach 90, with overnight lows in the upper-60s. As we head into next week, the dry and...

The long losing streak is over for Parklane Academy. Defending MAIS Class 5A state champion Parklane had lost to Jackson Prep 31 consecutive times and hadn’t won in the series since 1995, but the Pioneers ended the streak Friday night at McComb. Senior running back Tanner Kyzer had 217...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson Fire Department responded to a house fire on Meadow Hill Drive at approximately 3:54 p.m. on Aug. 31. According to JFD, smoke and flames were coming from the garage of the home when they arrived on the scene. Once the flames were extinguished, JFD requested...

Chicken, mashed potatoes and sweet tea weren't the only things of interest for the capacity crowd Feb. 4 at the Parents for Public Schools Lunch Bunch meeting at the Jackson Medical Mall. On the agenda was a powerful concept that promises to stem the growing tide of Jackson's high-school dropouts.

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - It’s that time of year again to strike up and show out as bands from around the South go head-to-head in the annual HBCU Labor Day Battle of the Bands. Fans from all over gathered together in the capital city to witness the dynamic performances...

Tupelo fans have a lot to be proud of in their team. Last night, they fought hard after being down

If you've noticed the housing market stinks lately, there's a specific reason why in Davenport.