Police seek help finding serial car burglars
CANTON — Law enforcement is seeking assistance in identifying suspects in a series of car burglaries and thefts in the area. “If you see something, say something,” Police Chief Otha Brown said in a video address posted on the department’s social media page Monday. “Let’s try to get a description.”
Julie Liddell Whitehead discusses ‘Hurricane Baby: Stories’
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Julie Liddell Whitehead joined us to talk about her book “Hurricane Baby: Stories.”
Street repaving removes potholes and rough rides for long-suffering neighborhood
CLINTON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson is not the only Mississippi municipality with crumbling roads causing rough car rides. The city of Clinton has many neighborhoods in desperate need of major overhauls. Work to repair pothole-riddled streets began on Wednesday morning, much to the delight of long-suffering motorists....
Capital City Revitalization Select Committee meets to discuss issues
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson Mayor John Horhn, alongside Sheriff Tyree Jones in his new role as interim Jackson police chief, both took their seats at the table of the Capital City Revitalization Select Committee meeting to discuss a variety of ongoing issues across the metro area and to outline future plans to...
Man killed in ‘targeted’ shooting in Rankin County, authorities say
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Rankin County deputies are investigating after a 36-year-old man was killed in a “targeted” shooting. Deputies responded to a home on Highway 80 between Brandon and Pelahatchie just before 9:00 a.m. on August 27, 2025. Investigator Tyler Burnell, with the Rankin County Sheriff’s Office,...
Exclusive: Family speaks after man left in critical condition in hit-and-run incident
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Jackson Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run incident which left a man in critical condition. Detective Tommie Brown told 3 On Your Side that the victim, 76-year-old Leon Buggs, was struck by a vehicle on Sunday evening. Buggs was first spotted near the busy intersection...
Officials react to Thalia Mara Hall operating under new management
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - In Tuesday’s city council meeting, key changes were made in the management of Thalia Mara Hall. City leaders have agreed to share the work load toward reopening the performing arts venue to the public. An order was approved in a 5-to-2 vote for Thalia Mara...
The Pig and Pint expands to Madison with new location at The Gallery
The Pig & Pint, Jackson’s go-to spot for smoky, Southern flavors and cold craft beer, is officially coming to Madison. The award- winning Mississippi barbecue joint is opening its newest location at The Gallery, bringing its famous pulled pork nachos, brisket tacos, and wide selection of craft beers to one of...
Facing ‘same issues’ as in Jackson’s past, Mayor Horhn proposes legislative solutions
Mayor Horhn gave lawmakers suggestions for how they can help: funding for blight, casino approval and expanded tax incentives for developers.
Wednesday Weather: Drier air and pleasant temps
Drier air moving in behind the front will knock down humidity, making it feel much more comfortable. Expect pleasant mornings in the low to mid-60s and steady afternoon highs in the mid to upper 80s. The drop in humidity will be most noticeable today as the refreshingly dry air arrives.
