Controversial Madison County rezoning could be challenged in circuit court
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - An effort to rezone 625 acres of land in Madison County will likely be challenged in court. In February, the Board of Supervisors approved rezoning the property along Old Jackson Road for industrial use, despite an outcry from residents. Days later, resident DeVerio Manning filed a...
Jackson police seek help locating missing man last seen in 2025
JACKSON – The Jackson Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 45-year-old man who has not been seen for months. According to police, detectives began investigating the missing person report April 1, 2026. The reporting party told investigators that Abraham Kogo had not been seen since...
Byram police to increase enforcement with holiday safety operation
BYRAM — The Byram Police Department will ramp up enforcement efforts across the city this week as part of a public safety initiative ahead of the Easter holiday weekend. Operation Keep Byram Safe is scheduled to run April 2 through April 4 and will feature an increased and highly visible police presence, officials...
With gas prices high, a Mississippi church ‘pumps kindness,’ providing free fuel to drivers
A Mississippi church helped ease a bit of the pain at the pump. "We are doing a gas-giveaway from the standpoint of extravagant generosity," Anderson United Methodist Church Senior Pastor Stephen Tyrone Cook said. Cook said 20-25 church members volunteered to pump gas on Thursday morning at a Circle K...
First Alert Weather Day: Severe Storm Threat Builds This Saturday
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -Saturday is a First Alert Weather Day as a stronger system brings widespread showers and thunderstorms from the afternoon into the night. Some storms could become severe, with damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph and isolated quarter-size hail possible. Heavy downpours may occur, but widespread...
🛒 Multiple Customer Service & Retail Jobs in Hinds County, MS
Hinds County’s retail and service scene is buzzing this month, with several well‑known employers hiring across Jackson and Clinton. Whether you’re after steady hours, management growth, or flexible part‑time work, there’s something here for you.
‘It’s really special to me’: Mississippi’s newest town begins building its future
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Feb. 17 was a day that went down in history for the town of Star. Fast forward to today, and the real work is underway as the town’s government and facilities take shape. Cal Mangum, one of the town’s first aldermen, said, “In the future,...
Torrence, Lewis honored at CJHS
Clinton Junior High School recently named Beth Torrence as February Teacher of the Month, and Matrica Lewis as February Staff of the Month. School officials say the two demonstrate exceptional dedication and service and embody the values and excellence the school strives to uphold.
More money needed to fund I-55 widening project, despite state allocation
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - State transportation officials still have some work to do when it comes to finding the funds to pay for the I-55 widening project in Madison County. On Thursday, the Mississippi Senate passed a projects bill that included $150 million for capacity work in the state. Mississippi...
Which grocery stores, restaurants will be open for Easter 2026?
Forgot something for Easter dinner or the egg hunt?
