Two arrested after chase from Madison to Ridgeland
RIDGELAND, Miss. (WJTV) – Madison police announced two suspects were arrested after a chase in a stolen vehicle. On January 30, 2026, shortly after 2:00 p.m., Madison police said officers spotted a white 2017 Dodge Challenger with a Mississippi license plate. They said the vehicle was connected to crimes in the area....
Extreme Cold Warning Issued for Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas Regions
The National Weather Service office in Jackson has issued an Extreme Cold Warning that will remain in effect from 11 p.m. Friday through 6 p.m. Saturd...
Jackson, MS Weather Alert: Subzero Wind Chills Threaten I-20 Tonight Through Saturday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Jackson, Mississippi — A surge of Arctic air is bringing dangerous cold, strong winds, and potential power outages across central and northern Mississippi through the weekend, according to the National...
The Rug Place Has Big Discounts During Retirement Sale
FLOWOOD, Miss. (WLBT) - Since 1999, The Rug Place in Flowood has offered one-on-one customer service and rugs of all sizes for all types of rooms. Owner Coleen O’Brien selects each rug available in the store. O’Brien is retiring in April. Until then, the store has discounts on rugs....
Lawmaker targets getting guns away from domestic abusers
The audio version of this story is AI generated and is not human reviewed. It may contain errors or inaccuracies. A boyfriend hit and choked a partner in Hinds County and placed a gun to her head, threatening to kill her. In Jackson, another man fired shots into a home,...
Man faces multiple charges after allegedly stealing from girlfriend, damaging phone
GLUCKSTADT, Miss. (WLBT) - A man is now in custody and facing multiple charges after allegedly stealing from his girlfriend. According to Gluckstadt Police Department officials, the suspect, identified as Lucas Tapia, went to his girlfriend’s place of employment, allegedly damaged her cell phone, took $650 from her,...
Silver Alert issued for missing 20-year-old woman in Rankin County
BRANDON — A Silver Alert has been issued for a 20-year-old woman last seen walking along a road in Rankin County, according to the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation. Authorities said Destiny Nicole Elam of Brandon was last seen about 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, walking west on Shiloh Road. The alert was activated on...
Two security guards shot outside Jackson club
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Two security guards were shot outside of a Jackson club, according to police. The shooting occurred outside of Club Twilight in the 3000 block of Livingston Road around 2:00 a.m. on January 30, 2026. Jackson police said an argument between two of the club’s employees, a husband and wife, had...
17-year-old killed, man injured in Jackson crash
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – One person was killed during a crash on Interstate 55 Frontage Road. The crash occurred around 2:00 a.m. on January 30, 2026. According to Jackson police, a black Toyota Camry was occupied by two males and was traveling south on I-55 at a high rate of speed. The vehicle ran off […]
One person dead following vehicle crash in Mississippi
MISSISSIPPI — One person was killed during a crash early Friday morning along the Interstate 55 Frontage Road, according to police. The crash occurred around 2:00 a.m. on Jan. 30, 2026. Authorities with the Jackson Police Department said a black Toyota Camry occupied by two males was traveling southbound on...

















