Jackson MS

JACKSON, MS — Mayor John Horhn is urging eligible Jackson homeowners to act now and apply for the Mississippi Homeowner Rehabilitation & Reconstruction Program (HRRP), a federally funded program administered by the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) to help low- and moderate-income homeowners whose homes were...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – For the past seven months, Tyree Jones has served a dual role as both chief of police for the Jackson Police Department (JPD) and as the Hinds County sheriff. On March 31, 2026, Jones wrapped up his time guiding JPD through a transition and the department prepares for a new leadership. […]

A United Express flight operated by CommuteAir was forced to divert to Jackson, Mississippi, on Monday after the crew reported an “engine issue.”. According to the FAA, CommuteAir Flight 4302 departed Knoxville, Tennessee, Monday morning and was heading for Houston when it experienced an unspecified engine...

JACKSON – Jackson Public Schools is mourning the death of Heather Green, an educator and instructional coach who served the district for nearly two decades. In a statement, the district extended condolences to Green’s family, friends, colleagues and others impacted by her life and work. According to Jackson...

International Paper, a manufacturer of fiber-based packaging, pulp, and paper products, plans to expand its operations in Brandon, Mississippi. The $225 million project is expected to create more than 20 jobs in Rankin County. The investment will include the construction of a new 468,000-square-foot sustainable...

Spring is here, and your libraries are blooming with fun, creative events for all ages all month long! 🌼📚 Enjoy Storytimes, book clubs, STEM activities, crafts, games, workshops, art, and family programs across all branches, there’s something for everyone, so what will you try this month? As part of our E-Resource...

Madison and Rankin Counties’ District Attorney John K. “Bubba” Bramlett, Jr., announced today that a Rankin County jury found 40-year-old Mario DeCarlos Cole of Meridian, Mississippi, guilty of Felony Shoplifting, Conspiracy to Commit Shoplifting, Use of a Theft Detection Device Remover, as well as Possession of...

On the first day of spring break, Ever Reaching Community Outreach (ERCO) was fortunate to receive incredible support from enthusiastic students from two partner churches. In the morning, students from Meadow Grove Baptist Church volunteered their energy and time, followed by an eager 6th grade group from Brandon...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Last week, WJTV 12 News reported about a West Jackson resident who was dealing with illegal dumping in her neighborhood, as well as the cleanup efforts that followed. Jackson City Councilman Vernon Hartley, Ward 5, said beyond cleanup crews, he’s working with the Community Improvement Division...

As part of a consolidation plan for the 2023-2024 academic school year, the Jackson Public Schools Board decided to close Brinkley Middle School. On April 18, 2023, the JPS Board of Trustees approved the decision. As a result, Brinkley merged with Lanier High School, designated to serve grades 7-12. Ward...