Jackson MS

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson Mayor John Horhn continues to speak out about a federal judge’s recent decision approving a rate increase for JXN Water, saying the utility would have enough money to cover costs if billing improved. “We should be collecting enough money to run that system without...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Injuries have been reported after an Amtrak train and an 18-wheeler collided. This according to Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones. Three crew members received minor injuries, according to the Jackson Police Department. Passengers were on the train at the time of the crash. The collision...

RANKIN CO., Miss. (WLBT) - A Rankin County Sheriff’s Department deputy assigned as a school resource officer was struck by a vehicle while directing traffic Tuesday morning on Star Road, according to Rankin County Sheriff Bryan Bailey. Bailey said he was in his car around 7 a.m. when he...

Our culinary scene exemplifies how much Birmingham loves food, and that passion extends to discovering scenes in other towns. When it comes to dishing about dishes and swapping notes about experiences, you can always count us in. With that in mind, here’s a Mississippi food city that deserves a spot...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The defense has wrapped up its closing arguments in the Ted DiBiase Jr. welfare fraud trial. DiBiase is facing multiple counts in connection with his role in the largest welfare fraud case in state history. It’s unclear if jury deliberations will begin today. The judge...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson City Councilman Vernon Hartley, Ward 5, held a town hall meeting for residents in his ward. He was joined by Jackson Mayor John Horhn. “It is really important for folks to understand how he’s projecting the future. Some of the strategies, and they get firsthand to talk to someone who […]

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Gina Archer and her family have started a non-profit at their farm in Brandon called, “Fight the Good Fight.” It uses equine therapy and other aspects of farm life to help people recover from trauma or deal with grief. Archer started this in memory...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Jackson man was sentenced to more than 15 years in prison in federal court for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl. Roman Walker, 35, was sentenced on March 17, 2026. According to court documents, Walker was identified by law enforcement as a distributor of narcotics from Hinds...

HINDS COUNTY – The Hinds County Sheriff’s Office unveiled a new monument Thursday honoring deputies and jailers who died in the line of duty. According to Sheriff Tyree Jones, the Fallen Deputies & Jailers Monument serves as a permanent tribute to the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the...

JACKSON – An 18-year-old man lost his life after a shooting at a Jackson apartment complex last night. He was identified as 18-year-old Trevarius Cooper. According to Police Chief Tyree Jones, officers were called to Rebelwood apartments at 5:15 p.m. Sheriff Jones said officers found a man who had...