St. Patrick girls, boys soccer claim 2026 MHSAA Class I State Championships
RIDGELAND, Miss. (WLOX) — On Friday, both soccer teams representing St. Patrick clashed against St. Andrew’s with the biggest prize of them all on the line: a state championship. Boys: St. Patrick’s lone goal lifts Irish up and over the Saints for first title since 2017. In...
Southwest Mississippi Falls to Co-Lin in Close Battle
The Bears lost to Co-Lin 71-64 on Thursday, despite a strong first-half effort. The game featured multiple lead changes and key performances from Cy Merrett and Leano Rolle.
JTRAN union says contract talks are progressing
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Workers with ATU Local 1208 Union say they are making progress in contract negotiations with MV Transportation, the company that oversees Jackson’s JTRAN bus system. Union representatives met with MV Transportation this week. Workers’ demands include better wages, improved working conditions,...
Agriculture Commissioner seeks State Fairgrounds expansion
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Mississippi State Fairgrounds have been a staple in the community for over a century, hosting countless events and bringing the state together. Andy Gipson, Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce, said it’s running out of space and it’s time to grow. The fairgrounds currently...
Mississippi ABC warehouse delays impact Jackson restaurants
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Many businesses across Mississippi are feeling the strain from the Mississippi Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) warehouse backlog. The Mayflower Cafe in Jackson is known to carry many Greek wines, but with the current backlog, the supply has become scarce. “A lot of these Greek wines are only at...
JPS honors Adrienne Fleming Jackson as the 2025-2026 Counselor of the Year
JANS – Jackson Public Schools recently celebrated the heart of scholar support during National School Counseling Week, honoring professionals who help scholars navigate academics, emotions, and life beyond the classroom. The district’s celebration, held Friday, February 6, highlighted the theme “School Counselors...
Confirmation hearing set for Tuesday for next Jackson police chief
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A special City Council meeting has been scheduled to confirm the appointment of Jackson’s next police chief. RaShall Brackney will be brought up for confirmation on Tuesday, February 24, at 4:30 p.m. Mayor John Horhn introduced Brackney as the next chief at a press conference...
One person crashes into hotel parking lot while suffering medical emergency in Mississippi
MISSISSIPPI — A driver was taken to the hospital Saturday morning after crashing in a hotel parking lot while experiencing a medical emergency, according to Pearl police. Officers with the Pearl Police Department responded to the Best Western hotel in Pearl after receiving reports of a crash involving a truck. Pearl...
Legacy on the Block
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Legacy on the Block: Jackson’s Day of Cultural Legacy will be held at the Two Mississippi Museums. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on February 21, 2026.
Historic photo recreation, exhibition, lectures highlight MC’s 200th birthday celebration
When Joseph H. Hamilton was considering what college to attend, his father made the young high school graduate a generous offer. “He told me, ‘You can go to any school you want to in the country,’ but the only school he took me to see was Mississippi College,” Hamilton said.

















