Jackson MS

AVAIO Digital Partners has officially selected Brandon, Mississippi, as the site of its next major infrastructure investment: a state-of-the-art, AI-ready data center campus known as the Taurus Project. With a projected investment of $6 billion, this transformative development marks one of the largest technology...

BRANDON, Miss. (WJTV) – Brandon police are searching for an armed and dangerous suspect after a fatal shooting. The shooting occurred in the 100 block of Gayden Street around 6:00 p.m. on August 28, 2025. Brandon Police Chief Joseph French said when officers arrived at the scene, they discovered 33-year-old Christian...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - If you’re traveling into the Downtown Jackson area, you may have noticed some changes. Through targeted efforts, the Clean Up Jackson organization is making strides to beautify the entrances into the capital city. After years of what they call ‘neglect and eyesores,’ the team behind...

Jackson’s Police Chief abruptly resigned on Tuesday, citing a job offer that is less stressful and “a lot more money.”. “Today, I am tenuring my retirement from the Jackson Police Department after 29 years of service to the Jackson Police Department,” Joseph Wade announced during a press conference.

An iconic Jackson restaurant is adding a second location, and it will be in Madison. Pig & Pint , which opened in the Fondren District of Jackson in 2014 and has become one of the signature barbecue restaurants in all of Mississippi, is spreading its wings and will become a part of the up-and-coming Gallery of...

OXFORD, Miss. — Nearly three years after a University of Mississippi student was killed in a downtown Oxford hit-and-run, the man behind the wheel has been sentenced to prison. On Monday, Seth Rokitka, of Collierville, pleaded guilty to aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an accident with injuries. This morning,...

FLOWOOD, Miss. (WJTV) – The Yard Milkshake Bar will soon open at their new location in Flowood. A grand reopening event will take place September 12-14 at their location at 103 Laurel Park Cove, Suite D. Some of the highlights will include free samples on September 12, a live DJ on September 13 and a […]

RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The Rankin County Board of Supervisors approved a millage increase within the boundaries of the Reservoir Fire Department’s fire protection district. The fire department said they’ve operated on the same budget for more than a decade, despite rising costs and growing demand. They...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson firefighters responded to an 18-wheeler fire on August 28, 2025. The fire occurred on Interstate 55 at Waterworks Curve. Division Fire Chief Charles Felton said there was an issue with the vehicle’s brakes, and the driver was able to detach the trailer. No one was injured during the...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -Afternoon highs will remain steady in the mid to upper 80s, setting the stage for a pleasant stretch of weather. However, we’re keeping an eye on rain chances that could impact your weekend plans. Rain will stay limited during the day, but that changes later tonight....