Jackson MS

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Officials are confirming many IT systems, including the electronic medical records system, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, are down Thursday, following a cyberattack. In a statement, officials said outpatient and ambulatory surgeries and procedures, as well as imaging...

MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Local liquor stores said they’re feeling the strain of the Mississippi Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) warehouse backlog. Richard Peaster, the co-owner of Madison Cellars, said the delays have affected the shelves at his store. “Today, we received an order that was placed on January...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Children’s Museum (MCM) was recognized as one of the top four children’s museums in the country. The MCM was recognized by USA Today’s 2026 10Best Reader’s Choice Travel Awards, marking the fourth consecutive year of the recognition. Twenty museums were nominated by an expert...

The Salvation Army in Jackson, Mississippi, is delighted to announce its upcoming Senior Prom, Southern Glamour of the 1920’s: A Night of Vintage Elegance, set for Saturday, February 21, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at The Salvation Army, 570 E. Beasley Road, Jackson, MS. This special afternoon event is proudly...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – February is Children’s Dental Health Month. Ginger Christian, with Mississippi Smiles, joined us to discuss dental advice.

RIDGELAND — A church next to Costco plans to build a new, separate sanctuary building that will more than double its campus size. Word of Life is preparing for a project to build the 24,000 square foot sanctuary at its location off the Highland Colony Parkway. Ridgeland Public Works...

RIDGELAND—Police officers could have new and upgraded service weapons as early as May. The Ridgeland Police Department will purchase 69 new Glock 45 handguns with mounted red-dot sights, attachable flashlights, and corresponding holsters, according to Ridgeland Police Chief Brian Myers. Myers said the Glock 45 is the...

Those tree limbs which snapped all across Clinton during last month’s ice storm will be picked up—but it’s going to take some time. “Honestly, the main thing is patience,” says Public Works Director Phillip Lilley. “One [limb] truck is traveling the whole city.”. The Board...

BRANDON — Families looking for an afternoon of outdoor fun or looking for an introduction into the world of horses can head to Brandon on April 4 for Pony Ride Day at Strong River Equine Center. The three-hour event is scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. at the equine...

Mississippi College has earned statewide recognition for the strength of its Master of Business Administration program, which has been named one of the top MBA programs in Mississippi for 2026 by MBAschools.org. The distinction highlights the university’s continued commitment to preparing professionals who are ready...