Jackson celebrates MLK Day with parade
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Martin Luther King, Jr., Birthday Celebration Parade returned to Jackson on Saturday with a message of unity and purpose. Families lined the streets for the parade. There were bands and dance teams from across the city, while city leaders joined the crowd. U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson...
MS has 2 of the ‘most beloved’ local diners in South, Southern Living says....
From their nostalgic decor to classic American fare, diners are beloved in the United States for their reliability, ease and delicious food. Visit a diner in the South and you’ll find people of all ages and backgrounds as they often act as meeting places, allowing locals to sit and linger over a hearty meal. Southern...
Jackson quietly buries one of its most infamous potholes/sinkholes
It arrived quietly and refused to leave. To residents on the block, it was a recurring villain. A living, breathing metaphor for Jackson’s infrastructure woes. It blossomed, it collapsed, then blossomed again. It was “the mother of all potholes.” Now it's no more. Paved over without a word. But for a long time, it...
Mississippi Education Freedom Act passes House vote
JACKSON, Miss. — After hours of emotional debate and a vote decided by just two lawmakers, the Mississippi House has narrowly approved legislation that could significantly change how families choose schools and how public education dollars are spent. The Mississippi Education Freedom Act passed Thursday by a 61–59...
Silver Alert issued for 46-year-old Jackson man
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Silver Alert was issued for a 46-year-old Jackson man. According to the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI), Tomascio Harvey was last seen on January 15, 2026, around 6:00 p.m. on Highway 80 near Robinson Road. He was last seen wearing all black clothing. Family members said Harvey...
Brookhaven man killed during two-vehicle crash in Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A Brookhaven man was killed during a two-vehicle crash in Madison County. The crash occurred on U.S. 49 near Petrified Forest Road around 8:10 p.m. on January 16, 2026. According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP), a 2007 Toyota Camry, driven by 41-year-old Joey Quarles, was...
Flowood Drive bridge to close for repairs
FLOWOOD, Miss. (WJTV) – The City of Flowood announced a bridge closure on Flowood Drive. According to city leaders, the bridge on Flowood Drive near the Mississippi National Guard entrance will be closed on January 26, 2026, for repair and restoration. The closure is expected to last two months. Drivers are...
Scheduled Water Outage – Old Highway 471 Area
The City of Brandon will conduct a scheduled water outage on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. This outage is necessary for a water line tie-in in the area. Affected Areas:. 1005–1024 Old Highway 471. Brooks Drive. Value Park Drive. Creek Cove. Residents and businesses...
Education Department delays wage garnishment for defaulted student loan borrowers
The Education Department said Friday it would delay plans to garnish the wages of federal student loan borrowers who are in default. The department said it will temporarily delay wage garnishment for those who haven’t paid toward their loans in more than nine months as new student loans reforms are implemented this...
MLK speech on record at Two Mississippi Museums
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – There is a recording of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s, speech at the Two Mississippi Museums in Jackson. The record is from his speech at the March of Freedom in Detroit, which was a couple of months before the March on Washington. “The speech he gave really became a precursor to the […]
