Jackson MS

For the second year in a row, the Milken Family Foundation traveled from California to Mississippi to bestow the Milken Educator Award (the “Oscar of Teaching”) on a two-time graduate of The University of Southern Mississippi. Kayla Saxton, a Golden Eagle and third-grade English/language arts teacher at Mannsdale...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -Sunday morning is noticeably cooler than Saturday due to a cold front that has brought northerly winds into the area. This cool-down will not last long, as winds are expected to shift back to southerly tomorrow, resulting in another above-average day. A more significant drop in temperatures is...

“I’ve lived in California for 21 years, but I’m from Jackson, Mississippi. It’s like my accent—it’s always going to be with me. It’s part of who I am. I consider myself a clunky, blunt Southerner, with some of the genteel side that slipped in. My dad was a professor and an ordained minister. He’d go into the Delta...

In Mississippi, fried catfish isn’t just a menu item—it’s a tradition that draws people in with the promise of crispy edges, tender bites, and the kind of seasoning only long-running cafés seem to get right. Travelers who stumble into small-town spots often discover plates so comforting they end up planning a return...

Jackson, MS – — Dense Fog Advisory is impacting northeast Louisiana and much of Mississippi this morning, with visibility dropping to one-quarter mile or less through 9 a.m. CST Saturday. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Jackson has warned that the early-morning commute may become dangerous due to rapidly...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Rain finally made a return today, and more of it is on the way next week! In between, expect a mostly dry and warm but pleasant weekend with highs in the mid to upper 70s. Our next cold front is set to arrive by Tuesday of...

The Magic of Lights event has returned to the Brandon Amphitheater in Brandon, Mississippi, for its fourth year. The event opens on November 21, 2025, and runs through January 3. It is a drive-through light show with various displays, illuminated tunnels, and activities for all ages. Mayor Butch Lee noted the event’s...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Temperatures were already in the low 70s waking up Saturday morning under mostly cloudy skies. Highs today are expected to reach the upper 70s as sunshine breaks through. Although temperatures will drop slightly heading into Sunday, we will remain in the low to mid-70s until our next cold...

The Clinton Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony has been set for Thursday, December 4, at 6 p.m. The magical moment when the enormous tree on the front lawn of City Hall is lit up with festive colorful lights is a hallmark of holiday cheer for Clintonians. This year’s lighting corresponds with...

Jackson State University (JSU), a historically black university in Jackson, Mississippi, has a rich history and vibrant campus life. Founded in 1877, it has grown into a significant educational institution. Did you know that JSU is renowned for its strong programs in education, business, and the sciences? The...