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Hinds County Youth Court Judge Carlyn M. Hicks today announced the launch of the Youth Diversion & Enrichment Center, a trauma-informed, youth-focused hub designed to steer justice-involved and at-risk young people toward education, wellness, and workforce success. The Center is located inside the Jackson Medical...

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JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Summer lovers rejoice! Our forecast looks to remain the same for the foreseeable future, with highs in the low to mid-90s and mostly dry conditions each day. There is a chance that a few isolated showers pop up here and there, similar to the last few...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Tattoo lovers gathered at the Mississippi Trade Mart in Jackson this weekend for the Kings and Queens Tattoo Expo. The expo gives exposure to local tattoo artists in Mississippi, as well as other artists from across the country. “I get to interact with my clients. I get to draw on them. […]

The Jackson Police Department released an update in the case of 32-year-old Robert Maximilian White, who was arrested Thursday in connection with a string of violent crimes, including a deadly shooting, an armed carjacking, and multiple business robberies. On Friday, September 12, White made his initial appearance...

EDWARDS, Miss. (WJTV) – A systemwide boil water notice has been issued for the Town of Edwards. According to the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH), the notice affects 706 customers. The notice was issued due to a main break. Earlier this week, Mayor LeKentric Caston announced crews could make water leak...

The “Made in Jackson” Art Show opened September 5th as more than an exhibition. It was a love letter to the city of Jackson and the people who give it life. Held at the historic Patton House & Gallery, 512 N State St., Jackson, the show was both a tribute and a reflection. For me, it was about honoring the city in...

The Tiger defense smothered Tuskegee while the offense rolled under a new quarterback. The post Jackson State rolls out new QB in win over Tuskegee appeared first on HBCU Gameday .

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Most teams across the state had to wait until Friday night, but some teams hit the gridiron Thursday night in the Capital City. The Canton Tigers made the trip down I-55 for a matchup against the Murrah Mustangs at Hughes Field. The Mustangs came into the...

The Mississippi Museum of Art now owns the only two known portraits of enslaved Mississippians that were painted before the Civil War. "Portrait of Frederick" joins "Portrait of Delia," both