Pedestrian killed in Hinds County hit-and-run on I-20
HINDS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A pedestrian was killed during a hit-and-run in Hinds County. The incident occurred on Interstate 20 West near the 27-mile marker around 9:00 a.m. on December 11, 2025. According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP), an unknown vehicle was traveling westbound on I-20 when it collided...
Top JPS official leaves to lead Atlanta charter school network
Michael Cormack, deputy superintendent of Jackson Public Schools, is leaving the district to lead a network of charter schools in Atlanta. Cormack was Superintendent Errick Greene’s first hire in 2019, according to an announcement the district released Monday. He led academics at JPS, brainstorming initiatives like...
Mississippi Weather Outlook: New Years 2026 Preview for Jackson Warm and Dry Dec 27–Jan...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Jackson, Mississippi – A mild and relatively quiet weather pattern is expected to settle across Mississippi as the New Year approaches, with warmer-than-normal temperatures and below-average precipitation...
Fathers line up regularly at elementary school to create positive experience for students
BRANDON, Miss. (WLBT/Gray News) — A monthly tradition at a Mississippi elementary school is giving students a spirited start to the day, thanks to a group of fathers who show up to cheer them on. Once a month at Oakdale Elementary School in Brandon, fathers line up at the...
Jackson Man Arrested on 11 Credit Card Fraud Charges
JACKSON, Miss. — A Jackson man has been arrested on 11 counts of credit card fraud connected to incidents at a convenience store on Medgar Evers Boulevard, according to the Jackson Police Department. Police said Kristopher Mangum, 31, was taken into custody on Dec. 8, 2025, in connection with...
Sweet Bliss Candy Company Has Treats For the Holidays
FLOWOOD, Miss. (WLBT) - Sweet Bliss Candy Company in Flowood has plenty of items for the holidays! Co-owners Karen Miller and Donna Alexander visited Studio 3 and showcased the candy, candy sushi, hot chocolate bombs, candy boxes, gift-wrapped items, and more!. Sweet Bliss Candy Company is located at 1679 Old...
Jackson woman sentenced for filing fraudulent loans
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Jackson woman was sentenced on one count of false pretenses, according to Attorney General Lynn Fitch (R-Miss.). Investigators said Kiana Rochelle Cooper, a former employee of LoanMax Title Loans, knowingly filed fraudulent loans using the stolen personal identity information of others. “My...
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Thursday Weather: Cold AM, warming up this PM
After a chilly start in the 30s, we’ll see some Sunshine today with warmer temps this afternoon in the upper 50s. After a brief warm-up to end this week, a cold front will usher in a quick rush of Arctic air Sunday into Monday. Saturday’s high temperatures in the 50s and 60s will give way to low temperatures in the...
Goodwill Hosts Ugly Christmas Sweater Workshop
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Goodwill Industries of Mississippi held a workshop on December 11th for people to make their ugly Christmas sweaters! The store provided the materials needed for this holiday tradition. Participants said it was fun to make their own! Angela Evans visited the workshop and left with a...

















