Jackson MS

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Jackson Police Department is currently investigating a homicide. According to JPD Captain Abraham Thompson, officers responded to the scene in the 2000 block of Gaites Lane on Thursday around noon. Thompson said that is where a man was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds in...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -After last night’s storm systems caused widespread damage across the area, we are thankfully expecting much quieter weather for the rest of the week and into the weekend. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of the communities impacted. If you would like to share your story, photos, or damage reports with us, please do not be afraid to reach...

JACKSON — A 23-year-old man has been charged after two people were wounded in a shooting Tuesday night at an apartment complex on Shaw Road, according to the Jackson Police Department. Police said officers responded around 9:22 p.m. to the 5000 block of Shaw Road in reference to an...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – As tensions between the United States and Iran continue, gas prices are climbing across Mississippi, leaving many residents feeling the financial pressure. According to AAA, the average price for regular gas in Mississippi is now $3.97 per gallon, up 23 cents from last week. At some Jackson-area gas stations, drivers are […]

JACKSON, Mississippi — A Moderate Risk for flash flooding, rated level 3 out of 4, is in place from southeast Mississippi into south-central Alabama today. Heavy rain is expected to train repeatedly over the same locations across the Jackson, Hattiesburg and Montgomery corridor, meaning the same streets, neighborhoods and low-lying areas will receive multiple rounds of heavy rainfall with little time to drain...

JACKSON, Mississippi — Strong to severe thunderstorms will continue this evening from eastern Texas into the lower Mississippi and Tennessee Valleys and southern Appalachians, with the strongest storms capable of producing EF2 or stronger tornadoes, damaging wind gusts, large hail and locally heavy to excessive rainfall. A Moderate Risk for flash flooding, level 3 out of 4, has been issued through overnight for central and...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Three Jackson firefighters have been placed on administrative leave after undergoing sobriety tests at the scene of a fire. This is according to a news release from the city of Jackson. “The conduct described in this incident is unacceptable and inconsistent with the standards we demand...

Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the story. Days after the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department reached a $2.5 million settlement with two Black men tortured by “Goon Squad” officers last May, Rankin County Supervisor Steve Gaines referred to the men as “dopers” and rapists.

PEARL – The City of Pearl has unveiled the first mural in its new Art Alley project. City officials said the mural is located in the green space behind the Pearl Community Center. The artwork was created by students from the Pearl High School Art Department and led by...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson Police Chief RaShall Brackney says she’s spending too much time going through invoices. On Monday, the chief spoke with the Jackson City Council about issues with the city’s vendor portal, which allows vendors to upload invoices without providing details on what those invoices are for. Brackney says she has spent hours going through invoices for her department, which range from...