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LOUISIANA AND MISSISSIPPI — A strong tornado area is in place for Wednesday, May 6, 2026, across Louisiana and Mississippi as a cold front continues sliding south through the region, driving discrete supercell development capable of all severe weather modes. The highest risk hatched zone covers a broad corridor from Shreveport and Monroe through Jackson, Meridian, Tupelo, and surrounding communities, with a Level 2 five...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A major makeover, years in the making, is continuing at Parham Bridges Park in Jackson. The upgrades are part of a $9 million improvement project led by the LeFleur East Foundation. Officials said community input helped shape the multi-phase plan, with a focus on safety, recreation and long-term growth. So far, […]

PEARL, Miss. (WJTV) – A Pearl police officer was seriously injured during a crash, according to the police chief. The crash happened on Highway 80 near Bierdeman Road on May 4, 2026, while the officer was responding to a call for service. “We ask for your prayers for our injured officer, their family, and all […]

The MHSAA State track continued on Monday for classes 1A & 3A. We had multiple local winners who say its an honor to represent their communities on the podium.

Mon–Thu 11:00 AM–8:30 PM | Fri–Sat 11:00 AM–9:30 PM (Closed Sunday) Flowood, Mississippi has been quietly holding out on the rest of the South. Just off Ridge Way, Table 100 is a locally owned Euro-American bistro where Southern comfort meets European sophistication, live piano fills the air, and every plate arrives looking like it was plucked...

MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - The Madison County Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 in executive session to remove itself from the JMAA airport lawsuit. Supervisors Banks, Griffin and Brandon voted in favor. Supervisors Steen and Baxter opposed. Madison was named as a party in the suit because it would have...

A U.S. District Court judge has temporarily blocked the creation of the Metro Jackson Water Authority, prompting the governor of Mississippi to delay making appointments to the authority’s board. Governor Tate Reeves (R) announced Friday he would not appoint any members at this time. He said the state will...

JACKSON, Mississippi — The Wednesday, May 6 tornado threat has sharpened significantly with a Monday morning forecast update placing Mississippi and Alabama inside a yellow-shaded 50 percent tornado probability core, a notable upgrade from earlier outlooks that showed only a 40 percent maximum. The highest confidence zone has tightened and shifted slightly east compared to previous forecasts, now centering directly over the Mississippi-Alabama...

Jackson, MS — Homeownership remains one of the most significant drivers of financial stability, generational wealth, and community growth across Mississippi. However, for many residents, navigating the homebuying and property ownership process can be overwhelming without direct access to trusted resources and industry professionals. The Mississippi Housing Expo, returning...

RIDGELAND, Miss. (WJTV) – Pepsi Pops will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. This year’s event will be held at Old Trace Park in Ridgeland on May 8, 2026. Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. Click here for ticket information.