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Konnor Griffin’s first official play in the major leagues was a grounder to his shortstop position, which he handled and threw to second base for the third out in the top of the first inning, just like he had done dozens of times while playing for Jackson Prep. Cool....

MISSISSIPPI — Darkhorse Press presented its inaugural Blue Shield Awards Saturday morning at a breakfast ceremony held in conjunction with Digio Strategies’ Big Buck Bounty, recognizing five Mississippi cases and the officers whose acts of courage, compassion, and dedication exemplify the best of public service. The...

A 50-year-old man was wounded in a shooting April 4 on the 4400 block of Medgar Evers Boulevard in Jackson, the Jackson Police Department said. Detective Tommie Brown of the Jackson Police Department said the victim was shot once and was transported to a local hospital. Brown said the injury...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - On Saturday, April 4th, the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum is hosting “Easter at the Ag Museum.” It features the Easter Bunny, an egg trail, activities, and even free hot dogs. The event is 10:00-2:00. For more information visit www.msagmuseum.org/events/easter-at-the-ag-museum/....

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -Today is a First Alert Weather Day due to the threat of showers and storms this evening. There is a level one out of five risk for severe storms with this system with the most likely threats being strong wind gusts and large hail. Storms will start to ramp up across the area around 3 PM and...

The Belhaven men's and women's tennis teams suffered 4-0 losses at Asbury, with matches ending early after the team results were decided. The matches featured competitive play at the top of the lineup for the men.

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Jackson State’s men and women’s track teams posted record-breaking performances and multiple personal bests at the Southern Miss Invitational on April 3-4.

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -Happy Easter! 🐣. A few lingering showers early this morning, but they will quickly clear out, so Easter will not be a washout. Skies will gradually turn partly cloudy as cooler, drier air moves into the region. Afternoon highs today will top out in the mid to...

Jackson State and Grambling State split a doubleheader in Louisiana after a delayed start caused by weather. Jackson State lost the opener but won the nightcap.