Jackson MS

ALABAMA — A low-end severe weather threat continues across parts of Alabama, with nearby concerns extending into Mississippi and Louisiana, as early-morning storms remain largely disorganized. As of 2:30 a.m. Central Time, conditions across Alabama are mostly quiet, and there are no active tornado warnings anywhere...

Copiah-Lincoln Community College has officially begun renovations on Josie G. Ellis Hall, marking a major investment in campus housing and the overall student experience. The approximately $6 million project will provide a complete overhaul of Ellis Hall, located behind the Ewing Administration Building, adding space...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Today: Our First Alert Weather Day continues as more storms are expected this afternoon. Another round will start mid-afternoon becoming more widespread by the evening commute. All modes of severe weather remain possible, including tornadoes, so make sure you know where your tornado safe place...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -Rain chances continue to decrease through the day Saturday. Cooler air moving in behind the front will cause temperatures to drop into the 50s by this afternoon. Temperatures fall into the upper 30s overnight. Sunday will be seasonal with highs in the 50s and partly cloudy skies....

A fire heavily damaged Jackson’s only synagogue before dawn Saturday – the same house of worship that was firebombed by the Ku Klux Klan in 1967 because the rabbi had been an advocate for civil rights.

RICHLAND, Miss. (WLBT) - A pedestrian was injured and is currently in unknown condition after being hit by an 18-wheeler Saturday. According to Richland Police Department Public Information Officer Allison McDonald, the 18-wheeler was traveling southbound on Highway 49 when it hit the pedestrian. The pedestrian, who...

FLOWOOD, Miss. (WLBT) - The Flowood Police Department is investigating after a road rage shooting at a Chick-fil-A Saturday night. The incident occurred at the Chick-fil-A on Lakeland Drive near Treetops Boulevard. According to FPD Chief Eric Zetterholm, the victim pulled into the Chick-fil-A and was shot in the foot.

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - AI is here and it’s here to stay. That’s why Snowflake, an AI data sharing company, came to help train state employees to use this technology. They are learning about collecting and sharing data. “The goal here is to bring that workforce development component...

MISSISSIPPI — Jackson police are investigating after a man was found shot to death in a wooded area, according to authorities. Jackson Police Department Chief and Hinds County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Tyree Jones said officers responded on Jan. 10, 2026, to the 5100 block of Livingston Road near Forest Avenue. Upon...

As 2025 closes, it’s worth taking stock of the past year and looking ahead to plans for the coming year. On a personal note, being elected and serving as your Mayor has been incredibly humbling and gratifying. I deeply appreciate the trust the citizens of Clinton have placed in me and pledge to always put your...