Pearl River flood control plan moves forward, Army Corps unveils new initiative
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The major announcement of an approved Pearl River flood control plan took place in the metro on Thursday. After more than four decades, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was directed to move forward with the plan. On Friday, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil...
Texas Southern Seniors Shine as Tigers Dominate Jackson State 82-57 on Senior Day
Texas Southern celebrated senior day with a big win, beating Jackson State 82-57 on Saturday afternoon and gaining important momentum in the SWAC standings. Bef
Jackson State edges Alcorn State 13-8 with key innings
Jackson State won its third straight game Friday night, rallying with big innings to beat Alcorn State 13-8 at Braddy Field.
Cathead’s Crawfish Boil Series attracts large crowd
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – There was a big crowd for Cathead Distillery’s Spring Crawfish Boil Series. “The crawfish is actually pretty good. I was a little scared at first, because I didn’t see the seasoning. But it actually is really good. I cannot complain and the vibes here are amazing,” said Carlos Nelson, an...
JSU Theatre Presents “Everybody Black”
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -As we wrap up Black History Month, Jackson State University Theatre Department is performing the play, “Everybody Black” for its Spring Production. Director Yolanda Williams and actors Isaac Grimes and Tyler Davis joined Studio 3 to discuss the performance. They call it “hilariously funny” and...
Business owners plead guilty to installing faulty fire suppression systems
JACKSON, Miss. (WTVA) — Two business owners pleaded guilty to installing faulty fire suppression systems in central Mississippi. Daniel and Sherri Finnegan, owners of Finnegan Fire Safety Equipment, pleaded guilty on Tuesday in Rankin County, according to the Mississippi Insurance Department. Daniel Finnegan will...
Air quality alert issued for Rankin County
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - The Rankin County Emergency Operations has alerted the public that there is an air quality alert in the county. As of 9:00 a.m., the Air Quality Index was 153, which falls in the unhealthy category, according to RCEO. The organization gave a list of precautions...
Thousands Advised to Stay Inside in Mississippi
Residents in parts of the state face pollution in the “unhealthy” Air Quality Index category on Sunday morning, data shows.
Hogue wins at Dixie National Show – Marietta first grader knows Herefords
Local first grader and veteran in the stock show arena, Lainey Page Hogue, traveled to Jackson, Mississippi, last week for the Dixie National Livestock Show and came home with three champion banners. Hogue, the daughter of Chad and Jordan Hogue, has been showing “mini” Hereford cattle for three years, with...
Tiles in Bloom at The Raymond Venue
RAYMOND, Miss. (WJTV) – Tiles in Bloom will be held at The Raymond Venue on the historic Raymond Square. The event will be held on April 18, 2026, and will feature tablescapes, friendly competition, food and open play from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tablescapes will begin set up at 4:00 p.m.
