Jackson MS

RIDGELAND — A church next to Costco plans to build a new, separate sanctuary building that will more than double its campus size. Word of Life is preparing for a project to build the 24,000 square foot sanctuary at its location off the Highland Colony Parkway. Ridgeland Public Works...

RIDGELAND—Police officers could have new and upgraded service weapons as early as May. The Ridgeland Police Department will purchase 69 new Glock 45 handguns with mounted red-dot sights, attachable flashlights, and corresponding holsters, according to Ridgeland Police Chief Brian Myers. Myers said the Glock 45 is the...

Those tree limbs which snapped all across Clinton during last month’s ice storm will be picked up—but it’s going to take some time. “Honestly, the main thing is patience,” says Public Works Director Phillip Lilley. “One [limb] truck is traveling the whole city.”. The Board...

BRANDON — Families looking for an afternoon of outdoor fun or looking for an introduction into the world of horses can head to Brandon on April 4 for Pony Ride Day at Strong River Equine Center. The three-hour event is scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. at the equine...

Mississippi College has earned statewide recognition for the strength of its Master of Business Administration program, which has been named one of the top MBA programs in Mississippi for 2026 by MBAschools.org. The distinction highlights the university’s continued commitment to preparing professionals who are ready...

Mississippi’s alcohol industry is in crisis due to operating changes and delays at the state-run Alcoholic Beverage Control warehouse through which most alcohol in the state has to pass.

CANTON, Miss. (WLBT) - Canton’s Civil Rights history is remembered with a state designation at the site of a focal point for activists. This Madison County town overcame oppression through the diligent efforts of a couple who opened the door to house a growing movement. A Mississippi Freedom Trail...

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Mayor John Horhn says Jackson is on the “precipice of something great.”. Hours after introducing his choice for the city’s next top cop, Horhn was optimistic all the ingredients were finally in place to get a handle on one of the biggest issues plaguing the city for years - crime.

JACKSON — A 27-year-old Jackson woman has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with a fatal shooting earlier this week at an apartment complex on Raymond Road, police said. Jackson Police Department officials said Jamecia Harper, 27, was taken into custody by Robbery/Homicide Unit detectives for her...

Two actions by the Board of Aldermen should result in neater restrooms at Clinton’s city parks while providing a way to deter vandalism at one of the newest park facilities. The Board on February 3 approved an agreement with Prewitt Contract Services, Inc. (PCS) to provide a full-time janitor to clean the restrooms,...