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Jackson launches pilot program to combat blight

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A new program by the City of Jackson seeks to fight blight within the city. According to Jackson City Council President Vernon Hartley, Ward 5, the Blight and Neighborhood...

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Mississippi farmer concerned about beef import plan

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - President Donald Trump announced a plan to import beef with the aim of lowering prices for customers, but one Mississippi farmer said he hopes this is a one-time decision. Andy...

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Mississippi to receive nearly $189M from Meta settlement

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Mississippi is expected to get nearly $189 million over the next 10 years as part of a $17 billion multi-state settlement with Meta. Attorney General Lynn Fitch (R-Miss.) said...

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Fire destroys Mercy House aftercare home

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - One of Mercy House's aftercare homes was damaged by a fire during the early morning hours of August 27, 2026, after being struck by lightning. Mercy House officials said...

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Vicksburg Warren School District implements new electronic devices policy

VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) - There are new rules surrounding phones and electronic devices in the Vicksburg Warren School District (VWSD). On July 31, 2026, the district updated its electronic devices...

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Mississippi lawmakers eye PERS debt as system faces $26B shortfall

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Mississippi has a large bill to pay to cut down on the approximately $26 billion debt tied to the Public Employees' Retirement System of Mississippi (PERS). The Mississippi...

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Prostate cancer awareness event held at Mississippi State Capitol

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Prostate cancer survivors, along with health and medical experts, want men to understand how important it is to get screened for the disease. The "You Are Not Alone Prostate...

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Mississippi operation targets credit card skimmers

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Multiple law enforcement agencies across Mississippi took part in a statewide operation to identify and report credit card skimmers that are used to steal personal information....

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Jackson police to help with security at JSU football games

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Jackson City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding between the city and Jackson State University (JSU) to provide officers at JSU football games for the 2026...

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Jackson City Council faces budget deadline

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Jackson City Council is up against a deadline to approve a new budget. They have less than two weeks to pass it. Some councilmembers may have to put some of their...

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