MEMA, Entergy prepare for Hurricane Isaias impacts
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) urged residents to prepare for Hurricane Isaias. Isaias was forecast to intensify rapidly and bring strong winds and a...
View ArticleMississippi lawmakers discuss fuel tax relief
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Mississippi has yet to join other states by temporarily pausing the state's fuel tax, as fuel prices are high due to the conflict in the Middle East. So far, truckers and...
View ArticleMississippi launches joint task force to fight fraud
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Attorney General Lynn Fitch (R-Miss.) and federal leaders launched Joint Task Force Vigilance on October 6, 2026. They said the task force will help fight fraud, protect...
View ArticleOctober 5 is the voter registration deadline in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - October 5, 2026, is the last day for Mississippians to register to vote for the November 3, 2026, general election. The Loaded Initiative encouraged voter participation by...
View ArticleCity addresses USDA inspection that cited Jackson Zoo for moldy food, disrepairs
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The City of Jackson is responding after a recent United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) report found moldy food, pests and disrepairs at the Jackson Zoo. The routine...
View ArticleRising prices continue to impact Mississippians
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Inflation and the conflict between the United States and Iran are contributing to higher prices Mississippians pay everyday. State Economist Corey Miller said inflation did not...
View ArticleDevelopers aim to bring more grocery stores to Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A massive redevelopment project is underway in the City of Jackson. According to the developers, their vision includes everything from affordable housing to grocery stores. Kyle...
View ArticleAg commissioner calls for fuel relief for Mississippi workers, farmers
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson (R-Miss.) called on Mississippi leaders to declare an economic emergency and take action to lower fuel costs for Mississippi...
View ArticleJury split on verdict in manslaughter case against two former Capitol police...
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A Hinds County jury reached a verdict for one former Capitol police officer, who was charged with manslaughter in the 2022 death of Jaylen Lewis. The jury found Stephen...
View ArticleFormer Capitol police officers accused of killing Jaylen Lewis testify
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The state rested its case on September 25, 2026, against two former Capitol police officers, who where charged with manslaughter in the 2022 death of Jaylen Lewis. Both Stephen...
View ArticleManslaughter trial continues for two ex-Capitol officers
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - A jury continued to hear testimony on September 24, 2026, in the manslaughter trial of two former Capitol police officers, who were charged in the death of Jaylen Lewis. Stephen...
View ArticleTrial begins for two Capitol police officers charged in death of Jaylen Lewis
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Testimony began on September 23, 2026, in the trial of two former Capitol police officers, who were charged in connection to the shooting death of Jaylen Lewis. Stephen...
View ArticleFire destroys several units at Jackson apartment complex
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Several residents lost their homes during a fire at a Jackson apartment complex. The fire occurred at The Park at Marsala Apartments on Hospital Drive on September 21, 2026....
View ArticleReservoir police arrest 2 after fatal boating collision
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - Reservoir police announced two men were arrested after a fatal boating collision. Interim Reservoir Police Chief Patrick LeBrun said the incident occurred on the river...
View ArticleHigh airfares hit travelers at Jackson airport
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Rising fuel costs have put more pressure on consumers, including frequent flyers. Passengers at the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport said high airfares are...
View ArticleOxford prepares for Kiffin's return ahead of game against LSU
OXFORD, Miss. (WJTV) - Oxford is expected to be crowded this weekend for the Ole Miss vs. LSU football game, which includes the return of former Ole Miss head football coach Lane Kiffin, who left the...
View ArticleShad White considering 2027 gubernatorial bid
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - State Auditor Shad White has yet to announce what he will run for ahead of the 2027 election. “I'm not going to run for state auditor again," White told WJTV 12 News. He was...
View ArticleHitachi Energy expansion to create 654 jobs in Mississippi
COPIAH COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) - Hitachi Energy will expand its operations at its transformer manufacturing factory in Copiah County. Officials said the project represents a corporate investment of $528...
View ArticleMississippi receives $104M for rural healthcare
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Gov. Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) announced 167 awards totaling more than $104 million through the Mississippi Rural Health Transformation Program. The awards are part of Mississippi’s...
View ArticleJackson City Council passes budget for Fiscal Year 2027
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - On September 11, 2026, the Jackson City Council passed a budget for Fiscal Year 2027. The budget passed by a vote of 5-1. The capital city's total budget will be about $340...
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