Murrah High School shifts to virtual learning due to ‘heating system failure’
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Murrah High School is shifting to virtual learning for the remainder of Tuesday due to a heating ...
First Alert Forecast: Wintery weather is closing in for some portions of central Mississippi
We have issued another First Alert Weather Day in response to today’s expected frigid temperatures. Highs will remain in the ...
‘Yes... I’m doing it’: Jackson Mayor again says he’s running for re-election
There has been much speculation around whether Lumumba would seek a third term in the wake of his five-count indictment in ...
First Alert Weather: Shelters opening ahead of wintry conditions
Mayor Lumumba and his staff didn’t waste any time putting together a plan to stay ahead of the cold weather. During his ...
Nissan and Honda begin talk about a merger
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The automotive world is buzzing with the news of a potential merger between Honda and Nissan. While ...
18-hole disc golf course in Jackson expected to officially open next week
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - More than a year after funding was set aside for the work, an 18-hole disc golf course is expected to ...
Teen charged after attempting to steal reserve officer’s vehicle at Jackson gas station
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A teen was arrested on Sunday in connection with an attempted carjacking at a Jackson gas station. A ...
City councilman tied to Jackson bribery scandal raises concerns about proposed protective order
Ward Six Councilman Aaron Banks, along with Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba, and Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens ...
Two female hostages freed during standoff at Yazoo City apartments; suspect in custody
Sheriff McCoy said two hostages have been freed, but the suspect is still inside of the apartments and is armed.
Member of Jackson City Council not seeking re-election
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - After two terms in office, Jackson City Council President Virgi Lindsay is not running ...
Bogalusa Mayor Tyrin Truong booked for allegedly soliciting prostitutes; selling drugs, guns
Bogalusa Mayor Tyrin Truong and other suspects are booked with soliciting prostitutes & selling drugs. State Police says the group sold drugs through social media, bought guns with the profits and ...