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  • Sunday, May 19 2013 10:53 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:53:15 GMT
    JPD searched a Jackson Home at 846 Brandon Ave., Saturday that netted four arrests, a variety of drugs and $1,500. "On May 18, 2013, The Jackson Police Department's Vice and Narcotics Unit responded to
    JPD searched a Jackson Home at 846 Brandon Ave., Saturday that netted four arrests, a variety of drugs and $1,500.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 10:35 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:35:37 GMT
    Authorities have recovered the body of a 10-year-old boy who apparently drowned after an all-terrain vehicle overturned in a Mississippi creek. The search for the boy's younger brother continued Sunday. Columbus
    Authorities have recovered the body of a 6-year-old boy who apparently drowned after an all-terrain vehicle overturned in a Mississippi creek. The search for the boy's older brother continued Sunday.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 9:11 PM EDT2013-05-20 01:11:48 GMT
    Clinton H.S. students evacuated the school after the threat
    Thursday Clinton police arrested a Clinton Alternative School student in connection with several recent bomb threats to Clinton High School. Police now say more people will be arrested in connection with
    Police now say more people will be arrested in connection with the threats.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 7:29 PM EDT2013-05-19 23:29:27 GMT
    Jackson mayoral candidates will face off in another forum to explain their views on public schools in the capital city. The forum was scheduled be start at 6 p.m. Sunday in the community room of the Jackson
    Jackson mayoral candidates will face off in another forum to explain their views on public schools in the capital city.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 5:35 PM EDT2013-05-19 21:35:57 GMT
    A body discovered in Clinton Saturday night has led to a homicide investigation. Hinds County Coroner Sharon Grisham Stewart confirms a body was discovered, although few other details are known. The body
    Clinton Police Department's Interim Chief Mike Warren said upon further investigation, it appears an disagreement over a woman may have led to the death of a Jackson man.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 4:41 PM EDT2013-05-19 20:41:19 GMT
    MDOT wants to alert motorists to work that will be going on at I-20 between Airport and Pearson Roads on Sunday. There will be construction with the westbound outside lane(s) affected. The work should
    MDOT wants to alert motorists to work that will be going on at I-20 between Airport and Pearson Roads on Sunday.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 1:59 PM EDT2013-05-19 17:59:29 GMT
    By MICHAEL BRICK Associated Press The judge ascended the bench. He looked down at cafeteria-style tables marked "Prosecuting Attorney" and "Defense Attorney." To his left, two men sat in a box marked
    In mental hospitals across the country, psychiatrists prepare criminal defendants for trial using innovative therapies.

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 10:00 PM EDT2013-05-19 02:00:02 GMT
    Observers are predicting a speedy confirmation to the federal bench for Jackson attorney Debra M. Brown. If confirmed, Brown would become the state's first black female district judge. Carl Tobias, a
    Observers are predicting a speedy confirmation to the federal bench for Jackson attorney Debra M. Brown.

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 9:42 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:42:38 GMT
    Pearl celebrates a milestone during its annual city celebration. Pearl Day is bigger this year as the Rankin County city celebrates the 40th anniversary of its founding. The usual favorites, such as
    Pearl celebrates a milestone during its annual city celebration.

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 8:53 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:53:38 GMT
    History came alive Saturday in Hinds County for the commemorative Battle of Champion Hill, near Raymond. The 150th anniversary re-enactment was a celebration and remembrance for those who fought at what
    History came alive Saturday in Hinds County for the commemorative Battle of Champion Hill, near Raymond.

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 8:20 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:20:30 GMT
    An accident combined with interstate roadwork causes headaches for motorists Saturday afternoon in Rankin county. Traffic was practically brought to a standstill on I-20 in Pearl at the Airport Road exit
    An accident combined with interstate roadwork causes headaches for motorists Saturday afternoon in Rankin County.

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 4:34 PM EDT2013-05-18 20:34:38 GMT
    Forty-five teams rowed through the Ross Barnett Reservoir Saturday morning for the 5th annual "Dragon Boat Regatta." The Regatta is put on by the Madison County Chamber of Commerce. The teams which represent
    An ancient 2,000 year old Chinese tradition made its way back to the Ross Barnett Reservoir in Ridgeland on Saturday. Hundreds of rowers worked their arms to the max during the Madison County of Chamber's 5th annual "Dragon Boat Regatta."

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 3:53 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:53:10 GMT
    The body of a drowned fisherman has been found in the Escatawpa River. The Jackson County Sheriff's Department says the body of Timothy Gordon Sr. of Moss Point was found about 12 p.m. Saturday, the Mississippi
    The body of a drowned fisherman has been found in the Escatawpa River.

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 2:39 PM EDT2013-05-18 18:39:09 GMT
    Former Biloxi Mayor Pete Halat, now free from prison, still says he had no part in a murder plot that led to him spending almost 16 years in federal prison. Halat said he had "absolutely nothing" to do
    Former Biloxi Mayor Pete Halat, now free from prison, still says he had no part in a murder plot that led to him spending almost 16 years in federal prison.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 11:36 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:36:31 GMT
    Most people don't think twice about paying with plastic. But that changed for some customers at a Byram Mexican restaurant this week. Duplicate charges from Mama Kio's grill started showing up on credit
    Most people don't think twice about paying with plastic. But that changed for some customers at a Byram Mexican restaurant this week.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 10:29 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:29:50 GMT
    Jackson police are trying find out who is responsible for shooting into a house on Davis Street. Officer Colendula Green with JPD says people were inside the house when the shooting happened, but no one
    Jackson police are trying to determine who is responsible for shooting into two houses on Davis Street Friday night.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 8:01 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:01:21 GMT
    Members of the Boy Scouts of America, are opposing a move to become more tolerant to homosexuals, within their own organization. Friday members of a Boy Scouts sub-group calling themselves, 'On My Honor'
    Members of the Boy Scouts of America, are opposing a move to become more tolerant to homosexuals, within their own organization.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 7:54 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:54:10 GMT
    Emotions ran high Friday at Steen's Creek Elementary School in Florence during an awards ceremony. A kindergarten student received a special award from a very special guest and she was not the only one
    Emotions ran high Friday at Steen's Creek Elementary School in Florence during an awards ceremony. A kindergarten student received a special award from a very special guest and she was not the only one surprised by this familiar face.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 7:46 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:46:53 GMT
    Governor Phil Bryant hopped on his Harley and took a spin around the State Capitol Friday morning, but only after greeting some of those taking part in the Run for the Wall. This week and next week, bikers
    Governor Phil Bryant took part in a special event Friday morning, ahead of the Run to the Wall motorcycle ride from California to Washington, D.C.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 7:31 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:31:24 GMT
    Members of the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics raided a house on Highway 49 in Florence this afternoon. Witnesses say officers surrounded the house with guns drawn wearing riot gear. Florence police who
    Members of the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics raided a house on Highway 49 in Florence this afternoon.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 7:26 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:26:43 GMT
    Damage to homes and vehicles from the March 18th hail storm in the Jackson area is about 265-million dollars according to Mississippi Department of Insurance figures. Body shops have all the business they
    Damage to homes and vehicles from the March 18th hail storm in the Jackson area is about 265-million dollars according to Mississippi Department of Insurance figures. Body shops have all the business they can handle, but you can still get hail damage repaired pretty quickly, if you shop around.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 6:02 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:02:47 GMT
    MDOT will begin work on the widening and reconstruction of I-55, from Byram to McDowell Road, Monday, May 20. Work will be going on 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Monday through Friday, between 6 a.m.
    MDOT will begin work on the widening and reconstruction of I-55, from Byram to McDowell Road, Monday, May 20. Work will be going on 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 5:39 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:39:37 GMT
    When 26 year old Ryan Estep of Florence was behind the wheel of his truck back in August of 2005, he never expected his life was about to change. "We were only going about 45 miles per hour. We weren't
    When 26 year old Ryan Estep of Florence was behind the wheel of his truck back in August of 2005, he never expected his life was about to change.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 5:24 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:24:40 GMT
    Monday afternoon Clinton High School was evacuated for the second school day in a row due to a bomb threat. According to the Sandi Beason with the Clinton Public School District, the high school received
    Thursday Clinton police arrested a Clinton Alternative School student in connection with several recent bomb threats to Clinton High School, and this isn't the first time he's made the news.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 4:11 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:11:13 GMT
    Former Mendenhall Police Chief Donald "Bruce" Barlow was arrested by Federal Bureau of Investigation agents Thursday. According to the FBI Barlow was arrested at his residence in Mendenhall around noon
    A former Mississippi police chief already charged with demanding money or property in exchange for dropping criminal charges against people has been indicted on nine new counts.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 3:53 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:53:51 GMT
    We had a historic anniversary this week in Jackson. It was 150 years ago last Tuesday that General Grant and the Union Army invaded Jackson during the Civil War, on their way to Vicksburg. I have always
    We had a historic anniversary this week in Jackson. It was 150 years ago last Tuesday that General Grant and the Union Army invaded Jackson during the Civil War, on their way to Vicksburg. I have always heard that Jackson was more or less burned to the ground, but turns out, that may be less true than more.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 9:28 AM EDT2013-05-17 13:28:42 GMT
    Multiple people have been transported from the scene of a vehicle crash at Terry and Siwell roads. Emergency medical service personnel on the scene said the driver of a black truck had a seizure and rear-ended
    Multiple people were injured in a crash at Terry and Siwell roads in Byram Thursday night.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 9:15 AM EDT2013-05-17 13:15:40 GMT
    It's pretty easy to spot hail damaged cars in the Metro. More than 75,000 home and auto claims have been submitted from the March 18th hail storm, which could carry a $300 million price tag. "(It) is
    It's pretty easy to spot hail damaged cars in the Metro. More than 75,000 home and auto claims have been submitted from the March 18 hail storm, which could carry a $300 million price tag.

  • Friday, May 17 2013 8:58 AM EDT2013-05-17 12:58:19 GMT
    He's a Mississippi icon of the civil rights movement and even though he was gunned down 50 years ago at his home in Jackson, the name Medgar Evers is still synonymous with big change. "Fifty years ago
    He's a Mississippi icon of the Civil Rights movement and after he was tragically gunned down 50 years ago at his home in Jackson, the name Medgar Evers is still synonymous with big change.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:00:29 GMT
    Child molestation, statutory rape, sexual battery, they're all classified as sex crimes. Those convicted will live with their felony record until they die and must remain on the state's sex-offender registry.
    Child molestation, statutory rape, sexual battery, they're all classified as sex crimes. Those convicted will live with their felony record until they die and must remain on the state's sex-offender registry.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 10:24 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:24:57 GMT
    A tip to police landed two men in jail after a raid on a west Jackson house Thursday night. It happened in the 100 block of Alabama Street. Jackson police say a Chevy Avalanche, reported stolen in Hinds
    Jackson police say a Chevy Avalanche, reported stolen in Hinds County in 2011, was recovered during a raid at a west Jackson house Thursday.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 9:37 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:37:37 GMT
    WILKINSON COUNTY, MS (Mississippi News Now) - Multiple agencies are searching for a boater who went missing in Wilkinson County Wednesday morning. According to Wilkinson County Sheriff Reginald Jackson,
    Multiple agencies are searching for a boater who went missing in Wilkinson County Wednesday morning.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 8:26 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:26:35 GMT
    Jackson Police are investigating an overnight vandalism incident at Beth Israel Congregation on Old Canton road. Police say sometime overnight, someone broke several windows, and etched the words "Jew" in
    Jackson police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are investigating vandalism at Beth Israel Congregation on Old Canton Road.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 7:53 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:53:36 GMT
    Hinds County Supervisors could face a situation where they are two members down, if current supervisor Phil Fisher gets elected mayor of Clinton. At least two board members have opposing viewpoints when
    Hinds County Supervisors could face a situation where they are two members down, if current supervisor Phil Fisher gets elected mayor of Clinton. At least two board members have opposing viewpoints when it comes to filling the vacancies.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 7:49 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:49:58 GMT
    Jackson Public School officials say police responded to a fight between students on the campus of Forest Hill High School Thursday afternoon. Multiple Jackson police officers responded to the school around
    Jackson Public School officials say police responded to a fight between students on the campus of Forest Hill High School Thursday afternoon.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 7:32 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:32:32 GMT
    Thursday the Social Security Administration released the list of the most popular baby names in Mississippi in 2012. Once again William made the top of the list for most popular baby boy names. William
    Thursday the Social Security Administration released the list of the most popular baby names in Mississippi in 2012.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 6:40 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:40:25 GMT
    The Mississippi Highway Patrol has issued a Silver Alert for a 77-year-man missing since midnight. Paul White has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. White, a white male, is 5-feet, 10-inches tall
    The Jackson man who was the subject of a Silver Alert Thursday morning has been located. Seventy-seven-year-old Paul White had been missing since midnight.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 3:34 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:34:04 GMT
    Jackson Prep has gotten its hands on one of those 3D printers you've been hearing about. The proper name for the machine is the MakerBot Replicatie 2x. Benjamin Wilkinson, a 9th grader at the school,
    Jackson Prep has gotten its hands on one of those 3D printers you've been hearing about. The proper name for the machine is the MakerBot Replicator 2x.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 1:57 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:57:47 GMT
    A Pearl man will spend the next 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of gratification of lust involving children. District Attorney Michael Guest announced Thursday that 36-year-old
    A Pearl man will spend the next 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of gratification of lust involving children.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 12:58 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:58:20 GMT
    (WMC TV) -
    A combination of aggressive collections and an honest conscience has one father living a lesson in humility.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 12:32 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:32:47 GMT
    Firefighters were able to contain a mobile home blaze to two rooms Thursday morning, saving the Hinds County residence. A Hinds County Emergency Operations Center spokesperson says the fire occurred at 5028
    Firefighters were able to contain a mobile home blaze to two rooms Thursday morning, saving the Hinds County residence.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 9:23 AM EDT2013-05-16 13:23:34 GMT
    Powerball fever is on the rise with the jackpot at $360 million dollars, the third highest in history. Thousands of lottery hopefuls in the Magnolia State are hitting the road to try their luck. Mississippians
    After Powerball fever hit Wednesday with the jackpot at $360 million, the third highest in history, there are sure to be even more hopefuls as the winning total soars to $475 million with no Wednesday winner.

  • Thursday, May 16 2013 8:58 AM EDT2013-05-16 12:58:19 GMT
    A school resource officer broke up a fight at Vicksburg Junior High School with pepper spray Monday. But some students not involved in the fight got caught in the crossfire. "Just said her eyes started
    A school resource officer broke up a fight at Vicksburg Junior High School with pepper spray Monday, but some students not involved in the fight got caught in the crossfire.

  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 10:00 PM EDT2013-05-16 02:00:16 GMT
    Just how well do you know your favorite Metro restaurant? A special investigation reveals the dirtiest kitchens in Hinds, Rankin and Madison Counties. You may not always remember to check the restaurant
    Just how well do you know your favorite Metro restaurant? A special investigation reveals the lowest scoring kitchens in Hinds, Rankin and Madison Counties.

  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:06 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:06:17 GMT
    This week high school seniors across the metro are preparing for graduation. Some however, are not able to walk across the stage, because they have not met state testing standards. Now there are concerns
    High rate of failure of state tests, causes state officials to hold emergency exam session.

  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:15 PM EDT2013-05-15 23:15:16 GMT
    There was an armed robbery and an attempted armed robbery in the Belhaven area in the past week, but the Jackson Police Officer investigating only filed one report. Now, that officer's superior wants to
    There was an armed robbery and an attempted armed robbery in the Belhaven area, but the Jackson Police Officer investigating only filed one report. Now, that officer's superior wants to know why.

  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:46 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:46:00 GMT
    More support is thrown behind democratic candidate Jonathan Lee. This comes on the heels of an endorsement by city of Jackson Councilman Frank Blunston who was ousted in the runoff election for mayor of
    More support is thrown behind democratic candidate Jonathan Lee. This comes on the heels of an endorsement by city of Jackson Councilman Frank Blunston who was ousted in the Democratic Primary election for mayor of Jackson.

  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:09 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:09:31 GMT
    For anyone serving time in regards to the death of a law enforcement officer, Governor Phil Bryant says, pretty soon, an early release will be out of the question. "Those cases involving the loss of
    For anyone serving time in regards to the death of a law enforcement officer, Governor Phil Bryant says, pretty soon, an early release will be out of the question.

  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:35 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:35:13 GMT
    The Fanning Water Association has issued a boil-water alert for customers who receive drinking water from their supply. This affects more than 7,000 customers in Rankin County. Water system officials
    The Fannin Water Association has lifted the precautionary boil water alert for customers who receive drinking water from their supply.

  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 2:37 PM EDT2013-05-15 18:37:11 GMT
    The Jackson Police Department's annual Jackson Police Memorial is taking place outside of the department headquarters Wednesday morning. Hundreds of officers and family members of victims are in attendance
    The Jackson Police Department's annual Jackson Police Memorial is taking place outside of the department headquarters Wednesday morning.

  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 1:59 PM EDT2013-05-15 17:59:08 GMT
    The Copiah County Sheriff's Department is investigating a fatal accident. The accident happened on Six Mile Road. Sheriff Harold Jones says the accident was reported shortly after eight Tuesday night.
    The Copiah County Sheriff's Department is investigating a fatal car accident. The crash happened on Six Mile Road Tuesday night.

  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 1:51 PM EDT2013-05-15 17:51:42 GMT
    A new email scam reels recipients in with claims that the sender is a military officer and needs help safekeeping two trunks that have just arrived in the US. Attorney General Jim Hood says the unsolicited
    A new email scam reels recipients in with claims that the sender is a military officer and needs help safekeeping two trunks that need to be sent to the U.S.

  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:12 AM EDT2013-05-15 13:12:04 GMT
    Stephanie Morris' 12-year-old and 7-year-old twin girls went from having fun to being terrified while jumping on the trampoline Sunday night. The girls came running inside and Morris knew something was
    Stephanie Morris' 12-year-old and 7-year-old twin girls went from having fun to being terrified while jumping on the trampoline Sunday night. The girls came running inside and Morris knew something was wrong.

  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 8:41 AM EDT2013-05-15 12:41:09 GMT
    In a week, the two Democratic candidates for Mayor of Jackson will find out who will face an independent challenger for the city's top office. There was a humorous take on political debate in an event

    In less than a week, the two Democratic candidates for Mayor of Jackson will find out who will face an independent challenger for the city's top office.

  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:26 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:26:08 GMT
    At Tuesday's Jackson City Council meeting, social activist Stephanie Parker-Weaver addressed the council and asked them to continue to support her non-profit group "The Rebirth Alliance", which she says
    Social activist Stephanie Parker-Weaver thanked Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson and the council during Tuesday's meeting, and said doctors are telling her "this is it".

  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:45 PM EDT2013-05-14 23:45:57 GMT
    The driver of a Chevy SUV apparently lost control of her vehicle approaching a sharp curve on Lamar Street in downtown Jackson Tuesday afternoon. The vehicle slammed into an iron fence that surrounds
    The driver of a Chevy SUV apparently lost control of her vehicle approaching a sharp curve on Lamar Street in downtown Jackson Tuesday afternoon.

  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 3:49 PM EDT2013-05-14 19:49:38 GMT
    The movie theater going up inside the District at Eastover off Frontage Road and Eastover Drive won't be a multi-plex with 14 movie screens, says Ted Duckworth of Duckworth Realty. "More of a boutique
    It's going up at the District at Eastover, a mixed-use development going up at Frontage Road and Eastover Drive.

  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 3:34 PM EDT2013-05-14 19:34:25 GMT
    "A kick in the gut." It's about the only way Executive Director of Animal Rescue Fund of Mississippi Elizabeth Jackson can describe the break-in at the organization's Mayes Street facility after being
    "A kick in the gut." It's about the only way Executive Director of Animal Rescue Fund of Mississippi Elizabeth Jackson can describe the break-in at the organization's Mayes Street facility after being there for only a few months.

  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 3:11 PM EDT2013-05-14 19:11:53 GMT
    This year's Pepsi Pops at the Reservoir has been rescheduled due to weather. The concert, which was originally scheduled for Friday, will now take place Monday. Gates will open at Old Trace Park at the
    The Ross Barnett Reservoir was the place to be Monday night for wonderful live music. Hundreds kicked back to take in the beautiful music and weather at the annual Pepsi Pops event featuring the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra.

  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 12:49 PM EDT2013-05-14 16:49:45 GMT
    The Mississippi Roadside Zoo in Collins has lost its exhibitor license after 43 years. The U. S. Department of Agriculture revoked the license following an undercover investigation and legal complaints
    he Mississippi Roadside Zoo in Collins has lost its exhibitor license after 43 years. The U. S. Department of Agriculture revoked the license following an undercover investigation and legal complaints to state and federal officials by the Humane Society of the United States.

  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:15 AM EDT2013-05-14 14:15:44 GMT
    Reservoir residents got the chance Monday night to give their input on what's being called a "master plan" for the Pearl River Valley Water Supply District. "It's a 33,000 acre lake with about 17,000
    Reservoir residents got the chance Monday night to give their input on what's being called a "master plan" for the Pearl River Valley Water Supply District. "It's a 33,000 acre lake with about 17,000

  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:35 AM EDT2013-05-14 13:35:51 GMT
    Imagine having to wear goulashes just to cut your grass or even get to your car in the driveway. That's what's happening to the resident of 48-35 South Drive in northwest Jackson. He called 3 On Your Side
    Imagine having to wear golashes just to cut your grass or even get to your car in the driveway. That's what's happening to the resident of 48-35 South Drive in northwest Jackson.

  • Monday, May 13 2013 9:06 PM EDT2013-05-14 01:06:58 GMT
    A Rankin County second grader has landed one of the lead roles in a movie starring Katherine Heigl, Patrick Wilson and Jordana Brewster. Aiden Flowers of Brandon is a student at StoneBridge Elementary
    A Rankin County second grader has landed one of the lead roles in a movie starring Katherine Heigl, Patrick Wilson and Jordana Brewster.

  • Monday, May 13 2013 7:34 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:34:13 GMT
    515 canton club cicle 2am jackson 6 blcka males broke into a house. one of suspects held family at gunpoint while the others canvessed the home. the family was robbed of various items. One of the vics
    Jackson police confirm two 17-year-olds have been charged in the weekend home invasion and armed robbery of a Jackson family.

  • Monday, May 13 2013 7:21 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:21:20 GMT
    The Mississippi Bureau of Investigations has finished it's investigation of on the shooting death of Jackson Police Detective Eric Smith. It happened April fourth when gunshots rang out inside the Jackson
    The Mississippi Bureau of Investigations has finished it's investigation of on the shooting death of Jackson Police Detective Eric Smith. It happened April fourth when gunshots rang out inside the Jackson police headquarters.

  • Monday, May 13 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-05-13 21:20:09 GMT
    With insurance companies a big part of payouts to doctors and hospitals, the state's largest insurer, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi is about to make some payout cuts. "These cuts are designed
    The state's largest private insurance provider is about to make cuts to how much reimbursement money is paid out to healthcare providers.

  • Monday, May 13 2013 12:00 PM EDT2013-05-13 16:00:08 GMT
    Vicksburg Police have arrested two men in connection with two armed robberies over the weekend. Nineteen-year-old Jonathan Clark, Jr. and a 16-year-old juvenile are charged with armed robbery, aggravated
    Vicksburg Police have arrested two men in connection with two armed robberies over the weekend. Nineteen-year-old Jonathan Clark, Jr. and a 16-year-old juvenile are charged with armed robbery and aggravated assault, kidnapping and armed carjacking.

  • Sunday, May 12 2013 10:24 PM EDT2013-05-13 02:24:53 GMT
    The man leading the race for Jackson mayor just picked up support from a former opponent. Ward 4 Councilman Frank Bluntson endorsed businessman Jonathan Lee Sunday. Lee received 34% of the vote and
    The man leading the race for Jackson mayor just picked up support from a former opponent.

  • Sunday, May 12 2013 10:03 PM EDT2013-05-13 02:03:35 GMT
    Shots rang out in west Jackson today, leaving one man injured. Officers responded to the 100 block of Horseshoe Circle, near the intersection of Palmyra Street. JPD Officer Colendula Green says one man
    Shots rang out in west Jackson today, leaving one man injured.

  • Sunday, May 12 2013 9:49 PM EDT2013-05-13 01:49:31 GMT
    Riding through the fields Scott Cannada farms near Edwards, it's easy to see why he's worried about this year's crop. Water is standing between the rows of corn he planted three weeks late, some of it
    Riding through the fields of Scott Cannada's farms near Edwards, it's easy to see why he's worried about this year's crop.

  • Sunday, May 12 2013 7:33 PM EDT2013-05-12 23:33:46 GMT
    A multi-vehicle accident on I-20 westbound Sunday resulted in several people being transported to the hospital. The accident occurred just before 4 p.m. Sunday right before the Springridge Road Exit. When
    A multi-vehicle accident on I-20 westbound Sunday resulted in several people being transported to the hospital.

  • Sunday, May 12 2013 3:55 PM EDT2013-05-12 19:55:13 GMT
    An unfinished 2012 audit of Warren County says Circuit Clerk Shelly Ashley-Palmertree owes the county more than previously thought and supervisors will ask for payback this week. The five-member board
    An unfinished 2012 audit of Warren County says Circuit Clerk Shelly Ashley-Palmertree owes the county more than previously thought and supervisors will ask for payback this week.

  • Sunday, May 12 2013 3:29 PM EDT2013-05-12 19:29:19 GMT
    Runners laced up their shoes to run for a cause at the Old Trace Park on the Reservoir Saturday evening. The inaugural "Run up for Downs 5-K drew nearly 500 participants. It's part of a larger goal
    Runners laced up their shoes to run for a cause at the Old Trace Park on the Reservoir Saturday evening.

  • Saturday, May 11 2013 10:11 PM EDT2013-05-12 02:11:12 GMT
    Metro area women rolled up their sleeves, pulled back their hair and got dirty to help a mother and her family build a priceless Mother's Day gift. There were some strong women who carried a heavy wooden
    Metro area women rolled up their sleeves, pulled back their hair and got dirty to help a mother and her family build a priceless Mother's Day gift.

  • Saturday, May 11 2013 8:57 PM EDT2013-05-12 00:57:04 GMT
    Civil rights activist and author Dr. Myrlie Evers-Williams delivered the main address at The University of Mississippi's 160th commencement Saturday. She charged students to soar, not only for themselves
    Civil rights activist and author Dr. Myrlie Evers-Williams delivered the main address at The University of Mississippi's 160th commencement Saturday.

  • Saturday, May 11 2013 3:11 PM EDT2013-05-11 19:11:55 GMT
    A former Memphis, Tenn., police officer who was involved in a fatal crash that killed two Mississippi residents has been indicted. The former officer, 24-year-old Alex Beard, is charged with vehicular
    A former Memphis, Tenn., police officer who was involved in a fatal crash that killed two Mississippi residents has been indicted.

  • Saturday, May 11 2013 12:20 AM EDT2013-05-11 04:20:11 GMT
    Many Jackson homeowners are spending thousands of dollars replacing their roof from recent hail damage. One Jackson homeowner didn't need her roof repaired, but now she is forced to fork out thousands
    Many Jackson homeowners are spending thousands of dollars replacing their roof from recent hail damage. One Jackson homeowner didn't need her roof repaired, but now she is forced to fork out thousands of dollars after a roofing crew apparently came to the wrong house and began removing shingles. This happened just hours before severe weather set in Thursday night.

  • Friday, May 10 2013 8:50 PM EDT2013-05-11 00:50:57 GMT
    Jackson police say a traffic stop led to the arrest of two men on drug charges Thursday. Police say 28-year-old Aaron Barnes was riding a motor scooter committed a traffic violation in the 3900 block
    Jackson police say a traffic stop during a "city-wide sweep" led to the arrest of two men on drug charges Thursday.

  • Friday, May 10 2013 6:16 PM EDT2013-05-10 22:16:51 GMT
    Madison County election officials are working to finalize Canton's election numbers. Most eyes are on the mayor's race where incumbent William Truly could wind up out of a runoff.Preliminary numbers show
    Arnel Bolden and Canton Mayor Dr. William Truly will meet in a runoff May 21 in the Canton Democratic mayoral primary. Official returns show Bolden with 946 votes and Mayor Truly with 936.

  • Friday, May 10 2013 5:01 PM EDT2013-05-10 21:01:30 GMT
    Mississippi is making a big effort to become one of the top states in the nation in the manufacturing of drones.   The state is now trying to become one of six states where new rules and regulations will
    Mississippi is already a leader in drone manufacture, with three companies making drones here and the industry is expected to take off.

  • Friday, May 10 2013 3:48 PM EDT2013-05-10 19:48:36 GMT
    An Amber Alert has been issued for a Kemper County girl who was kidnapped from her elementary school Tuesday afternoon, according to police. Local, state and federal authorities are searching for 6-year-old
    A third woman appeared in federal court Friday morning on charges related to the kidnapping of 6-year-old Jashayla Hopson from East Kemper Elementary School April 30.

  • Friday, May 10 2013 2:12 PM EDT2013-05-10 18:12:20 GMT
    A Scott County toddler's death has been ruled a homicide after the results of an autopsy performed earlier this week were revealed. According to Scott County Coroner Joe Bradford, 3-year-old Samaria Harris
    A Scott County father and his fiancee are facing charges in the death of the man's 3-year-old daughter.

  • Thursday, May 9 2013 6:54 PM EDT2013-05-09 22:54:17 GMT
    A Ridgeland teenager was arrested at the Rankin County prison for allegedly trying to bring marijuana into the facility while visiting a family member.
    A Ridgeland teenager was arrested at the Rankin County prison for allegedly trying to bring marijuana into the facility while visiting a family member.

  • Thursday, May 9 2013 4:58 PM EDT2013-05-09 20:58:59 GMT
    MHP Major Rusty Barnes is the new Director of the Mississippi Office of Homeland Security. Barnes has been with MPH for more than 25 years and most recently served as the Central Region Commander of the
    MHP Major Rusty Barnes is the new Director of the Mississippi Office of Homeland Security. Barnes has been with MPH for more than 25 years and most recently served as the Central Region Commander of the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation and the statewide Emergency Operations Co-ordinator.

  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 11:40 PM EDT2013-05-09 03:40:23 GMT
    Seven candidates have fought a long and scandalous ridden battle in the Democratic Primary race for the seat for Mayor of Vicksburg. The votes are in, and it appears a questionable past does in fact matter
    Seven candidates have fought a long and scandalous ridden battle in the Democratic Primary race for the seat for Mayor of Vicksburg. The votes are in, and it appears a questionable past does in fact matter to the voters.

  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 7:29 PM EDT2013-05-08 23:29:58 GMT
    Today we take you to another Mississippi town with an odd name. It took its name from a favorite commodity that weary travelers looked forward to when getting there. I guess it could have been called
    Today we take you to another Mississippi town with an odd name. It took its name from a favorite commodity that weary travelers looked forward to when getting there.

  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 5:36 PM EDT2013-05-08 21:36:03 GMT
    Incumbent Pearl Mayor Brad Rogers won soundly over Keith Dennis with 83 percent of the vote in Tuesday's primary election, clinching his 2nd term in office. Rogers says he's glad the campaign is behind
    Pearl Mayor Brad Rogers says economic development on the west side of town will resonate on the east side.

  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 12:24 PM EDT2013-05-08 16:24:05 GMT
    A young Jackson businessman with no political experience has delivered a stunning blow to the incumbent mayor of Jackson. Jonathan Lee pulled out in front and led the field all evening.Lee received 35%
    A young Jackson businessman with no political experience has delivered a stunning blow to the incumbent mayor of Jackson. Jonathan Lee pulled out in front and led the field all evening.

  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 11:17 AM EDT2013-05-08 15:17:13 GMT
    Councilman Chokwe Lumumba is claiming a run off spot in the race for mayor. He entered his campaign celebration at the Clarion Hotel Tuesday night to the chants of "The people must decide". As of nine
    Councilman Chokwe Lumumba is claiming a runoff spot in the race for mayor. He entered his campaign celebration at the Clarion Hotel Tuesday night to the chants of "The people must decide."

  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 11:16 AM EDT2013-05-08 15:16:08 GMT
    Numerous candidates lined the ballot Tuesday in the Party Primary for Mayor of the City of Jackson, and with so many potentials, it's no surprise that the primary election has come down to the final votes. Preliminary
    Numerous candidates lined the ballot Tuesday in the Democratic Primary for Mayor of the City of Jackson, and with so many potentials, it's no surprise that the primary election has come down to a runoff.

  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 11:14 AM EDT2013-05-08 15:14:27 GMT
    Hinds County District 4 Supervisor Phil Fisher is leading two other candidates in the Republican Primary for Clinton Mayor. Fisher leads by a 2-1 margin over former state college board member Ricki Garrett
    Hinds County District 4 Supervisor Phil Fisher is leading two other candidates in the Republican Primary for Clinton Mayor. Fisher leads by a 2-1 margin over former state college board member Ricki Garrett  and  former ward 1 alderman Tony.Hisaw is third with a little more than half the vote counted.

  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 11:31 PM EDT2013-05-08 03:31:01 GMT
    Is it just me, or do every time I turn around someone is being hailed as a "hero?" Last week Jason Collins, an NBA basketball player, publicly announced he was gay. He was constantly being called a hero
    Is it just me, or do every time I turn around someone is being hailed as a "hero?" Last week Jason Collins, an NBA basketball player, publicly announced he was gay.

  • Breaking News

    Tuesday, May 7 2013 4:01 PM EDT2013-05-07 20:01:52 GMT
    One organization is trying to save a death row inmate through DNA testing before his scheduled execution. Mississippians Educating for Smart Justice says the FBI is willing to test Willie J. Manning's
    The Mississippi Supreme Court has issued a stay in the execution of Willie Jerome Manning. The stay was issued a little more than four hours before his scheduled execution. The stay is in effect until the court issues a further order.

  • Friday, May 3 2013 8:54 PM EDT2013-05-04 00:54:42 GMT
    The city of Jackson has hired a Canadian company to rate the quality or inequality of every street in the capitol city. The company called Stantec will be using laser technology to grade the city's streets
    A scientific van is determining where Jackson's worst streets are, and which need immediate paving attention.

  • Friday, May 3 2013 7:05 PM EDT2013-05-03 23:05:12 GMT
    The Masonic Hall in Florence, Mississippi is 100 years old this year. And when they built it, they enclosed a time capsule in the cornerstone. That cornerstone face was removed Thursday morning to reveal what's
    The Masonic Hall in Florence, Mississippi is 100 years old this year. And when they built it, they enclosed a time capsule in the cornerstone. That cornerstone face was removed Thursday morning to reveal what's in the time capsule behind it.

  • Friday, May 3 2013 2:13 PM EDT2013-05-03 18:13:34 GMT
    The final Jackson mayoral forum before the election is set for Sunday and will be moderated by WLBT's Katina Rankin. The Final Forum will be held Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Word Center at 5305 Executive
    The final Jackson mayoral forum before the election is set for Sunday and will be moderated by WLBT's Katina Rankin.

  • Thursday, May 2 2013 6:03 PM EDT2013-05-02 22:03:25 GMT
    I am in favor of Jackson State University building a domed campus stadium instead of continuing to pour money into Memorial Stadium and the Coliseum, but don't believe there is enough population in the
    I am in favor of Jackson State University building a domed campus stadium instead of continuing to pour money into Memorial Stadium and the Coliseum, but don't believe there is enough population in the Jackson Market to support 50,000 seats. Here are some Your Turn comments

  • Wednesday, May 1 2013 8:27 PM EDT2013-05-02 00:27:22 GMT
    A Yazoo City woman was the victim of a home invasion Wednesday afternoon. Yazoo City police say two armed men forced the elderly woman to the floor of her house on Jerry Clower Boulevard around 3:30. The
    A Yazoo City woman was the victim of a home invasion Wednesday afternoon. Yazoo City police say two armed men forced the elderly woman to the floor of her house on Jerry Clower Boulevard around 3:30. The

  • Tuesday, April 30 2013 7:00 PM EDT2013-04-30 23:00:20 GMT
    If you're among the 38% of Americans living paycheck to paycheck, that number reported in a 2012 MoneyWatch report, a family vacation may not top your priority list. There are ways, however, to save up
    If you're among the 38% of Americans living paycheck to paycheck, a family vacation may not top your priority list. There are ways, however, to save up a few hundred dollars in just 12 weeks.

  • Tuesday, April 30 2013 6:00 PM EDT2013-04-30 22:00:25 GMT
    Jackson State University recently announced plans for a $200 million, 50,000 seat domed campus stadium. JSU has been asking for a campus stadium for years. There are several reasons this actually makes
    Jackson State University recently announced plans for a $200 million, 50,000 seat domed campus stadium. JSU has been asking for a campus stadium for years.

  • Monday, April 29 2013 9:47 PM EDT2013-04-30 01:47:58 GMT
    Linda Gale Reed created a frenzy when she disappeared without warning from Copiah County in April 2012. "I don't know how to place a dollar figure on it. When you count, if you were paying the volunteers,
    Linda Gale Reed created a frenzy when she disappeared without warning from Copiah County in April 2012.

  • Sunday, April 28 2013 12:53 PM EDT2013-04-28 16:53:38 GMT
    Some of us saw scattered hit and miss showers and storms this morning that were out ahead of our weak cold front. The front will slowly move southeast throughout the day and as it does, the rain will
    Some of us saw scattered hit and miss showers and storms this morning that were out ahead of our weak cold front

  • Friday, April 26 2013 7:04 PM EDT2013-04-26 23:04:09 GMT
    On Vernon Jones Avenue in Flowood, just off Old Fannin Road east of Jackson, is the Hindu Temple of Mississippi. People who pass this way are getting used to seeing this slice of India in Rankin County. People
    On Vernon Jones Avenue in Flowood, just off Old Fannin Road east of Jackson, is the Hindu Temple of Mississippi.

  • Friday, April 26 2013 6:56 PM EDT2013-04-26 22:56:53 GMT
    There's not much at Bruinsburg anymore. Where the town once was is private property now. An old sign growing into a tree is pretty much the only tangible evidence left. Pretty peaceful considering 150
    There's not much at Bruinsburg anymore. Where the town once was is private property now. An old sign growing into a tree is pretty much the only tangible evidence left. Pretty peaceful considering 150 years ago 17,000 Union troops marched past here on their way to make history.

  • Friday, April 26 2013 4:46 PM EDT2013-04-26 20:46:46 GMT
    The Mississippi River Water Walk 2013 is passing through Mississippi this week. A group of Native American women are carrying a copper bucket of water from the river's source to the mouth of the river
    The Mississippi River Water Walk 2013 is passing through Mississippi this week. A group of Native American women are carrying a copper bucket of water from the river's source to the mouth of the river in the Gulf.

  • Thursday, April 25 2013 7:37 PM EDT2013-04-25 23:37:46 GMT
    Every afternoon they come to this room in the Jackson Medical Mall for some one-on-one work to help boost their grades and their classroom skills.   Dr. Ollie Shirley is the Director of the Jackson Medical
    Every afternoon they come to this room in the Jackson Medical Mall for some one-on-one work to help boost their grades and their classroom skills.

  • Tuesday, April 23 2013 6:30 PM EDT2013-04-23 22:30:27 GMT
    The Boston Marathon is a famous race whose participants show the discipline and determination to run 26.2 miles. The finish line is a place of celebration for those who finish, winning is not near as
    The Boston Marathon is a famous race whose participants show the discipline and determination to run 26.2 miles.

  • Friday, April 19 2013 7:39 PM EDT2013-04-19 23:39:26 GMT
    The people in period clothes and uniforms camped on the grounds of Jefferson College at Washington, Mississippi, just outside Natchez, were of two groups and those reenacting a military encampment and
    The people in period clothes and uniforms camped on the grounds of Jefferson College at Washington, Mississippi, just outside Natchez, were of two groups and those reenacting a military encampment and those representative of the citizenry of the era.

  • Tuesday, April 16 2013 8:03 PM EDT2013-04-17 00:03:07 GMT
    The fallout from a bar fight Sunday night in Jackson has caused several retaliation shootings, leaving homes and cars riddled with bullet holes. The bar fight originated on Bailey Avenue across from the
    The fallout from a bar fight Sunday night in Jackson has caused several retaliation shootings, leaving homes and cars riddled with bullet holes.

  • Saturday, April 13 2013 4:31 PM EDT2013-04-13 20:31:23 GMT
    State Street on the south side of Fortification Street intersection will be closed Saturday and Sunday to allow a new water line to be installed. Contractors will install a new water line under the street. The
    State Street on the south side of Fortification Street intersection will be closed Saturday and Sunday to allow a new water line to be installed.

  • Saturday, April 13 2013 4:03 PM EDT2013-04-13 20:03:11 GMT
    Cheers of exhilaration rang out as teams of runners and walkers finished the physical fight to cross the finish line for the 14th annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. Various teams and individuals
    Downtown Jackson bustled in lots of pink Saturday morning as women, men and children took strides to put an end to breast cancer.

  • Friday, April 12 2013 7:56 PM EDT2013-04-12 23:56:40 GMT
    A sixth grade student from Morton Middle School is speaking out about a recent attack on campus. The 13-year-old suffered a severe concussion and was throwing up blood after becoming a victim of bullying. Sandra
    A sixth grade student from Morton Middle School is speaking out about a recent attack on campus that left him in the hospital.

  • Friday, April 12 2013 7:32 PM EDT2013-04-12 23:32:01 GMT
    Many homes and businesses and buildings in Hattiesburg and on the campus of the University of Southern Mississippi were damaged or destroyed February 12th. One of the landmarks on the USM campus that took
    Many homes and businesses and buildings in Hattiesburg and on the campus of the University of Southern Mississippi were damaged or destroyed February 12th. One of the landmarks on the USM campus that took a direct hit wasn't a building, but the All-American Rose Garden.

  • Friday, April 12 2013 3:29 PM EDT2013-04-12 19:29:58 GMT
    For people like Tasha Smith, it's too often a hidden problem that needs to be brought to light, the prevalence of child abuse in Mississippi. "I just think it's very difficult at times to digest some
    For people like Tasha Smith, it's too often a hidden problem that needs to be brought to light, the prevalence of child abuse in Mississippi.

  • A Yorkshire terrier run over during a domestic dispute has been turned over to the Vicksburg Warren Humane Society.
    A Yorkshire terrier is recovering after being run over during a domestic dispute.

  • Friday, April 12 2013 12:25 PM EDT2013-04-12 16:25:04 GMT
    The National Weather Service says one person has died in Kemper County after a tornado touched down Thursday afternoon. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency reports multiple people are injured
    Gov. Phil Bryant declared a State of Emergency for Kemper and Noxubee counties Thursday after a fatal tornado hit the area.

  • Friday, April 12 2013 11:15 AM EDT2013-04-12 15:15:33 GMT
    More than 2,300 Mississippi teenagers with a common goal packed the Jackson Coliseum Thursday morning, all of them with a common goal. One of them is Noxubee County High School's Jalyn Conner. "In anything
    More than 2,300 Mississippi teenagers with a common goal packed the Jackson Coliseum Thursday morning, all of them with a common goal.

  • Friday, April 12 2013 9:08 AM EDT2013-04-12 13:08:50 GMT
    There are new changes to report tonight on the Hinds County Sheriff's Department command staff. Sources in the sheriff's department say Captain Mike Ivy, was fired by Sheriff Tyrone Lewis Wednesday. Ivy
    Changes are in the works with the command staff at the Hinds County Sheriff's Department after the Head of Corrections is terminated by Sheriff Lewis.

  • Thursday, April 11 2013 11:52 PM EDT2013-04-12 03:52:49 GMT
    Fitzgerald Houston has been calling the city of Jackson for nearly a year to get the drainage problems in his south Jackson yard fixed. Anytime there's heavy rain, he says his yard, on Ferguson Drive,
    Fitzgerald Houston has been calling the city of Jackson for nearly a year to get the drainage problems in his south Jackson yard fixed.

  • Thursday, April 11 2013 9:41 PM EDT2013-04-12 01:41:15 GMT
    Two Rankin County men are headed to prison after being convicted of sex crimes. According to District Attorney Michael Guest, Casey Burgess of Brandon was sentenced to 30 years in prison for three counts
    Two Rankin County men are headed to prison after being convicted of sex crimes.

  • Thursday, April 11 2013 6:50 PM EDT2013-04-11 22:50:58 GMT
    The rain this morning didn't slow anyone down at the Mississippi Crafts Center in Madison, as set up began early for the big art show and sale happening tonight. Not only is this a fundraiser for the LIFE
    The rain this morning didn't slow anyone down at the Mississippi Crafts Center in Madison, as set up began early for the big art show and sale happening tonight.

  • Thursday, April 11 2013 4:57 PM EDT2013-04-11 20:57:15 GMT
    A Jackson elementary school is experiencing plumbing issues, according to the school district, but parents say the children are being forced to learn in unsanitary conditions because the city has not fixed
    A Jackson elementary school is experiencing plumbing issues, according to the school district, but parents say the children are being forced to learn in unsanitary conditions because the city has not fixed the problem.

  • Thursday, April 11 2013 4:46 PM EDT2013-04-11 20:46:20 GMT
    Jackson police are asking the public for help in finding the man who robbed a cashier at a north Jackson store at gunpoint. Surveillance video shows the man entering Mori Luggage on Old Square Road. Police
    Jackson police are asking the public for help in finding the man who robbed a cashier at a north Jackson store at gunpoint.

  • Thursday, April 11 2013 2:40 PM EDT2013-04-11 18:40:11 GMT
    During a "knock and talk" operation at an Adams County hotel, deputies and narcotics agents discovered approximately $10,000 in drugs, along with cash, and arrested two suspects. Under the direction of
    During a "knock and talk" operation at an Adams County hotel, deputies and narcotics agents discovered approximately $10,000 in drugs, along with cash, and arrested two suspects.

  • Tuesday, April 9 2013 10:02 PM EDT2013-04-10 02:02:54 GMT
    Authorities say they're back to square one in a double murder investigation in Sharkey County. According to WABG-TV Sheriff Lindsey Adams says the star witness, Josephine Warren has recanted her version
    Authorities say they're back to square one in a double murder investigation in Sharkey County.

  • Saturday, April 6 2013 7:28 PM EDT2013-04-06 23:28:39 GMT
    Canton Mayor William Truly says he erred in using city letterhead stationery to announce his re-election campaign. Truly said that he didn't know it was against the law. Deputy State Auditor Pat Dendy
    Canton Mayor William Truly says he erred in using city letterhead stationery to announce his re-election campaign.

  • Saturday, April 6 2013 6:47 PM EDT2013-04-06 22:47:59 GMT
    Saturday MDOT crews closed the right and center westbound and eastbound lanes of I-20 between Pearson Road and U.S. Highway 49. The work is scheduled to end at 7 p.m. Saturday night. Sunday during the
    Saturday MDOT crews closed the right and center westbound and eastbound lanes of I-20 between Pearson Road and U.S. Highway 49. The work is scheduled to end at 7 p.m. Saturday night.

  • Saturday, April 6 2013 2:56 PM EDT2013-04-06 18:56:34 GMT
    The warming trend continued as temperatures returned to near normal for early April. Most spots started out in the low 40's Saturday morning, which is still several degrees below normal. Our Saturday
    The warming trend continues as temperatures return to near normal for early April.

  • Thursday, April 4 2013 4:49 PM EDT2013-04-04 20:49:38 GMT
    A Hattiesburg man got a 50-year sentence after pleading guilty to DUI and causing the death of a pregnant woman. The last twenty years of his sentence will be suspended.On October 2, Matt Davis, 30, was
    A Hattiesburg man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison after pleading guilty to DUI and causing the death of a pregnant woman.

  • Tuesday, April 2 2013 8:09 PM EDT2013-04-03 00:09:42 GMT
    For decades it just sat behind the Old Capitol in Jackson deteriorating. Well, it's still behind the Old Capitol Building, but on the other end, and under some protection from the elements, now. What is
    For decades it just sat behind the Old Capitol in Jackson deteriorating. Well, it's still behind the Old Capitol Building, but on the other end, and under some protection from the elements, now.

  • Tuesday, April 2 2013 6:00 PM EDT2013-04-02 22:00:16 GMT
    The Department of Revenue may have a new home soon. The three building finalists were the Landmark Building in downtown Jackson, The former Diversified Technology building in Ridgeland and South Point,
    The Department of Revenue may have a new home soon. The Department of Finance and Administration has determined that South Point in Clinton, was the best and most economical choice.

  • As Mississippi lawmakers await a final deal on charter schools, they are reaching agreement on other significant education measures
    Faced with repeated warnings that changes could jeopardize support, Mississippi senators have agreed to the House version of a bill to expand charter schools.

  • Saturday, March 30 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-03-30 21:40:42 GMT
    Rebecca Nelson filled her cart up with grocery bags packed with the fixings for a large Easter dinner at the Save-A-Lot grocery store near the Medical Mall in Jackson. In addition to making banana pudding
    Holy Week is winding down to an end as Christians prepare for Easter Sunday. Like many holidays Easter attracts large crowds to the stores.

  • Saturday, March 30 2013 10:37 AM EDT2013-03-30 14:37:12 GMT
    Stretching and batting practice are a few ways minor league Braves All-Stars are getting ready to battle against their MLB Atlanta Braves counterparts. Meanwhile, the Mississippi Braves staff is making

    Stretching and batting practice are a few ways minor league Braves All-Stars are getting ready to battle against their MLB Atlanta Braves counterparts.

  • Friday, March 29 2013 7:22 PM EDT2013-03-29 23:22:36 GMT
    A 5K Run to honor a local principal battling a rare form of cancer called A.L.L . happens March 30th at 8AM on Germantown high school track. The cancer known commonly as a childhood illness over produces
    A 5K run Saturday morning at the Germantown High School Track will raise money for an elementary school principal battling a rare form of cancer.

  • Friday, March 29 2013 6:12 PM EDT2013-03-29 22:12:27 GMT
    There are more Easter traditions in Mississippi than just the Easter Bunny and church on Sunday. In Kosciusko the three nights just prior to Easter, the First United Methodist Church presents "His Last
    There are more Easter traditions in Mississippi than just the Easter Bunny and church on Sunday. In Kosciusko the three nights just prior to Easter, the First United Methodist Church presents "His Last Days."

  • Friday, March 29 2013 5:28 PM EDT2013-03-29 21:28:42 GMT
    With the clock ticking down on the legislative session, the state senate now has to decide whether to confirm nominations to state boards.   "At this point in the ball game we're really vetting out all
    With the clock ticking down on the legislative session, the state senate now has to decide whether to confirm nominations to state boards.

  • Friday, March 29 2013 3:51 PM EDT2013-03-29 19:51:22 GMT
    A corrections officer at the Stone County Regional Facility pleaded guilty Friday in federal court to ordering the beating of an inmate.According to court documents, on May 12, 2008, 35-year-old Kenny
    A corrections officer at the Stone County Regional Facility pleaded guilty Friday in federal court to ordering the beating of an inmate.

  • Friday, March 29 2013 3:31 PM EDT2013-03-29 19:31:39 GMT
    A video that hit YouTube was created following the Steubenville rape case by a female college student who says it was a "needed response" to the videos presented on social media related to the case. The
    A video that hit YouTube was created following the Steubenville rape case by a female college student who says it was a "needed response" to the videos presented on social media related to the case.

  • Friday, March 29 2013 12:52 PM EDT2013-03-29 16:52:41 GMT
    Dietician Rebecca Turner told WLBT that one ingredient hurting hearts worldwide is salt. According to the American Heart Association, American adults eat almost 3,600 milligrams of sodium daily; that's
    A recent American Heart Association study reports that most adults worldwide consume double the amount of daily sodium recommended. It's an alarming health risk that could also be taking a toll on your toddler's health too.

     

  • Friday, March 29 2013 9:06 AM EDT2013-03-29 13:06:34 GMT
    House Bill 1584 would've granted the Reservoir board city-like powers. "The reservoir does not desire to be a municipality. We don't want to even be another level of government," explained Ross Barnett
    House Bill 1584 would've granted the Reservoir board city-like powers, but Governor Bryant vetoed the bill citing fears of giving unlimited taxing authority to an unelected board.

  • Friday, March 29 2013 8:57 AM EDT2013-03-29 12:57:40 GMT
    Governor Phil Bryant's nomination to the State Board of Health is drawing criticism. Now, he and his nominee, Terri Herring, are firing back. Herring is a staunch supporter of anti-abortion movements
    Governor Phil Bryant's nomination to the State Board of Health is drawing criticism. Now, he and his nominee, Terri Herring, are firing back.

  • Friday, March 29 2013 8:31 AM EDT2013-03-29 12:31:26 GMT
    A Jackson mother is horrified and outraged after video was posted on YouTube and Facebook of her daughter being bullied and punched on a school bus. The students involved are from Chastain Middle School
    A Jackson mother is horrified and outraged after video was posted on YouTube and Facebook of her daughter being bullied and punched on a school bus. The students involved are from Chastain Middle School in Jackson.

  • Thursday, March 28 2013 9:11 PM EDT2013-03-29 01:11:17 GMT
    It will be at least a week before there's any relief with the traffic problems on Interstate 20 westbound between Jackson and Clinton. Yazoo clay caused a slide undermining the roadway where I-20 crosses
    It will be at least a week before there's any relief with the traffic problems on Interstate 20 westbound between Jackson and Clinton.

  • Thursday, March 28 2013 4:47 PM EDT2013-03-28 20:47:19 GMT
    I am a history buff. So I am almost mesmerized by the most recent (2009) restoration of the Old Capitol building in Jackson, taking the exterior back to what it looked like when the building was new prior to
    I am a history buff. So I am almost mesmerized by the most recent (2009) restoration of the Old Capitol building in Jackson, taking the exterior back to what it looked like when the building was new prior to the Civil War.

  • Thursday, March 28 2013 2:06 PM EDT2013-03-28 18:06:23 GMT
    After a masked gunman entered a Texaco Gas Station in Morton and demanded cash, police distributed the surveillance video for help in identifying the robber. According to a Morton Police Department incident
    After a masked gunman entered a Texaco Gas Station in Morton and demanded cash, police distributed the surveillance video for help in identifying the robber.

  • Saturday, March 23 2013 7:39 PM EDT2013-03-23 23:39:47 GMT
    A fire that destroyed a building in downtown Vicksburg on March 14, was sparked when the son of the building's owner fell and dropped a cigarette, fire investigators ruled Thursday. The fire, which destroyed
    A fire that destroyed a building in downtown Vicksburg on March 14, was sparked when the son of the building's owner fell and dropped a cigarette, fire investigators ruled Thursday.

  • Saturday, March 23 2013 2:51 PM EDT2013-03-23 18:51:34 GMT
    You can't explain a "gray area to a drug-sniffing dog, which has caused a few problems in Washington. Police are trying to retrain drug-sniffing dogs to ignore marijuana now that the state has legalized
    You can't explain a "gray area to a drug-sniffing dog, which has caused a few problems in Washington.

  • Saturday, March 23 2013 1:26 PM EDT2013-03-23 17:26:20 GMT
    Isolated thunderstorms are expected Friday, mixed in with some moderate to brief heavy downpours. Afternoon storms could produce some hail and lightning. Residents in Warren, Issaquena, and the western
    In addition to hail, strong straight line wind and heavy rain are the primary concerns as storms move through central Mississippi Saturday afternoon.

  • Saturday, March 23 2013 10:42 AM EDT2013-03-23 14:42:00 GMT
    There was a sense of urgency Friday in Pearl's Cedar Ridge neighborhood to patch up the wounds left behind from Monday's hail storm. And everyone's watching the skies with a knot in their stomachs. "Really
    There was a sense of urgency Friday in Pearl's Cedar Ridge neighborhood to patch up the wounds left behind from Monday's hail storm. And everyone's watching the skies with a knot in their stomachs.

  • Friday, March 22 2013 8:13 PM EDT2013-03-23 00:13:57 GMT
    Many people with hail damaged vehicles are learning that the repair process may not be as bad as it first appeared.  If the damage is not too severe, the hail dents can be pushed or pulled out, in a process
    Many people with hail damaged vehicles are learning that the repair process may not be as bad as it first appeared.  If the damage is not too severe, the hail dents can be pushed or pulled out, in a process known as paintless dent repair.

  • Friday, March 22 2013 7:09 PM EDT2013-03-22 23:09:55 GMT
    They're some of the most recognized horses in the world and they've made a trip back to Jackson! Ten of the iconic Budweiser Clydesdales are in town this week to participate in the third annual Zippity
    Sweet Potato Queen Jill Connor Browne says a decision will be made Saturday afternoon on the Zippity Doo Dah parade, but said it will continue as scheduled if at all possible.

  • Friday, March 22 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-03-22 22:36:05 GMT
    There have been subtle changes in the leaves for several weeks now. It started off as a small whisper of tree limbs fuzzing up and bulb flowers popping into bloom. And now those little day-by-day changes
    There have been subtle changes in the leaves for several weeks now. It started off as a small whisper of tree limbs fuzzing up and bulb flowers popping into bloom. And now those little day-by-day changes are adding up to real greens in the limbs and in pastures and in the woods and along roadsides.

  • Friday, March 22 2013 6:33 PM EDT2013-03-22 22:33:47 GMT
    Baseball size hail pounded the metro this week leaving holes in the hood of cars. Now, meet the weather hail dome. Hal3- if they would have had this on Monday their cars would not be damaged. Part-owner
    Some Jackson inventors believe their invention can prevention hail damage to cars, it's called the Weather Hail Dome.

  • Friday, March 22 2013 6:02 PM EDT2013-03-22 22:02:48 GMT
    Central Mississippians are making a big difference for tornado victims in Hattiesburg. Saturday morning the Salvation Army's Ken Chapman drove one of the Salvation Army trucks down to Hattiesburg. The
    Central Mississippians are making a big difference for tornado victims in Hattiesburg. Saturday morning the Salvation Army's Ken Chapman drove one of the Salvation Army trucks down to Hattiesburg.

  • Friday, March 22 2013 3:33 PM EDT2013-03-22 19:33:51 GMT
    Stuffed animals and motorcycles, not two things you would normally think go together, but Saturday morning several bike groups will ride from the downtown coliseum in Jackson to the Blair E. Batson Hospital
    Stuffed animals and motorcycles, not two things you would normally think go together, but Saturday morning several bike groups will ride from the downtown coliseum in Jackson to the Blair E. Batson Hospital to deliver stuffed bears to the children at the facility.

  • Saturday, March 16 2013 3:59 PM EDT2013-03-16 19:59:11 GMT
    Officer Colendula Green with Jackson Police Department confirmed an early morning shooting has sent a man to the hospital. The shooting occurred around 7:30 a.m. Saturday morning at 202 Factory Street. The
    Officer Colendula Green with Jackson Police Department confirmed an early morning shooting has sent a man to the hospital.

  • Saturday, March 16 2013 12:28 PM EDT2013-03-16 16:28:20 GMT
    The sounds of the 31st annual Mal's St. Paddy's Parade kicked off with the Marching MALfunction and Second Line Stomp on Friday evening. A large group walked from the King Edward Hotel to Hal and Mal's.
    Jackson businesses are prepared for the more than 70,000 visitors expected to pack downtown for the annual Mal's St. Paddy's Parade.

  • Friday, March 15 2013 9:51 PM EDT2013-03-16 01:51:40 GMT
    Jackson firefighters and medical personnel with AMR responded to an accident at the intersection of Watkins Drive and Forest Avenue Friday afternoon. Video was sent to WLBT by a viewer. According to
    Jackson firefighters and medical personnel with AMR responded to an accident at the intersection of Watkins Drive and Forest Avenue Friday afternoon.

  • Friday, March 15 2013 9:14 PM EDT2013-03-16 01:14:01 GMT
    The Department of Revenue, formerly known as the Tax Commission has been in temporary warehouses south of Clinton for some 15 years now, constantly being promised new quarters for it's thousands of employees. Last
    The Dept. of Revenue, formerly known as the Tax Commission has been in temporary warehouses south of Clinton for some 15 years. Former Gov. William Winter suggests moving to Landmark Building.

  • Friday, March 15 2013 7:42 PM EDT2013-03-15 23:42:54 GMT
    After years of heated meetings, the Rankin County Board of Supervisors finally voted unanimously in favor of the Reservoir Community District Overlay. But, after the meeting ended one supervisor retracted
    After years of heated meetings, the Rankin County Board of Supervisors finally voted unanimously in favor of the Reservoir Community District Overlay. But, after the meeting ended one supervisor retracted his vote, again putting the ordinance in question.

  • Friday, March 15 2013 4:55 PM EDT2013-03-15 20:55:49 GMT
    Residents in certain areas of Rankin County are hoping for a decision in Friday morning's Board of Supervisors meeting when it comes to yard keep up to help strengthen home values. In a March 4 meeting,
    Residents in certain areas of Rankin County fighting for a decision in Friday morning's Board of Supervisors meeting when it comes to yard keep-up walked away successful. 

  • Friday, March 15 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-03-15 20:33:26 GMT
    According to the MDOT Facebook page, the right westbound lane is closed on I-20 near McRaven Road, just west of Highway18. The closure is in response to MDOT crews identifying the section of highway to
    Motorists should expect delays on I-20 westbound near McRaven Road for possibly the next few weeks.

  • Friday, March 15 2013 2:38 PM EDT2013-03-15 18:38:04 GMT
    Plenty of sunshine for Friday will push temps well above the norm for this time of the year. The normal high is supposed to be 68 degrees, today we will push into the upper 70's. Winds will be primarily
    Just in time for Mal's St. Paddy's Day Parade, we've got great temps ahead.

  • Friday, March 15 2013 12:57 PM EDT2013-03-15 16:57:43 GMT
    A vehicle fire shut down northbound lanes of Interstate 55 Thursday. It happened at Exit 108 at Mississippi Highway 463. Police tell us it was an 18 wheeler hauling vehicles. The interstate will
    A vehicle fire shut down northbound lanes of Interstate 55 Thursday.

  • Friday, March 15 2013 12:08 PM EDT2013-03-15 16:08:11 GMT
    A house fire in Jackson is sending smoke several hundred feet into the air close to Jackson State University Friday morning. Firefighters are on the scene attempting to extinguish the flames shooting
    A house fire in Jackson sent smoke several hundred feet into the air close to Jackson State University Friday morning.

  • Friday, March 15 2013 8:36 AM EDT2013-03-15 12:36:19 GMT
    Tempers flared Thursday for appeals to stay on the Democratic ballot for River City mayor. "Anytime you have turmoil going on through the elected process, or what have you with, the elected officials,
    Tempers flared Thursday during appeals by those who wish to stay on the Democratic ballot for River City mayor.

  • Friday, March 15 2013 8:24 AM EDT2013-03-15 12:24:09 GMT
    With a large crowd of supporters, Governor Phil Bryant signed the Mississippi Student Religious Liberties Act of 2013 in to law Thursday afternoon. Included is the right for students to voluntarily express
    With a large crowd of supporters, Governor Phil Bryant signed the Mississippi Student Religious Liberties Act of 2013 in to law Thursday afternoon. Included is the right for students to voluntarily express their religious viewpoints in a limited public forum, which could include a football.

  • Thursday, March 14 2013 1:07 PM EDT2013-03-14 17:07:23 GMT
    Jackson police are on the scene of a fatal shooting on Culbertson Avenue Thursday morning. Few details are known at this time, but police have confirmed that one person was killed. MSNewsNow crews on
    Jackson police are on the scene of a fatal shooting on Culbertson Avenue Thursday morning. Few details are known at this time, but police have confirmed that one person was killed.

  • Thursday, March 14 2013 12:05 PM EDT2013-03-14 16:05:29 GMT
    A bicyclist was struck by a vehicle early Wednesday morning in Copiah County near Crystal Springs High School. Crystal Springs Police confirm a bicyclist was traveling near the high school when the person
    More details have emerged in the death of a Copiah County bicyclist who was discovered early Wednesday morning on a road behind Crystal Springs High School.

  • Thursday, March 14 2013 11:18 AM EDT2013-03-14 15:18:20 GMT
    "Where's my refund?" has been the recent reaction from frustrated customers at American Tax Service on Raymond Road in Jackson. But the manager says the problem is nationwide. "When we upload the data
    "Where's my refund?" has been the recent reaction from frustrated customers at American Tax Service on Raymond Road in Jackson. But the manager says the problem is nationwide.

  • Wednesday, March 13 2013 7:03 PM EDT2013-03-13 23:03:53 GMT
    An official with The Scott County Sheriff's Office says the department is investigating a homicide that occurred Tuesday morning. According to Under Sheriff Richard Gregory, a homicide occurred within
    An official with The Scott County Sheriff's Office says the department is investigating a homicide that occurred Tuesday morning.

  • Wednesday, March 13 2013 6:42 PM EDT2013-03-13 22:42:59 GMT
    Two Pickup trucks have been involved in an accident at the intersection of Midway Road and Parsons Road, in Hinds County.First responders had come and gone by the time Skycopter got to the scene, but it
    Two Pickup trucks have been involved in an accident at the intersection of Midway Road and Parsons Road, in Hinds County.

  • Wednesday, March 13 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-03-13 21:20:18 GMT
    A Fuel Time gas station owner says his son and wife were robbed as they were taking the store's deposit to the bank Tuesday afternoon. Jackson police officers searching for a suspect on Industrial Drive
    Jackson Police have arrested one suspect in the Fuel Time gas station bank deposit robbery that occurred Tuesday afternoon. Twenty-two year old Jabari Peterson is in custody and charged with armed robbery.

  • Wednesday, March 13 2013 4:17 PM EDT2013-03-13 20:17:37 GMT
    A Brandon woman who fled to Texas to avoid prosecution has been returned to Rankin County to face charges for exploitation of a vulnerable person.Janice Mohorn-Caines arrived at the Rankin County Jail
    A Brandon woman who fled to Texas to avoid prosecution has been returned to Rankin County to face charges for exploitation of a vulnerable person.

  • Tuesday, March 12 2013 7:38 PM EDT2013-03-12 23:38:00 GMT
    Some places have romantic names, some places have exotic names, but in Mississippi, we have lots of places with unusual names. One such place got its name from a man who never really felt on top of the
    Some places have romantic names, some places have exotic names, but in Mississippi, we have lots of places with unusual names. One such place got its name from a man who never really felt on top of the world.

  • Tuesday, March 12 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-03-12 21:17:24 GMT
    A traffic stop in Hinds County led the discovery of $100,000 worth of cocaine in a vehicle. According to Othor Cain with the Hinds County Sheriff's Department, two kilograms of cocaine was found inside
    A traffic stop in Hinds County led the discovery of $100,000 worth of cocaine in a vehicle.

  • Monday, March 11 2013 9:44 PM EDT2013-03-12 01:44:51 GMT
    A Jackson teen is behind bars after police say he shot another teen over a dice game. The incident happened Saturday night in the 2600 block of Key Street in south Jackson JPD says the 18-year-old victim
    A Jackson teen is behind bars after police say he shot another teen over a dice game.

  • Monday, March 11 2013 8:14 PM EDT2013-03-12 00:14:36 GMT
    Jackson police are looking into a fraudulent check scheme after at least one capital city check cash business was taken for thousands of dollars over the weekend. Jackson police say three people were
    Jackson police say a large fake check cashing scheme involves thousands of dollars and false addresses.

  • Saturday, March 9 2013 10:47 PM EST2013-03-10 03:47:33 GMT
    The Mississippi Community Symphonic Band had a special guest Saturday night for its first 2013 concert. There was plenty of variety and even swing music in the air. Nearly 1,000 people took in the sounds
    The Mississippi Community Symphonic Band had a special guest Saturday night for its first 2013 concert.

  • Saturday, March 9 2013 8:51 PM EST2013-03-10 01:51:22 GMT
    Volunteers spruced up the reservoir this weekend during the Great American Cleanup. Keep the Rez Beautiful sponsored the effort to pick up trash and debris on land and in the water. Churches, Boy Scouts,
    Volunteers spruced up the reservoir this weekend during the Great American Cleanup.

  • Saturday, March 9 2013 7:56 PM EST2013-03-10 00:56:32 GMT
    An escaped Yazoo County inmate is back behind bars, after being captured in a west Jackson home. Acting on a tip, Yazoo County Sheriff Jacob Sheriff says Eric Williams, 24, was found in the loft of a
    An escaped Yazoo County inmate is back behind bars, after being captured in a west Jackson home.

  • Saturday, March 9 2013 7:53 PM EST2013-03-10 00:53:10 GMT
    The man wanted in connection with Thursday's double homicide in Jackson turned himself into police Saturday. Joshua Hurst, 25, is facing two counts of murder and two counts of aggravated assault. The
    The man wanted in connection with Thursday's double homicide in Jackson turned himself into police Saturday.

  • Saturday, March 9 2013 5:34 PM EST2013-03-09 22:34:22 GMT
    The St. Thomas Water Association has issued a boil water alert for its customers. The boil water notice is effective March 9, 2013 and affects approximately 385 customers in the Hinds County area. Water
    The St. Thomas Water Association has issued a boil water alert for its customers.

  • Saturday, March 9 2013 4:13 PM EST2013-03-09 21:13:30 GMT
    The Mississippi Animal Rescue League is hosting its first horse adoption event. Four of the 11 horses up for adoption at MARL are on display at the Tractor Supply store in Clinton. An Appaloosa and three
    Every year more than 13,000 animals wind up at the Mississippi Animal Rescue League for shelter. To get those animals into homes, the rescue league often brings adoption events into the community. On Saturday, the shelter had an adoption day ---but it wasn't for your "typical" pet up for sale.

  • Saturday, March 9 2013 1:44 PM EST2013-03-09 18:44:26 GMT
    The Jackson fire department is investigating a small house fire in the 200 block of Myer Avenue in West Jackson. The call came into the fire department around 10:15 Saturday morning. Chief Arson Investigator
    The Jackson fire department is investigating a small house fire in the 200 block of Myer Avenue in West Jackson.

  • Saturday, March 9 2013 11:54 AM EST2013-03-09 16:54:08 GMT
    Crime scene tape crossed Greenwood Avenue on Thursday night, stopping concerned friends, family, and neighbors. Jackson police officers were there to tell them what they could. "Anytime you have a
    Crime scene tape crossed Greenwood Avenue on Thursday night, stopping concerned friends, family, and neighbors.