Friday, May 24 2013 12:22 PM EDT2013-05-24 16:22:29 GMT
James Hutto interrupted his own capital murder trial Tuesday morning, angry that judge Bill Gowan decided against the admissibility of certain evidence. "None of that matters? F***. I don't give a f***More >>
A capital murder case defendant, known for his abrasive outbursts and odd behavior in court, entered court Friday morning with a limp. James Hutto told Judge Bill Gowan that he needed to be excused for the day because the shackles on his legs had been irritating his skin. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:48 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:48:37 GMT
We have a branch of the military you may have never heard of. It is an all-volunteer branch authorized by the state constitution that is here strictly to be of service when needed. At oh-800 on a SaturdayMore >>
We have a branch of the military you may have never heard of. It is an all-volunteer branch authorized by the state constitution that is here strictly to be of service when needed.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:11 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:11:54 GMT
A long weekend commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Siege of Vicksburg during the Civil War kicked off Thursday with the release two postage stamps. One depicting the Battle of Gettysburg and theMore >>
A long weekend commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Siege of Vicksburg during the Civil War kicked off Thursday with the release two postage stamps. One depicting the Battle of Gettysburg and the other the Siege of Vicksburg.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 4:17 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:17:25 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 eventMore >>
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.
Thursday, May 23 2013 4:17 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:17:25 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 andMore >>
The man leading the race for Jackson mayor just picked up support from a former opponent. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 4:17 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:17:24 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 showMore >>
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.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 4:17 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:17:24 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%More >>
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.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 4:02 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:02:32 GMT
Federal forecasters are predicting yet another busy hurricane season.More >>
Federal forecasters are predicting yet another busy hurricane season. Thursday's outlook calls for 13 to 20 named storms, 7 to 11 that strengthen into hurricanes and 3 to 6 that become major hurricanes.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 3:37 PM EDT2013-05-23 19:37:25 GMT
The City of Jackson Department of Public Works has closed Old Canton Road at Crane Blvd for emergency sewer repair. The repairs are expected to take two weeks.If you travel Old Canton Road between StateMore >>
The City of Jackson Department of Public Works has closed Old Canton Road at Crane Blvd for emergency sewer repair. The repairs are expected to take two weeks.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:22 PM EDT2013-05-23 16:22:21 GMT
School's almost out for summer but safety should stay the focus if your kids plan to hop on an ATV. A common issue is making sure the ATV isn't larger than the child can handle. "Most of the adult ATVsMore >>
School's almost out for summer but safety should stay the focus if your kids plan to hop on an ATV. A common issue is making sure the ATV isn't larger than the child can handle. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:28 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:28:21 GMT
Three on Your Side receives a complaint of tainted gas in Clinton Wednesday. Toby Latham said water in gasoline from Kangaroo Express on Springridge Road damaged his vehicle. According to the Byram motorist,More >>
One customer at a gas station in Clinton claims water in the fuel damaged his vehicle.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:55 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:55:17 GMT
Lois Bowens' heart aches unbearably for her granddaughter, Janiya, who was diagnosed two years ago with a very rare disease. "Sometimes I ride around and I just want to cry because of the things JaniyaMore >>
Lois Bowens' heart aches unbearably for her granddaughter, Janiya, who was diagnosed two years ago with a very rare disease.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:48 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:48:59 GMT
A member of the Canton Democratic Municipal Executive Committee was arrested late Tuesday night in the Madison County courthouse when a disagreement about vote counting led to an altercation. WitnessesMore >>
A member of the Canton Democratic Municipal Executive Committee was arrested late Tuesday night in the Madison County courthouse when a disagreement about vote counting led to an altercation.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:51 PM EDT2013-05-22 18:51:15 GMT
When Detra Bishop saw a healthcare need in her Delta community around Greenwood, she became an advocate to bring in what was missing. Bishop helped kick start a health alliance which has since establishedMore >>
When Detra Bishop saw a healthcare need in her Delta community around Greenwood, she became an advocate to bring in what was missing. Bishop helped kick start a health alliance which has since established health education centers and last weekend set up a community health fair.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:04 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:04:51 GMT
A Tylertown man is charged with animal cruelty in connection to that suspected puppy mill in Walthall Co. More than 100 of the rescued animals are now at the Humane Society of South MS.More >>
A Tylertown man is charged with animal cruelty in connection to that suspected puppy mill in Walthall County. Sheriff's officials say James Thornhill, 72, turned himself in Tuesday and was released on his own recognizance. Meanwhile, 102 of the animals rescued Monday are now getting a lot of TLC at the Humane Society of South Mississippi.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:58 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:58:31 GMT
Jonathan Lee says he doesn't have any regrets about his campaign for Jackson mayor. He was a political newcomer and is thankful for the name recognition and support he received over the past several months.More >>
Jonathan Lee says he doesn't have any regrets about his campaign for Jackson mayor. He was a political newcomer and is thankful for the name recognition and support he received over the past several months.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:55 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:55:17 GMT
The votes are in, and preliminary results show Chokwe Lumumba has come out on top in the Democratic Party Runoff Election against Jonathan Lee. With 100% of precincts reporting, Lumumba claims the electionMore >>
The votes are in and preliminary results show Chokwe Lumumba has come out on top in the Democratic Party Runoff Election against Jonathan Lee.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:35 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:35:19 GMT
The Mississippi Tea Party carried a nationwide protest of the IRS to the streets of downtown Jackson at high noon. The issue, IRS security of conservative groups like the tea party. We found some 20-25More >>
The Mississippi Tea Party carried a nationwide protest of the IRS to the streets of downtown Jackson at high noon. The issue is IRS security of conservative groups like the Tea Party. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:20 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:20:25 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 bodyMore >>
Judge Steven Nixon has denied bond for the man charged in the weekend shooting death of a 21-year-old Jackson man in Clinton.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:49 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:49:21 GMT
For relief agencies and groups across the state, the tornado that ripped through Oklahoma has put them on notice. "All the fuel tanks are topped off. The trucks are loaded and when and if we get theMore >>
For relief agencies and groups across the state, the tornado that ripped through Oklahoma has put them on notice. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:35 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:35:31 GMT
This is the season of horses races and we have one going on in the City of Jackson. The race to the finish line for mayor involves what many would call a 'dark horse candidate.' We take a closer look DemocraticMore >>
The race to the finish line for Mayor of Jackson involves a candidate many would consider an unlikely choice, but he's now a final contender for the position. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:15 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:15:12 GMT
The two men battling for the chance to become Jackson's next mayor campaigned into the night as voters prepared to go to the polls for Tuesday's democratic primary runoff. On the WLBT 6pm report, we talkedMore >>
The two leading men battling for the chance to become Jackson's next mayor campaigned into the night as voters prepared to go to the polls for Tuesday's Democratic Primary runoff.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:46 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:46:09 GMT
Drivers won't have to endure that bumpy ride along I-55 from Jackson to Byram for much longer. MDOT is finally tackling the problem plagued roadway. But before motorists see those improvements, theyMore >>
Drivers won't have to endure that bumpy ride along I-55 from Jackson to Byram for much longer. MDOT is finally tackling the problem plagued roadway.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:41 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:41:07 GMT
The Jackson Police Department is searching for two men who robbed a cell phone store Monday night. Shortly before 7 p.m., two male suspects entered the T-Mobile store at 4924 I-55 north. They robbedMore >>
The Jackson Police Department is searching for two men who robbed a cell phone store Monday night.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:35 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:35:44 GMT
Linda Gale Reed is accused of stealing over $20,000 from her employer in Copiah County, Moore Fabrication. That's what led investigators to change her status from missing to wanted during their 2012 searchMore >>
Linda Gale Reed is accused of stealing over $20,000 from her employer in Copiah County, Moore Fabrication. That's what led investigators to change her status from "missing" to "wanted" during their 2012 search following her disappearance.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:10 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:10:13 GMT
The Ridgeland Police Department is searching for two suspects, both accused of stealing a cell phone, and is asking for the public's help identifying the men.According to Detective Don Martin, the firstMore >>
The Ridgeland Police Department is searching for two suspects, both accused of stealing a cell phone, and is asking for the public's help identifying the men.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:34 AM EDT2013-05-21 14:34:41 GMT
NOTE: Photos and videos will be added to this story later in the evening. The Walthall County Sheriffs Department along with The Humane Society of the United States are in the process of raiding a puppyMore >>
Among the dogs, many are dead, and skeletal remains were mixed with living animals in small, dark, filthy enclosures.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 8:21 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:21:00 GMT
Jackson Police are investigating a homicide in west Jackson Monday after a body was discovered inside a residence on Arbor Vista Boulevard. According to Officer Colendula Green with JPD, officers haveMore >>
Jackson police have released the identity of the man found dead in a west Jackson house Monday morning.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 3:55 PM EDT2013-05-20 19:55:31 GMT
Apparently Jackson Public School parents are pleased with the district's customer service. The Capital City's school district received favorable grades for its customer service in a recent survey. MoreMore >>
Apparently Jackson Public School parents are pleased with the district's customer service.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 2:26 PM EDT2013-05-20 18:26:49 GMT
Hinds County sheriff's deputies seized five pounds of marijuana and made two arrests as the result of a three-month investigation. Sheriff's office officials say the northeast Jackson investigation isMore >>
Hinds County sheriff's deputies seized five pounds of marijuana and made two arrests as the result of a three-month investigation.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 9:01 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:01:13 GMT
Many topics have been covered along the Jackson mayoral campaign trail, but Sunday night the candidates were questioned about their plans to improve the Capital City's public school system. Parents forMore >>
Many topics have been covered along the Jackson mayoral campaign trail, but Sunday night the candidates were questioned about their plans to improve the Capital City's public school system.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 8:49 AM EDT2013-05-20 12:49:40 GMT
Tougaloo College recognized five decades of the civil rights movement and the icons who worked for change during a gala Saturday night in the Capital City. The festivities were held at the Jackson ConventionMore >>
Tougaloo College recognized five decades of the civil rights movement and the icons who worked for change during a gala Saturday night in the Capital City.More >>
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 toMore >>
JPD searched a Jackson Home at 846 Brandon Ave., Saturday that netted four arrests, a variety of drugs and $1,500.More >>
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. ColumbusMore >>
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.More >>
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 withMore >>
Police now say more people will be arrested in connection with the threats.More >>
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 JacksonMore >>
Jackson mayoral candidates will face off in another forum to explain their views on public schools in the capital city.More >>
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 shouldMore >>
MDOT wants to alert motorists to work that will be going on at I-20 between Airport and Pearson Roads on Sunday.More >>
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, aMore >>
Observers are predicting a speedy confirmation to the federal bench for Jackson attorney Debra M. Brown.More >>
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 exitMore >>
An accident combined with interstate roadwork causes headaches for motorists Saturday afternoon in Rankin County.More >>
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 MississippiMore >>
The body of a drowned fisherman has been found in the Escatawpa River.More >>
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 doMore >>
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.More >>
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 creditMore >>
Most people don't think twice about paying with plastic. But that changed for some customers at a Byram Mexican restaurant this week.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 10:51 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:51:01 GMT
A NASCAR driver accused of stealing a race competitor's race hauler has had his cell phone confiscated by deputies as they investigate the crime.More >>
A NASCAR driver accused of stealing a race competitor's race hauler has had his cell phone confiscated by deputies as they investigate the crime.More >>
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 receivedMore >>
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.More >>
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 tallMore >>
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.More >>
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 startedMore >>
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. More >>
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 toMore >>
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.More >>
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.More >>
The Copiah County Sheriff's Department is investigating a fatal car accident. The crash happened on Six Mile Road Tuesday night. More >>
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 vicsMore >>
Jackson police confirm two 17-year-olds have been charged in the weekend home invasion and armed robbery of a Jackson family.More >>
Here are the municipal races Mississippi News Now is covering this election night. We will have results from most municipal races in our coverage area. More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:38 AM EDT2013-05-22 09:38:02 GMT
From a banker to a butcher 10 years ago a Paul Anthony Koury left a nearly 20-year career in banking to open his own business. A decade later Koury's and Paul Anthony's Butcher Market is thriving andMore >>
From a banker to a butcher 10 years ago a Paul Anthony Koury left a nearly 20-year career in banking to open his own business. A decade later Koury's and Paul Anthony's Butcher Market is thriving andMore >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 8:58 PM EDT2013-05-26 00:58:49 GMT
Nearly 85 protestors in Jackson are making sure you know how the vegetables on the dinner table were produced in the field. The march against Monsanto was held Saturday afternoon in downtown Jackson. OrganizersMore >>
Nearly 85 protestors in Jackson are making sure you know how the vegetables on the dinner table were produced in the field.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 4:20 PM EDT2013-05-25 20:20:27 GMT
Judge Bill Gowan's Hinds County courtroom is in session for the 6th day of the James Hutto murder trial. Hutto, who is known for making obnoxious outbursts in court, has already made several erraticMore >>
After 6 days of testimony, evidence and many loud and obnoxious outbursts by Hutto, a jury has unanimously found him guilty of capital murder.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 7:56 PM EDT2013-05-25 23:56:00 GMT
Sightings of a black bear have some residents of Jackson County's St. Martin community nervous. Nancy Bawcum snapped pictures of the bear roaming around her home in St. Martin on Tuesday morning. A neighborMore >>
Sightings of a black bear have some residents of Jackson County's St. Martin community nervous.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 4:58 PM EDT2013-05-25 20:58:29 GMT
By HOLBROOK MOHR Associated Press Two Louisiana inmates face life sentences next week in the kidnapping death of an Ohio businessman abducted in Mississippi during a 2011 crime spree. Darian PierceMore >>
Two Louisiana inmates face life sentences next week in the kidnapping death of an Ohio businessman abducted in Mississippi during a 2011 crime spree.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 2:58 PM EDT2013-05-25 18:58:48 GMT
Jefferson County Community Work Center inmate MELVIN TONEY, MDOC #K1985, left from the facility, in Fayette at approximately 6:00 a.m. today. TONEY was last seen wearing MDOC state-issued green and whiteMore >>
Authorities are searching for a MS Department of Corrections inmate who escaped this morning.
Friday, May 24 2013 12:22 PM EDT2013-05-24 16:22:29 GMT
James Hutto interrupted his own capital murder trial Tuesday morning, angry that judge Bill Gowan decided against the admissibility of certain evidence. "None of that matters? F***. I don't give a f***More >>
A capital murder case defendant, known for his abrasive outbursts and odd behavior in court, entered court Friday morning with a limp. James Hutto told Judge Bill Gowan that he needed to be excused for the day because the shackles on his legs had been irritating his skin. More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 6:04 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:04:01 GMT
Friday morning, Paul Williams told viewers it would be beautiful, summerlike Mississippi day. That was his last forecast for WLBT. Paul is leaving to become the Chief Meteorologist at the ABC affiliateMore >>
Friday morning, Paul Williams told viewers it would be beautiful, summerlike Mississippi day. That was his last forecast for WLBT. Paul is leaving to become the Chief Meteorologist at the ABC affiliate in Memphis.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 5:26 PM EDT2013-05-25 21:26:01 GMT
Nissan's Canton plant 10th birthday bash on today will feature Kool & the Gang in Fondren. Camille Young, Nissan's spokeswoman at the Canton plant said in a news release that the event will be held atMore >>
Nissan's Canton plant 10th birthday bash today will feature Kool & the Gang in Fondren. Admission is free and open to the public.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 8:30 PM EDT2013-05-25 00:30:42 GMT
Yesterday we first told you about two parents of Boyd Elementary school students, who say their children were sexually assaulted by another student. The parents were furious that no action had been takenMore >>
Thursday we first told you about two parents of Boyd Elementary school students, who say their children were sexually assaulted by another student. The parents were furious that no action had been taken on their cases. Today more parents are speaking out about their children also falling victims.More >>
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