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June restaurant inspections are in. See which 12 restaurants failed in the Jackson area
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Attorney files to exclude evidence in DUI crash that killed 2 people
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Mississippi man pleads guilty in Arkansas to threatening US judge, federal officer
A Mississippi man has pleaded guilty to threatening a United States judge and federal law enforcement officer, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney's Office Eastern District of Arkansas.
City attorney gives update on efforts to tear down Hotel O
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - An appeal of the case to Hinds County Circuit Court could complicate matters when it comes to tearing down a dilapidated North Jackson hotel. City Attorney Drew Martin told the Jackson City Council on Tuesday that he will submit a plan to tear down Hotel O to Municipal Court Judge Jeff Reynolds in a matter of days.
Jackson DUI suspect wants evidence thrown out in case
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The woman accused of killing two people in a DUI crash in Jackson last year wants the court to throw out evidence about her alleged intoxication. According to court documents, Jada Kelly’s lawyer wants to suppress the results of a breathalyzer test taken the day of the crash. Investigators said Kelly […]
Pedestrian injured after being hit on I-55 in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A pedestrian was injured after being hit by a vehicle in Jackson. The incident occurred on Interstate 55 near Canton Mart Road on Tuesday, July 2. Detective Tommie Brown said the pedestrian was treated for a head injury. He said the pedestrian is expected to be okay. Investigators said the driver […]
Banks and Stokes argue, but Jackson City Council votes in favor of new housing development
The Jackson City Council erupted into a fiery debate on Tuesday before approving an ordinance for accepting phase one of the Village at Livingston and authorizing the mayor to sign the final development plot. The Village at Livingston is a development plan to build 200 residential homes to the area...
WJTV’s Melanie Christopher to be inducted into Silver Circle
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – WJTV 12 News’ Melanie Christopher will be honored during the NATAS Southeast’s Gold and Silver Circle Awards ceremony. Christopher will be inducted by the Southeast Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) into the Silver Circle. To be eligible for the Silver Circle, one must have 25 […]
Emergency motion judgment filed against Dau Mabil’s wife
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The brother of Dau Mabil has filed an emergency motion judgment against Karissa Bowley, who is the wife of Dau. Dau was found deceased in the Pearl River in Lawrence County in April 2024 after he disappeared in Jackson in March 2024. Bul Mabil, Dau’s brother, asked the Hinds County Chancery […]
Ward 7 Councilwoman Virgi Lindsay tapped for Jackson council president for third time
Ward 7 Councilwoman Virgi Lindsay will take the reins as the new council president for the next year. Lindsay, who was nominated by Ward 2 Councilwoman Angelique Lee, replaces Ward 6 Councilman Aaron Banks. Ward 4 Councilman Brian Grizzell was nominated for vice president, also by Lee, and replaces the Ward 2...
Belhaven University earns top Military Friendly School Award
JACKSON, Miss, (WJTV) – Leaders with Belhaven University announced that the college has earned the 2024-2025 Military Friendly School designation for its long history of supporting the U.S. Military in their pursuit of higher education. More than 1,800 schools participated in the 2024-2025 survey, and 537 schools earned awards level designations in Gold, Silver, and Bronze. Belhaven University […]
Tim and Susan Lee earn MIAL award for new album, ‘LOUD’
When the Mississippi Institute of Arts and Letters gave out its 45th annual awards this June, Thacker Mountain Radio Hour was well represented. Tim Lee, who serves as Thacker’s production director, shared the Music Composition (Contemporary) Award with his wife – and bandmate – Susan. The couple, who record and tour under the name, Bark, […] The post Tim and Susan Lee earn MIAL award for new album, ‘LOUD’ appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
UMMC participates in trauma drug study aimed at saving lives
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A trauma drug study aims to save the lives of patients following severe injuries. The drugs are calcium and vasopressin. According to doctors at the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC), vasopressin also helps platelets work better, which can help blood clots form more quickly. “This can both help stop bleeding […]
Jackson City Council approves moving printing department out of former Welty Library
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Welty Library is one step closer to being torn down, following a vote by the Jackson City Council. On Tuesday, the council voted on emergency items to remove its printing department out of the basement of Welty. The contracts included one with Get-Comm, Inc., to...
Parks and Rec hires sports coordinator, will run soccer program
The Richland Parks and Recreation Department recently announced the hiring of Thelissa Norwood as the new sports coordinator. Norwood joins the City from Florence High School, where she served in special needs education and as assistant basketball coach. Parks and Rec administration noted, “With her experience and expertise, she [Norwood]...
Man dies after being shot on Woodbine Street in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson police are investigating after a man was shot and killed. The shooting happened in the 3100 block of Woodbine Street on Sunday, June 30. Detective Tommie Brown said the victim was identified as Zedrick Warner. He died at a local hospital. No suspect information has been released. Anyone with information […]
Jackson police identify homicide victim
JACKSON, Miss. — Jackson police are investigating the city's latest homicide. Officers were called Sunday, June 30, to the 3100 block of Woodbine Street, where a man had been shot. "Unfortunately, the victim was pronounced dead at a local hospital," Detective Tommie Brown said in a Tuesday news release.
When is the first day of school? Check the calendar for these Jackson-area grade schools
Even though it may feel as if summer break just started, the first day of school is right around the corner for those with children in grade schools. It's time to start prepping backpacks and getting new school supplies. Read on to find out the start date for the 2024-2025 school year. Each school district's start date includes all elementary schools, middle schools and high schools. ...
Operation Shoestring holds Jackson parenting community event. See when and where
Parents and children in the Jackson area can enjoy interactive activities and discussions on raising children in the capital city at Operation Shoestring's upcoming event. The free public event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 13 at Operation Shoestring's base on Bailey Avenue. Operation Shoestring is...
June restaurant inspections are in. See which 12 restaurants failed in the Jackson area
Twelve commercial restaurants in the Jackson metropolitan area failed health inspections during the month of June according to the Mississippi State Department of Health. Upon a follow-up inspection, only 10 of the restaurants rectified the problems and earned a passing score from the MSDH as of press time. The other restaurants have not yet had follow-up inspections.
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