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Two Dog Farms
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Two Dog Farms provides fresh produce in Jackson and surrounding areas. They are also at the Jackson Farmer’s Market each Saturday. Want more WLBT news in your inbox? Click here to subscribe to our newsletter. See a spelling or grammar error in our story? Please...
New law gives cities more teeth to limit liquor stores
RIDGELAND, Miss. (WLBT) - Come July 1, cities across the state will have a greater say in where liquor stores can and can’t operate within their corporate limits. Gov. Tate Reeves recently signed H.B. 776, a measure that gives municipalities the ability to amend their zoning laws to provide more limitations on where package stores can set up shop.
Bond denied for man charged in Jackson park homicide
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The 19-year-old accused of killing a man in a Jackson park appeared in court on Thursday, May 16. During his initial court appearance, Daveon Lindsey was assigned a public defender. He was denied bond for capital murder and armed robbery. Lindsey received a $25,000 bond on a felony fleeing charge, and he […]
'It's a danger': Illegal street racing an issue for police, residents, drivers
JACKSON, Miss. — Illegal street racing has become an issue for residents across the city of Jackson. Tire marks line Medgar Evers Boulevard, where illegal street racing frequently takes place. "We were concerned about it because one of our pedestrians almost got hit by one of those cars that...
Proposed closing of three of Mississippi’s HBCUs is concerning
Here we go again. Will Mississippi’s African American communities just roll over in acceptance of the possibility of three Historically Black College and Universities being closed? Complacency at this point will be the source of regret for years to come. I for one am in total disbelief that there is not the most resounding reaction […]
3OYS: The trial and conviction of Beth Ann White
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - WLBT takes you from the day of the tragic alcohol-fueled crash that killed Allison and Alex Conaway to the sentencing of the killer, Beth Ann White. Want more WLBT news in your inbox? Click here to subscribe to our newsletter. See a spelling or grammar error...
Two men who led Pearl police on deadly high-speed chases receive decades-long sentences
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - The two suspects who led Pearl police on deadly high-speed chases into other jurisdictions have been sentenced to forty years behind bars for the crimes. County records show Ryan Irwin pleaded guilty late last year to fleeing a law enforcement officer resulting in death, but...
City of Jackson warns residents JTRAN drivers may strike, but so far all buses are running
JTRAN buses are fully operational as of 10 a.m. Friday. Melissa Payne, the City of Jackson's spokesperson, told the Clarion Ledger a press release would be sent out if bus services stopped, but all buses and routes are running so far. The news comes as residents and JTRAN bus riders...
18-wheeler takes out power pole in West Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - More than 1,100 customers are waking up in the dark Friday morning after an 18-wheeler took out a power pole in West Jackson. The incident occurred around 6 a.m. at the intersection of Raymond Road and Robinson Road extension. According to Entergy Mississippi’s website, power should...
MDWFP recognizes absence of commissioner
JACKSON — Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks monthly commission meeting might have looked strange without outspoken commissioner Leonard Bentz present Thursday. Executive Director Lynn Posey acknowledged the absence of the commissioner. Bentz was not confirmed by the senate Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks committee. He is caught up in a bizarre case of turkeys […] The post MDWFP recognizes absence of commissioner appeared first on Daily Leader.
ATF has launched anti-gun-trafficking campaign
JACKSON, Miss. — The Bureau of Alcohol, Firearms and Explosives-New Orleans Field Division has launched its anti-gun-trafficking campaign partnered with other law enforcement agencies, and they've made their way to Jackson. Partnering with the firearm industry, the National Shooting Sports Foundation and federal law enforcement agencies. Traveling all over...
Jackson State softball knocked out of NCAA Tournament by California
The Butler did it to Jackson State softball on Saturday. California's Elon Butler had a second-inning grand slam to power the Golden Bears to a 15-0 run-rule victory, eliminating the Tigers from the NCAA Tournament in the Baton Rouge Regional at Tiger Park. ...
Department of Public Safety and other state agencies moving to Pearl
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The capital city is losing another major government facility with the legislature’s approval for relocation. The Department of Public Safety and other state agencies are moving their operations to Rankin County. “Take good pictures of this building because I intend to tear it down,” said...
Silver Alert issued for 63-year-old Jackson man
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Silver Alert has been issued for a 63-year-old Jackson man. Agents with the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) said David Williams was last seen on Wednesday, May 15 around 8:00 p.m. in the 1900 block of Shady Lane Drive. Family members said Williams suffers from a medical condition that may […]
Pearl business owner concerned about more damage from storms
PEARL, Miss. (WJTV) – With another round of possible severe weather later this week, a Pearl business owner is concerned about more damage in the area. The recent storms ripped off the front of Paradise Pools and Spas, located on South Pearson Road. “I was scared that more internal damage was done. And with this […]
Boo’s Smokehouse
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - May 16 is National Barbecue Day! Boo’s Smokehouse joined Studio 3 to celebrate and of course, eat!. Want more WLBT news in your inbox? Click here to subscribe to our newsletter. See a spelling or grammar error in our story? Please click here to report...
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