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Leader calls for decorum on both sides after outburst derails city council meeting

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A Jackson city councilman is asking people to tone down the rhetoric about data centers after yet another outburst at a city council meeting. On Tuesday, the meeting was recessed after Ward 3 Councilman Kenneth Stokes said he would “cut out a b----” in response to a comment made by a data center protester.

Jackson, MS · 3d
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Mississippi votes Democrat Bennie Thompson as 2nd District U.S. Representative

JACKSON, Miss. — Democrat Bennie G. Thompson won the 2nd District U.S. House seat in Mississippi. Thompson went against Republican Ron Eller and independent Bennie Foster for his 2nd District U.S. House seat. With 37% of the vote counted, the Associated Press declared Thompson the winner of that race with 63.3% of the vote.

Mississippi · 3d
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Central Mississippi Walk to End Alzheimer’s Set for Saturday at Trustmark Park

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Hundreds of families, caregivers, advocates, and community leaders across the Jackson metro will gather this weekend for the 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Central Mississippi. Taking place on Saturday, November 7, at Trustmark Park in Pearl, the annual event raises critical funds and...

Pearl, MS · 2d
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Long lines, lack of machines and hourslong waits: DeSoto County voters describe Election Day frustrations

DESOTO COUNTY, Miss. — Some voters in DeSoto County spent hours waiting to cast their ballots Tuesday, with residents reporting long lines, limited voting machines and delays during Mississippi's general election. Wait times varied significantly depending on the polling location. While some residents reported relatively short waits, others said...

Desoto County, MS · 2d
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Liveblog: Mississippi’s 2026 U.S. Senate Election Results

Mississippi election workers are counting ballots amid a tight race between Republican U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith and Democratic challenger Scott Colom. Follow this liveblog for the latest updates. See results in other races here. Around 3,600 Mail Ballots Outstanding in Mississippi. Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson says that approximately...

Mississippi · 3d

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Family speaks out about proposal to rename portion of Medgar Evers Boulevard

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Family members of slain civil rights icon Medgar Wiley Evers say they were never contacted about an effort to rename a portion of Medgar Evers Boulevard after Kohen Wiley. Last month, Ward 3 Councilman Kenneth Stokes announced plans to rename a portion of the street after...

Jackson, MS · 4d

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Former Hinds County District Attorney, former Jackson councilman sentenced in bribery case

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Former Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens and former Jackson City Councilman Aaron Banks were sentenced after they pled guilty to conspiracy in connection to the Jackson bribery scandal. A federal judge on November 5, 2026, sentenced Owens to 41 months in prison. He was also ordered to pay a $100,000 fine […]

Jackson, MS · 2d

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Rankin County supervisors approve conditional use for mining along Highway 25

RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - Rankin County supervisors approved conditional use for Seth Bilbro to mine land at the corner of Kitty Hawk Drive and Highway 25. Residents who live in the area are voicing concerns about the heavy construction that will come with the change. Residents’ concerns. Al...

Rankin County, MS · 4d

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Mississippi residents encouraged to prepare generators for winter safely

As colder temperatures approach, officials are reminding residents about the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. With November recognized as Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month, experts are urging homeowners to prepare their generators and take precautions to stay safe this winter.

Mississippi · 3d

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2026 Harvest Fest at the Ag Museum

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The annual Harvest Festival will be held November 10-14, 2026, at the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum. Small Town Mississippi will come to life each day from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Admission is $10 for ages 3 and up. Live demonstrations throughout the museum...

Jackson, MS · 2d

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Groundworks provides foundation solutions in Mississippi

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) -Groundworks is a national company with a local office in the Jackson metro area. It is employee-owned. Certified Field Inspector Stanley Johnson visited Studio 3 and shared how the employee-owned company makes a big difference to customers. Groundworks can handle foundation, basements, and crawl spaces. To learn...

Jackson, MS · 3d

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Poll issues reported in some Mississippi counties

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – According to the Mississippi Votes Action Fund (MSVAF), there have been issues at the polls on November 3, 2026. The group said the Hinds County and Jackson County Circuit Clerk phone lines were down, and several locations in Lamar, Lincoln, Hinds and Jackson counties have had machine malfunctions. They said some […]

Mississippi · 4d

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The TJ Ritchie Show: Midterm Fears & Jackson City Council

The TJ Ritchie Show is a nightly talk show on WBT Charlotte that covers news and politics, along with everything happening in entertainment, sports, and…well…life! Because he’s “America’s Coolest Conservative,” TJ breaks it all down in a way that everyone can understand and enjoy, delivering pinpoint political analysis with wit and a heaping dose of Southern charm. Not since Rush Limbaugh has a host combined serious political and cultural news with satirical humor. He has been one of America’s most well-respected radio hosts for over 25 years, and now he’s conquering the talk radio and podcast world. Liberals beware…you just might laugh at yourselves! There’s a new Sheriff in town, and his name is TJ Ritchie!

Jackson, MS · 2d

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Burn ban remains in effect for Clinton

As of press time, a burn ban remains in effect until further notice as dangerously dry conditions continue across the area. The lack of significant rainfall has left grass, leaves and vegetation extremely dry, creating conditions where even a small spark can quickly ignite a fire and spread to surrounding areas.

Clinton, MS · 3d

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The IRS gives taxpayers in storm, fire and quake zones of Washington, Mississippi and Hawaii until Feb. 1, 2027 to file and pay many federal taxes

People who live or run a business in parts of Washington, Mississippi and Hawaii hit by wildfires, a tropical storm and an earthquake now have until Feb. 1, 2027 to file and pay many federal taxes. The IRS issued three separate postponements this summer and fall, one for each disaster. Each one covers only the […]

Hawaii · 1d

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Hiten Patel Builds Trust In North Mississippi Law

The first call often comes when someone feels the ground shift beneath them. A charge has been filed. An accident has changed a routine day. A court date appears on the calendar, and suddenly the future feels difficult to read. At HP Attorneys PLLC, attorney Hiten Patel understands that people rarely contact a lawyer on an ordinary day. They call when the stakes feel personal, when answers matter, and when calm guidance can help restore a sense of control.

Mississippi · 1d

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Mistletoe Marketplace brings 154 vendors to Mississippi Trade Mart

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The 43rd annual Mistletoe Marketplace is open through Saturday at the Mississippi Trade Mart. This year, 154 vendors set up shop. Mistletoe Marketplace is a long-standing tradition for shoppers, but it is a new experience for some local business owners. Madison artist shows oil paintings. Madison...

Jackson, MS · 1d

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Both Mississippi millionaires watching Cali closely

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... California voters on Nov. 3 decided whether or not to approve Proposition 40, a ballot measure that would impose a one-time 5% tax on the net worth of Californians with more than $1 billion in net worth and use the proceeds largely to fund health care programs.

California · 2d

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MAAA Recently Hosted Legislative Lunch & Learn

The second annual event was held on Thursday, October 15. The Mississippi Agricultural Aviation Association (MAAA) hosted its second annual Legislative Lunch & Learn on Thursday, October 15, at Valley Air Applicators at the Indianola Municipal Airport, bringing together state legislators, agricultural aviation professionals, farmers, community leaders, educators, and industry stakeholders for an afternoon of discussion, fellowship, and education. The event was originally designed to strengthen relationships between Mississippi’s agricultural aviation community and the individuals and organizations whose decisions influence the future of agriculture across the state.

Mississippi · 2d

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Midterm voter turnout higher than usual in Jackson metro area, poll workers say

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The doors haven’t stopped swinging at polling places across the Jackson metro, where poll workers say a steady stream of voters has come through all day. Poll workers told 3 On Your Side that turnout this midterm is significantly higher than in past years, when...

Jackson, MS · 3d