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'Operation Unified' credited with 600 arrests so far
JACKSON, Miss. — Phase two of Operation Unified is underway. The operation, which involves state, local and federal law enforcement resources, has been credited with 600 arrests, and officers have served 35 warrants since it began in mid-January. In addition, more than 200 firearms, 500 pounds of drugs and $30,000 have been seized.
Man sentenced for shooting into Clinton police cruiser
JACKSON, Miss. — A man accused of shooting at a Clinton police officer is headed to prison. Jerry McAlister was sentenced to 10 years for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon while firing at officers during a high-speed pursuit, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Woman wanted for felony shoplifting of store in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson Police have identified a felony shoplifting suspect. According to JPD, the incident occurred in the 6300 block of Interstate 55 North on Friday, March 1. Detectives with Jackson Police learned that the suspect, 46-year-old Trasonya Anderson, stole over $1,000 worth of merchandise and fled the...
The Great American Eclipse is almost here; here are tips to stay safe
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Great American Eclipse will make its way through the country on April 8. A few notable cities are Natchez, where the eclipse gets started in Mississippi, at around 1:49 p.m. then Vicksburg and Jackson join at around 1:52 p.m. Oxford and Clarksdale will be some of the last cities to experience it closer to 2 p.m. with Clarksdale expected to get around 96.1 percent totality.
How long do you need to boil water? Boil water notices issued in Jackson for March 25 - 28
Boil water advisories were issued during the last week of March for Jackson, Mississippi, according to the Mississippi State Department of Health. The boil water alerts were issued as a result of repair work performed on the City of Jackson water system. Boil water notices issued week of March 25...
Heavy law enforcement presence reported along I-55 North
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Multiple state troopers have responded to a scene along I-55 North, near the Briarwood Drive exit. Video provided to WLBT by a viewer shows what appears to be an individual being taken into custody, while multiple lanes were blocked. According to the Mississippi Department of Transportation’s...
Kroger donates $40,000 to JSU food pantry
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson State University (JSU), in partnership with Kroger, will bring new resources to the college community. Kroger and JSU officials hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on campus to celebrate the donation to the food pantry. Kroger donated $40,000 to help set up the food pantry, which will be source for hygiene products, […]
Mississippi man found guilty of injuring 10-week-old daughter
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A 24-year-old man was found guilty of one count of felonious child abuse in Rankin County. Madison and Rankin Counties’ District Attorney Bubba Bramlett said Timothy Warren Wilson will be sentenced on May 13, 2024. He faces a sentence of five years to life in prison. On December 19, 2022, […]
‘Pistol Pete’ appears in court for Byram shooting
BYRAM, Miss. (WJTV) – A man, who’s known as “Pistol Pete,” will remain in custody without bond. Peter James Hauck made his initial appearance in court on Wednesday, March 27. Police said Hauck shot a man in the leg at a home on Turtle Road on Friday, March 22. According to investigators, Hauck and the […]
Mississippi's 82 counties designated disaster areas due to 2023 drought
Farmers throughout Mississippi could soon see financial aid to offset losses resulting from a historic drought last year thanks to a statewide disaster designation from the United States Department of Agriculture. In 2023, more than 400,000 residents were impacted by lengthy hot conditions and instances where less than average amounts...
Jackson residents frustrated with illegal dumping
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Illegal dumping in Jackson is out of control, and neighbors said they want their city cleaned up. Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade has been talking about the issue since June 1, 2023, and said it’s a priority. “It bothers me a lot, Cameron, when...
State Route 28 bridge will be closed for several months
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – On March 20, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) was forced to shut down the State Route 28 bridge over the Pearl River at the Copiah/Simpson County line. The bridge was struck by an over-height vehicle traveling westbound, causing significant structural damage. “This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of […]
Curious Mississippi: How safe are Mississippi roads? Compare the studies here
Editor's note: This is the latest edition of Curious Mississippi, a service to the readers of the Clarion Ledger. Other questions answered by Curious Mississippi have surrounded recycling, potholes, UMMC construction, cicadas and the international nature of the Jackson airport. Readers can submit questions by email to CuriousMississippi@ClarionLedger.com and editors will pick out the best and reporters will answer them in an upcoming edition.
Easter Weekend at the Ag Museum
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Studio 3 visited the Ag Museum to get a preview of this weekend’s Easter event. 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 it and...
Man last seen in Belhaven Heights area reported missing
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Authorities are searching for a missing 37-year-old man who was last seen in the Belhaven Heights area in Jackson. Officials with the Mississippi Department of Public Safety (DPS) said Dau Mabil was last seen around 12:00 p.m. on Monday, March 25, leaving his home to go for a walk. He was […]
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