Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:20 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:20:53 GMT
A settlement has been reached in a lawsuit filed by the family of an Alcorn County woman, who died of lung injuries four months after a gas explosion destroyed her mobile home in 2010. Terms of the
A settlement has been reached in a lawsuit filed by the family of an Alcorn County woman, who died of lung injuries four months after a gas explosion destroyed her mobile home in 2010. Terms of the
Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:58 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:58:38 GMT
The head of the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources says the agency is "susceptible to fraud, waste and abuse" and must change its own work environment. Jamie Miller's comments came Tuesday as
The head of the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources says the agency is "susceptible to fraud, waste and abuse" and must change its own work environment. Jamie Miller's comments came Tuesday as
Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:44 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:44:28 GMT
Former teacher and psychometrist Chaffie Gibbs is the Clinton Public School District's new special education department director. Gibbs replaces Laura Purdie who retired this year. "The Clinton Public School
Former teacher and psychometrist Chaffie Gibbs is the Clinton Public School District's new special education department director. Gibbs replaces Laura Purdie who retired this year. "The Clinton Public School
Tuesday, June 18 2013 2:55 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:55:06 GMT
A Meridian man has answered in court for his failure to support his child, announced Attorney General Jim Hood today. William Dew, 39, pleaded guilty and was sentenced Monday for Felony Non-Support
A Meridian man has answered in court for his failure to support his child, announced Attorney General Jim Hood today. William Dew, 39, pleaded guilty and was sentenced Monday for Felony Non-Support
Tuesday, June 18 2013 2:51 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:51:03 GMT
The City of Jackson is partnering with the Mississippi Urban Forest Council and Midtown Partners to host a free workshop on urban orchards and the current status of Jackson's tree canopy. The workshop
The City of Jackson is partnering with the Mississippi Urban Forest Council and Midtown Partners to host a free workshop on urban orchards and the current status of Jackson's tree canopy. The workshop
Tuesday, June 18 2013 2:49 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:49:03 GMT
Chrysler says it has resolved its differences with the government and will recall older Jeep Grand Cherokee and Liberty SUVs that could be at risk of a fuel tank fire. Earlier this month
Chrysler says it has resolved its differences with the government and will recall older Jeep Grand Cherokee and Liberty SUVs that could be at risk of a fuel tank fire. Earlier this month
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:49:18 GMT
Facebook is doing its part to boost organ donor registration.On a single day in 2012, more than 13,000 Facebook users registered to donate organs then shared their organ donor status with other users.
Facebook is doing its part to boost organ donor registration.On a single day in 2012, more than 13,000 Facebook users registered to donate organs then shared their organ donor status with other users.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:47 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:47:40 GMT
Researchers at Northwestern University are developing a drug treatment to keep the eggs of female cancer patients from dying. Chemotherapy and radiation often cause women to lose their fertility. Doctors
Researchers at Northwestern University are developing a drug treatment to keep the eggs of female cancer patients from dying. Chemotherapy and radiation often cause women to lose their fertility. Doctors
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:46 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:46:47 GMT
A new Harvard University study finds pregnant women who are exposed to high air pollution levels may be at increased risk of having an autistic child. Researchers studied more than 25,000 women and found
A new Harvard University study finds pregnant women who are exposed to high air pollution levels may be at increased risk of having an autistic child. Researchers studied more than 25,000 women and found
Wednesday, June 12 2013 5:59 PM EDT2013-06-12 21:59:11 GMT
Hickory Hollow Jerky, LLC, a Eufaula, Ala. establishment, is recalling approximately 1,800 pounds of flavored beef jerky products because of misbranding and an undeclared allergen. The products contain
Hickory Hollow Jerky, LLC, a Eufaula, Ala. establishment, is recalling approximately 1,800 pounds of flavored beef jerky products because of misbranding and an undeclared allergen. The products contain
Tuesday, June 11 2013 5:55 PM EDT2013-06-11 21:55:29 GMT
Mississippi Republican Party leaders have adopted a resolution saying they oppose Medicaid expansion. State GOP chairman Joe Nosef said Tuesday that the party executive committee acted on the document
Mississippi Republican Party leaders have adopted a resolution saying they oppose Medicaid expansion. State GOP chairman Joe Nosef said Tuesday that the party executive committee acted on the document
Friday, June 7 2013 2:18 PM EDT2013-06-07 18:18:13 GMT
In more than 5,200 communities and 20 countries, Relay For Life events comprise the signature fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Each Relay For Life event is special to its community, but the
In more than 5,200 communities and 20 countries, Relay For Life events comprise the signature fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Each Relay For Life event is special to its community, but the
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is "susceptible to fraud, waste and abuse" and must change its own work environment. That's the word from the department's chief. Jamie Miller released results of an...
Scientists in Michigan and Louisiana are predicting a big summer "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico. In the Chesapeake Bay, a smaller than average dead zone is expected.
Scientists in Michigan and Louisiana are predicting a big summer "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico. In the Chesapeake Bay, a smaller than average dead zone is expected.
A settlement has been reached in a lawsuit filed by the family of an Alcorn County woman, who died of lung injuries four months after a gas explosion destroyed her mobile home in 2010.
A settlement has been reached in a lawsuit filed by the family of an Alcorn County woman, who died of lung injuries four months after a gas explosion destroyed her mobile home in 2010.
A mentally disabled woman and her young child were enslaved for more than a year, denied food and threatened with a pet python and pit bills, and the woman was beaten and forced to get pain medication for her...
A mentally disabled woman charged with shoplifting a candy bar asked to be jailed because three people "had been mean to her" - then went on to tell authorities about her time spent in unfathomably cruel servitude, along...
New airborne laser scanning data has uncovered a network of roadways and canals, illustrating an entire bustling ancient city linking Cambodia's famed Angkor Wat temples complex.
Airborne laser technology has uncovered a network of roadways and canals, illustrating a bustling ancient city linking Cambodia's famed Angkor Wat temple complex.
A chef who worked for Michael Jackson has described the home lives of the children during the final months of the singer's life, including what she said was his daughter's last birthday party.
Michael Jackson's personal chef described for jurors the home lives of the children during the final months of the singer's life and their ongoing grief over their father's death nearly four years ago.
A judge has declared a mistrial after jurors failed to reach a verdict in the trial of a Detroit police officer who fatally shot a 7-year-old girl.
A judge declared a mistrial Tuesday after jurors failed to reach a verdict in the trial of a Detroit police officer who fatally shot a 7-year-old girl during a chaotic search for a murder suspect that was recorded by a...
Tuesday, June 18 2013 2:36 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:36:33 GMT
Alabama authorities are looking for a missing infant and a teen-aged girl who may be linked to his alleged abduction. The Department of Public Safety issued an alert Tuesday for 2-month-old
Alabama authorities are looking for a missing infant and a teen-aged girl who may be linked to his alleged abduction. The Department of Public Safety issued an alert Tuesday for 2-month-old
Wednesday, June 12 2013 5:53 PM EDT2013-06-12 21:53:50 GMT
The Mississippi Department of Transportation has issued an alert for the I-55 northbound outside lane between Summit and Bogue Chitto.The northbound outside lane of I-55 is temporarily closed and MDOT
The Mississippi Department of Transportation has issued an alert for the I-55 northbound outside lane between Summit and Bogue Chitto.The northbound outside lane of I-55 is temporarily closed and MDOT
Registration Opens for Independence Day Activities
Tuesday, June 11 2013 11:18 AM EDT2013-06-11 15:18:13 GMT
The Second Annual Independence Day Celebration will be held at both Old Trace Park and Lakeshore Park on the Reservoir Saturday, June 29th, and will feature kid zones, a climbing wall, live music, food
The Second Annual Independence Day Celebration will be held at both Old Trace Park and Lakeshore Park on the Reservoir Saturday, June 29th, and will feature kid zones, a climbing wall, live music, food
Monday, June 10 2013 4:24 PM EDT2013-06-10 20:24:07 GMT
Clinton police are investigating a double murder this morning after a suspect led them to the bodies. Around 3 a.m., Clinton authorities say they were notified by Jackson Police that they had 47 year old
Clinton police are investigating a double murder this morning after a suspect led them to the bodies. Around 3 a.m., Clinton authorities say they were notified by Jackson Police that they had 47 year old
Thursday, June 6 2013 9:45 AM EDT2013-06-06 13:45:47 GMT
Reservoir patrol is still searching for a missing 43-year-old man at this hour. Madison County EOC Director, Butch Hammack, says there aren't many details available at this time. The man was
Reservoir patrol has found the body of a 43-year old man. Madison County EOC Director, Butch Hammack, says there aren't many details available at this time.
Tuesday, June 4 2013 2:05 PM EDT2013-06-04 18:05:51 GMT
One person is dead, and five others shot during a shootout at the Sunset Plaza Apartments in West Jackson. Jackson Police spokesperson Colendula Green says as many at 200 rounds were fired during the
One person is dead, and five others shot during a shootout at the Sunset Plaza Apartments in West Jackson. Jackson Police spokesperson Colendula Green says as many at 200 rounds were fired during the
Sunday, June 2 2013 12:17 AM EDT2013-06-02 04:17:15 GMT
The weather this year did not live up to the name of Ridgeland's Heatwave Classic.
The weather this year did not live up to the name of Ridgeland's Heatwave Classic. In fact racers in the triathlon that started in finished at Old Trace Park posted some quick times on Saturday thanks to early overcast skies.
Wednesday, May 29 2013 8:31 PM EDT2013-05-30 00:31:42 GMT
State of the City Address Wednesday, May 29, 2013 – 12:00 noon Smith Robertson Museum Good Afternoon, Thank you Reverend Young for that invocation. Council members, friends, family, supporters,
JACKSON - Mayor Harvey Johnson delivered his final State of the State address Wednesday at Smith Robertson Museum.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:56 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:56:59 GMT
Former Ward 2 Councilman Chokwe Lumumba is recognized as the projected winner of the primary runoff election, according to polling results.Lumumba beat political newcomer and businessman, Jonathan Lee,
Former Ward 2 Councilman Chokwe Lumumba is recognized as the projected winner of the primary runoff election, according to polling results.Lumumba beat political newcomer and businessman, Jonathan Lee,
Friday, May 17 2013 12:47 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:47:43 GMT
The Powerball jackpot for Saturday's drawing continues to grow. The Multi-State Lottery Association, which operates the game for 45 lotteries including Louisiana's, said Friday the jackpot climbs to
The Powerball jackpot for Saturday's drawing continues to grow. The Multi-State Lottery Association, which operates the game for 45 lotteries including Louisiana's, said Friday the jackpot climbs to
Tuesday, April 30 2013 12:37 PM EDT2013-04-30 16:37:42 GMT
Governor Phil Bryant, officials from GE Aviation and state and local leaders gathered Tuesday to celebrate the grand opening of the company's new 344,000-square-foot composites manufacturing facility in
Governor Phil Bryant, officials from GE Aviation and state and local leaders gathered Tuesday to celebrate the grand opening of the company's new 344,000-square-foot composites manufacturing facility in
Tuesday, April 23 2013 1:12 PM EDT2013-04-23 17:12:31 GMT
A federal official says the man charged with sending poison letters to President Barack Obama, a U.S. senator and a Mississippi judge has been released from jail. Jeff Woodfin, chief deputy with the
A federal official says the man charged with sending poison letters to President Barack Obama, a U.S. senator and a Mississippi judge has been released from jail. Jeff Woodfin, chief deputy with the
Friday, April 19 2013 10:19 AM EDT2013-04-19 14:19:12 GMT
A Mississippi man accused of mailing letters with suspected ricin to national leaders believed he had uncovered a conspiracy to sell human body parts on the black market and claimed "various parties within
A Mississippi man accused of mailing letters with suspected ricin to national leaders believed he had uncovered a conspiracy to sell human body parts on the black market and claimed "various parties within
Tuesday, April 16 2013 12:08 AM EDT2013-04-16 04:08:03 GMT
Two explosions have injured at least a half dozen people at the Boston Marathon.
A pair of explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon have injured at least a half-dozen people, according to witnesses. Television footage showed smoke rising from the scene. The race goes from
Sunday, April 7 2013 12:57 AM EDT2013-04-07 04:57:15 GMT
Congratulations is in order Saturday night for a member of the WJTV News Channel 12 family. Our videographer Justin Burks married the love of his life Saturday afternoon in downtown Jackson at Union Station. Justin
JACKSON - WJTV videographer Justin Burks married the love of his life Saturday afternoon in downtown Jackson at Union Station.
Thursday, April 4 2013 8:38 PM EDT2013-04-05 00:38:01 GMT
Yellow crime tape surrounds the JPD Headquarters in downtown Jackson after a shooting occurred this evening around 6. Assistant Chief Lee Vance will not confirm any details, but our crew saw paramedics
Yellow crime tape surrounds the JPD Headquarters in downtown Jackson after a shooting occurred this evening around 6. Assistant Chief Lee Vance will not confirm any details, but our crew saw paramedics
Thursday, February 14 2013 5:32 PM EST2013-02-14 22:32:08 GMT
Last year, 350 trucks carrying radioactive material passed through Mississippi. By law, trucking companies must notify the state before bringing dangerous cargo onto our highways. It is the Mississippi
Last year, 350 trucks carrying radioactive material passed through Mississippi. By law, trucking companies must notify the state before bringing dangerous cargo onto our highways. It is the Mississippi
A mosquito-borne disease that preys on the young and malnourished is sweeping across poverty-riven northern India again this monsoon season, with officials worried it could be the deadliest outbreak in nearly a...
A mosquito-borne disease that preys on the young and malnourished is sweeping across poverty-riven northern India again this monsoon season in what officials worry could be the deadliest outbreak in nearly a decade.
New airborne laser scanning data has uncovered a network of roadways and canals, illustrating an entire bustling ancient city linking Cambodia's famed Angkor Wat temples complex.
Airborne laser technology has uncovered a network of roadways and canals, illustrating a bustling ancient city linking Cambodia's famed Angkor Wat temple complex.
In some of the biggest protests since the end of Brazil's 1964-85 dictatorship, demonstrations have spread across this continent-sized country and united people from all walks of life behind frustrations over...
Thousands of demonstrators flooded a square in Brazil's economic hub, Sao Paulo, on Tuesday evening for the latest in a historic wave of protests against the shoddy state of public transit, schools and other public...
A large bomb exploded in the Afghan capital on Tuesday, killing at least three people on the day the international military coalition hands over responsibility for fighting the Taliban insurgency to the nascent...
The Taliban and the U.S. said Tuesday they will hold talks on finding a political solution to ending nearly 12 years of war in Afghanistan, as the international coalition formally handed over control of the country's...
Protesters surrounding the city hall of Brazil's biggest city have clashed with police when a small group of demonstrators tried to force their way into the building.
Protesters surrounding the city hall of Brazil's biggest city have clashed with police when a small group of demonstrators tried to force their way into the building.
Israeli and global leaders, local celebrities and Hollywood superstars celebrated under one roof to honor Israeli President Shimon Peres for his upcoming 90th birthday.
Israeli and global leaders, local celebrities and Hollywood superstars celebrated under one roof Tuesday to honor Israeli President Shimon Peres for his upcoming 90th birthday, reflecting world respect for one of the...
The House Judiciary Committee is preparing to vote on its first immigration bill this year, a tough enforcement measure giving state and local officials new powers to act against people here illegally.
Sweeping immigration legislation moving toward a vote in the Senate would boost the economy and reduce federal deficits, the Congressional Budget Office said Tuesday, at the same time it would bestow legal status on an...
The abortion wars are returning to Congress in a big way with House legislation to ban almost all abortions after a fetus reaches 20 weeks of age.
The Republican-led House on Tuesday passed a far-reaching anti-abortion bill that conservatives saw as a milestone in their 40-year campaign against legalized abortion and Democrats characterized as yet another example of a...
A large bomb exploded in the Afghan capital on Tuesday, killing at least three people on the day the international military coalition hands over responsibility for fighting the Taliban insurgency to the nascent...
The Taliban and the U.S. said Tuesday they will hold talks on finding a political solution to ending nearly 12 years of war in Afghanistan, as the international coalition formally handed over control of the country's...
A Democratic congressman has released the full transcript of congressional investigators' interview with an Internal Revenue Service manager and self-described conservative Republican who said the close scrutiny...
An Internal Revenue Service manager and self-described conservative Republican said the close scrutiny of tea party groups' tax forms originated in his Cincinnati IRS office and not in Washington, according to a full...
Military leaders are ready to begin tearing down the remaining walls that have prevented women from holding thousands of combat and special operations jobs near the front lines.
Declaring "the days of Rambo are over," a top general said Tuesday that cultural, social and behavioral concerns may be bigger hurdles than tough physical fitness requirements for women looking to join the military's...
