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Hinds County
Crime
15-year-old arrested in murder of another 15-year-old in Jackson
Updated: 9 hours ago
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By
WLBT Staff
Nikkiffar Allen was arrested for murder on Monday, March 27.
Jackson Crime
Jordan Cummins denied bond in double homicide near Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade
Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 2:00 PM CDT
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By
Roslyn Anderson
The suspect charged in the deaths of two people near the Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade on Saturday has been denied bond.
Jackson Crime
Teen girl charged with murder after attempted carjacking in Jackson leaves 15-year-old dead
Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 9:40 AM CDT
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By
WLBT Staff
Mia Shavers, 17, had involvement in the attempted carjacking that led to the death of Emmanuel Lewis, 15, who was also involved in the crime.
Education
Some JPS schools shift locations after Sunday storms knock out power
Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 6:41 AM CDT
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By
WLBT Staff
Buses will be onsite at home schools to receive and transport students to their residences.
Crime
Husband of Ebony Owens now also charged with sexual battery of a minor
Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 1:16 PM CDT
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By
Morgan Harris
Michael Owens, the husband of Ebony Owens and the man charged in her death, is now facing additional charges.
Crime
Deputies investigating after 2 people shot in Terry
Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 10:32 PM CDT
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By
WLBT Staff
Terry police and Hinds County deputies are investigating a shooting that took place Thursday night.
News
Jackson city leaders unsure, at odds over who will pick up garbage come April 1
Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 2:52 PM CDT
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By
Anthony Warren
Council president says mayor has told him he's going to bring forward a contract for council consideration.
Hinds County
Day 8 of search for Ebony Owens ends, but could resume Friday
Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 11:12 AM CDT
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By
WLBT.com Staff
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Holly Emery
Investigators believe Owens’ husband dumped her body in the Big Black River after killing her.
Hinds County
Much needed improvements are on the way to Historic Farish Street District
Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 10:23 PM CDT
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By
Quentin Smith
If you have driven along the Historic Farish Street District, you have probably noticed the area is hungry for some much-needed improvements.
News
Hal’s St. Paddy’s Day Parade to honor last Grand Marshal, Trace Alston
Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 7:15 PM CDT
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By
Roslyn Anderson
The pandemic bestowed the honor of longest running grand marshal to Trace Alston when Hal’s St. Paddy’s Day Parade returned in 2022.
Current Radar
Jackson Crime
JPD: Two arrested for murder of man found dead in vehicle
Updated: Mar. 19, 2023 at 8:04 AM CDT
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By
WLBT.com Staff
The incident happened in the 4000 block of Rainy Road around 6:30 p.m.
Hinds County
West Capitol Street building goes up in flames overnight
Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 6:50 AM CDT
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By
WLBT.com Staff
WLBT is working to find out if anyone was injured and how the fire started.
National
Nonprofit head pleads guilty in Mississippi welfare fraud
Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 8:55 PM CDT
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By
The Associated Press
The director of a Mississippi nonprofit organization pleaded guilty Thursday in federal court to stealing government funds intended to help needy families in one of the poorest states in the U.S., court documents show.
Jackson Crime
15-year-old victim of drive-by shooting at Jackson apartment identified
Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 7:29 PM CDT
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By
WLBT.com Staff
Chapman was a student at Lanier High School.
News
Husband charged in murder of missing Hinds County woman
Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 7:23 PM CDT
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By
WLBT.com Staff
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Morgan Harris
According to authorities, Ebony Owens died from at least one gunshot wound.
Jackson Crime
15-year-old dead after drive-by shooting in Jackson
Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 6:50 PM CDT
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By
WLBT.com Staff
According to the Jackson Police Department, the shooting happened at the Keystone Estates Apartment Complex in Jackson around 4 p.m.
News
Raw sewage leak impacting North Jackson area
Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 6:14 PM CDT
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By
Joseph Doehring
At the intersection of Manhattan Road and Holly Street is where the source can be found guzzling out countless gallons of raw sewage and debris.
News
Black Voters Matter protests against HB 1020
Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 11:24 PM CDT
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By
Morgan Harris
A national advocacy group and local leaders gathered today at the State Capitol to urge lawmakers to vote no on House Bill 1020.
News
JPS student approached by man at bus stop
Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 7:04 PM CDT
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By
Roslyn Anderson
A South Jackson father has growing concerns for the safety of his children.