News
Man accused of raping 9-month-old infant caught after years on the run, police say
14+ hour, 47+ min ago (235+ words) JACKSON, Tenn. (WMC/Gray News) - The Jackson Police Department announced the arrest of a man wanted for sexual exploitation crimes involving an infant. Isiah Hayes, 27, was taken into custody Friday on charges of aggravated child rape, conspiracy to commit aggravated…...
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority makes donation to LeMoyne-Owen College during state cluster
6+ day, 12+ hour ago (86+ words) Delta Sigma Theta Sorority makes donation to LeMoyne-Owen College during state cluster'WLBT Delta Sigma Theta Sorority makes donation to LeMoyne-Owen College during state cluster Wilmington couple says vehicles were struck by thrown objects near the same intersection " six months apart…...
Mississippi to participate in Trump push to ensure foster children have ‘safe and stable home’
1+ week, 3+ day ago (181+ words) JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Gov. Tate Reeves announced on Tuesday that Mississippi will participate in the Trump administration's pilot initiative to ensure that "every child in foster care has access to a safe and stable home." It's called "A Home for…...
Experts warn of possible ‘tax bomb’ on student loan forgiveness
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (88+ words) Experts warn of possible "tax bomb" on student loan forgiveness'WLBT Experts warn of possible "tax bomb" on student loan forgiveness Smart underwear could help researchers better understand human farts Russia poisoned Navalny with toxin linked to poison dart frogs, European…...
Governor’s Arts Awards honor Mississippians who excel each year
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (279+ words) JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Mississippians who excel in the arts are honored with the annual Governor's Arts Awards. They are recognized for performing, teaching, creating music, and craftsmanship. The 2026 recipients received one of the state's highest honors. Four artists and the…...
Annual JPS Science Fair and STEAM Expo encourages learning and new possibilities
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (63+ words) Annual JPS Science Fair and STEAM Expo encourages learning and new possibilities'WLBT Annual JPS Science Fair and STEAM Expo encourages learning and new possibilities JFD responds to fire at Chapel Ridge Apartments Entergy restores power statewide after devastating winter storm…...
Another country becomes one step closer to social media ban for children under 15
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (95+ words) Another country becomes one step closer to social media ban for children under 15wlbt.com (CNN) " France's National Assembly has backed a bill that seeks to ban social media access for children under 15 years old. The bill requires final approval from…...
Exclusive: Foster children who often put belongings in garbage bags will get new suitcases
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (432+ words) JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - More than a thousand foster children will no longer have to put their belongings in garbage bags or pillow cases. Attorney General Lynn Fitch teamed up with other state agencies and lawmakers to stuff brand new suitcases…...
Mississippi’s 2026 legislative sessions begins with action from Senate on PERS and education
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (66+ words) Mississippi's 2026 legislative sessions begins with action from Senate on PERS and education'WLBT Mississippi's 2026 legislative sessions begins with action from Senate on PERS and education Dallas fugitive on the run for six months arrested in Port Gibson Bridal expo helps couples…...
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center welcomes its first baby of the new year
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (215+ words) JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Joshua Maurice James Collins. That's the name of the first baby born in 2026 at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson. The seven-pound, 10-ounce baby boy was welcomed into the world at 12:16 a.m., making him the first of the…...