Jackson, Mississippi, is still recovering from the winter storm that hit the South last month. Get the latest news, updates, photos and videos on Jackson, Michigan. Jackson Public Works Director Charles Williams gives update on the city’s water crisis. Jackson Police Department arrested a man accused of two robberies. Lumumba, Hosemann meet to discuss Jackson infrastructure needs. The vehicle left the scene traveling south on Nissan Dr. lawmaker argues legalizing prostitution would make sex work safer, Christian author Beth Moore says she no longer identifies as a Southern Baptist. The suspect is wanted for burglary in the Old Canton Road/Pine Knoll Drive area. Renowned R&B, blues and jazz singers such as Art Garfunkel, Roberta Flack and Johnnie Taylor flocked to Jackson's studios to record their albums. 5740 Getwell Rd Building 13 Southaven, MS 38672. A jury gave a guilty verdict to a man for first-degree murder and attempted murder on March 11. The fun kicks off from 10:45 a.m. to Noon Friday. The alleged victim's father said he found videos of the relationship on his son's phone. WDBD Television for Jackson, MS. WDBD FOX 40 Jackson MS Local News, Weather and Sports. Only VIPs allowed. But they've been unsuccessful. Brandon, MS Gwendolyn Warren Box Brandon, MS - Gwendolyn Warren Box, 86, departed this earth on the afternoon of March 3, 2021. The Official Newspaper of Jackson State University. The Mississippi Highway Patrol DRIVE (Driving Requires Initiative Values and Education) campaign began in February and will continue throughout the year. msn back to msn home news powered by Microsoft News Schools will receive about $130 billion of the historic $1.9T COVID-19 bill passed by Congress. Despite Texas and Mississippi recently deciding to rescind statewide mask mandates and allow businesses to reopen at 100% ... broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 404 Enterprise Drive Suite A Oxford, MS 38655. A Gray Media Group, Inc. Station - © 2002-2021 Gray Television, Inc. Chase Bank, United Way make $30k donation to Mississippi Food Network. After more than two weeks without a drop of water, one Jackson, Mississippi, restaurant is finally back open for business. “We’re taking positive steps to particularly deal with homelessness downtown because all of those people are part of the fiber of Jackson,” said Bishop Ronnie Crudup. Only VIPs allowed. A Copiah County deputy who was recently diagnosed with cancer has died. Jackson Police Department arrested a man accused of two robberies. View photos and videos and comment on Jackson news at MLive.com. (CNN)Though thousands are still under boil water advisories, about 5,000 customers in Jackson, Mississippi, don't have water service, a decline from earlier this week. The suspect is wanted for burglary in the Old Canton Road/Pine Knoll Drive area. WDBD Television for Jackson, MS He was right. The legislature's focus is narrowing as more deadlines pass. Lamar Jackson, left, stacks bottled water brought by Mac Epps of Mississippi Move in Jackson, Miss., on Feb. 22. A wanted Natchez man is caught in a car with his mother Wednesday. Jackson, officially the City of Jackson, is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Mississippi.It is one of two county seats of Hinds County, along with Raymond, Mississippi.The city of Jackson also includes around 3,000 acres (12.1 km 2) comprising Jackson-Medgar Evers International Airport in Rankin County and a small portion of Madison County. The low birthweight rates in Quitman and Coahoma counties are particularly high; more than double the national average. Schools will receive about $130 billion of the historic $1.9T COVID-19 bill passed by Congress. Hosemann, a Jackson resident who told Mississippi Today on Monday “all options are on the table” regarding funding for the Jackson water crisis, took notes as the mayor and others in the meeting spoke, several of the meeting’s attendees told Mississippi Today. Spring warmth remains in place through much of the next 7 days. Hinds County Sheriff’s Office hosts water giveaway Thurs. The Laurel Police Department arrested a man Wednesday accused of running a liquor store out of his home. President Joe Biden is outlining his plan to make all adult Americans eligible for vaccination by May 1 and get the nation back “closer to normal” by the Fourth of July. Local Mississippi breaking news and weather from CBS 12 News WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader. Jackson County news, articles and opinions from the Biloxi Sun Herald newspaper in South Mississippi. Both are now in custody. A jury gave a guilty verdict to a man for first-degree murder and attempted murder on March 11. For the sports world, March 11 serves as the day sports came to an unexpected halt. Small businesses have until Feb. 22 to apply for disaster relief loans, Real estate shortage causing seller’s market in central Mississippi. Implementing a long-term fix would be great news for the people of Jackson and the businesses that invest in the capital city. Individuals with disabilities who have questions about the content of our public file or website may contact RaMona Alexander by phone at 601-948-3333 or by email at RaMona.Alexander@fox40tv.com A Copiah County deputy who was recently diagnosed with cancer has died. A woman was arrested Thursday on suspicion of pepper-spraying an Uber driver in San Francisco who was coughed at and insulted after he demanded a passenger wear a mask, police announced. Jackson mayor says governor's decision to lift mask mandates is dangerous WAPT 'Let me help you': Teachers are making surprise visits to students struggling with online learning CNN; March and April are critical months in stopping another COVID-19 surge, CDC director says CNN; Spring break not immune to coronavirus pandemic AP For the first time since 1976, the Diamond Dawgs have blanked three straight foes. This is something the officers and former sex workers we spoke with believe will do more harm in the long-run. A citywide water giveaway will be occurring at eight different locations across Jackson on Thursday, March 11. Jaylein Wallace is charged with three counts of aggravated assault and shooting into an occupied dwelling, police say. SUBSCRIBE NOW. Herd immunity is the time when a large enough portion of a population becomes immune to the virus, making the spread from person to person unlikely. Rep. Mandie Landry, D-New Orleans, wants to legalize prostitution. Jackson Public Works Director Charles Williams gives update on the city’s water crisis. Kroger also didn’t specify how many people were impacted by this mix-up, only saying it was a small number of people. So... just how concerned should we be about America’s $28 trillion debt? The Jackson Public School Board voted to shut down the school impacted by water damage. By Quentin Smith Members of the clergy and supporters of Working Together Mississippi say now is the time to expand Medicaid to help those who are suffering and in need of healthcare. Much of Mississippi's largest city is beginning its fourth week without safe drinking water coming out of faucets. Highway 49 construction on schedule for summer 2022 completion. Posted on March 8, 2021. Amber Turnage will be sentenced at a later date. A 62-year-old Gulfport man knew COVID-19 would kill him. The fun kicks off from 10:45 a.m. to Noon Friday. Watch the 'Made in Mississippi' premiere episode! McGrath’s retirement will be effective on March 31. City of Jackson Update – 3/6/2021. Reeves could improve municipalities’ credit ratings, Jackson to host citywide water giveaway Thursday, Fargo man told to take American flag down because it’s too noisy in the wind, Senate revives medical marijuana proposal after House allows original bill to die, 2 arrested after stolen car runs out of gas on I-55, police say, Wicker praises COVID relief despite voting against it, Road crews have finally begun paving Starkville’s infamous Blackjack Road, La. It impacts all well water connections--mostly located in South Jackson and Byram. WAPT.com is Central Mississippi's #1 digital source for local and breaking news, weather and sports. Popular Christian author Beth Moore has renounced her Southern Baptist affiliation. Jackson, MS – State Troopers conducted a three-day enforcement detail that began on Friday, February 26, and ended on Sunday, February 28 in Troop M, District 9. 16 WAPT News Jackson is your source for the latest local headlines and live alerts. Mississippi's first and most trusted source for local news, weather, and breaking news--on air, online, and on your smartphone. The Federal Freedom to Display the American Flag Act of 2005 says no homeowner association can restrict owners from displaying the American flag on their property. During Christmas with my family in 2014, my wife and I … Wicker authored the RESTAURANTS Act, alongside Democratic Senator Kyrsten Sinema (AZ), which will provide $28.6 billion for restaurants that have struggled to keep business during the pandemic. Jackson Public Schools announced the reopening of 10 schools on March 10. The city has around 43,000 surface water connections still … A 62-year-old Gulfport man knew COVID-19 would kill him. Temperatures continue to run nearly 10-15° above average through late week. Contact . Watkins Elementary School closing after Spring Break, Jackson approves over $500k to resurface streets damaged by Pearl River floods, Slim Chickens axes plans, but not giving up on Gluckstadt. In its heyday, Jackson, Mississippi, was the soul of the American music industry. Period,” he said, again calling on the public to let ongoing investigations into his conduct to play out. Most schools, colleges, and universities host Spring Break between March 9th to April 21st. A water giveaway will take place on March 11, at New Horizon Church on Ellis Ave. A fight between a father, his son and other family members lead to the son shooting his father. I moved my family from Los Angeles to Jackson, Mississippi, for a house. Many residents were without water for weeks, and the crisis was so bad the National Guard was called in to help with water distribution. Police: Son shoots his father following argument in Jackson, 14-year-old Jackson County girl charged in shooting death of 19-year-old male, Boil water notice lifted for well connections in Jackson, Byram, Miss. A bill which could improve municipalities’ credit ratings is going to Governor Tate Reeves for final approval. Instead of gathering at a university building for class, student-avatars gather at the virtual versions of those buildings, buildings that they helped make. The Laurel Police Department arrested a man Wednesday accused of running a liquor store out of his home. Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the crisis and the governor's decision to lift a statewide mask mandate. Two women were arrested for stolen property and felony fleeing charges. Local Mississippi breaking news and weather from CBS 12 News WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader. According to the Jackson Public Schools Board of Trustees, Watkins Elementary School will not open following Spring Break. Authorities are searching the area near a Gulfport fishing pier after a truck went into the water Friday morning. However, before he died, he was able to marry his sweetheart of 17 years. Yazoo City Police Department arrested a man after a shooting Wednesday. Welcome to the City of Jackson, Mississippi official website. “We’re taking positive steps to particularly deal with homelessness downtown because all of those people are part of the fiber of Jackson,” said Bishop Ronnie Crudup. They said that using the legal name harmed transgender students emotionally and put them at risk of being outed. By Caitlin O'Kane Updated on: March 1, 2021 / 7:06 PM / CBS News He was right. Jackson, MS – Three Dead in Apartment Fire at Pine Ridge Gardens. Lumumba encouraged following ‘cordial and truthful discussion’ with Lt. Gov. A Republican Oklahoma House member apologized to his colleagues on Tuesday for using a racist term to describe Black babies during a debate on the House floor. Money for the project is coming from Oktibbeha County, MSU and the state of Mississippi. Warm, southerly breezes will import moisture - bringing in a Spring-esque mugginess through late week. 715 South Jefferson StreetJackson, MS 39201(601)948-3333. 262K likes. Jackson on Wednesday received preliminary clearance to lift the boil-water notice on its 16,000 well water connections. Despite three COVID 19 vaccines readily available, many people are still skeptical about getting them. Hector Almendares Alvarado shot Sukhjinder Singh multiple times, police say. Water and food distributions begin 9 a.m. Thursday. Daylight Savings Time could become permanent in the United States. $39 for ... $39 for One Year. Its been a controversial debate for more than three years. The bill would legalize prostitution by removing sex work from the state's criminal code. WLBT News - WLBT.com - Jackson, MS. After weeks of requests from city leaders on specific strategies and needs from the Jackson Police Department, the agency’s police chief will reveal his plan to reduce violent crime next week. The legislature’s attempt at a back-up medical marijuana program appeared to have died Wednesday but was revived late in the day. The number of presumed positive coronavirus cases in Mississippi continues to rise. The Jackson City Council is entering into a $527,260 agreement with Dickerson and Bowen, Inc. Owners of Slim Chickens franchise looking for new Gluckstadt location. Visit Jackson's most reliable source for breaking news. Miss USA Asya Branch is back home to crown the next young woman who will become Miss Mississippi USA 2021 Saturday night in Tunica. The city will need two consecutive days of good testing results before the boil water notice can be lifted. Spring warmth remains in place through much of the next 7 days.