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JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – After Gov. Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) declared October 2-7, 2023, Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week, leaders with the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) are encouraging drivers to be prepared any severe weather in the state. “Mississippi Department of Transportation crews understand the importance of staying prepared for sever weather year-round. We’re encouraging […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, M...

OXFORD, Miss. (WJTV) – The Southeastern Conference (SEC) announced Ole Miss will be fined after fans stormed the field following the football team’s victory over Louisiana State University (LSU) on Saturday, September 30. Ole Miss was fined $100,000 for a first offense under the league’s revised access to competition area policy that was adopted at […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – As Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins in October, organizations and agencies across the Jackson-metro will host events and programming geared towards promoting awareness. According to komen.org, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, accounting for 31% of newly diagnosed cancers. One case of breast cancer is […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

CLINTON, Miss. (WJTV) – On Friday, Mississippi College announced its designation as a Military Friendly School for the 2023-24 school year.  The Military Friendly Program has awarded this designation to MC and other private and public universities in the state several times since the program’s founding in 2003. According to its website, “Military Friendly Schools […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – On Friday, Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch (R-Miss.) signed a joint letter regarding a potential loophole on PornHub which could be used to sexually exploit children.   The letter signed by Fitch and 25 other attorneys general was started based on undercover reporting from thenationaldesk.com. The reporting indicates an alleged loophole could allow rapists and […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your J...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – As Prostate Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, health agencies sound the drum on understanding one’s risk. According to the Mississippi State Department of Health, it is the 2nd most common cancer in men. MSDH also says that most men will develop prostate cancer in their lifetime.  There are risk factors that increase […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

WASHINGTON (WJTV) – A short-term funding bill died in the U.S. House of Representatives Friday afternoon, pushing the federal government closer to a shutdown. Mississippi’s House Delegation voted 3-1 on the failed measure. Congressman Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.) was the only no vote among Mississippi’s four representatives. None of the three Republicans crossed the aisle to […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

LEXINGTON, Miss. (WJTV) – A chase in Lexington led to a three-vehicle crash on Friday, September 29. Lexington Police Chief Charles Henderson said an officer was trying to serve a warrant on a suspect, who fled from police. The chase ended in the crash about three to four miles outside of the city on Highway […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

The magic of Hollywood is that oftentimes movies aren’t filmed anywhere near where they purport to be taking place. California may be home to Hollywood, but so many of your favorite films were set against backdrops far removed from the glitterati of the West Coast. With huge studios like Warner Bros., MGM, and RKO Pictures […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you’ll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (September 29-October 1) around Mississippi. Central Mississippi: Belhaven Block Party – Jackson – Friday Live at Five – Natchez – Friday An Evening with Ron Rash […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader