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VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) – Bond has been set for the man accused of kidnapping two children in Vicksburg. Vicksburg Daily News reported Eric Rawlings appeared in court on Thursday, September 28. His bond was set at $400,000. Rawlings was arrested in Slidell, Louisiana, on Wednesday, September 27. He was charged with two counts of kidnapping. […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

PEARL, Miss. (WJTV) – Governor Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) declared October 2-7, 2023, as Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Mississippi. “Preparation can be lifesaving when it comes to severe weather,” said Reeves. “I encourage you to take some time this week to learn how to better prepare your family for when severe weather strikes.” A […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – A Southern Miss student has died after an incident at the university’s parking garage in Hattiesburg on Thursday, September 28, according to officials. In a message to faculty and staff, University of Southern Mississippi (USM) President Joseph Paul said University police are investigating the death of the unidentified student, but no […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – As National Suicide Prevention Month comes to a close, experts want to remind people that resources are available to help those in need. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) top 10 leading causes of death for 2020, deaths by suicide in Mississippi were the third leaning cause […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) released accountability grades for the 2022-23 school year. According to the report, 87% of schools and 91% of districts earned a grade of C or higher. According to MDE officials, the grades are an improvement over the 2021-22 school year, when 81% of schools and […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A Louisiana man pled guilty in connection to a DUI crash that injured four people on the Natchez Trace Parkway in Mississippi. Madison County District Attorney Bubba Bramlett said Ne’Tron Lambert, 25, of New Iberia, Louisiana, pled guilty to two counts of aggravated driving under the influence causing injuries. He […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Boil water notices have been issued for multiple Mississippi counties, including two water systems that were affected by E. coli bacteria. The Highway I-55 Rest Area in Copiah County services 500 customers in the area. According to the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH), water sampling showed the presence of E. […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

UPDATE: CLINTON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Silver Alert issued for Walter L. Nichols has been canceled. He has been located and is safe, according to MBI. CLINTON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) issued a Silver Alert for 85-year-old Walter L. Nichols, of Clinton. He is described as six feet two inches […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

CANTON, Miss. (WJTV) – A cannabis brand by wrestling legend Ric Flair is coming to Mississippi. “We’re thrilled to bring Ric Flair Drip to Mississippi with a true farm-to-patient-focused partner like Southern Sky Brands,” said Adam Wilks, CEO of Carma HoldCo. “Our primary goal is to ensure patients receive the highest-quality products to improve their […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A recruit was injured after falling from a second-floor window at the Mississippi State Fire Academy in Pearl. The incident happened on Monday, September 25. According to officials with the State Fire Marshal’s Office, a basic firefighter recruit sustained minor injuries. Medical staff determined the recruit was stable and transported […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader