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Civil rights activist Hollis Watkins died Wednesday at his home at the age of 82.

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - With soaring temperatures in Central Mississippi, many are looking for ways to survive the extreme heat. "Here we’re going to have water sat outside on the porch area for those in need. We have chairs set out front, so folks want to get a break. Why they walking this area right [...]

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – With soaring temperatures in Central Mississippi, many are looking for ways to survive the extreme heat. “Here we’re going to have water sat outside on the porch area for those in need. We have chairs set out front, so folks want to get a break. Why they walking this area right […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

The annual Sleep Out for the Homeless was held Tuesday night at Pittman Park in Jackson.

Mississippi’s mostly Black capital city has been at the mercy of a conservative white state government for decades. The water crisis is its latest battle for self-determination.

Water pressure is back in Mississippi's capital but it's still not safe to drink. Residents have been through this so many times that they've learned how to cope. That doesn't mean they're happy.

Water pressure is back in Mississippi's capital but it's still not safe to drink. Residents have been through this so many times that they've learned how to cope. That doesn't mean they're happy.

Local leaders and organizations partnered together to hold the 7th Annual Sleepout to Help the Homeless.

Mississippi Moves partnered with Mississippi School of Health Services and Careers to help fight obesity in Mississippi.