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The third annual JXN Film Festival is set to kick off in less than one week, with the six-day event expected to feature classes and panel discussions for aspiring filmmakers to attend. Each day will center around teaching attendees about different aspects of filmmaking in Mississippi, as well as showing...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The JXN Film Festival will return to the capital city later this month. The festival focuses on showcasing independent filmmaking and supplying educational training to those who are interested in all parts of the process. For one week, Jackson will host filmmakers and their content. Festival founder Maximus Wright said the […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

People all across the world, including here in Mississippi, are honoring and celebrating the life of Harry Belafonte.

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Legendary actor, singer and activist Harry Belafonte has passed away at the age of 96. During his lifetime, Belafonte would use the resources gained by his platform to help fund and assist the Civil Rights Movement. Advocating for equal human rights, he even visited Mississippi during the Freedom Summer of 1964. […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

With the rise in youth violence in Jackson, many in the community say young people need more activities in the summer to stay out of the streets.