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JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The extreme heat in Mississippi has not stopped some people from working, including roofers. In his first year as inspector for Patriot Claims Consultants, Alfred Moore said he inspects roofs for hail, water and wind damage. The job can be taxing on his body in the heat, but he said he […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

OXFORD, Miss. (WJTV) – Alumni and friends of the University of Mississippi gifted $155.1 million in fiscal year 2023, which is the second-highest fundraising year on record. Leaders with the university said the Now & Ever: The Campaign for Ole Miss has reached $1.38 billion of its $1.5 billion goal. “We’re experiencing tremendous momentum at the University of Mississippi, […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leade...

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Leaders with the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced they are working to update construction plans for the West Rankin Parkway. Officials expect plans to be complete in the spring of 2024. MDOT officials anticipate letting the project later in the summer of 2024. During the 2023 Legislative Session, Mississippi lawmakers […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – A Purvis native, who is a retired Army major, received the Purple Heart medal for wounds he sustained in 2006 as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Retired Army Maj. Victor F. Hogan was presented the Purple Heart medal by U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) on Wednesday, August 23. The event was […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

ROLLING FORK, Miss. (WJTV) – Five months later, Rolling Fork is still in the process of building back their community after a deadly tornado hit the town. “I see mobile homes rebuilding. I see businesses building back up. I see a lot of clean up. We doing a great job. We Mississippi strong,” said Ollie […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – A Tylertown man was sentenced to more than 10 years in federal prison followed by a lifetime of supervised release for possession of child pornography. U.S. Attorney Darren J. LaMarca said Jason Patrick Appeldorn, 47, was sentenced on August 23, 2023, in U.S. District Court in Hattiesburg. In addition to his […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

HINDS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Students at Bolton-Edwards Elementary-Middle School were surprised Tuesday morning by Comcast and elected officials. The surprise was part of an internet expansion announcement. The students were provided with a free laptop. Nearly 400 laptops were handed out to K-8 students at the school. With this technology, the students can continue […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

CANTON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Canton. Around 11:30 pm on Tuesday, August 22, Madison County deputies responded to a call for service regarding a domestic dispute at a home near Oakfield Boulevard. Investigators believe the suspect fatally injured another person at the scene before […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – As the 18th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina approaches, distinct memories for two students come to mind. JohnEthan Hughes – Monroe, Louisiana Hughes is a first-year law student at Mississippi College School of Law. The 22-year-old recently graduated from Louisiana State University (LSU). Though not directly hit by the storm, Hughes remembers […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Forbes.com rated the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) as the sixth-best employer in the state of Mississippi. Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to survey 70,000 workers at companies in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. “It’s not just recognition; it’s a reflection of the positive and inspiring […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader