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OXFORD, Miss. (WJTV) – The University of Mississippi received a $2.5 million gift that will support athletics and the business school. Bill Fry and his wife, Lee Anne, made the donation to his alma mater by bequeathing a portion of their estate. Ole Miss officials said the gift will strengthen the School of Business Administration […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

ADAMS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Adams County authorities released pictures of three suspects who are wanted for an “ambush-style” murder. Two people were shot and killed on Myrtle Drive on Thursday, August 10. Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten said the victims were identified as Brandon Brooks, 26, and Taron Woods, 24. Patten said Brooks and […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Governor Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) announced his request for Individual and Public Assistance for counties affected by the June storms was approved by the White House. The storms affected several counties between June 14 and June 19. Nineteen tornadoes hit the state in June. Reeves said 16 counties were approved for Public […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A recent study claims that Mississippi newborns and infants have the worst overall health and wellness outcomes in the United States. The assertion stems from a WalletHub.com study looking at factors including total cost, healthcare quality, baby-friendliness, and family-friendliness. The Magnolia State ranks at the bottom among all 50 states and the District […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The stage has been set for the General Election in Mississippi’s gubernatorial race. Incumbent Governor Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) staved off two primary challengers. He will now face the Democratic nominee for governor, Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley. Presley ran unopposed in the Democratic primary on Tuesday. During his address to supporters […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The race for State House District 72 will move to a runoff election on August 29, 2023, after Tuesday’s primary. The runoff election will be between Justis Gibbs and Rukia Lumumba, who are both running as Democrats. Gibbs said his campaign will continue to reach out to residents in District 72. […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – The Mississippi Attorney General’s Office said an officer-involved shooting that happened in Jones County last year was justified. “The Office of the Attorney General has completed its review into a November 23, 2022, incident involving an officer-involved shooting in Jones County with 15 Jones County Sheriff’s Office Deputies and one […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) and the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) will host a job fair on Thursday, August 10. The job fair will take place at the Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Here are the businesses that will be attending […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

BAY SPRINGS, Miss. (WJTV) – A Mississippi Lottery player won the big prize on a scratch-off ticket. Leaders with the Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) said a Bay Springs man won $400,000 from a $400,000 Multiplier Mania ticket. The ticket cost $20. The winning ticket was purchased from Keith’s Superstore #117 in Bay Springs.. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – With the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season underway, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is offering a few tips to help South Mississippians prepare before a storm threatens the Gulf Coast. “Now is the time to ramp up your preparedness efforts,” said Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District. “Know your evacuation plan and […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader