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BYRAM, Miss. (WJTV) – There are plenty of places across Mississippi, including the City of Byram, where you can visit attractions that help make each city unique. WJTV 12 News has compiled a list of places that you can visit in Byram. Byram Swinging Bridge The bridge is a large swinging-style suspension bridge and was […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The family of a missing Belhaven man asked for any information that can help locate their loved one. Flyers are scattered throughout the Belhaven neighborhood in Jackson as 37-year-old Dau Mabil’s family tries to piece together what happened to him. Mabil was last seen around noon on March 25, 2024, walking […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – On Thursday, April 4, the Mississippi Senate voted to confirm Dr. Lance Evans as the next State Superintendent of Education. In December 2023, the State Board of Education named Evans to the post after a national search. Senate confirmation during the 2024 legislative session was required to complete the appointment process. […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

CHOCTAW, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians announced the entertainment lineup for the 2024 Choctaw Indian Fair. The fair will take place July 10-13. There will be Native American social celebrations, cultural activities, Tribal arts and crafts, demonstrations, exhibits, and World Series Stickball. Beginning Wednesday, July 10, fair stage activities officially kick […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Education has been a hotly debated topic during the 2024 Legislative Session with the prospect of a new funding formula for public education in Mississippi. The question remains on whether lawmakers can agree on one. The House passed their MAEP alternative, the INSPIRE Act, early in the session. The Senate has […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

FLOWOOD, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi National Guard (MSNG) welcomed home more than 230 of its soldiers on Thursday. The 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team returned to the 172nd Airlift Wing in Flowood. More than 500 soldiers served with Task Force Spartan in support of Operation Spartan Shield in the Middle East. The task force […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority’s (JMAA) lawsuit to stop a state takeover of the airport was ruled “moot” on Tuesday by the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. The Clarion Ledger reported the ruling was issued because the original five members of the JMAA Board of Commissioners, who were named in […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – As the day of the 2024 solar eclipse approaches, doctors in Mississippi are encouraging viewers to protect their eyes. “If you choose to view the eclipse, please follow recommended precautions and take the information seriously,” said Dr. Kimberly Crowder, professor and Drs. Ching-Jygh and Lin Chen Chair for Excellence in Ophthalmology at the […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – People will soon rappel down one of Mississippi’s tallest buildings for the 2024 Over the Edge event. This year’s event, which is a fundraiser for Friends of Children’s Hospital, will take place on Thursday, May 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Regions Plaza building in Jackson. Since 1989, […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The James Beard Foundation announced the 2024 Restaurant and Chef Award nominees. The list includes two nominees from Mississippi. Vestige, located in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, was nominated for Outstanding Restaurant. Hunter Evans, the chef at Elvie’s in Jackson, Mississippi, was nominated for the Best Chef of the South. The winners will […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader