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Multiple Mississippi agencies participate in HAZMAT exercise

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Multiple agencies gathered at the Mississippi State Fire Academy for a full-scale HAZMAT exercise. Brian Maske, coordinator for the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH), the HAZMAT exercise will test the capabilities of first responders to deadly hazardous materials incident. “We’re going to have actors in this building over here. They’re […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

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MDAH awards more than $97,000 in preservation grants

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH) has awarded grants totaling more than $97,000 to eight preservation projects in seven Certified Local Government (CLG) communities across the state. The scope of work for awarded projects ranges from professional assessments, as with the evaluation of three National Register-listed buildings for future use by […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: April 12-14

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you’ll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (April 12-14) around Mississippi. Central Mississippi: Dirty Napkins Supper Club – Jackson – Friday Fleet Feet Coffee Run – Ridgeland – Friday Eudora Welty Birthday Bash – […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

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FestivalSouth returns to Hattiesburg in 2024

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – The FestivalSouth, which brings more than 50 live art, music, theatre, and dance events to the Hattiesburg area, will be held May 28-June 22, 2024. The event features many University of Southern Mississippi (USM) faculty, alumni, students, and staff. Grouped around the weekends, events are planned each Thursday through Sunday, with […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

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Formosan termite swarms threaten large part of Mississippi

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WJTV) – Invasive Formosan subterranean termites are expected to swarm soon and threaten unprotected structures in about one-third of Mississippi’s counties. Santos Portugal, Mississippi State University (MSU) Extension Service urban entomologist, said Formosan termites typically swarm in the millions from early May to early June. They have the ability to infest and significantly […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

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Entergy crews work to restore power to Mississippi customers

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Severe storms passed through Mississippi Tuesday night and continued through Wednesday. The storms caused extensive damage to Entergy’s facilities across the service area. At peak, Entergy Mississippi officials said 33,600 lost power from the damaging storms. As of 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, there are 25,853 customers without power. Officials said crews are […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

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Second component of Mississippi governor's Medicaid reforms approved

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – On Thursday, Governor Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) announced federal approval of the second component in his Medicaid reimbursement reform plan. The plan is estimated to generate more than $700 million in additional funds for Mississippi hospitals. The governor first announced the plan in September. “This is another good day for Mississippi’s healthcare system,” said […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

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Mississippi Aquarium raising funds for on-campus penguin exhibit

GULFPORT, Miss. (WJTV) – Mississippi Aquarium will officially launch a capital campaign to raise the remaining $3 million dollars needed to build a permanent on-campus penguin exhibit. The Penguin House Party is one of a few special events this year supporting the efforts of moving their small colony of endangered African Penguins from their current home at […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

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Former JPD officer extradited to Jackson to face murder charge

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The former Jackson police officer accused of killing a man has been arrested and was extradited back to Jackson. Marcus Johnson, 33, arrived at the Jackson Police Department (JPD) Thursday afternoon. Warren County Sheriff Martin Pace said Johnson was cooperative after he was captured by law enforcement in Louisiana. Pace said […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

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Mississippi Senate revives PERS reform bill

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Changes to the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) were revived in the Mississippi Senate on Tuesday, April 9. Many of the asks from both retirees and Mississippi cities and towns live on through this measure. The Senate passed an amended version of House Bill 1618. The Senate version would keep the […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader

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