Weather
Freezing Temps on the Way for Jackson
16 WAPT Chief Meteorologist David Hartman forecasts cold weather for Central Mississippi
Fire Shuts Down McDowell Road in South Jackson
Cause of blaze at abandoned home remains unknown, injuries unclear
Sunny Super Bowl Sunday, Rain Returns Next Week
Meteorologist Nick Lacour shares the latest weather forecast for Jackson and Central Mississippi.
Politics
Fannie Lou Hamer's Medal of Freedom on Display at Mississippi Civil Rights Museum
Hamer's niece and cousin unveil the prestigious award in the museum's 'I Question America' gallery.
Jackson Seeks Majority Control Over Water System
House approves bill to give 13-member board control of city's water infrastructure
Mississippi House Passes Bill to Create Jackson Water Authority
Jackson City Council calls special meeting to address proposed legislation
Lifestyle
Tougaloo College Celebrates 100 Years of Black History Month
Civil rights attorney John Burris speaks at campus event focused on police accountability and civil rights
Rodeo Royalty and Bullfighters Visit St. Dominic NICU During Dixie National Week
Miss Rodeo America and Miss Rodeo Canada read to infants as part of hospital's new rodeo sponsorship.
Toum, The Secret Ingredient for Incredible Garlic Bread
This Lebanese garlic spread takes homemade garlic bread to the next level.
Crime
Mississippi Hospital System Shuts Down Clinics After Ransomware Attack
University of Mississippi Medical Center forced to cancel elective procedures as it works to restore systems.
Fugitive Wanted for Armed Robbery Captured in West Virginia
Brandon Gerald Jernigan, 40, was arrested after a multi-year manhunt across multiple states.
Ransomware attack shuts down Mississippi clinics
University of Mississippi Medical Center forced to close all clinics and cancel elective procedures
Sports
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Defeat Jackson State Tigers in SWAC Matchup
Bethune-Cookman's defense and balanced scoring too much for Jackson State
Jackson State and Alcorn State to Face Off in 2026 HBCU Power Series
The baseball matchup, sponsored by MLB, will take place at Trustmark Park in Jackson, Mississippi.
McMillian leads Jackson State against Florida A&M after 24-point game
Jackson State looks to continue momentum after star player's big performance.
