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.
Health
University of Mississippi Medical Center Clinics Closed After Cyberattack
Dozens of clinics across the state will be shut down as the health system responds to the hack.
Jackson State awarded $14.5M grant to extend heart health research
The funding will train more graduate students to tackle cardiovascular disease and related conditions that disproportionately affect Black communities.
Cyberattack at UMMC Disrupts Healthcare Operations
Incident highlights growing cost and risk of data breaches in the medical industry
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 Clinics Closed After Ransomware Attack
University of Mississippi Medical Center forced to cancel elective procedures as it works to restore systems.
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.
Sports
Grambling State Faces Jackson State in Dawson Classic
The two HBCU rivals meet in a highly anticipated matchup at the annual basketball tournament.
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.
