Wake Up Weather
16 WAPT Chief Meteorologist David Hartman has the forecast for Jackson and Central Mississippi.
‘Leaping into life’: Dad born on Leap Day welcomes leapling son
Dillon Glass celebrated the birth of his son — and his 7th birthday on Feb. 29, 2024.
What to know about the timing of Donald Trump’s election interference trial
Nothing on a political calendar would block a trial from happening.
Congress approves short-term extension to avoid shutdown, buy more time for final spending agreement
The short-term extension is the fourth in recent months, and many lawmakers expect it to be the last for the current fiscal year.
Jackson police chief wants to sit down with local gang members to help reduce crime
“We’re not trying to trick them, we’re not trying to entrap them, we just want to close the door and have a conversation,” said Chief Joseph Wade.
Thursday Evening Weather
16 WAPT Chief Meteorologist David Hartman has the forecast for Jackson and Central Mississippi.
Police officer killed, 2 others shot during eviction at Missouri home
The Independence Police Department has confirmed that a suspect is in custody following the shooting that also injured a second officer and court employee.
Award-winning Mississippi actress Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor uses her voice for change
“I went to Tougaloo College, and that changed my life,” said Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor.
Two people in custody after teen was shot while lying in her bed in Jackson
Shooting reported on Valley Street in West Jackson
Pentagon leak suspect Jack Teixeira expected to plead guilty in federal case
He was accused of taking secrets from a Massachusetts Air National Guard unit and posting them on social media.