Travel through JAN impacted by flight stoppage
Flights at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport affected by the FAA’s nationwide ground stop.
Video shows people being rescued from frigid Mississippi River after NOLA cruise ship collision
WATCH: Video shows rescuers pulling people from the frigid Mississippi River after a tanker hit a docked cruise ship in New Orleans.
LISTEN: Student pilot seeks help from air traffic control during nationwide ground stop
A recording reveals how a student pilot seeks guidance from air traffic control during his first solo cross-country flight as a nationwide ground stop unfolds
Mock job interviews help prepare SHS students for the next step after high school
SALTILLO, MISS. (WCBI) – The Media Center at Saltillo High School looked like a job fair, or hiring event , but it was actually the result of weeks of hard work for college and career readiness students. Representatives from area...
The Columbus Municipal School District is investigating a threat against one of its campuses
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- The Columbus Municipal School District is investigating a threat against one of its campuses. Around 11 Friday morning someone called Columbus Middle School and threatened the safety of the campus. School Resource Officers immediately followed school district...
Autistic Dollar General worker claims he was accosted by angry customer for doing a good deed
GUNTOWN, MISS. (WCBI) – It began as an ordinary shift at the Dollar General on North Lee Drive but quickly escalated. Zakeius Buford says he was working behind the counter when he noticed a toddler with a runny nose. Trying to...
Mississippi State Indigenous Students and Allies Association hosts Indigenous Heritage Hoo-Rah
STARKVILLE, Miss. – The Mississippi State Indigenous Students and Allies Association hosted their annual Indigenous Heritage Hoo-Rah event today on the drill field. Today’s event aligns with indigenous heritage month, which is a time to understand and celebrate the different...
How long is the nationwide ground stop going to last?
FAA orders a nationwide ground stop after a telecom outage, raising concerns about delays and cancellations during busy holiday travel.
2026 National Folk Festival brings music and culture to downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The 83rd National Folk Festival, a three-day festival of music, culture and customs from around the country, is set to bring thousands of tourists to downtown Jackson. Six stages will host performances by more than 300...
FAA ground stop affects flights at Jackson airport
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) announced a nationwide FAA ground stop affected departing flights on November 13, 2026, due to air traffic control radio frequency issues. JMAA said the team at the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers...