Music News
Diddy Countersues Rodney Jones, Claims He Stole Footage From Him
Diddy responds to Lil Rod's lawsuit. Continue reading...
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Odeal on How Common Shaped the Way He Writes His Songs
Genre-blending artist Odeal breaks down the hip-hop influences that helped shape his sound. Continue reading…
19h ago
Megan Thee Stallion Talks to Michelle Obama About New LP and More
Meg was a guest on the former First Lady's 'IMO' podcast. Continue reading...
22h ago
T.I. on His Final Album, Comedy Career and Jeezy Joint Project
T.I. speaks to XXL in a new interview about his final album, comedy career and the long-awaited Jeezy joint project. Continue reading…
22h ago
Doja Cat Calls Tyga a Penis for Releasing an AI Album
Tyga continues to spark a debate over the use of AI. Continue reading…
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Local News
Jackson police, fire departments face City Council budget talks
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Jackson Police and Fire Departments went before the Jackson City Council on August 13, 2026, as budget hearings continued for the next fiscal year. The Jackson Police Department (JPD) is facing a proposed budget of just unde...
15h ago
Muslim judge in Mississippi vows to move past appointment backlash
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - The Muslim judge, who was recently appointed in the Town of Benoit, said she's moving past the controversy surrounding her appointment and focusing on the job. Assma Ali was appointed and sworn in by the Town of Benoit on August...
16h ago
Woman accused of shooting at car leaving Mississippi church
COVINGTON COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) - The Covington County Sheriff's Office announced a woman was arrested after she allegedly fired shots into a car filled with family members, who were leaving a church service. According to Chief Deputy Ricky Lott, with t...
19h ago
Jackson police seek help finding armed robbery suspects
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson police are searching for two suspects in connection to an armed robbery. According to police, a person was recently robbed at a gas station in the 700 block of West McDowell Road. Anyone with information about the crime ...
21h ago
New burn ban issued for Jefferson Davis County
JEFFERSON DAVIS COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) - The Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) announced a burn ban has been issued amid the hot August temperatures. Burn Bans in 2026 Burn bans are defined by MFC officials as restrictions on outdoor burning during d...
21h ago
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