Alex Love
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Rochester, NY, United States
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A student from St. John Fisher University remains missing; Prayer held for him in hometown
Kenny’s last known whereabouts was in the City of Montélimar in France on December 3. → Read More
A childhood friend of Brittanee Drexel on arrest: ‘We can close this chapter’
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Jessica Fico became good friends with Brittanee Drexel after her cousins met her in Elementary School. After 13 years she’s finally feeling some closure with many unanswered questions being solved. Despite many leads in Drexel’s case over the years hitting dead ends. Jessica felt this time was different as she spoke […] → Read More
New York State Legislators debate bills to lower gas prices temporarily
Lawmakers in Albany are debating how they could provide some relief at the pumps as New York drivers continue to feel the burden of higher prices. → Read More
How some restaurants evolved into food trucks to combat pandemic challenges
It is still a common challenge for restaurants and bars to hire enough to get back to full staff. But staffing a mini kitchen to operate a food truck is less of a hassle. → Read More
Dunkin’ Bacon Festival kicks off Friday
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The rain in the city hasn’t stopped Syracuse’s beloved Dunkin’ Bacon Fest from returning to Clinton Square from August 13-14. The Dunkin’ Bacon Fest runs from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday August 13, and 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday August 14. The festival includes live music from […] → Read More
Environmentalists link virus to killing gypsy moths, stopping infestation will take time
An invasive species has homeowners around the Rochester Metro on alert. The Gypsy Moths are taking over many trees, which could be the difference between them dying out. But a virus is coming along that could push back their population. → Read More
Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus held luncheon to discuss new laws
CANTON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus held a luncheon in Canton on Saturday to discuss new laws and priorities for African American voters. Speakers and key attendees included four senators and four representatives from the central and delta Mississippi area. They looked back on many bills that are now law. Among the […] → Read More
154 new coronavirus case, 4 additional deaths in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting 154 new coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Mississippi, along with four additional deaths. This brings the state’s total number of cases to 317,065 with 7,302 deaths. Cumulative Cases and Deaths by County The numbers in this table are provisional. County case and deaths […] → Read More
Silver Alert canceled for missing Booneville man
UPDATE: PRENTISS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The Silver Alert issued for William Jumper has been canceled. He has been located and is safe. PRENTISS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) issued a Silver Alert for 85-year-old William Jumper of Booneville. Jumper is described as five feet and eleven inches tall, weighs 165 […] → Read More
Mississippi drivers see higher gas prices at the pumps
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – It’s not unusual to see gas prices increase as summer approaches. Since the cyberattack on the Colonial Pipeline earlier this month, people in the Southeast have been a bigger hike in prices. According to AAA, Mississippi’s average price for regular gas is about $2.72 a gallon. The price is about $1.00 […] → Read More
“Peace in the Streets” aims to stop violence in City of Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – More than 50 people have lost their lives to violence in Jackson in 2021, and behind each number is a family suffering from the loss of their loved one. Organizers with “Peace in the Streets” are looking to put a stop to the violence by marching in the heart of the […]. Local Mississippi Breaking News Story from CBS 12 New WJTV, your Jackson, MS news leader → Read More
Southwest Airlines, improvements coming to Jackson’s airport
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – In less than a month, Southwest Airlines will return to Jackson’s Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport. The airline will bring non-stop flights to Atlanta, Baltimore, Washington and Houston. However, those aren’t the only changes coming to Jackson’s airport soon. To prepare for Southwest’s return, the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) is […] → Read More
Woman pleads guilty in connection to 2019 ICE raids in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – On Monday, a woman pled guilty in connection to the 2019 raids by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Mississippi. Iris Villalon, 45, was one of four higher-ups who were indicted in Summer 2020 in connection to the raids. She pled guilty to harboring and aiding undocumented immigrants. According […] → Read More
Juvenile death investigation underway in Clinton
CLINTON, Miss. (WJTV) – A juvenile is dead following a family domestic dispute with his brother this afternoon. Clinton Police are investigating an incident at a home on Lake Hollow Dr. The victim’s brother has been taken into custody, and the case will be turned over to the Hinds County DA and Juvenile Court, according to police. This is an ongoing investigation. → Read More
VIDEO: Chairs thrown during Jackson restaurant brawl
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson police are investigating a fight that happened at the Juicy Seafood restaurant, formerly known as the Kickin’ Crab. The incident was caught on camera. Staff said two families were seated in the main dining area. When one family was ordering, employees said insults were screamed across the room. Video showed […] → Read More
216 new coronavirus cases, 12 additional deaths in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting 216 new cases of the coronavirus in Mississippi, along with 12 additional deaths. That brings the state’s total number of cases to 308,737 with 7,139 deaths. Cumulative Cases and Deaths by County Totals of all reported COVID-19 cases, including those in long-term […] → Read More
Those who received J&J vaccine “should not be worried,” says State Health Officer
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – On Tuesday, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) instructed all physicians, clinics and hospitals to refrain from using the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine until additional guidance is available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA recommended a […] → Read More
317 new coronavirus cases, 23 additional deaths in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting 317 new cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Mississippi, along with 23 additional deaths. That brings the state’s total number of cases to 307,836 with 7,119 deaths. Cumulative Cases and Deaths by County Totals of all reported COVID-19 cases, including those in […] → Read More
City leaders disappointed Jackson police are no-show for committee meeting
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Some Jackson City council members are upset because members of the Jackson Police Department did not show up to a committee meeting on Monday to discuss funding for law enforcement. This is not the first time members from the department haven’t shown up to law enforcement committee meetings. Councilmembers Angelique Lee […] → Read More
Health leaders discuss new COVID-19 vaccine eligibility in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Everyone ages 16 and up can now get a COVID-19 vaccination in Mississippi. There are however important changes to scheduling certain appointments. If you want to get your 16 or 17-year-old vaccinated, Pfizer is the only dose that has been cleared by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the age […] → Read More