WAPT-TV (Jackson, MS)

WAPT, also known as channel 16, is a TV station located in Jackson, Mississippi, and is part of the ABC network. The station is owned by Hearst Television and has its studios and transmission equipment situated on Channel 16 Way, just off MS 18 in the southwestern part of Jackson.

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Amazon to create 1,000 jobs with new facility in Marshall County, Mississippi

18 hours ago | wapt.com | Angela Williams

Amazon is investing in a new 930,000-square-foot facility in Marshall County, which will create 1,000 jobs over the next three years.Amazon will construct a 930,000 square-foot facility in Chickasaw Trails Industrial Park that will receive and consolidate products from vendors. The company will then ship the products to surrounding fulfillment centers within its network.Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive, or MFLEX, program.
Video: Emotional night for entire Lumumba family

22 hours ago | wapt.com | Angela Williams

Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba and his wife, Ebony Lumumba, were brought to tears when their daughters spoke to supporters after his defeat to State Sen. John Horhn in the Democratic primary runoff.Lumumba said his youngest daughter doesn't know a time when he wasn't mayor, as she was born in 2017, his first year in office. Horhn will continue to the general election. Lumumba will remain at City Hall until his successor is sworn in July 1.
JXN Water seeks second rate increase in a year

1 day ago | wapt.com | Angela Williams

The Jackson City Council unanimously rejected a rate increase from JXN Water, but that doesn’t mean it won’t go into effect.The utility wants to raise what customers pay for water and sewer by 12%, which would be the second rate increase in just over a year.A federal judge has the final say over whether JXN Water will increase its rates.
Brandon man sentenced for attempted escape and assault on officer

1 day ago | wapt.com | Angela Williams

AND LATER TAKEN TO U-M-M-C FOR TREATMENT OF HIS INJURIES. HE WILL BE TAKEN INTO CUSTODY ONCE HE'S S RELEASED FROM THE HOSPITAL. A BRANDON MAN IS FACING MULTIPLE CHARGES AFTER ATTEMPTING TO ESCAPE POLICE CUSTODY AFTER HE WAS CONVICTED OF SEX CRIMES. ACCORDING TO THE RANKIN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, FRANKY LOVERN SENIOR WAS FOUND GUILTY OF SEXUAL BATTERY AND GRATIFICATION OF LUST TODAY. THIS IS COURTHOUSE VIDEO ON YOUR SCREEN...IT SHOWS A DEPUTY TRYING TO ESCORT LOVERN TO THE DETENTION CENTER.
Primary runoff results: Mayor, council, aldermen races on ballot

1 day ago | wapt.com | Angela Williams

Some Mississippi voters headed back to the polls Tuesday for primary election runoffs. If you can't see the results above, tap hereJackson residents will choose who will represent the Democrats and Republicans during the general election. Races include mayor and Jackson City Council.Canton voters are also voting in the Democratic runoff for mayor and two aldermen races.Gluckstadt residents are voting in a runoff for alderman at large.
Election Results: Canton mayor, aldermen primary runoff races

1 day ago | wapt.com | Angela Williams

Canton voters headed back to the polls on Tuesday for the primary runoff elections.Tim Taylor and Comelia Walker were on the Democratic ballot for mayor. There were also two aldermen races on the ballot.If you can't see the results above, tap here | Full results here.Mayor William Truly is not seeking reelection after three terms in office.
Election Results: Jackson mayor, city council primary runoff races

1 day ago | wapt.com | Angela Williams

Jackson voters returned to the polls Tuesday to vote in the primary runoff election. Incumbent Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba and State Sen. John Horhn went head-to-head once again during the Democratic primary runoff race. Horhn led the primary, but did not get enough votes to avoid a runoff. Can't see the results above? Tap here | Full results hereOn the Republican ballot, mayoral hopefuls Wilfred Beal faced Kenny G.
Jackson police seek leads in Sears Street homicide

2 days ago | wapt.com | Angela Williams

Jackson police are investigating a fatal shooting.The shooting was reported Monday in the 3100 block of Sears Street. Police said the shooting victim was pronounced dead at a hospital. Detective Tommie Brown said there is a person of interest in the case.The names of those involved have not been released. Anyone with information about the case is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS.
JPD organizes youth march against gun violence

2 days ago | wapt.com | Angela Williams

Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade said he is putting his words into action by helping organize a march against gun violence.“My passion is the youth in our community,” Wade said. “When you invest time and energy into these children, they will be great.”Wade, who has coached youth league sports for almost 20 years, said he wants to celebrate the kids who are doing “the right things in our community.”The Jackson Police Department will host the march on Saturday, April 26.
More than 2 dozen Mississippi cities holding primary runoff elections

2 days ago | wapt.com | Angela Williams

Jackson is among more than two dozen Mississippi municipalities holding primary runoff elections on Tuesday. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Those who voted in the April 1 primary elections must vote in the same party’s runoff. Meaning that if you voted in the Democratic primary, you are not eligible to vote in the Republican primary runoff.