Joseph Doehring

Multimedia Journalist

Joseph Doehring grew up in Daphne, Alabama just across the water from Mobile. He graduated from the University of Alabama in May 2022 with an undergraduate degree in News/Sports Media and a minor in Communications Studies.

Following his junior year at UA, Joseph landed an internship with WKRN-2 in Nashville as the only Sports Intern. In that role, he learned from some of the best and had the opportunity to cover teams including the Nashville Predators, the Tennessee Titans, the Nashville Sounds, Vanderbilt Baseball, and more.

Joseph has a heart-driven passion for sports and enjoys how every opportunity to cover games is always different. He enjoys the connections he meets along the way and especially getting to learn from their experiences.

In his spare time, Joseph plays golf, watches sports, cooks, and practices sports commentating. He’s an avid Crimson Tide, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Braves, Nashville Predators, and Boston Celtics fan. His long-term goal is to be an established play-by-play commentator (specifically in golf).

If you ever have a story idea or a sports lead, make sure to email him at joseph.doehring@wlbt.com. Also, follow him on Twitter @josephdoehring!

State

The westbound route connects Jacksonians with Shreveport, Louisiana, and Dallas, Texas, while...

Greyhound announces new service to Jackson

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 1:10 PM CST

By Joseph Doehring

You will have access to Greyhound’s two daily routes.

State

Local veterinarians warn of ‘mystery dog illness’ moving across the country

Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 7:28 PM CST

By Joseph Doehring

If your dog(s) does get the illness, here’s what you need to do.

News

Jackson family hosts 3rd annual toy drive in honor of late daughter

Updated: Nov. 25, 2023 at 9:30 PM CST

By Joseph Doehring

More than two years removed, her family is hosting their 3rd annual “Angel Kay’s Toy Drive.”

Education

Board of Trustees names next president of Jackson State University

Updated: Nov. 16, 2023 at 3:43 PM CST

By WLBT.com Staff, Joseph Doehring and Quentin Smith

He will take over on November 27.

State

Over 2,000 backlogged autopsy cases cleared

Updated: Nov. 15, 2023 at 6:27 PM CST

By Joseph Doehring

It is an issue that impacted everyone from the family to the funeral home.

State

‘Oh, Lord. Jesus, no’: Caretaker of inmate’s son heartbroken after baby in CPS custody

Updated: Nov. 8, 2023 at 10:50 PM CST

By Joseph Doehring

Bell told WLBT that her greatest fear was if she didn’t sign up to watch over Kayson, he would fall into the hands of Child Protection Services.

State

‘They failed’: Family members of accused JSU shooter speak out

Updated: Nov. 2, 2023 at 6:16 PM CDT

By Joseph Doehring

As of Thursday afternoon, Brown and Kelly were still behind bars.

News

Police: Man found floating in Rankin County creek had been shot multiple times

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 6:34 PM CDT

By WLBT Staff, Joseph Doehring and Quentin Smith

According to Jackson police, the man is 29-year-old Dan Belton.

Mississippi State

What’s next for Mississippi State after lopsided defeat against No. 14 LSU?

Updated: Sep. 16, 2023 at 10:57 PM CDT

By Joseph Doehring and Garrett Busby

The number fourteen-ranked LSU Tigers took a visit to Stark Vegas town, and dominated the game from start to finish.

Crime

Activists march towards the Rankin County Sheriff's Office in Brandon, Miss., Wednesday, July...

Six former Rankin Co. officers plead guilty to charges related to abuse of Black men

Updated: Aug. 3, 2023 at 10:31 AM CDT

By Anthony Warren and Joseph Doehring

Six former Rankin County law enforcement officers have entered guilty pleas in charges related to the abuse of two Black men.

News

Beating the Heat: MHSAA cracking down on outdoor practice amidst hot temps

Updated: Jul. 22, 2023 at 9:17 AM CDT

By Joseph Doehring

The method, which has only been used as a recommendation for the last five years, has now been mandated across all MSHAA schools in the state.

State

‘I can’t thank her enough‘: Inmate who asked correctional officer to care for newborn released from prison

Updated: Jul. 5, 2023 at 2:06 PM CDT

By Joseph Doehring

The Louisiana native says her goal is to get on her feet, find a job, and embrace her new role as a free mother.

National

Donna Echols shows a caricature of her ex-husband and his four sons. She said he died after...

‘Beyond belief’: Woman says ex-husband died after waiting 90 minutes for ambulance

Updated: Jun. 24, 2023 at 1:54 PM CDT

By Anthony Warren, Joseph Doehring and Jordan Gartner

A woman says her ex-husband died after waiting over an hour for an ambulance to arrive.

News

Donna Echols shows a caricature of her ex-husband and his four sons. She believes "Diamond...

‘Beyond belief’: Jackson woman says ex-husband died after waiting 90 minutes for ambulance

Updated: Jun. 23, 2023 at 7:22 PM CDT

By Anthony Warren and Joseph Doehring

'Diamond Jim' James Mabus died at the hospital days later.

National

‘This is me, There’s no changing:’ A Vicksburg woman lost job after becoming a caretaker for...

Mississippi woman loses job after becoming caretaker of inmate’s newborn child

Updated: Jun. 14, 2023 at 9:04 AM CDT

By Joseph Doehring and Amanda Alvarado

A Mississippi woman lost her job after becoming the caretaker for an inmate's newborn child.

State

‘This is me, There’s no changing:’ Vicksburg woman loses job after adopting newborn child of inmate

Updated: Jun. 14, 2023 at 1:30 AM CDT

By Joseph Doehring

A former Vicksburg correctional officer lost her job for what she believed was right, and nearly a month later, she isn’t having second thoughts.

Health

State Epidemiologist retires after 30 years with MSDH

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 7:29 PM CDT

By Joseph Doehring

Wednesday, Dr. Paul Byers looked back at his lengthy career with the Mississippi State Department of Health.

State

White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu, left, Deanne Criswell, administrator of...

White House, EPA announce first $115M in federal funding on its way to fix Jackson water

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 10:02 AM CDT

By Anthony Warren and Joseph Doehring

More than $600 million allocated to the city as part of December Congressional allocation.

News

Cathead Jam proceeds will be put towards new resources for students in Mississippi

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 10:39 PM CDT

By Joseph Doehring

Cathead Jam has wrapped up another successful year, and with the help of your ticket purchases, students in underserved Mississippi communities will receive brand-new resources.

Crime

‘He’s with me, and he’s alive’: Mother speaks out after being carjacked at gunpoint

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 12:16 PM CDT

By Joseph Doehring

However, police have another individual in custody who is believed to be involved.

Movies

‘Back to the Future’ star Christopher Lloyd wraps up filming in Jackson

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 7:12 PM CDT

By Joseph Doehring

In an exclusive interview with WLBT, Christopher Lloyd of the 1985 hit film “Back to the Future” discussed his latest role in a supernatural thriller called “The Movers.”

Movies

Movie starring multiple award-winning actors begins filming in Jackson

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 9:35 PM CDT

By Joseph Doehring

The director of the film says he expects the movie to release sometime in 2023.

State

Discussion held on how to combat Mississippi crime rate

Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 7:08 PM CDT

By Joseph Doehring

Alongside White was Rafael Mangual, an author from New York, who visited Jackson to preach about crime statistics and examples of what can happen when a convicted felon gets too many chances.

National

Brooke Mallet, 25, and her boyfriend, John Walker, 22, have been arrested after a child's body...

Mother and boyfriend charged with murder after 3-year-old found dead in pond

Updated: Apr. 22, 2023 at 2:59 PM CDT

By Joseph Doehring and Jordan Gartner

A mother and her boyfriend are facing murder charges after a child’s body was found in a pond.

News

Jackson residents growing tired of temporary trash drop-off sites

Updated: Apr. 8, 2023 at 10:35 PM CDT

By Joseph Doehring

Thousands of Jacksonians have now experienced a full week of nobody picking up their garbage, which has left the taxpayers with no choice but to do the city’s job for them.

News

Mother arrested for shooting, killing 4-year-old son

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 11:06 AM CDT

By WLBT.com Staff and Joseph Doehring

According to the Jackson Police Department, The incident occurred in the 600 block of Randall Street around 11:42 p.m.

State

U.S. Marshals capture man after police chase, crash in Jackson

U.S. Marshals capture three people after police chase, crash in Jackson

Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 8:47 AM CDT

By WLBT.com Staff and Joseph Doehring

The police pursuit ended with a crash in Jackson on Northside Drive and Bailey Avenue, just before 8 a.m. Tuesday.

News

MDOT announces construction plans for I-55 and I-20 through Jackson

Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 9:21 PM CST

By Joseph Doehring

According to the Mississippi Department of Transportation’s Michael Flood, your commute is about to get a lot smoother.

State

Pollen season hits Mississippi

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 7:05 PM CST

By Joseph Doehring

Following below freezing temperatures for much of the winter season in Mississippi, doctors didn’t expect allergy season to begin this early.

National

Passport application delays affecting travelers across the country

Updated: Mar. 7, 2023 at 8:08 PM CST

By Joseph Doehring

Millions of travelers in the U.S. are expected to go international this year, but how many of them will receive a passport on time is a question left unanswered.

Ole Miss

Ole Miss head men’s basketball coach, Kermit Davis fired

Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 8:51 AM CST

By Joseph Doehring and WLBT.com Staff

Rebel assistant coach Win Case will serve as acting head coach for the remainder of the 2023 season.

State

‘Kill the Bill’: Mississippi State Conference NAACP members hold press conference regarding House Bill 1020

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 7:45 PM CST

By Joseph Doehring

Leaders and members of the Mississippi State Conference NAACP climbed the state capitol’s steps Tuesday afternoon in an effort to make their voices heard over the latest state legislation.

National

Pro football superstar Deion Sanders has listed his Mississippi property for $1.5 million.

PHOTOS: Deion Sanders’ home hits market for $1.5 million

Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 2:35 PM CST

By Josh Carter, Joseph Doehring and Jordan Gartner

Pro football Hall of Fame player Deion Sanders is selling his Mississippi home.

State

Deion Sanders’ old home could be yours. All you need is $1.5 million.

Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 1:49 PM CST

By Josh Carter and Joseph Doehring

The home is described as a “Farmhouse Oasis.”

State

Former Ole Miss player and alleged accomplice given $100K bond following kidnapping charges

Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 3:48 PM CST

By Joseph Doehring and WLBT Staff

Jerrell Powe, who lives in Mississippi, and Gavin Bates of California were both ordered to turn in their passports.

State

Global Teaching Project gives access to students in rural Mississippi areas

Updated: Jan. 14, 2023 at 10:45 PM CST

By Joseph Doehring

High school students in rural areas across the Magnolia State were treated to a weekend-long event at the Mississippi Museum of History and Civil Rights.

State