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MDOT projects make progress in southeast Mississippi
HATTIESBURG, MISS. – Commissioner Charles Busby, Southern Transportation District, has announced updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in south Mississippi. “Infrastructure projects across southeast Mississippi are making steady progress,” said Busby. “From widening highways to adding new signage…
Memorial Health System performed first robotic bronchoscopy
A major milestone was reached at Memorial Health System on Tuesday. Dr. Theresa Case successfully performed the very first bronchoscopy procedure. With this, doctors can now reach smaller areas…
State universities see enrollment growth
The Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning released 2025 student fall enrollment numbers for Mississippi’s public universities. Across the ten schools showed a continued increase in enrollment with a nearly three percent…
Pass Christian holds annual State of the City Address
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual State of the City Address. Mayor Kenny Torgeson outlined his vision for growing Pass…
Peter Anderson Festival returns to Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- An annual tradition is set to take over the City of Ocean Springs downtown area starting Saturday. The largest arts festival on the Coast is…
Trump admin asks Supreme Court to halt order providing full SNAP payments for November
By DAVID A. LIEB, MICHAEL CASEY, SCOTT BAUER and MIKE CATALINI BOSTON (AP) — Residents in some U.S. states began to receive their full SNAP food aid Friday as an appeals court left in place, for now, an order requiring President Donald Trump’s administration to…
WXXV's Aubrey Spears helps flips switch to bring Christmas music to Magic 93.7
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A Coast holiday tradition is underway and it all happens with the simple push of a button. WXXV’s Aubrey Spears…
Two Coast athletes awarded Mr. Football for the 2025 season
Two Coast football players have been awarded Mr. Football awards for the 2025 football season! Poplarville’s Ty Keyes was named Mr. Football for Class 4A and Picayune’s Mitchell Smith was named Mr. Football for Class 6A. All Mr. Football winners…
One dead after Amtrak train collides with vehicle in Gautier
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- One person is dead after a fatal Amtrak crash in Jackson County. The train struck a vehicle at a crossing on Ladnier Road in Gautier Thursday night, killing the driver. The driver has been identified as 40-year-old…
How to protect yourself against card skimming
Criminals are using card readers and other devices to steal data from debit, credit, and ATM cards at gas pumps and ATM machines. The thieves can even steal pin numbers.…
Ocean Springs takes legal action over license plate readers
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) -- The City of Ocean Springs is looking to turn more than $460,000 over to the courts, relinquishing any claim to the funds…
George County man sentenced for sexual assault of children
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV)- A Lucedale man is sentenced to 90 years behind bars after being convicted Thursday on more than a dozen counts of sexually abusing multiple children. Forty-two-year-old Lloyd Spicer Jr. will serve his sentenced in MDOC custody. He…
HomeGoods now open in CrossRoads Shopping Center in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The new HomeGoods at the CrossRoads Shopping Center in Gulfport opened its doors Thursday. You’re now able to find a wide variety of home…
Federal judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits in November
By GEOFF MULVIHILL and MICHAEL CASEY A federal judge in Rhode Island ordered the Trump administration Thursday to find the money to fully fund SNAP benefits for November. The ruling by U.S. District Judge John J. McConnell Jr. gave President Donald Trump’s administration…
Last monkey on the loose after Mississippi highway crash is captured after being spotted by resident
HEIDELBERG, Miss. (AP) — The last monkey on the loose among several that escaped after a Mississippi highway crash has been found and captured, authorities said Thursday. A resident who lives near the crash site called authorities to report the…
Gulfport waives late fees on water and utility bills through November
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- As of November 5, residents of Gulfport will not be charged late fees on water and sewer utility bills for the month…
Most major US airports are among 40 targeted by shutdown-related flight cuts
By RIO YAMAT, AP Airlines and Travel Writer Airports in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago along with hubs across the U.S. are among the 40 that will see flights cut starting Friday due to the government shutdown, according to a list distributed to the…
MGCCC receives donation from local organizations for food pantry
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College hosted a special grant presentation ceremony with rotary club representatives from Jackson and George counties. The presentation marks the…
Gautier High honors veterans at 26th annual Veterans Breakfast
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Gautier High School hosted the 26th annual Veterans Breakfast, a longstanding tradition honoring the men and women who have served our country. Hundreds of…
Coast athlete part of Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026
The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame has announced its induction class of 2026. This year, they will be inducting seven Mississippi athletes into the Hall of Fame. Among those athlete’s is Gulfport’s very own Olympic gold medalist and world champion…
Jackson County Fire opens new station
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County celebrated the ribbon cutting of their new Saracennia Road fire station on Tuesday. This new building includes three large bays for firetrucks and equipment,…
Cruisin’ the Coast unveils 2026 Make-A-Wish Raffle Car
We’re already getting a look at the 2026 Make-A-Wish Raffle Car! The vehicle is a 1967 Pontiac GTO nicknamed ‘Goldie’ and has been selected following an unofficial poll of cruisers. The car will be given away on October 11, 2025…
Progress continues on Beach Park Bridge and Pier in Pascagoula
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Work continues on the Beach Park Bridge and Pier in Pascagoula. This work is part of Jackson County’s Pascagoula Beach Open Channel Outfalls…
State Department of Education establishing Mississippi Blue Ribbon School Program
The State Department of Education has established a new program called the Mississippi Blue Ribbon School Program. This program is taking the place of the since-terminated Department of Education’s National Blue Ribbon Program, that program was terminated in August. The…
City of Long Beach collecting donations for food pantry
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is hosting a community food drive starting Monday. From November 10 to the 14th, items are being collected…
MDOT projects make progress in southeast Mississippi
HATTIESBURG, MISS. – Commissioner Charles Busby, Southern Transportation District, has announced updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in south Mississippi. “Infrastructure projects across southeast Mississippi are making steady progress,” said Busby. “From widening highways to adding new signage…
City of Gautier hosting wreath laying ceremony
The City of Gautier will be hosting a wreath laying ceremony next week. This ceremony takes place at the Veterans Tribute Tower outside of city hall at 11 a.m.…
Ocean Springs Upper Elementary hosting Veterans Day Breakfast
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Ocean Springs Upper Elementary will be hosting a Veterans Day Breakfast on November 11. To attend, scan the QR code on your screen. The…
Witches Ride announces money raised for local animal agencies
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The Witches Ride of Ocean Springs announces they raised over $22,500 for six local animal welfare agencies this year. Funds are being split between…
Grace Baptist Church hosting Veterans Day ceremony
Grace Baptist Church in Ocean Springs will be hosting a Veterans Day ceremony on Sunday. The celebration starts at 10 a.m. and will include music, video presentations, and a…
Jackson County Animal Shelter annual Food and Supply Drive
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Animal Shelter is announcing their ninth annual food and supply drive. The ‘All Creatures Big and Small’ Drive will be taking…
Memorial Health System performed first robotic bronchoscopy
A major milestone was reached at Memorial Health System on Tuesday. Dr. Theresa Case successfully performed the very first bronchoscopy procedure. With this, doctors can now reach smaller areas…
State universities see enrollment growth
The Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning released 2025 student fall enrollment numbers for Mississippi’s public universities. Across the ten schools showed a continued increase in enrollment with a nearly three percent…
3rd annual Bud and Burgers in the Bay
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)-Bay St. Louis is playing host to the 3rd annual Bud and Burgers in the Bay. The fun takes place on Saturday from 11…
Ice Skating continues at the Coliseum this weekend
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Saturday after the Biloxi Breakers game, it is public ice skating at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi. The game starts at 7 p.m. which…
Pass Christian holds annual State of the City Address
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual State of the City Address. Mayor Kenny Torgeson outlined his vision for growing Pass…
Peter Anderson Festival returns to Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- An annual tradition is set to take over the City of Ocean Springs downtown area starting Saturday. The largest arts festival on the Coast is…
WXXV's Aubrey Spears helps flips switch to bring Christmas music to Magic 93.7
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A Coast holiday tradition is underway and it all happens with the simple push of a button. WXXV’s Aubrey Spears…