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Stone County family turns grief into giving by creating scholarship in brother's honor
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV) -- Everyone wants to leave a legacy. "Greg was a wonderful, kind human being," Kim Rayborn said when describing…
4/9 - Sam's "Warmer" Thursday Night Forecast
A beautiful stretch of spring weather is ahead for the Gulf Coast, with sunshine dominating the forecast through much of the upcoming week. Tonight stays mostly clear with a…
Pascagoula Updates Smoke-Free Ordinance
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) -- On Tuesday night, leaders in Pascagoula updated the city's smoke-free ordinance aimed against secondhand smoke. More than 60% of Mississippi towns and cities are not protected by a…
Gulfport Police investigating shooting on Henderson Avenue
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport Police Department is investigating a shooting in the 1900 block of Henderson Avenue. It happened Thursday evening. Police say one male victim was taken to an out-of-state hospital. At this time, police do not have…
One person dead following shooting in Gautier on Lima Drive
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gautier Police Department is investigating a shooting on Thursday afternoon that left one person dead. According to GPD, officers responded to the area of Lima Drive. There, police found a victim suffering from a gunshot wound. Emergency…
Harrison County deputies stop IRS scam targeting elderly woman
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — A Harrison County woman is out tens of thousands of dollars after falling victim to an IRS scam—but quick thinking by a local shipping clerk helped prevent even more losses. Harrison County Sheriff's Office say…
Team Lightning 12272 gearing up for first World Championship appearance in Houston
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) -- Team Lightning 12272, a robotics organization located on the Mississippi Coast, is gearing up for its first World…
Gulf Coast man overcomes vision loss; pursues career helping others
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) -- A Gulf Coast man who unexpectedly lost his vision is preparing to graduate from a local rehabilitation center—one that helped him…
William Carey University partners with ‘One Pill can Kill’ initiative
Another Mississippi college has joined the Mississippi attorney general’s ‘One Pill can Kill’ initiative. William Carey University faculty, staff, and students received training on how to recognize…
Final funeral, procession details for Deputy Michael Jimerson released
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff's Office has released the finalized details for the funeral service and procession for fallen deputy Michael…
Temporary power outage set for parts of D'Iberville Friday morning
D'IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)-- A temporary power outage will impact residents in parts of D'Iberville Friday morning. City officials say that outage will happen between the hours of 8 a.m. to noon, as Coast Electric crews make changes to the electrical…
New medical development for Woolmarket area
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Biloxi is sharing details about a multi-phase medical development moving off North Oaklawn Lane in the Woolmarket community. City officials shared phase one will…
Prevention and treatment tips for mosquito season
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Springtime means more time outdoors here on the Gulf Coast, but it also marks the return of mosquito season. WXXV News 25’s Brynne Baxley has…
4/8 - Sam's "Comfortable" Wednesday Night Forecast
Tonight stays partly cloudy and mild, with lows in the mid to upper 50s inland and right around 60 at the coast, and an east breeze around 10 mph.…
Wiggins Fire Department receives donation
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- A South Mississippi fire department is getting a boost thanks to a generous donation from a community partner. The Wiggins Fire Department says this support will help them…
One arrested, one wanted in drug trafficking investigation in Pearl River County
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In Pearl River County, narcotics investigators made an arrest and are searching for a second suspect in a drug trafficking investigation. Forty-six-year-old Jack Ceasar was taken into custody at his Picayune home Monday after attempting…
Aztecas of Gautier celebrates grand reopening following 2025 tornado
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV) -- Aztecas Restaurant and Cantina in Gautier marked a major milestone in its recovery from the October 2025 tornado that ripped through the city,…
Funds set up to help Deputy Jimerson’s family
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The South Mississippi Planning and Development District is helping with the Fallen Officer Fund set up for Deputy Michael Jimerson’s family. All donations are tax-deductible and 100 percent of the proceeds will go directly to Deputy…
US, Israel and Iran agree to a 2-week ceasefire but much remains unclear and some attacks continue
By BASSEM MROUE, JON GAMBRELL, SAMY MAGDY and SAM METZ TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran, the United States and Israel agreed to a two-week ceasefire in an 11th-hour deal that headed off U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to unleash a bombing campaign to destroy Iranian civilization. But hours after…
Child dies in two-car crash in Pearl River County
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A nine-year-old child died Tuesday morning in a two-car crash in Pearl River County. Mississippi Highway Patrol officials say the crash happened around 7 a.m. near Highway 43 and Salem Road. A Dodge Ram truck…
The 15th Annual Eagles Under The Oaks Charity Golf Tournament
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- Golfers hit the course this week not just for fun, but to raise thousands of dollars for combat wounded veterans in South Mississippi. WXXV News…
Progress continues on the Long Beach Gateway Project
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is sharing an update on their gateway project. Officials say crews are currently focused on forming the plaza area…
2026 Ocean Springs Town Tour Guide released
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Chamber-Main Street unveiled its 2026 official Town Tour Guide in partnership with South Mississippi Living. The new guide highlights everything that makes…
Memorial Hospital Foundation hosting Cocktails For a Cause
The Memorial Hospital Foundation is hosting a fundraising event on April 18th. Cocktails for a Cause is taking place at White Pillars in Biloxi. Foundation president…
Junior Auxiliary hosting pickleball tournament
Junior Auxiliary of Ocean Springs and Biloxi are hosting a pickleball tournament on April 17th. This is a free event geared towards teenagers. Shelly Laughlin joins us with…
William Carey University hosting family fun day in Gulfport
William Carey University is hosting a fun afternoon in Gulfport on April 25th. Barksdale Pavilion at Jones Park will be transformed with music, carnival rides…
City of Diamondhead opens new dog park
DIAMONDHEAD, Miss. (WXXV)- Dog owners in Diamondhead have a new place for their four-legged friends to run and play. The ribbon was cut Saturday on the new city dog…
Hancock County Sheriff's Office searching for suspect considered armed and dangerous
Hancock County, Miss. (WXXV)- The Hancock County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for helping finding an aggravated assault suspect. Gavin Ladner remains at large and should be considered armed and dangerous, he may have a shotgun with him. Ladner…
Two members of Jackson County Fire Protection team complete training
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection Team shared two of their members completed training at the state fire academy last week. Lt. Will Yates…
Stone County family turns grief into giving by creating scholarship in brother's honor
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV) -- Everyone wants to leave a legacy. "Greg was a wonderful, kind human being," Kim Rayborn said when describing…
Midsummer Night Faire coming to the Mary C. in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Midsummer Night Faire is coming to the Mary C. in Ocean Springs on Friday. It is expected to be a…
Pascagoula Updates Smoke-Free Ordinance
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) -- On Tuesday night, leaders in Pascagoula updated the city's smoke-free ordinance aimed against secondhand smoke. More than 60% of Mississippi towns and cities are not protected by a…
Gulfport Police investigating shooting on Henderson Avenue
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport Police Department is investigating a shooting in the 1900 block of Henderson Avenue. It happened Thursday evening. Police say one male victim was taken to an out-of-state hospital. At this time, police do not have…
Applications open for Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce small business grants
The Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce is opening their small business grants for all city divisions. These grants will help fund upcoming projects, employee training,…
One person dead following shooting in Gautier on Lima Drive
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gautier Police Department is investigating a shooting on Thursday afternoon that left one person dead. According to GPD, officers responded to the area of Lima Drive. There, police found a victim suffering from a gunshot wound. Emergency…
Harrison County deputies stop IRS scam targeting elderly woman
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — A Harrison County woman is out tens of thousands of dollars after falling victim to an IRS scam—but quick thinking by a local shipping clerk helped prevent even more losses. Harrison County Sheriff's Office say…
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month and one Coast organization is raising awareness and hosting events throughout the month. Nancy Cartsens with the Parkinson’s Foundation joins us with more.
Team Lightning 12272 gearing up for first World Championship appearance in Houston
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) -- Team Lightning 12272, a robotics organization located on the Mississippi Coast, is gearing up for its first World…