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Governor Reeves touts July job growth
Mississippi reached a new record for employment. Governor Tate Reeves’ office says the state recorded one 1,196,200 total jobs as of July. Reeves pointed to the figure as evidence of continued economic growth in Mississippi. His office also says more…
Gulfport Police locate two suspects wanted in drive-by shooting case
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport Police Department says two suspects previously wanted on felony drive-by shooting warrants have been located. Police had been searching for Jasmine Marie Rose Viduya, 20, and Timyah Charmaine Jones, 19, who were wanted on active felony…
Protecting Gulf Coast Shrimp: Mississippi leaders meet with USDA Secretary
Protecting Mississippi Gulf Coast shrimp, particularly shrimp from cheap imports, was the focus of a delegation from the state on a trip to Washington, D.C. Mississippi…
UPDATE: Moss Point standoff ends after suspect surrenders to authorities
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The suspect in an hours-long standoff at a Moss Point home Friday has been identified Forty-four-year-old Marquis Odom was arrested following a domestic violence incident after the standoff, which came to an end after Odom surrendered…
Hometown History: La Pointe-Krebs House
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)-Tucked away in Pascagoula near the historic Singing River, the La Pointe Krebs House has stood for nearly three centuries, making it the oldest surviving building…
Crossroads Elementary students get moving with ‘Move to Learn’ Initiative
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Students at Crossroads Elementary have only been in class for a few weeks, but they received a lesson in how movement can…
Woman accused of burning property, abandoning dog in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. — A Mobile woman faces felony charges after George County authorities say she damaged…
Goodwill of South MS celebrates grand opening of new Hardy Court location
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Bargain hunters and thrift shoppers had plenty to celebrate Thursday as Goodwill of South Mississippi cut the ribbon on its newly…
E. Brian Rose pleads guilty to tax evasion
In case you missed it, a South Mississippi man and former congressional candidate has pleaded guilty to evading more than two million in federal income taxes. Federal prosecutors…
Mississippi Power Foundation teams up with Goodr to host pop-up grocery markets
For many South Mississippi families, putting food on the table can be a daily challenge. The Mississippi Power Foundation partnered with Goodr to help…
City of Picayune names new chief of police
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Picayune has named its next police chief. Assistant Chief James Bolton will take over the department following the retirement of current Chief Joe Quave in September. Bolton brings 35 years of law enforcement experience…
Gulfport Police searching for missing 60-year-old man David Earl Woods
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing person, David Earl Woods, of Perkinston, Mississippi. Woods is described as a 60-year-old white male, approximately 5’11” tall and weighing 190 pounds, with brown eyes…
Fire crews battled woods fire near Bethel Road Wednesday
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County Fire Protection is sharing details on a woods fire reported Wednesday. The fire happening on Bethel Road around 3 Wednesday afternoon.…
Engine fire breaks out on Ship Island Ferry
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- An engine fire broke out aboard the Capt. Pete Ferry this morning during a regularly scheduled Ship Island Excursions trip. Gulfport Fire Chief Billy Kelley tells us the fire started in the engine room, but crew members…
Community gathers at prayer rally in honor of Nolan Wells’ birthday
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Wednesday would have been Nolan Wells’ 19th birthday. In honor of him, one Biloxi church held a prayer rally. Greater St. John AME…
Sting operation in Wiggins leads to business' beer permit being revoked
Wiggins, Miss. (WXXV) - The Wiggins Police Department is alerting the public to a case they've been working on. Starting July 22nd of this…
No signs of the heat letting up this week
Tonight will offer little relief from the heat. Skies will be partly cloudy with temperatures settling into the upper 70s. Winds will remain light, shifting from south to west…
Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell launches campaign for state attorney general
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Surrounded by family, friends, and supporters, Department of Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell announced his intentions to run for attorney general in Mississippi’s…
Local law enforcement agencies kicking off 2026 ‘Driver Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign
If you’re hitting the road for Labor Day, you’ll want to pay close attention. Law enforcement agencies across Mississippi are stepping up…
NASA names Jame Schuyler as deputy director of Stennis Space Center
NASA has named Joseph R. Schuyler as the next deputy director of the agency’s Stennis Space Center. In this role, Schuyler will assist the center director in managing NASA’s primary rocket propulsion testing capabilities, which help the agency’s missions sustain…
Ocean Springs Fire practices rescuing one of their own
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Fire Department focused on a special training this week, rescuing one of their own. Crews worked through scenarios involving a downed firefighter. Those conditions include low visibility, crews working on rapid location and…
Biloxi fire crews take part in training
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Fire Department conducted some hands-on training recently, focusing on parking garages. Training took place at the Palace Casino. Crews focused on the proper use of standpipe systems. The department saying this is valuable training, preparing…
Fall books: Fiction takes the spotlight in bookstores during the midterm season
By HILLEL ITALIE NEW YORK (AP) — Midterm election news will fill the headlines this fall, but, among book buyers, fiction will likely have top billing. Former President Joe Biden’s “Promise Me, America” stands out not just as a White House memoir — presidential memoirs…
Acadian Ambulance expands operations into George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Acadian Ambulances is expanding their operations into George County. This comes as a result of a bid process for emergency response services. The transition from…
MDMR hosting photo contest for 2027 calendar
BILOXI, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is hosting a photo contest, and selected photos will be used in the agency’s 2027 calendar. The deadline to submit entries is Friday, Oct. 16, 2026. Submitted photos should depict an aspect…
Port Pascagoula names new port director
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Port Pascagoula has a new leader. The Jackson County Port Authority has named Charles Tillotson as port director. Tillotson’s appointment received approval this week from the Jackson…
City of Pascagoula announces scheduled road closure
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula is announcing a road closure set to begin Monday. The intersection of Parsley Avenue and Williams Street will be closed through August…
Knight of Columbus hosting blood drive
The Knights of Columbus will host a blood drive at the end of the month. The drive takes place Sunday, August 30 at Our Lady of Fatima Church in Biloxi. Donors can stop by the church from 7:30 a.m. until…
State Department of Education releases 2025-26 academic assessment program scores
Mississippi’s Academic Assessment scores for the last school year showed mixed results, with science scores showing the biggest gains. Sixty-four percent of students scored proficient or advanced in science, up more than three points from last year. English scores remained…
Ocean Springs Fire Department rolling out smart dashboard system
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Fire Department is sharing details on their new smart dashboard system. The dashboards allow staff to share important information with…
Tickets on sale for Musicians with a Mission fundraiser
Tickets are now officially on sale for this year’s Musicians with a Mission. The annual benefit for Back Bay Mission is September 24, starting at 6 p.m.…
Attorney General Fitch urges review of state immigration laws
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to take up a case involving state immigration enforcement. Fitch joined 24 other states in a…
Pearl River County Fire and Rescue hosting open house
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pearl River County Fire and Rescue will be hosting an open house on Saturday. Families are invited to Station 21 on…
Governor Reeves touts July job growth
Mississippi reached a new record for employment. Governor Tate Reeves’ office says the state recorded one 1,196,200 total jobs as of July. Reeves pointed to the figure as evidence of continued economic growth in Mississippi. His office also says more…
Gulfport Police locate two suspects wanted in drive-by shooting case
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport Police Department says two suspects previously wanted on felony drive-by shooting warrants have been located. Police had been searching for Jasmine Marie Rose Viduya, 20, and Timyah Charmaine Jones, 19, who were wanted on active felony…
George County Sheriff’s Office warns residents against scam
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a phone scam targeting families of jail inmates in the county. Scammers are claiming a…
Pascagoula police scam relating to application approval fee
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Police Department is alerting residents to scams going around the area. A scammer is using public information about an active rezoning application to…