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Looking hot but mostly dry this week
Tonight will be clear and comfortable by August standards, with lows falling into the low and mid 70s. Sunshine returns on Tuesday, sending afternoon temperatures into the mid 90s.…
Tropical Update: August off to a quiet start
As we're now a few days into the month of August, this is the time when the Atlantic hurricane season begins to see a gradual increase in activity.…
Stone County organizations working to help Hood Industries employees after mill closure
More than 250 workers are expected to lose their jobs when Hood Industries permanently closes its Wiggins plywood mill at the end of August.…
Stone County students celebrate first day at brand-new Stone High School
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Monday marked a major milestone for Stone County students as they walked through the doors of the brand-new Stone High School…
Moss Point School District names Dr. Michael Battle as superintendent
MOSS POINT, Mississippi — The Moss Point School District Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Michael Battle to serve as the district’s next superintendent. Dr. Battle brings more than 20 years of experience in public education as a teacher, principal,…
Biloxi man sentenced to life in prison for killing neighbor after dominoes game dispute
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A Biloxi man will spend the rest of his life in prison after being convicted of killing his neighbor during an argument over a dominoes game. A Harrison County jury found 60-year-old Julius Taylor Jr. guilty of…
Michigan reports first 2 US deaths in outbreak of cyclospora
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Two people have died in the cyclospora outbreak in Michigan in the first confirmed deaths in the U.S. related to the microscopic parasite, state health officials announced Monday. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said both…
Pascagoula Youth Baseball 6U All-Stars bring Diamond Youth Baseball World Series Championship home
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)-A youth baseball championship is headed back to the Mississippi Gulf Coast after more than 50 years. The Pascagoula Youth Baseball 6U All Star Team has won the 2026 Diamond Youth Baseball World Series, bringing the DYB World…
Construction begins on new welcome center on I-10 in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Construction work on the new Jackson County Welcome Center kicked off last week. MDOT says crews are in the process of…
Mississippi joins new fraud prevention task force
Mississippi is joining a new regional effort to crack down on fraud. State officials, including the treasurer, secretary of state, AG, and auditor, helped launch the Southeast Regional Fraud…
New electric crane to be installed at Port of Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A new hybrid harbor crane will be installed soon at the Port of Gulfport, part of an effort to expand cargo capacity and…
Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport holds Change of Command Ceremony
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Over at the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport, there’s a new commanding officer. Captain Tate Metlen relieved Captain Ana Franco Wednesday.…
Memorial Health System introduces 7D Flash Navigation Technology for Spine and Cranial Surgery
Memorial Health System is sharing they are the first hospital in coastal Mississippi to offer the 7D flash navigation system. This is an…
Picayune Police Department achieves national accreditation
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- The Picayune Police Department has achieved national accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation. The department says this is a distinguished recognition of professional excellence in public safety.…
Mississippi middle schoolers to learn financial literacy under new state law beginning in 2027
Mississippi middle school students will soon be required to learn budgeting, saving, and other financial skills under a new state law. Allyson…
Get ready for a hot weekend with spotty storm chances
A few isolated showers and thunderstorms will remain possible this evening before skies gradually become partly cloudy overnight. Temperatures will only fall into the upper 70s, making for another…
Man charged in Friday shooting in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- A Gulfport man is behind bars for a shooting that happened earlier Friday in Long Beach. Thirty-seven-year-old Quinne Crutchfield is now charged with one count of drive-by shooting. Details are limited, but we know the shooting…
Massachusetts volunteers team up with Mississippi Heroes to build wheelchair ramp for local woman
A volunteer group from Massachusetts is helping to make a difference right here on the Coast with a mission of service and…
Man charged after making threats to judge in relation to Nolan Wells case
A California man is facing federal charges after allegedly making violent threats in connection to the Nolan Wells death investigation. According to our media partner, the Sun Herald, 27-year-old Joseph Alfredo Vasquez Dumarce of Sacramento is charged with Interstate Transmission…
Cold Cases with Chloe Carter: The Story of Ozell Addison Jr.
It is time now for our July edition of Cold Cases with Chloe Carter. This month, we are taking a look at the unsolved murder…
‘A Night in Blue and Red’ Gala honoring first responders
A special gala is bringing the community together to honor the lives, service, and sacrifices of our first responders. Here to tell us more about ‘A…
Pet of the Week: Alyx is looking for a forever home
Every Tuesday we feature a pet up for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Joining us is Maridee Mallette to tell us about our…
Fire crews taking extra precautions to stay safe in heat
With the scorching heat impacting South Mississippi, first responders are taking extra precaution to stay safe while serving the community. To reduce the risk of heat-related…
Illinois man charged with making threats against witness connected to Nolan Wells investigation
An Illinois man is accused of making violent threats against witnesses in the ongoing Nolan Wells death investigation. According to a criminal complaint filed…
President Trump approves disaster declaration for South Mississippi flooding
President Trump has approved Mississippi’s request for a major disaster declaration for the South Mississippi counties impacted by flooding from the remnant of Tropical Storm Arthur. Individual…
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch launches run for governor
Another Mississippi elected official has announced their run for governor in the 2027 elections. Republican Attorney General Lynn Fitch officially launched her bid for the governor’s mansion…
Community attends Faith Fest event in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Moss Point shares details on their Faith Fest that took place over the weekend. Over 100 people fished, families lined the…
Harrison County Library System holds open house showcasing library resources, programs
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- The Harrison County Library System hosted a community open house for its Biloxi libraries on Monday, inviting residents to discover everything…
Long Beach recognized as top six city in Mississippi
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is celebrating being recognized as one of the top six cities in the Magnolia State. Mayor Tim Pierce…
City of Gulfport seeks public comment for 2026 annual action plan
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport is seeking public comment on this year’s annual action plan. A draft of the plan can be found…
Stone County organizations working to help Hood Industries employees after mill closure
More than 250 workers are expected to lose their jobs when Hood Industries permanently closes its Wiggins plywood mill at the end of August.…
Stone County students celebrate first day at brand-new Stone High School
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Monday marked a major milestone for Stone County students as they walked through the doors of the brand-new Stone High School…
Moss Point School District names Dr. Michael Battle as superintendent
MOSS POINT, Mississippi — The Moss Point School District Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Michael Battle to serve as the district’s next superintendent. Dr. Battle brings more than 20 years of experience in public education as a teacher, principal,…
Moss Point mayor addresses tree removal questions during River City Chat
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Moss Point is sharing details with residents when it comes to tree removal. Mayor Billy Knight shared the…
Biloxi man sentenced to life in prison for killing neighbor after dominoes game dispute
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A Biloxi man will spend the rest of his life in prison after being convicted of killing his neighbor during an argument over a dominoes game. A Harrison County jury found 60-year-old Julius Taylor Jr. guilty of…
Powerball Jackpot climbs to ahead of Monday Night Drawing
The Powerball jackpot is taking another big jump. It has now skyrocketed to an estimated $748 million. That’s a $325 million cash value. Nobody matched all six numbers…
Small Sliders teaming up with HOF QB Drew Brees for a good cause
Small Sliders is teaming up with a football legend and it’s all for a great cause. Small Sliders is partnering with Hall of Fame Quarterback…
Pascagoula Youth Baseball 6U All-Stars bring Diamond Youth Baseball World Series Championship home
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)-A youth baseball championship is headed back to the Mississippi Gulf Coast after more than 50 years. The Pascagoula Youth Baseball 6U All Star Team has won the 2026 Diamond Youth Baseball World Series, bringing the DYB World…