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State Auditor Shad White announces run for governor
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- State Auditor Shad White is running for governor. White made the official announcement on Monday. One of his first campaign stops brought him to the…
Singing River expands patient transportation services to Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Singing River Health System is expanding its free patient transportation services to Harrison County. This program provides door to door transportation to medical and hospital appointments for eligible residents. The service is available Mondays, Wednesdays, and…
Counties face Friday certification deadline for election results
On Friday, all 82 counties in Mississippi must certify the election results. With just a few thousand votes separating the candidates in the U.S. Senate race, those final…
Warm and dry through mid week
Tonight, clouds will gradually clear out with overnight temperatures settling into the low 50s and upper 40s. Tuesday will be sunny and a little warmer, with afternoon highs climbing to around 77 degrees.…
Deadline for mail-in and affidavit ballots Tuesday, November 10
Mississippi voters have one more day to make sure their ballots are counted. November 10 is the deadline for mail-in and affidavit ballots. Those votes could make…
Two killed in early morning crash in Pascagoula
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Police Department is investigating a vehicle crash that left two dead early Monday morning. Officers were dispatched to the scene on Highway 611 around 5:30 a.m. Pascagoula PD did not release any details on what…
Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky files resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
By KONSTANTIN TOROPIN WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Thomas Massie moved Monday to force a vote to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, putting pressure on his fellow Republicans to decide whether to remove one of the Trump’s administration’s most prominent figures…
Gulfport Police Department searching for missing 17-year-old
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport Police Department is requesting assistance in locating a missing 17-year-old. Chanon Gage Dossett was last seen on foot in the area of Highway 49 and Dedeaux Road on November 1. Dossett has ties to the Biloxi…
Biloxi man arrested on aggravated stalking charge; police believe more victims may exist
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A Biloxi man was arrested on an active felony warrant for aggravated stalking. Biloxi Police arrested 37-year-old Joshua Waynne Pool on the charges on Friday, November 6. The warrant and arrest were the result of an investigation…
Hancock County sheriff’s runoff election set for December 1
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The race for Hancock County sheriff will likely head to a runoff. This comes after no candidate received more than 50 percent of…
HSI Hattiesburg seizes over 6,000 KG of drugs
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- The Homeland Security Investigations Department in Hattiesburg is investigating a Colombia-based drug trafficking operation. That organization is suspected of distributing thousands of kilograms of cocaine…
College Football Playoff doubles up, expands to 24 teams beginning next season
By EDDIE PELLS The College Football Playoff will double in size to 24 teams beginning next year, bringing an end to a three-decade era of conference title games that used to be among the marquee events of the season. College…
Lucedale police searching for missing teen
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV)- The Lucedale Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating a missing teenager. Fifteen-year-old Alyssa Bounds was last seen on November 5. She is described as…
Cindy Hyde-Smith campaign says thousands of ballots remain to be counted in Senate race
MISSISSIPPI (WXXV) – As vote counting continues in Mississippi's U.S. Senate race, WXXV reached out to Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith's campaign for comment on the ongoing tabulation process. In a statement to WXXV, Campaign Manager Jake Monsen said the campaign remains…
Coast Transit Authority announces extension to Route 7
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Coast Transit Authority announced they will extend Route 7’s service to Division Street in Biloxi. That is set to take place effective November 16.…
Waveland man arrested for attempted murder after Slidell-area shooting
A Waveland man is facing an attempted second-degree murder charge after authorities say he shot another man during an early morning incident in Louisiana. According to the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office, deputies responded shortly after 2 a.m. Sunday to…
Local law enforcement agencies partnering up for annual Feed the Needy program
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Local law enforcement agencies in Harrison County are partnering up again to fight hunger this Thanksgiving. The Feed the Needy…
NAACP to hold press conference in Jackson today
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV) – The NAACP is set to hold a press conference Sunday afternoon in Jackson as election officials across Mississippi continue counting and certifying ballots following this week's closely watched election. The organization says the event comes after it…
Keesler Air Force Base cuts ribbon on MTL Schoolhouse
Keesler Air Force Base is sharing that their Military Training Leader School has officially relocated to Matero Hall after months of renovations. That work lasted for over…
CTA offering free rides to veterans on Veterans Day
In observance of Veterans Day, Coast Transit Authority (CTA) will honor all veterans by offering FREE unlimited rides for veterans throughout the day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Veterans who ride CTA buses that day are welcome to submit photos…
Jackson County School District Superintendent David Baggett announces retirement
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County School District Superintendent David Baggett announced his intention to retire after 32 years of service in public education. Baggett shared his decision with the school board Monday night. "It has been one of the…
Vehicle crashes into home on Popp’s Ferry Road over the weekend
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A vehicle crashed into a home in Biloxi early Saturday morning. Biloxi Fire Department crews responded to the 2100 block of Popps…
Golfers support Folds of Honor organization at 8th annual Patriot Golf Day
SAUCIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Ahead of Veterans Day, the Grand Bear Golf Club hosted its annual charity golf tournament, bringing golfers together to support a…
Driver airlifted after Jackson County Crash involving dump truck
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — A driver was airlifted Tuesday morning after a crash involving a car and a dump truck on Highway 63 in Jackson County. Jackson County officials said crews responded to the scene around 9:53 a.m. Upon…
Veterans Day 2026: Gulf Coast events, deals and discounts for Veterans
Wednesday, November 11 is Veterans Day. Organizations around the Gulf Coast are commemorating the day by honoring veterans. Here is a list of events or deals being offered for Veterans Day: WOW Women of Wisdom will host a special Veterans…
State Auditor Shad White announces run for governor
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- State Auditor Shad White is running for governor. White made the official announcement on Monday. One of his first campaign stops brought him to the…
Singing River expands patient transportation services to Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Singing River Health System is expanding its free patient transportation services to Harrison County. This program provides door to door transportation to medical and hospital appointments for eligible residents. The service is available Mondays, Wednesdays, and…
Ear Candy Coalition hosting Fantasy Jam Band Scramble at Ground Zero Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Get ready for a night of live music, fun, and giving back! The Ear Candy Coalition is hosting is second annual…
WOW Women of Wisdom hosting coat drive
Women of Wisdom join us in studio to discuss their upcoming coat drive. They are launching their 300-coat drive with one heartfelt mission: helping Gulf Coast neighbors stay warm…
Ocean Springs High Theatre Department presents ‘Old Man and the Moon’
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs High School Theatre Department is getting ready to take audiences on an unforgettable musical adventure filled with…
Counties face Friday certification deadline for election results
On Friday, all 82 counties in Mississippi must certify the election results. With just a few thousand votes separating the candidates in the U.S. Senate race, those final…
Deadline for mail-in and affidavit ballots Tuesday, November 10
Mississippi voters have one more day to make sure their ballots are counted. November 10 is the deadline for mail-in and affidavit ballots. Those votes could make…
Biloxi High School hosting Operation Holiday Heroes Drive
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi High School is hoping to help support the Armed Forces Retirement Home this holiday season. The school is hosting an Operation Holiday Heroes Drive.…
48th annual Peter Anderson Festival wraps up in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The final day of the 48th annual Peter Anderson Arts and Crafts Festival brought thousands of visitors to Downtown Ocean Springs. More…
Two killed in early morning crash in Pascagoula
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Police Department is investigating a vehicle crash that left two dead early Monday morning. Officers were dispatched to the scene on Highway 611 around 5:30 a.m. Pascagoula PD did not release any details on what…
Gulfport Police Department searching for missing 17-year-old
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport Police Department is requesting assistance in locating a missing 17-year-old. Chanon Gage Dossett was last seen on foot in the area of Highway 49 and Dedeaux Road on November 1. Dossett has ties to the Biloxi…
Biloxi man arrested on aggravated stalking charge; police believe more victims may exist
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A Biloxi man was arrested on an active felony warrant for aggravated stalking. Biloxi Police arrested 37-year-old Joshua Waynne Pool on the charges on Friday, November 6. The warrant and arrest were the result of an investigation…
Hancock County sheriff’s runoff election set for December 1
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The race for Hancock County sheriff will likely head to a runoff. This comes after no candidate received more than 50 percent of…