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Ocean Springs facade grant applications to open soon for local businesses
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) -- Businesses in Ocean Springs will soon have access to facade grants designed to enhance and revitalize downtown commercial properties while…
Seabee stationed at NCBC named USO Sailor of the Year
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A U.S Navy Seabee Diver who is currently stationed at the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport was just named 2026 USO Sailor…
Mississippi native accounted for from World War II
WASHINGTON—The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced today that U.S. Army Tech5 Edwin E. Ross, 24, of Philadelphia, Mississippi, who was captured and died as a prisoner of war during World War II, was accounted for July 18, 2025. Ross's family…
UPDATE: Biloxi police release new details in assault case involving puppy death
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi police are releasing new details in that aggravated assault case in which two men were arrested for assaulting a man who crushed a two-week old puppy to death. It all began just before 11:30 Friday night…
Secretary of State Michael Watson launches run for lieutenant governor
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)-Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson is throwing his hat into the ring for another statewide office in the 2027 state elections. The Jackson…
Prescribed burn happening in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- If you see smoke in parts of Jackson County near the City of Gautier, there’s a reason. The Sandhill Crane Wildlife Refuge is undertaking a prescribed burn on 161 acres south of I-10 and east of…
Legislation impacting the Gulf Coast
The Mississippi Legislature addressed an array of issues during this year’s legislative session, including matters directly impacting the Mississippi Coast. On that list are projects approved through the Gulf Coast Restoration…
4/6 - Sam's "Chilly" Monday Night Forecast
Clouds will gradually clear out this evening, setting up a cool and comfortable overnight with lows dipping to around 50. Sunshine takes over Tuesday with a beautiful afternoon high near…
Memorial Hospital discusses NICU safety plan
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Leaders in healthcare and child protection came together to strengthen safety for newborns. Memorial Hospital of Gulfport hosted a discussion centered on improving safety within its neonatal intensive…
Mississippi Sound Coalition announces new science-based recommendations
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Harrison County Board of Supervisors heard from the Mississippi Sound Coalition as they announced their peer-reviewed studies designed to guide better management of the Bonnet Carre…
One injured in shooting in Gautier
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)-Gautier police are currently investigating a shooting. Authorities say at least one person was injured and taken to a local hospital by a private vehicle. The victim’s condition is unknown at this time. The shooting happened on Kingfisher…
Woman arrested on sexual battery of a child charge in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- A woman is behind bars in Ocean Springs on child sex crime charges. Twenty-year-old Alexis George was arrested and charged with sexual battery of a child. This arrest stems from an ongoing investigation where a 15-year-old…
Mississippi Sound Coalition to unveil study findings at supervisors meeting
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Sound police proposals and studies will be presented to the Harrison County Board of Supervisors Monday morning. Scientists with the Northern…
MGCCC and USM partner to expand degree pathways
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College and the University of Southern Mississippi are teaming up to offer more degree pathways at the Gulf Park Campus in Long Beach. The…
Ingalls launches future USS George M. Neal
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Ingalls Shipbuilding successfully launched the future guided missile destroyer George M. Neal on Wednesday. It’s the fourth flight three Arleigh burke class destroyer to be built…
Dredging operations set to begin in Pascagoula
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- A head’s up for boaters in Pascagoula, dredging operations near the Pascagoula Harbor are set to begin soon. The Army Corps of Engineers say that work…
Chevron Pascagoula Refinery announces new director
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- In Pascagoula, there will be a change in leadership soon at Chevron’s Pascagoula Refinery. Marissa Badenhorst will take over as refinery director of both the Pascagoula and…
Moss Point Parks and Rec Department wins six awards
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Moss Point Mayor Billy is back with another edition of River City Chat on his Facebook page. In this video, he was joined…
Pentecostals of the Gulf Coast hosts "The Promise" as part of Easter weekend
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- One Coast church is looking to spread the story of the Easter holiday through a major production. Pentecostals…
Win for Coast oyster fishermen
A press conference was held Friday by Mississippi Commercial Fisheries United at the Pass Christian Harbor. The group announced a legal victory after a Harrison County judge ruled in their favor.…
Pet of the Week: Valley is looking for a forever home
Every other Wednesday morning we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us is Katie King to tell…
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…
Jackson County Court upholds 2022 burglary conviction
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The State Appeals Court made a ruling in a 2022 home invasion case in Jackson County. Tommy Vu kicked in the door of his ex-girlfriend’s…
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…
iMPAC Live Fest returns to MGCCC Harrison County campus
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- MGCCC’s Harrison County campus is hosting their iMPAC Live Fest on April 14. This is a free event offering live bands, an art…
Mississippi Lottery offering new games this month
It’s the beginning of the month, meaning the Mississippi Lottery has a few new games out. Savannah Tirey joins us via zoom to break those down.
Job seekers turn out for the 2026 Gulf Coast Military and Civilian Job Fair
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- South Mississippians looking for a job gathered at the Biloxi Civic Center Tuesday for the 2026 Gulf Coast Military…
Mississippi Dept. of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks reminds residents to look out for snakes
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks posted a reminder Monday. Springtime in Mississippi means the birds are chirping, flowers are…
‘Operation Safe Streets’ kicks off in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- River City leaders say Spring Break Moss Point was a great kickoff for the new ‘Operation Safe Streets’ program. The downtown riverfront came alive…
Fire hydrant testing continues in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Long Beach Fire Department reminds residents their fire hydrant tests continue this week. This is state mandated and is an important part of keeping…
Ocean Springs facade grant applications to open soon for local businesses
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) -- Businesses in Ocean Springs will soon have access to facade grants designed to enhance and revitalize downtown commercial properties while…
Seabee stationed at NCBC named USO Sailor of the Year
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A U.S Navy Seabee Diver who is currently stationed at the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport was just named 2026 USO Sailor…
Mississippi native accounted for from World War II
WASHINGTON—The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced today that U.S. Army Tech5 Edwin E. Ross, 24, of Philadelphia, Mississippi, who was captured and died as a prisoner of war during World War II, was accounted for July 18, 2025. Ross's family…
UPDATE: Biloxi police release new details in assault case involving puppy death
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi police are releasing new details in that aggravated assault case in which two men were arrested for assaulting a man who crushed a two-week old puppy to death. It all began just before 11:30 Friday night…
GivHer Circle hosting annual wine tasting event
The Gulf Coast Community Foundation’s GivHer Circle is hosting their third annual wine tasting event on April 22. Ahead of the event, Tiffany Bell and Starr Chapman are in…
Secretary of State Michael Watson launches run for lieutenant governor
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)-Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson is throwing his hat into the ring for another statewide office in the 2027 state elections. The Jackson…
Prescribed burn happening in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- If you see smoke in parts of Jackson County near the City of Gautier, there’s a reason. The Sandhill Crane Wildlife Refuge is undertaking a prescribed burn on 161 acres south of I-10 and east of…