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Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic nears finish as anglers compete for big prize
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The 29th annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic is entering its final stretch with one last chance for anglers to make…
Minimal rain chance to start the week, leading to warmer afternoons
Our typical summer-time weather pattern is settling in along the Gulf Coast this week, bringing plenty of heat, humidity, and sunshine. Tonight will remain mostly cloudy with lows falling into…
Voters heads to the polls in Gulfport to vote in Ward 2 Special Election
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Ward 2 residents in Gulfport will head to the polls Tuesday for a special election to choose their next…
19-year-old subject still wanted in connection with officer-involved shooting in Mount Olive, MS, 1 man cleared as subject
UPDATE (9:15 p.m. on June 8th) - Another individual is wanted in connection with an officer-involved shooting in Mount Olive, Mississippi on Monday afternoon. The Mississippi Department of Public Safety says 18-year-old Cortavious Hobbs is wanted along with 19-year-old Cortavion…
Traffic Alert: Washout forces emergency road closure on Kiln-Delisle Road
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County roads crews are working to repair a major portion of Kiln Delisle Road that washed out as a result of recent rainy conditions. Kiln-Delisle Road from I-10 to Vidalia Road is closed until further…
House destroyed in Monday morning fire in Harrison County, no injuries
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Harrison County woman escaped a Monday morning house fire, thanks to her smoke detectors going off. Harrison County Fire Rescue crews quickly responded to the scene on Robinson Road. The house is a total loss…
Historic Biloxi Saenger Theatre reopens, marking long-awaited comeback for Gulf Coast landmark
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Saenger Theatre finally made its encore over the weekend. After years of anticipation and countless restoration efforts, the historic…
Emergency crews respond to train derailment in Harrison County Sunday
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Fire Rescue along with other local agencies responded to a trail derailment Sunday morning. The freight train was carrying…
Judge halts Trump administration efforts to impose conditions on SNAP
By MICHAEL CASEY BOSTON (AP) — A federal judge on Friday sided with 20 Democratic states and halted an effort by the Trump administration to force states to comply with a range of conditions to get billions of dollars from the Supplemental…
Comprehensive Rehabilitation Center at Pascagoula Hospital ranks top ten nationally
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Comprehensive Rehabilitation Center at Pascagoula Hospital has been recognized among the top ten percent of inpatient rehabilitation centers in the nation. Based…
University of Southern Miss to add new science research facility
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- The University of Southern Mississippi plans to add a new state of the art science research facility on the Hattiesburg campus. The Mississippi…
Parts of Three Rivers Road in Gulfport scheduled for closure
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport is alerting residents about a road closure set to start next week. Three Rivers Road between Dedeaux Road and…
Progress continues on Long Beach gateway project
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- A new month means a new update from Long Beach city leaders on the progress of the gateway project along Highway 90. In the month…
New Stop N’ Geaux location opens in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- A local gas station brand opened its newest location Wednesday. TCB Stop N’ Geaux is now open at its brand-new building on Beatline…
Extra Table FEEDS launches “Good on the Go Tour: The Extra Table FEEDS Awards”
Extra Table is marking 16 years of fighting hunger in Mississippi with a new statewide recognition program. The nonprofit has launched its…
MDOT announces ‘Star Spangled Sign’ contest for America’s 250th birthday
MDOT is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a patriotic contest that could put your message on highway signs across the state. The department is now accepting…
Hancock County Library System, American Heart Association team up to offer heart health resources
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Hancock County is taking a step to improve community health. Through a partnership between the county library system…
Mostly quiet tonight, but showers and storms move back in on Saturday
Rain chances will continue to increase overnight as an area of low pressure moves north across the Gulf Coast. A few showers and thunderstorms are possible this evening, but more…
Coastal Mississippi prepares for summer tourism surge
With summer now in full swing across South Mississippi, beaches, attractions, and restaurants are preparing for an influx of visitors. Coastal Mississippi Director of Communications and Engagement Pattye Meagher…
Red, White, and Blueberry Festival in Ocean Springs postponed due to forecast
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The Ocean Springs Chamber Main Street Tourism Bureau has announced a schedule change for one of their annual festivals. The Red, White, and Blueberry Festival scheduled for June 6 has been moved to Saturday, July 11. It…
Biloxi woman convicted in 2025 slashing incident
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)--A Biloxi woman has been convicted of aggravated assault after prosecutors say she slashed a man's throat with a…
Crash on I-10 heading west causing delays in Jackson County, one person confirmed dead
Jackson County, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Highway Patrol has confirmed with WXXV that a person is dead following a wreck on I-10 heading west. The incident happening at Exit 61 near Gautier - Vancleave Road. At this time, troopers are not…
George County Sheriff's Department searching for runaway teen
George County, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff's Office is asking for help locating a runaway teen. Jayden Conyers was last seen on June 5th near Lee Anderson Road. The clothes he was wearing at the time are unknown. He…
Suspects in officer-involved shooting captured
UPDATE (1:20 a.m. on June 9th): Two suspects wanted for an officer-involved shooting have been arrested Tuesday morning. The Mississippi Department of Public Safety says 18-year-old Cortavious Hobbs was wanted along with 19-year-old Cortavion Hobbs. Both were wanted in connection…
Community input meeting for skate park design in St. Martin
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Skateparks Association is hosting a design input meeting for a skate park in St. Martin. That meeting happens at the Cedar…
Gulf Coast Skateparks Association hosting Biloxi Skate Fest
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Skateparks Association is hosting their Biloxi Skate Fest on Saturday. From noon to 8 p.m., skaters can come out to show off…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic nears finish as anglers compete for big prize
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The 29th annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic is entering its final stretch with one last chance for anglers to make…
Voters heads to the polls in Gulfport to vote in Ward 2 Special Election
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Ward 2 residents in Gulfport will head to the polls Tuesday for a special election to choose their next…
19-year-old subject still wanted in connection with officer-involved shooting in Mount Olive, MS, 1 man cleared as subject
UPDATE (9:15 p.m. on June 8th) - Another individual is wanted in connection with an officer-involved shooting in Mount Olive, Mississippi on Monday afternoon. The Mississippi Department of Public Safety says 18-year-old Cortavious Hobbs is wanted along with 19-year-old Cortavion…
Grand opening of Downtowner in Gulfport set for Tuesday
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Downtown Gulfport’s newest eatery officially opens for business Tuesday! The Downtowner is the latest venture from Robert St. John and his new South Restaurant…
Traffic Alert: Washout forces emergency road closure on Kiln-Delisle Road
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County roads crews are working to repair a major portion of Kiln Delisle Road that washed out as a result of recent rainy conditions. Kiln-Delisle Road from I-10 to Vidalia Road is closed until further…
Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department shares numbers from Click it or Ticket campaign
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department is sharing their numbers from the 2026 Click it or Ticket campaign.…
House destroyed in Monday morning fire in Harrison County, no injuries
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Harrison County woman escaped a Monday morning house fire, thanks to her smoke detectors going off. Harrison County Fire Rescue crews quickly responded to the scene on Robinson Road. The house is a total loss…
‘Dad Tribes’ app helps local dads connect with each other
An app is coming to the Gulf Coast that will allow dads to meet others with similar interests. ‘Dad Tribes’ is the name of…
Community celebrates Pride Day 2026 in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- There was no shortage of energy on the Gulfport waterfront over the weekend as a large crowd gathered for the 2026 Pride Day Festival at Jones…
Historic Biloxi Saenger Theatre reopens, marking long-awaited comeback for Gulf Coast landmark
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Saenger Theatre finally made its encore over the weekend. After years of anticipation and countless restoration efforts, the historic…
Emergency crews respond to train derailment in Harrison County Sunday
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Fire Rescue along with other local agencies responded to a trail derailment Sunday morning. The freight train was carrying…
Wiggins Fire Chief selected as VP for southern district of state firefighters association
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- Wiggins Fire Chief Steven Purvis has been nominated and selected for a big role! Chief Purvis has been selected as…