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City of Biloxi preparing for Scrapin the Coast
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Thousands of custom vehicles and automotive enthusiasts are expected to take over the Coast Coliseum this weekend for one of the biggest car show events.…
11 indicted in Medicaid fraud roundup in Mississippi
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch says 11 people have been indicted in a Medicaid fraud investigation involving more than $12.3 million in alleged fraud. The indictments are part of a nationwide U.S. Department of Justice healthcare fraud crackdown that charged…
Detroit gaming company to buy Scarlet Pearl; deal still pending approval
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- A Detroit-based company has agreed to purchase the Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort in D’Iberville. Ilitch Companies, the parent company behind Little Caesars and the Detroit Tigers baseball team, has announced an agreement to acquire the Scarlet Pearl…
Assistance still available for flood victims in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- If you were impacted by last week’s flooding in Harrison County, help is still available. The Red Cross is asking anyone who needs…
Black bear sightings across the Coast
If you live in D’Iberville or near our coastal waters, you may want to keep an eye out for unusual visitors. D’Iberville police say a black bear was spotted Monday in the area of West Gay Road and Pierce Road.…
Wiggins restaurant gives free meals to flood victims
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- One restaurant in Wiggins is stepping up to assist those recovering from the torrential rain and flooding that has slammed Stone County. The Frosty…
Mississippi Attorney General Office reaches settlement with Roblox
Attorney General Lynn Fitch says Mississippi has reached a major settlement with the online gaming platform Roblox, aimed at strengthening safety for children and teens. The agreement requires…
Wiggins church helps community after major flooding leaves Stone County residents in need
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV) -- Now that the rain has subsided and tropical storm Arthur is gone, residents in Stone County are working on…
Mississippi Treasury giving away $250 scholarships to celebrate America's 250th birthday
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- To celebrate America’s 250th birthday, the Mississippi Treasury is giving away 10 Mississippi Affordable College Savings (MACS) scholarships. Each scholarship is worth $250. State Treasurer David McRae…
Summer-like pattern returns this week
Tonight will be warm and muggy with partly cloudy skies and overnight lows falling into the upper 70s. On Tuesday, expect mostly sunny skies with afternoon highs climbing into the…
Gulf Coast mayors meet in Biloxi to discuss common interests, goals
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Mayors from cities all along the Coast came together recently at the Slavonian Lodge in Biloxi. Biloxi Mayor…
Gulfport Fire, Cajun Navy team up for rescue efforts during Biloxi River flooding
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- As floodwaters surged along the Biloxi River after Thursday’s relentless rain, a race against rising water took hold across…
Gautier Police asking for public’s assistance in locating missing teenager
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gautier Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing teenager. Fifteen-year-old Jacquire Rennea Perkins was last seen leaving her home on Martin Bluff Road on Saturday, June 20. Jacquire is 5’5”. She…
Fire crews extinguish fire at flood-damaged home in Pass Christian
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Monday morning, Harrison County and Pass Christian fire crews worked to put out a fire at a home that was damaged by last week’s flooding. The home is located on Bells Ferry Road. Fire officials say…
Biloxi Firefighters rescue residents, pets in Woolmarket flooding
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Fire Department is sharing details about their rescues last week. Friday morning, crews responded to flooding in the Woolmarket area. There they safely…
Officials issue debris pickup reminder as flood cleanup continues
As South Mississippians continue the cleanup process this week from last week’s floods, some counties are reminding people about debris pickup. In Harrison County, utility authority officials say limbs and other vegetation measuring 8 feet or less will be collected…
Married couple killed in house fire in Moss Point identified
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- A weekend house fire in Moss Point has claimed the lives of a married couple. Firefighters were called to a home in the 3600 block of Julia Circle just after 3:30 Sunday afternoon. When crews arrived,…
Cajun Navy conducted multiple water rescues in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Volunteer rescue crews with Cajun Navy 2016 are being recognized for multiple water rescues in Gulfport. The Cajun Navy worked alongside the Gulfport Fire Department…
MDOT: Portions of State Route 26 in George County remain closed due to flooding
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Mississippi Department of Transportation says portions of State Route 26 in George County remains closed due to ongoing flooding impacts. State Route 26 is closed in both directions between Fairley O’Neal Road/Vardaman Graves Road and Ely…
City of Moss Point swears in two new judges
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Two new judges have been sworn in for the City of Moss Point. The swearing in ceremony happened at Tuesday night’s city council meeting. Dustin Thomas was sworn in as the newest municipal judge, the city…
Local ministry providing flood relief in Stone County
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-In the aftermath of the devastating flooding in Stone County, some families are still picking up the pieces in the long road to recovery. A…
Officials urge residents to be aware of contractor scams in the wake of flooding
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A warning to Gulf Coast families working to rebuild after last week’s historic flooding: watch out for potential scammers.…
City of Pass Christian celebrating 48th annual Blessing of the Fleet
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pass Christian will be hosting their 48th Blessing of the Fleet this weekend. The day is set to…
City of Long Beach preparing for 4th of July Jubilee
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is sharing details about their 4th of July parade this weekend. A festival is happening from 9…
FEMA Awards $50M for southern mitigation projects; $2.5M allocated to Long Beach Harbor
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- FEMA is making $50 million available for mitigation projects in southern states. Mississippi is seeing funds for the state…
Residents in Ocean Springs encouraged to report storm damage
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Residents of Ocean Springs are being encouraged to report any home or property damage sustained during last week’s storms. The city’s fire department…
City of Biloxi preparing for Scrapin the Coast
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Thousands of custom vehicles and automotive enthusiasts are expected to take over the Coast Coliseum this weekend for one of the biggest car show events.…
Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo returns to South Mississippi
The Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is kicking off soon. On July 2nd, anglers will be showing off their skills. Richie Valdez joins us with more details.…
11 indicted in Medicaid fraud roundup in Mississippi
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch says 11 people have been indicted in a Medicaid fraud investigation involving more than $12.3 million in alleged fraud. The indictments are part of a nationwide U.S. Department of Justice healthcare fraud crackdown that charged…
Absentee voting now open for Gulfport Ward 2 runoff election
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Absentee voting for next Tuesday’s Ward 2 city council runoff in Gulfport is now underway. There are a few ways to cast an absentee ballot. In-person absentee voting will be open at City Hall from 8 a.m.…
Detroit gaming company to buy Scarlet Pearl; deal still pending approval
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- A Detroit-based company has agreed to purchase the Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort in D’Iberville. Ilitch Companies, the parent company behind Little Caesars and the Detroit Tigers baseball team, has announced an agreement to acquire the Scarlet Pearl…
Pet of the Week: Hip Hop is looking for a forever home
Every other Tuesday we feature a pet up for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Joining us as always, we’ve got Maridee Mallette…
Assistance still available for flood victims in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- If you were impacted by last week’s flooding in Harrison County, help is still available. The Red Cross is asking anyone who needs…
Jackson County continuing to provide sand bags to residents
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Office of Emergency Service is updating the public that sandbags will continue to be provided for residents. Those locations include:…
Black bear sightings across the Coast
If you live in D’Iberville or near our coastal waters, you may want to keep an eye out for unusual visitors. D’Iberville police say a black bear was spotted Monday in the area of West Gay Road and Pierce Road.…
Wiggins restaurant gives free meals to flood victims
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- One restaurant in Wiggins is stepping up to assist those recovering from the torrential rain and flooding that has slammed Stone County. The Frosty…
Mississippi Attorney General Office reaches settlement with Roblox
Attorney General Lynn Fitch says Mississippi has reached a major settlement with the online gaming platform Roblox, aimed at strengthening safety for children and teens. The agreement requires…
Wiggins church helps community after major flooding leaves Stone County residents in need
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV) -- Now that the rain has subsided and tropical storm Arthur is gone, residents in Stone County are working on…