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3/19 - Sam's Thursday Night Forecast
Clear and comfortable conditions settle in tonight with lows dipping into the lower 50s and upper 40s as winds calm. Sunshine dominates the forecast through the weekend, with afternoon highs…
Gulfport High students get safety lesson at Prom Promise event
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport High School students received a powerful lesson in safety Thursday, just head of prom season. The school hosted its annual ‘Prom Promise’…
NEW DETAILS: Suspect in Harrison County deputy-involved shooting dies
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The suspect in a deputy-involved shooting Thursday afternoon in a Harrison County neighborhood has died. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer tells WXXV that 42-year-old Fallas Williams died at an area hospital. The shooting happened after deputies…
Allergist shares tips to reduce symptoms during spring allergy season
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- If your allergies are acting up, that’s because allergy season is at its peak right now. WXXV News 25’s Brynne Baxley spoke with…
Community gathers at Nativity BVM in Biloxi for St. Joseph Altar celebration
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Cathedral in Biloxi welcomed the community for the tenth annual St. Joseph Altar Celebration.…
Third death confirmed after deadly February crash on I-10 in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — A third person has died following a deadly crash near Exit 50 in Jackson County earlier this year. According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, 29-year-old Raymond Boertmann passed away at a hospital in Mobile on…
Three people facing charges after contraband found in Pearl River County Correctional Facility
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, (WXXV)- Pearl River County authorities say three people are facing charges after contraband was brought into the county jail, in an investigation that began a month ago. Pearl River County Sheriff’s investigators say the incident happened February…
March’s Huntington Learning Center Teacher of the Month: St. Martin Middle School’s Ashley Eubanks
ST. MARTIN, Miss. (WXXV)- Each month, WXXV and Huntington Learning Center team up to honor one outstanding educator in South Mississippi. March’s…
3/18 - Sam's Wednesday Night Forecast
Mostly clear and cool tonight, followed by a prolonged stretch of sunny, dry, and quiet weather through midweek. Highs climb from the low 70s Thursday into the mid to upper…
House passes coastal resiliency bill sponsored by Congressman Ezell
A bill introduced in the U.S. House by Congressman Mike Ezell focusing on coastal resiliency now heads to the Senate after being passed by the House Monday.…
Person killed after being struck by Amtrak train in Biloxi identified
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The person struck and killed by an Amtrak train Wednesday morning in Biloxi has been identified. The Harrison County Deputy Coroner has identified the victim as forty-three year-old Grassney Tucker of Gulfport. According to Biloxi Police Department,…
Local Gold Star family’s home paid off by Tunnel to Towers
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A Gulfport Gold Star Family is receiving a life-changing gift. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation has paid off the mortgage on their…
Over $40K in tools stolen from Ocean Springs family-owned business
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) -- Cambium Tree Care and Preservation on Bienville Boulevard is hoping to get justice after over $40,000 worth of tools were stolen…
Ocean Springs police seek public’s help identifying suspect in connection with aggravated assault
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect connected to an aggravated assault that occurred late last month. According to investigators, the incident took place at a restaurant on…
Two people arrested on multiple drug charges in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-A Biloxi man and woman are now behind bars on a list of drug trafficking and possession charges. Julian Diaz and Courtney Dudley were arrested Monday night after Biloxi police conducted a search warrant at a home on…
Lil Wayne set to perform at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum
BILOXI, Miss. — Rap icon Lil Wayne is set to hit the stage on the Mississippi Gulf Coast later this year. Lil Wayne will perform at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum on Friday, August 14, bringing 20 years of Carter classics…
Woman dies after medical issue at Harrison County Jail
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. — A woman being held at the Harrison County Jail died this past Friday. According to Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer, the woman has been identified as Sierra Case. Officials with the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office said…
2nd annual Third Coast Music Awards celebrate local musicians
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- Musicians from all over the Mississippi Coast came out to Ground Zero Blues Club in Biloxi on Monday night for the 2nd annual…
Flint Creek Water Park in Wiggins upgrading amenities
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- Flint Creek Water Park and Campground in Wiggins is upgrading amenities to improve the visitor experience. The park features a 700-acre lake, water park, and…
Protecting plants during a cold snap
With a freeze warning now in effect for South Mississippi as we head into the overnight hours, South Mississippi gardeners and growers are preparing their plants for a chilly night.…
CASA of South Mississippi invites community to Touch-A- Truck event
CASA of South Mississippi is hosting a Touch-A-Truck event next weekend. Jason Chiniche and Cynthia Chauvin join us with more. Touch-A-Truck takes place Saturday, March 28…
Celebration of Hope coming to the Coast
Will Graham, the grandson of Evangelist Billy Graham, is hosting a celebration this weekend. He joins us in studio with details. Celebration of Hope with Will Graham takes place…
Hometown History: Ship Island
SHIP ISLAND, Miss. (WXXV)- Around ten miles south of Gulfport, Ship Island stands as a gateway to history. Sitting on the island is the historic Fort Massachusetts, and for 100 years, Ship…
Drug arrests made in Pearl River County
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department announce the arrests of two people, Jayce Phelps and Elizabeth Levron. On March 2, the narcotics division was…
Mississippi Highway Patrol worked two accidents
Mississippi Highway Patrol worked two accidents this morning. The first accident was eastbound on I-10 at mile marker 2 in Hancock County. This accident was called in around 6 a.m. and involved a single vehicle. A box truck carry produce…
William Carey University launches teacher assistant program
William Carey University is launching a program for teacher assistants this summer. This comes through a $300,000 grant from the Robert M. Hearin Foundation. Teacher assistants will be able…
3/19 - Sam's Thursday Night Forecast
Clear and comfortable conditions settle in tonight with lows dipping into the lower 50s and upper 40s as winds calm. Sunshine dominates the forecast through the weekend, with afternoon highs…
Pascagoula Panthers recognized for state championship victory
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula honored the Pascagoula High School boys basketball team for their Class 6A state championship. A proclamation and individual certificates of achievement were…
Living Well Together Chronic Illness Support Group
One organization is hosting a chronic illness support group. Those meetings take place every Thursday. Jasmine Richards and Ashira Windsor with Catalyst Counseling and Therapy joins us with more.…
Gulfport High students get safety lesson at Prom Promise event
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport High School students received a powerful lesson in safety Thursday, just head of prom season. The school hosted its annual ‘Prom Promise’…
Fourth annual Black Family Wellness Expo this weekend
The fourth annual Black Family Wellness Expo is getting underway this weekend on National Impact Day of Service. Yolanda Boone joins us with more. The expo takes place…
18th annual Unity Festival returns to Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The 14th annual Unity Festival is happening in Gulfport this weekend. Cassandra Walton joins us ahead of all the fun. The fun is set for Saturday…
Disability Rights Mississippi invites community to free Medicaid Clinic
Disability Rights Mississippi is hosting a free Medicaid clinic next week. Amelia Tomsic joins us with details. The clinic takes place on March 24 at the Knight…
NEW DETAILS: Suspect in Harrison County deputy-involved shooting dies
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The suspect in a deputy-involved shooting Thursday afternoon in a Harrison County neighborhood has died. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer tells WXXV that 42-year-old Fallas Williams died at an area hospital. The shooting happened after deputies…
Allergist shares tips to reduce symptoms during spring allergy season
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- If your allergies are acting up, that’s because allergy season is at its peak right now. WXXV News 25’s Brynne Baxley spoke with…
Community gathers at Nativity BVM in Biloxi for St. Joseph Altar celebration
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Cathedral in Biloxi welcomed the community for the tenth annual St. Joseph Altar Celebration.…
Third death confirmed after deadly February crash on I-10 in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — A third person has died following a deadly crash near Exit 50 in Jackson County earlier this year. According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, 29-year-old Raymond Boertmann passed away at a hospital in Mobile on…
Three people facing charges after contraband found in Pearl River County Correctional Facility
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, (WXXV)- Pearl River County authorities say three people are facing charges after contraband was brought into the county jail, in an investigation that began a month ago. Pearl River County Sheriff’s investigators say the incident happened February…