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Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell addresses Nolan Wells case
While we’re waiting for the state medical examiner to release the autopsy report on the death of Nolan Wells, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department and the district…
Long Beach man sentenced in child exploitation case
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Robert Stephan Wilson, Jr., 50, of Long Beach, Mississippi, was sentenced to 40 years today for one count of child exploitation. This case originated with an undercover operation led by Attorney General Lynn Fitch’s office and was…
Traffic Advisory: Alternating lane and intermittent bridge CLOSURES on I-110 in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Drivers in South Mississippi should be aware of a traffic advisory for the I-110 Bridge in Harrison County. According to MDOT, alternating lane closures and intermittent bridge closures will take place in both directions of I-110 between…
Community comes together for 22nd Annual Martini Shakedown benefiting Make-A-Wish Mississippi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The 22nd annual Martini Shakedown brought the community together at the Beau Rivage for an evening dedicated to making wishes come true. Supporters of Make-A-Wish Mississippi gathered…
Cutting a path for the next generation at the 2026 Elite Barber and Beauty Summit
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Barbers, beauty professionals, and aspiring stylists came together on the Coast for the 2026 Elite Barber and Beauty Summit,…
Memorial Health System celebrates 80 years on the Gulf Coast
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Civic leaders and South Mississippi healthcare workers gathered for a celebration of one of our major health systems as it marks a major milestone.…
Attorney General Lynn Fitch warns against law enforcement threats in Nolan Wells case
Attorney General Lynn Fitch released a statement recently, saying her office will hold anyone accountable that threatens law enforcement working the case of Nolan Wells. In that statement,…
Demonstrators call for answers in Nolan Wells death investigation
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Three weeks after Nolan Wells’ death, supporters gathered in Gulfport at Jones Park under the Barksdale Pavilion on Sunday to walk for justice, as…
Congressional Roundtable set for Tuesday to discuss Mississippi Sound issues
Congressional leaders are coming to the Coast Tuesday to discuss water issues impacting South Mississippi. At Congressman Mike Ezell’s invitation, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee will hold a public roundtable Tuesday, July 28 at…
Governor Reeves announces $15 Million for Fifth Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund Grant Cycle
Governor Tate Reeves announced another round of funding to support conservation and outdoor recreation projects across Mississippi. Reeves says $15 million has…
Progress continues on Dubard School for Language Disorders at Gulf Park campus
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Construction is moving right along at the Gulf Park campus on the future Dubard School for Language Disorders. School leaders…
Keesler Air Force Base holds Change of Command Ceremony for 81st Mission Support Group
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The 81st Mission Support Group is welcoming a new commander. Colonel William Parker IV is taking over command from…
Stone County man arrested on molestation, sexual battery charges involving minor
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — A Stone County man has been arrested following an investigation into allegations involving the sexual abuse of a minor, according to the Stone County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff's officials said deputies received a report on July…
Progress report on MDOT road projects in South Mississippi
The Mississippi Department of Transportation has released an update on road projects across South Mississippi. In Pearl River County, crews have shifted traffic onto the new Highway…
Memorial Health System celebrates 80 years of service on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
Gulfport, Miss (WXXV) -Community leaders, healthcare workers and local officials gathered this week to celebrate a major milestone for one of South Mississippi's largest healthcare providers. This week marks 80…
Growth seen throughout the City of D’Iberville
D’Iberville has grown faster than any other city on the Mississippi Gulf Coast since 2010. City leaders say they are investing millions in roads and utilities to keep that…
Major improvements completed at Long Beach harbor
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is marking another milestone in its effort to reopen the city’s harbor. The city announced last week the completion of…
Reeves, England Defend investigators in Nolan Wells case
Mississippi (WXXV) - As the investigation into the death of Ocean Springs teenager Nolan Wells continues, two Mississippi leaders are publicly expressing confidence in the agencies handling the…
Hot and mostly dry pattern continues
South Mississippi is heading into a period of hot and mostly sunny weather, with temperatures climbing into the upper 90s this weekend and heat index values pushing well above…
Commissioner Sean Tindell discusses ongoing Nolan Wells investigation
(WXXV) The death of Ocean Springs teenager Nolan Wells on Horn Island during the Fourth of July holiday weekend has drawn national attention as investigators continue working to…
State Department of Education releases Kindergarten Readiness Assessment
The State Department of Education has released the kindergarten readiness assessment results for the 2025-2026 school year. For early learning collaboratives, 30.52 percent scored above the target in…
Miss Hospitality Pascagoula Melany Carrasco reflects on her journey at Mississippi Miss Hospitality Competition
Over 43 women competed across the state recently for the title of Mississippi Miss Hospitality. We are joined by Melany Carrasco of…
Weekend shed fire in Ocean Springs quickly contained, no injuries reported
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Fire Department is sharing details about a shed fire over the weekend. The crew says a fire of any size equals a…
Connected Living with C-Spire: Artificial Intelligence
On this edition of Connected Living with C-Spire, we’re talking about how to get started with artificial intelligence. Aubrey Spears speaks with the Vice President of Digital and AI transformation…
Reports: Lawsuits may be expected in Nolan Wells case
Parents of Nolan Wells’ friends and local officials were reportedly sent notices of intent, informing them to expect lawsuits in connection with the investigation surrounding Nolan’s death.…
Blood drive at Edgewater Mall to honor Liz Thornburg one year after tragic death
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A blood drive is taking place Saturday honoring the life of Liz Thornburg. Thornburg was killed on August 1…
South Mississippi Heart Stompers marching dance crew launching new Coast chapter
We are joined in studio by the South Mississippi Heart Stompers, who are bringing their high-energy marching line dance movement to the Coast. They are…
Mississippi Forestry Commission crew returns from Utah wildfire mission
The Mississippi Forestry Commission is welcoming two of their own home this week. Kevin Craft and Bill Lundsford are both from the Gulf Coast region. They completed…
Mississippi Power shares energy-saving tips to beat the summer heat
As the summer heat persists, Mississippi Power is encouraging customers to take simple steps to keep their homes cool, improve energy efficiency, and help manage higher…
Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell addresses Nolan Wells case
While we’re waiting for the state medical examiner to release the autopsy report on the death of Nolan Wells, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department and the district…
Blue Origin to test rocket at NASA Stennis
Blue Origin is making its return to Stennis Space Center as the company plans to test its new Glenn Rocket at the B2 test stand. In a statement…
Harrison County Board of Supervisors reconvened Friday for follow up emergency meeting
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Harrison County Board of Supervisors reconvened Friday for a follow up emergency meeting at the Harrison County Courthouse. Supervisors received…
Long Beach man sentenced in child exploitation case
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Robert Stephan Wilson, Jr., 50, of Long Beach, Mississippi, was sentenced to 40 years today for one count of child exploitation. This case originated with an undercover operation led by Attorney General Lynn Fitch’s office and was…
Traffic Advisory: Alternating lane and intermittent bridge CLOSURES on I-110 in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Drivers in South Mississippi should be aware of a traffic advisory for the I-110 Bridge in Harrison County. According to MDOT, alternating lane closures and intermittent bridge closures will take place in both directions of I-110 between…
Community comes together for 22nd Annual Martini Shakedown benefiting Make-A-Wish Mississippi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The 22nd annual Martini Shakedown brought the community together at the Beau Rivage for an evening dedicated to making wishes come true. Supporters of Make-A-Wish Mississippi gathered…
Cutting a path for the next generation at the 2026 Elite Barber and Beauty Summit
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Barbers, beauty professionals, and aspiring stylists came together on the Coast for the 2026 Elite Barber and Beauty Summit,…
Memorial Health System celebrates 80 years on the Gulf Coast
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Civic leaders and South Mississippi healthcare workers gathered for a celebration of one of our major health systems as it marks a major milestone.…
Attorney General Lynn Fitch warns against law enforcement threats in Nolan Wells case
Attorney General Lynn Fitch released a statement recently, saying her office will hold anyone accountable that threatens law enforcement working the case of Nolan Wells. In that statement,…