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Wet Weekend Ahead for South Mississippi
Showers and thunderstorms are likely again tonight, and could continue into the early morning hours on Saturday. Low temperatures will be around 73 degrees, with rainfall amounts generally between a quarter and half…
Death investigation underway in D’Iberville after body found along I-110 North
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- A death investigation is happening in D’Iberville after a body was found along I-110 north Friday afternoon. According to D’Iberville police, the call came in around 3 p.m. Police say a person was found dead under the…
Sand bags locations opening in South Mississippi
Sandbag locations are opening across South Mississippi in anticipation of this weekend's weather. The City of Gulfport is offering self-serve sandbags to residents with distributions from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through the weekend, as needed, and as weather conditions…
Three arrested in fentanyl bust Thursday in Harrison County
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Three Gulfport men are behind bars after a fentanyl bust this week in Harrison County. Narcotics Investigators have labeled 39-year-old William Harris, 33-year-old P’Trance Fields, and 37-year-old Marcus Price as suspected mid-level fentanyl distributors. Deputies tried to…
Father and son arrested on criminal complaint in suspected connection with the death of one of two students at the University of Mississippi
OXFORD, Miss. – Last week, a criminal complaint was filed charging Yahya Mohamed Mosleh, 51, and Islam Yahya Mosleh, 18, a father and son, with possession with the intent to distribute controlled substances in connection with a death investigation of…
State Department of Health offers affordable mammogram options
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and health experts say early detection can save lives. The Mississippi State Department of Health is encouraging women to stay proactive with…
Discussing immigration and midterms ahead of President Trump’s rally in Mobile
President Trump is set to appear at a rally Friday night in Mobile ahead of the midterms. We’re breaking down some of the issues that…
Senator Hyde-Smith introduces bill on shrimp imports
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith is introducing new legislation aimed at protecting South Mississippi shrimpers from a surge in imports from Ecuador. If passed, the ‘Ecuador Shrimp Tariff Act’ would phase…
Showers and storms continue into the weekend
A much wetter pattern sets up for the weekend, with rain chances ramping up Friday and staying high through Sunday. We could see several rounds of showers and thunderstorms,…
Community celebrates opening of new Chick-fil-A on Pass Road in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The wait is finally over for Chick-Fil-A fans in Biloxi. A new location on Pass Road is now open and hundreds…
Two charged for shooting into a crowd in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Two people are behind bars after Gulfport police say they fired a gun near a group of bystanders. Police arrested 25-year-old Marc Samuel Humphrey II and 22-year-old Mackenzie Alexis Humphrey Thursday. The arrests stem from an incident…
Clocking in with Spencer: Becoming a Scare Actor at Terror on the Coast
It’s that time of year when things get a little spooky and Spencer isn’t afraid to get in on the fun. For this…
Tune into WXXV News 25 for Thursday Night Showcase
Due to Friday’s rain chance, most high school football teams have moved their week six games to tonight. That means our Friday Night Showcase becomes the Thursday Night Showcase. Join Ansley and EJ tonight at 10 on WXXV NBC for…
WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis speaks to Biloxi Chick-Fil-A Owner about new location
The City of Biloxi is opening a new Chick-Fil-A this morning. This location is on Pass Road, open from 6:30 each morning to…
Gulfport businesses prepare for busy Cruisin' the Coast week
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Cruisin' is kicking off in Downtown Gulfport on Sunday, and local businesses are getting ready for thousands of new faces expected to fill their…
Jackson County Sheriff's Office investigating Wednesday evening shooting in St. Martin
ST. MARTIN, Miss. (WXXV) - The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Wednesday evening shooting in St. Martin that left one man injured. The shooting happened around 5 p.m. Deputies responded to a reported shooting on North Tucker Road…
Mississippi oyster season opens Thursday
Oyster fishermen are set to head out into the Mississippi Sound and work the reefs. The 2026-27 oyster season begins Thursday. Mississippi’s oyster industry has experienced hard times in recent years.…
Vancleave High School gives back through community blood drive
VANCLEAVE, Miss. (WXXV)- Every drop counts and on Wednesday, Vancleave High School was working to make a difference. Students, staff, and community members took part in a…
State Department of Education releases chronic absentee report
The State Department of Education released the 2025-2026 chronic absenteeism report. That report showing the state’s rate slightly decreased to 26.5 percent, that represents a little over 115,000…
Two charged after deputies seize 22 pounds of cocaine on I-10 in Harrison County
Two people are facing federal drug trafficking charges after a traffic stop in Harrison County this week led to the seizure of 22 pounds of cocaine. The sheriff’s office says a deputy pulled over a Kia Sportage Tuesday afternoon on…
CTA shares Cruisin’ the Coast fixed bus schedule
As Cruisin’ the Coast rolls into the Gulf Coast, drivers aren’t the only ones making changes to their routes. The Coast Transit Authority is announcing several service changes during the event due to excessive traffic along Highway 90 and Pass…
City of Long Beach shares Cruisin’ parade information
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is sharing a notice when it comes to the Cruisin’ the Coast parade. Starting Monday, October 5, there will…
Two separate fatal crashes leave four dead in Pearl River and Harrison Counties
(WXXV) - The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating two fatal crashes that happened Friday in Pearl River and Harrison counties, leaving four people dead. According to MHP, the first crash occurred around 6 a.m. Friday on Highway 43 in Pearl…
Mississippi receives grant to boost youth suicide prevention and mental health support
The Mississippi Department of Mental Health has received a five-year federal grant to strengthen youth suicide prevention efforts across the state. The program will…
Long Beach firefighters complete hazmat training
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Long Beach Fire Department announces two of their own completed hazmat awareness and operations training. Firefighters Brent McLeroy and Van Court took part in a…
Hancock County moving forward with plans for new animal shelter
Hancock County is moving forward with plans to replace its aging animal shelter. Overcrowding, drainage problems, and poor ventilation are putting a strain on the facility.…
Ocean Springs Environmental Alliance hosting glass crushing event
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Environmental Alliance is inviting the public to bring unused glass to the Mary C. on October 8. There, you will see…
Bethesda Free Clinic hosting jazz benefit concert
On October 10, Bethesda Free Clinic will be hosting a jazz concert. This concert will help advance the clinic’s mission of providing free healthcare to those in need. A…
Zonta Festival in Pascagoula canceled
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Due to the expected weather this weekend, the Zonta Festival in Pascagoula is being canceled. Originally scheduled for Saturday, October 3, organizers say the safety of vendors, volunteers,…
New Shaggy’s Crab House opens in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A new Shaggy’s location has opened on Biloxi Beach. The Shaggy’s Crab House is located on Beach Boulevard and brings seafood with a waterfront view. The…
Coast Electric and CoastConnect Family Farm Day rescheduled
Coast Electric and CoastConnect are rescheduling their Family Farm Day event because of the rain in the forecast this weekend. The member and subscriber event, originally planned for…
GCVHCS awarded grants for suicide prevention
The VA is awarding more than $246,000 to organizations working to strengthen suicide prevention efforts in Mississippi. The grant will support community organizations serving veterans in Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida.…
Memorial Hospital launches Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Pink Out Event
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Memorial Hospital kicked off Breast Cancer Awareness Month Friday with a pink out event designed to educate the community and show support…
Death investigation underway in D’Iberville after body found along I-110 North
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- A death investigation is happening in D’Iberville after a body was found along I-110 north Friday afternoon. According to D’Iberville police, the call came in around 3 p.m. Police say a person was found dead under the…
Sand bags locations opening in South Mississippi
Sandbag locations are opening across South Mississippi in anticipation of this weekend's weather. The City of Gulfport is offering self-serve sandbags to residents with distributions from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through the weekend, as needed, and as weather conditions…
Three arrested in fentanyl bust Thursday in Harrison County
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Three Gulfport men are behind bars after a fentanyl bust this week in Harrison County. Narcotics Investigators have labeled 39-year-old William Harris, 33-year-old P’Trance Fields, and 37-year-old Marcus Price as suspected mid-level fentanyl distributors. Deputies tried to…
City of Waveland hosting Hot Rods and Hospitality for Cruisin’ the Coast
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Waveland will continue its Cruisin’ the Coast fun with Hot Rods and Hospitality on Coleman Avenue. Here to…
Skatin’ the Coast happening in Biloxi Saturday
Kick flips, tricks, and plenty of action are taking over the Coast as the Gulf Coast Skatepark Association hosts its ‘Skatin’ the Coast’ contest. Skateparks Association President Tyler Prowant…