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Democrat Scott Colom elected as next senator of Mississippi
Democrat Scott Colom defeated Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith in their Senate race. The victory makes Colom the first Democrat Mississippi voters have elected to the Senate chamber…
Governor Reeves responds to Senate election outcome
Governor Tate Reeves released a statement following the confirmation of Scott Colom’s victory. Governor Reeves taking to social media, giving his congratulations. In the statement, Governor Reeves says he…
Veterans honored in Ocean Springs candle lighting ceremony
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) -- In honor of Veterans Day, 300 of candles are now lighting the path at the Mississippi Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Ocean Springs --…
Mississippi Republican Party congratulates Scott Colom on U.S. Senate victory
JACKSON, Miss. – Mississippi Republican Party Chairman Mike Hurst is congratulating Scott Colom on his election to the United States Senate and acknowledging the outcome of Mississippi's Senate race. In a statement released Tuesday, Hurst said Republicans respect the decision…
Operation Homefront, Meritage Homes honor local veteran with keys to brand new home
A South Mississippi military family is receiving a new place to call home without a mortgage. On Veterans Day, Meritage Homes and Operation…
Democrat Scott Colom wins election to U.S. Senate from Mississippi
Democrat Scott Colom won election Wednesday to the U.S. Senate representing Mississippi, defeating Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith. Colom will be Mississippi’s first Black senator since the post-Civil War Reconstruction era. Colom’s victory also offers Democrats an unexpected boost in their…
Woman killed in crash on Highway 57 in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash in Jackson County. Troopers say a Dodge Grand Caravan and an 18-wheeler were both…
Extra Table Feeds kicks off holiday campaign
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Extra Table Feeds is kicking off its annual holiday campaign with a goal of helping thousands of families put food on the table this Thanksgiving. The…
Senator Cindy Hyde Smith speaks on election
Senator Cindy Hyde Smith was on Capitol Hill Tuesday, briefly sharing her thoughts on the Senate race. Watch the video above to hear what she had to say.
Scott Colom discusses provisional ballots
Tuesday, Scott Colom answered questions while visiting a fire house in Hinds County. Watch the video about to see what he had to say about the counting of provisional ballots.
Discussing the Mississippi Senate Race
Howie Morgan with Election Impact Group spoke with us about the Senate race, what’s left in the certification process, and how long until we’ll see the results.
Voters raise concerns as Harrison County reviews affidavit ballots
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- The Harrison County Election Commission has been making its way through the more than 1,400 provisional ballots cast in last week's midterm elections.…
Gulfport High School honored veterans with annual Veterans Day Breakfast
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport High School honored local veterans with its annual Veterans Day Breakfast and Celebration. Breakfast was prepared and served by students in the…
WXXV News 25’s Megan Fayard shares update from Harrison County Election Commission
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The deadline has passed for receiving mail-in absentee ballots and for voters to resolve provisional ballots following last week’s midterm…
Jackson County School District Superintendent David Baggett announces retirement
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County School District Superintendent David Baggett announced his intention to retire after 32 years of service in public education. Baggett shared his decision with the school board Monday night. "It has been one of the…
Golfers support Folds of Honor organization at 8th annual Patriot Golf Day
SAUCIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Ahead of Veterans Day, the Grand Bear Golf Club hosted its annual charity golf tournament, bringing golfers together to support a…
Driver airlifted after Jackson County Crash involving dump truck
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — A driver was airlifted Tuesday morning after a crash involving a car and a dump truck on Highway 63 in Jackson County. Jackson County officials said crews responded to the scene around 9:53 a.m. Upon…
Veterans Day 2026: Gulf Coast events, deals and discounts for Veterans
Wednesday, November 11 is Veterans Day. Organizations around the Gulf Coast are commemorating the day by honoring veterans. Here is a list of events or deals being offered for Veterans Day: WOW Women of Wisdom will host a special Veterans…
State Auditor Shad White announces run for governor
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- State Auditor Shad White is running for governor. White made the official announcement on Monday. One of his first campaign stops brought him to the…
Singing River expands patient transportation services to Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Singing River Health System is expanding its free patient transportation services to Harrison County. This program provides door to door transportation to medical and hospital appointments for eligible residents. The service is available Mondays, Wednesdays, and…
Missing Lucedale teen located safely
The Lucedale Police were able to finding missing teen Alyssa Bounds. She was reported missing on November 5. Bounds was located on Tuesday. The Lucedale Police Department says they want to thank everyone who shared the post, provided information and…
Senator Roger Wicker shares statement on Colom’s victory
Senator Roger Wicker released a statement congratulating Senator-Elect Scott Colom on his victory. Senator Wicker saying Mississippi voters have spoken and they honored Colom with the privilege to…
Representative Mike Ezell releases statement on Colom’s victory
Representative Mike Ezell took to social media Thursday, congratulating Senator-Elect Scott Colom. In his statement, Representative Ezell says he looks forward to working together to advance the interest…
WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis previews Ron Meyers Christmas City
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Coast Coliseum is transforming into Christmas City this morning. Starting at 10, Coast residents can head out to shop, with the last…
Residents invited to oyster crawl across South Mississippi
Calling all oyster lovers! Get ready to taste your way across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, all for a good cause. The inaugural Oyster Night Coastal Mississippi kicks off Friday at noon,…
Mississippians react to Democrat Senator-Elect Scott Colom's win
In a historic win against incumbent Mississippi Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, Scott Colom will soon become Mississippi’s first Democratic senator in over 40 years. For an entire week, all…
Cindy Hyde-Smith concedes the U.S. Senate race to Scott Colom
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith posted to social media saying she respected the vote and congratulated Scott Colom on the victory.
Keesler Federal Credit Union honors first responders
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- First responders across the Mississippi Gulf Coast are being recognized for their courage, dedication, and service to their communities. Keesler Federal Credit Union hosted its annual…
Clocking In with Spencer: Living like a retiree at Summerfield Senior Living in Gulfport
Retirement is all about kicking back and enjoying the good life, right? WXXV News 25’s Spencer Reid Pullen found out there is…
Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson shares statement on Colom’s election
Agricultural Commissioner Andy Gipson released a statement Wednesday, thanking Senator Cindy-Hyde Smith for her service and congratulating Scott Colom on his election. Gipson says Senator Hyde-Smith has…
Former President Bill Clinton releases statement on Colom’s win
Former President Bill Clinton released a statement on ‘X’ following the victory of Scott Colom. In the post, Clinton says ‘blue Mississippi’ has a nice ring to…
Democrat Scott Colom elected as next senator of Mississippi
Democrat Scott Colom defeated Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith in their Senate race. The victory makes Colom the first Democrat Mississippi voters have elected to the Senate chamber…
Governor Reeves responds to Senate election outcome
Governor Tate Reeves released a statement following the confirmation of Scott Colom’s victory. Governor Reeves taking to social media, giving his congratulations. In the statement, Governor Reeves says he…
Veterans honored in Ocean Springs candle lighting ceremony
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) -- In honor of Veterans Day, 300 of candles are now lighting the path at the Mississippi Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Ocean Springs --…
Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign needs bell ringers
It’s not Christmas until you see the Red Kettle and hear the familiar ring of the bell. The Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle Campaign is underway across the Mississippi Gulf…
Biloxi Fire Department receives vehicle for water rescues
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Fire Department is now better equipped to respond during severe flooding. The department received a light medium tactical vehicle from the Mississippi Forestry…
Operation Homefront, Meritage Homes honor local veteran with keys to brand new home
A South Mississippi military family is receiving a new place to call home without a mortgage. On Veterans Day, Meritage Homes and Operation…
North Woolmarket Elementary and Middle School honors veterans
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- North Woolmarket Elementary and Middle School brought students and local veterans together for a special Veterans Day celebration. 144 veterans were honored during the…