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Fishbone Alley Thrives In Downtown

Gulfport's Fishbone Alley has only been open for six months, but it's already getting national recognition. The New York post has dubbed it one the most unusual and enjoyable American streets. The funky, artsy pedestrian walkway has become home to…

Fair Housing Workshop

The city of Pascagoula wants to make sure residents know their rights when looking for a place to live. The fifth annual fair housing workshop provided information to residents on how to spot discrimination whether it is race, gender, or…

Mayoral Candidate Forum

Pascagoula residents, if you're not familiar the you city's Mayoral Candidates, then there’s a chance tonight for you to meet them. Current Mayor Jim Blevins announced a little over a month ago that after four years, he would not be…

Nissan Denies Breaking Labor Laws

Nissan motor company disputes federal claims of labor law violations at its Mississippi assembly plant. The national labor relations board added three new charges to a complaint against the Japanese automaker and a contract worker agency. Filed March 31, the…

Youth Courts Looking Toward Future

The Harrison County Youth courts are eyeing a big development in the future. Members of the youth court came before county supervisors this morning with two proposals The first, current state budget cuts caused the Harrison County youth courts to…

Trial Re-Set For Mom Accused Of Stabbing

The trial for the mother accused of stabbing her 3 year old son in Jones Park has been re-set for august. Nomatter Gava Hudson's trial was originally set for this morning but will now begin on August 21. During a…

Women Wanted For Questioning

The Biloxi Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying the females you see in these photos. They are wanted for questioning in reference to a shoplifting at Bath & Body Works in Edgewater Mall that happened back in…

Assault On A Law Enforcement Officer

Several men have been charged with assault on an officer following an incident that took place yesterday afternoon at the Edgewater Mall. Police originally responded to a disorderly conduct call. A crowd was growing following "Lil Boosie" and his crew…

Spring Break Traffic Managed In Gulfport

Although Highway 90 was heavily congested throughout the weekend, police were prepared. Police deployed a traffic plan which kept vehicles moving smoothly throughout the city for the most part. A vehicle fire did cause some issues but officers were able…

Charged With Felony Simple Assault

A man was arrested early Saturday morning after police say he assaulted an E.R. Doctor at merit health who was treating his wounds after he was involved in a fight at a local night club. Police say 22-year-old Deandre Rainey…

Shooting On Pass Road Leaves Two Injured

Two people were injured in a shooting Saturday night that occurred on pass road and police are still on the lookout for the suspect. According to Biloxi police, witnesses said two vehicles were stopped next to each other in front…

False Shooting Rumors At Edgewater Mall

Over the weekend rumors of a shooting at Edgewater Mall spread quickly on social media. The mall's manager, Terry Powell, tells News 25 that the building did close early on Saturday night after an altercation. It's since been confirmed that…

Humane Society Opens New Dog Track

Some four-legged friends at one local humane society will have a new place to stretch their legs. This morning, the humane society of south Mississippi cut the ribbon on their new walking track. The track will give dogs an opportunity…

Shuckers Hit The Road For First Game Tonight

Believe it or not, it is time for baseball. The big leaguers had their opening day on Sunday, but today our Shuckers as they hit the road to Alabama for their first game of the season. The Shuckers will face…

Seabees And Sailors Talk Stem Fields

And the navy's community outreach continues as Seabees and sailors spoke with Popp's Ferry Elementary students this morning about stem fields. Subjects included welding, weapons, and construction work. Students asked questions about the career fields and some already expressed interest…

Navy Band Southeast Performance

Residents at the seashore highlands were toe tapping and clapping along as the navy band southeast performed earlier this morning. Four members of the woodwind quartet played many pieces for the residents including the songs from each branch of the…

Beach restoration plans in Harrison County

Harrison County officials could spend close to $3.5 million to restore beaches. News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us from the shores of Gulfport with more on the improvement project.

Blood drives being held across the Coast

The Blood Center says five stat shipments of blood were sent out to area hospitals yesterday to help victims of the train accident. Now they’re trying to replenish that supply. Several blood drives are being held this weekend across the…

Aggravated Assault-Domestic Violence

A Gulfport man is facing multiple charges after Harrison County deputies say he arrived at his girlfriend’s home in Saucier, forced her into her car and strangled her According to Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson, 39 year old Marvin McMillan…

Community reaction after fatal bus crash

As authorities continue to clear the scene, community members who witnessed the tragedy tell News 25 it’s like nothing they’ve ever seen before. News 25’s Kendra Turley is at the scene with witnesses.

National Pancake Day Ihop

Ihop is serving up free flapjacks for a good cause today... The popular breakfast spot is celebrating its twelfth annual "National Pancake Day". The tradition continues as Ihop gives out free pancakes to raise funds for charities. Today, participating Ihop…

“Boots to Business Reboot”

Today in Gulfport, veterans were presented with a free training program on starting a small business. “Boots to Business Reboot” is a two-step program where veterans, service members, and their spouses can learn the basics of business ownership, evaluating business…

Defense bill could bring work to Ingalls

U.S. Senator Thad Cochran says an agreement on a final defense appropriations bill would increase funding for new ships for the U.S. Navy that will involve shipbuilding in Mississippi. Senator Cochran says he is confident congress will approve the agreement…

Locals talk Lent sacrifices

Today is Ash Wednesday and that means it is now the start of Lent and the end of the Mardi Gras season. Some Gulfport residents attended St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church today to receive their ashes for the first…

Two arrested for counterfeiting

Two Texas residents are behind bars in Pass Christian for using counterfeit money. Chiquita McCollum and Shantaysia Brown were arrested during a traffic stop after a complaint from a local business they paid with counterfeit bills. It turns out the…

Murder suspect returned to California

The California triple homicide suspect who was arrested in Biloxi will be extradited back to California. Police say it’s possible he was on the Coast for more than a month. Biloxi police arrested Jerod Michael Watson Friday by Howard Avenue…

Manhunt on for double murder suspect

Reward money leading to the arrest of Rankin County murder suspect Alex Bridges Deaton has been increased to $22,500. Deaton is considered armed and extremely dangerous. Friday, around 5 a.m., the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department received a call from a…

State of the System Address Gulf Coast Veterans

The director of the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System briefed a small crowd in Biloxi this morning during the State of the System Address. Director Anthony l. Dawson brought up five key topics in improving healthcare to veterans providing…

U.S. Army Recruiting Event West Harrison High School

The Adventure Trailer pulled in to West Harrison High today to show students what the United States Army has to offer. Recruiters from the Gulfport Army Career Center parked the trailer in the school parking lot for students to practice…

Gulf Coast Carnival Association Preps

Fat Tuesday is just one week away and the barricades are going up in Biloxi as final preps are being made for the culmination of Mardi Gras Festivities here on the coast. It's been a yearlong effort by the Gulf…

Rescue Mission Seeking Zoning Approval

The Biloxi City Council is set to meet today and there's one agenda item that could help a local non-profit rebuild and continue helping the less fortunate on the Coast. It's been several months since the Gulf Coast Rescue Mission…

School governing changes

Mississippi lawmakers could change the rules governing schools in significant ways in coming weeks. Among proposals being considered are limiting the number of statewide and district wide testing days, requiring 17-year-olds to stay in school, and requiring a district taken…

Man Receives 25 Year Sentence

A Harrison County man will spend 25 years behind bars for touching a child for lustful purposes. The jury deliberated for less than 30 minutes before they handed down 66 year old "Wade Blackwell Junior's" sentence. The investigation began when…

Blood Drive Today Until 2 pm

Happening right now, a blood drive at Pascagoula High School. The school has teamed up with the blood center and the goal is to collect 250 pints of blood throughout the day. The high school blood drive has grown to…

Gaming Commission Meeting Today in D’Iberville

Two groups are hoping to submit winning proposals with the state's gaming commission today, as they share their plans for casino developments here in South Mississippi. The RW Development Group is presenting their plans for a project called South Beach…

Temporary Salvation Army Store

The Salvation Army opened doors to their temporary family store on Highway 49 last weekends. The store in Gulfport offers clothing for adults and children, toys, home decor, and many other items. All proceeds made in the family store go…

Improvements are Launching at Stennis

Updates and improvements are ready for takeoff at the NASA Stennis Space Center in Hancock County. Today, the center director’s annual briefing explored what lies ahead for Stennis. Exploring what’s beyond Earth takes a lot of groundwork. The Stennis Space…

Passengers on Plane Hit by Deer

It was a rough day for passengers traveling from Charlotte to Gulfport this morning. After hours of delays, passengers have just landed at the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport. News 25’s Shelby Myer has been waiting for their arrival.

Emmett Till’s Family Seeking Charges

A book published two weeks ago claims to prove what the family of Emmett till has believed for more than 60 years the white woman who accused him of making sexual advances to her lied. That allegation led to the…

Do You Know This Couple?

Biloxi police need your help identifying a male and female wanted for robbery and credit card fraud. Authorities say the man and woman seen in these pictures stole a purse from a woman at a Biloxi business. The suspects then…

Missing Fishermen

In Mississippi, a search is underway for two fishermen who went missing at Moon Lake on Friday. Even though an official search was called off, family members are still keeping hope. The victim's mother said, "I need the rescue and…

Future Tense Southern Food Culture

News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Ron Feder of Mary C. O'keefe Cultural Center about the Southern Culture and the evolution of food in South Mississippi.

Bill aims to Allow Water on School Buses

It is a policy set by local school boards, but Mississippi lawmakers are taking matters into their own hands. A bill, which passed the state House last week, says students are allowed to drink water on school buses. Republican Representative…

McCrory Bond Hearing Today

A Jackson County judge denies the request for a lower bond for Nathan McCrory, the man accused of beating and burning his then three-year-old son Zander Saucier. McCrory was in court on January 30th for a bond revocation hearing after…

Lizana Carnival Association Rolls Again

Well we're only breaking the surface of the good times here in South Mississippi as carnival season continues across the Gulf Coast. News 25's Hank Davis has a recap of the Lizana Carnival Association's 14th Annual Parade. The Lizana Carnival…