A bill that would require Mississippians to prove they have vehicle liability insurance before they could renew their auto tags has cleared committee and heads to the full House. An estimated 25 to 30 percent of Mississippi motorists drive uninsured.…
Tonight members of South Mississippi's business community will be busing up to Jackson for the 2017 Gulf Coast Legislative Reception. The purpose of the annual event is to provide a unique forum for community and business leaders to discuss issues…
"Say the pledge or pay the price." That is the message behind a new bill in Jackson. Republican Representative William Shirley is the main legislator sponsoring House Bill 205. The bill would fine schools $1,500 if they don't say the…
News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Sara Carter about New Years resolution to loss weight for 2017 and how to stay on track.
One Coast legislator wants to make sure the Mississippi State Flag is flown over the state's colleges. Senator Joseph Seymour of Vancleave filed a bill that would require all governmental entities that receive state funds, namely public colleges and universities,…
While many bills sit on the desk for Governor Phil Bryant to sign, today he signed an executive order in hopes of keeping men and women safe in the work place. Executive order 1392 requires all state agencies to complete…
Two women are being treated for injuries after a head on collision on Highway 53 in Harrison County this morning. It happened around 10:30 at the intersection of Mills Road and Highway 53, shutting down both lanes of the highway…
News 25's Laurene Callander tells us about the Benches being removed from the bus stops in Ocean Springs to prevent the homeless from spending the night there.
It's part of a national effort where people in all 50 states will send a message to every U.S. Senator to reject a number of Donald Trump's cabinet selections who deny climate change. Some of those in question -- Rex…
Mississippi teachers might see merit pay next year under the state's school recognition program, but a proposed house bill would change how the pay is determined. The current program would provide up to 100 dollars per student for schools that…
On Wednesday members of South Mississippi's Business Community will be bussing up to Jackson for the 2017 Gulf Coast Legislative Reception. The purpose of the annual event is to province a unique forum for community and business leaders to discuss…
Gulfport police are looking for help identifying the suspect in an armed robbery at the Family Dollar on Dedeaux Road over the weekend. On Saturday, a black male entered the store with a gun, took cash, and fled on foot.…
Former Mississippi Gov. William Winter is improving as he remains hospitalized with head injuries. Winter's condition was upgraded from serious to fair on Sunday, according to Alana Bowman, spokeswoman for the University Of Mississippi Medical Center. The 93 year-old winter…
The woman hit and killed by a car on Pass Road in Gulfport Saturday night has been identified as 61-year-old Karen Haney. Gulfport police responded to the scene just east of the Pass Road and Ford Street intersection. Harrison County…
A Moss Point man is behind bars now accused of killing a Vancleave woman Saturday night at her home. 32-year-old Brandon Colby Smith is charged with the murder of 30 year old Elizabeth Jones. A motive is still under investigation,…
Biloxi planners have given initial approval to a development that could eventually have 14-thousand residents. The Sun Herald reports the Biloxi Planning Commission voted 8-1 to approve the Belle La Vie Development on 626 acres north of interstate 10 in…
News 25's Laurene Callander tells us about the rally that is taking place today at Gulfport about Climate Change and the people that have been chosen to represent the USA government that could have a direct impact on decisions about…
News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Dr. Faye Gilbert Dean of the College of Business about the USM Economic Outlook Forum on January 12 Hardy Hall - USM Gulf Park Campus,at 8:30 am. Please call 228-214-3447 before January 12 to reserve…
Despite the weather, the Crusaders for Veterans need all hands on deck tomorrow morning. The first weekend of December, the crusaders for veterans lay wreaths on graves at the Biloxi National Cemetery and at the Beauvoir, and now they need…
Governor Phil Bryant will give his state of the state address during the third week of the legislative session. Spokesman clay chandler confirms the speech is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. January 17th at the capitol. It will be carried live…
Governor Phil Bryant says it's time to update Mississippi’s School Funding Formula saying the current "Mississippi Adequate Education Program" is outdated. Bryant made the remarks at an event Thursday saying the current formula is a "1992 model"....arguing the state wouldn't…
A Biloxi man is charged with sexual battery against a four-year-old. The Biloxi Police Department says 24-year-old Davorius Moore attempted to convince an adult to let the four-year-old victim meet him outside. The adult became suspicious of Moore and notified…
With the cold weather hitting the Coast this weekend, the Salvation Army will open up its cold weather shelter in Gulfport on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night of this week. Volunteers will be needed. Salvation Army officials ask that you…
We may not see snow here on the Gulf Coast but the Gulfport Biloxi International Airport already has cancellations due to the weather. The two flight cancellations include a 5:42 p.m. departure to Atlanta and a 9:56 p.m. arrival from…
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It's time to protect your pets, plants and pipes Safety is key when it comes to being out in the weather the next few days The national weather service has issued a winter weather advisory for pearl river county plus…
With the cold weather hitting the Coast this weekend, the Salvation Army will open up its cold weather shelter in Gulfport on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night of this week. Volunteers will be needed. Salvation Army officials ask that you…
Any coast motor heads who want their vintage bike on display for all to see...listen up. The Ohr O'keefe Museum of Art is calling on the community to show off their vintage motorcycle for a three month long exhibit called…
How long should a member of the House or Senate be able to hold their seat? If you ask Congressman Steven Palazzo, it should be no longer than 12 years. Today, Congressman Palazzo reintroduced legislation that would limit members of…
House Minority Leader David Baria of Bay St. Louis filed a bill Wednesday that aim’s to ensure women receive equal pay. Baria argues it's important the state takes measures to prohibit wage discrimination against women. the median annual pay for…
One State legislator is looking to hit the jackpot by bringing the lottery to Mississippi. Democratic Representative Alyce Clark of Jackson filed two lottery bills. One of those bills would create the Mississippi Lottery for Education and have it administered…
News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Sgt. Joshua Bromen about Gulfport Police Citizen's Academy starting March 9th.
The thank you tour for Donald Trump is heading to the coast. The trump/pence campaign bus will be at the dock with Thursday January 12th from 12 until 1:30 p.m. in Gulfport. The tour's trek in Mississippi kicks off on…
News 25’s Laurene Callander tells us about the Annual Twelfth Night Celebration that is happening tonight in Biloxi.
Goodwill Director of Mission Services and Quality Assurance Mitch Bauman joins News 25’s Bryan Kennedy on set.
Mississippi lawmakers are considering a measure that would let school boards appoint replacements for elected school superintendents who resign in the next three years. In 2016, the legislature enacted a law making all 55 elected superintendents appointed, beginning in 2020.…
One Long Beach city official is throwing his hat into the race to be mayor. Gary Ponthieux announced yesterday he will be running to become the next mayor of Long Beach. Ponthieux has been on the city's Board of Aldermen…
The Pascagoula Police Department is asking for the public's help locating a missing teen. Fourteen-year-old Trenton Smith was last seen wearing a black shirt, brown jogging pants and Nike Jordan shoes. If you have any information in regards to Trenton's…
News 25's Laurene Callander tells us about a fire that happened around 11 pm last night.
A possible twist in the embattled Singing River pension debacle, could put the presiding judge in hot water.We have the exclusive video that led to the motion claiming a major violation of the code of judicial conduct.
Emergency responders open up about the world of saving lives.
A group of Gulfport students show it's better to give than to receive.
Local Head Start program is no longer under operation by Gulf Coast Community Action Agency.
An autopsy is being conducted on dead dolphin to determine connection to red tide.
Two men are facing charges in connection with a stealing at Ross Department stores in three states.
A felony deputy chase leaves a woman dead and a man hospitalized, after crashing their car in a high speed pursuit in Harrison County.
A burglar breaks into the home of a single mother and steals the Christmas presents she says she worked overtime to purchase.
13 Gulf Coast college sophomores are taking their football careers to the next level, after signing letters of intent with 4-year universities. They made it official this morning at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College's JUCO signing day.
Friends remember radio station owner and community servant.
The man accused of killing a Waffle House waitress in Biloxi waived his preliminary hearing at the Harrison County jail.
