Moss Point announces voting precinct changes, new locations for Sue Ellen and YMBC voters
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Moss Point is alerting residents to a change in precinct. If you’re registered to vote…
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Ocean Springs Carnival Association to host Summer Bar Crawl benefiting CASA
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Carnival Association is hosting a summer bar crawl next weekend! All proceeds benefit CASA programs. Joining us with…
Singing River Little Theatre presents ‘Harvey’
The Singing River Little Theatre will be hosting their performances for ‘Harvey’ next month. Rick Roberts joins us with what you need to know ahead of June 4’s performance. For…
R&B Brick Oven Pizza launching new buffet
R&B Brick Oven Pizza in Saucier is launching a lunch buffet. Brian Mullin joins us in studio with details. The buffet will run on Fridays and Saturdays…
Special election for Gulfport Ward 2 council position set
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- An official date for Gulfport’s special election to fill the City Council Ward 2 position has been released. Polls will open on Tuesday, June…
Teens arrested in George County after reckless driving case
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- George County deputies say two juveniles are facing charges after a reckless driving call led to a damaged patrol vehicle and reports of vandalism. The George County Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded to the Sally Parker…
Supreme Court rules for black death row inmate from Mississippi over racial bias in makeup of jury
By MARK SHERMAN WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled for a Black death row inmate from Mississippi who claims there was racial bias in the makeup of the jury that convicted him. By a 5-4 vote, the justices sided with Terry Pitchford,…
Long Beach School District remembers Thomas Hanes
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Long Beach School District is mourning the loss of a beloved teacher and coach. Earlier this week, we reported on a deadly crash involving…
Two arrested in Armed Robbery
Ocean Springs, Miss (WXXV) - On May 26, 2026, at approximately 11:00 p.m., officers with the Ocean Springs Police Department responded to a reported armed robbery in the area of Morris Noble Park. Officers made contact with the victim,…
Back Bay Mission accepting donations for food pantry
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Back Bay Mission is asking for a few donations when it comes to their food pantry. The organization says they are seeing an influx of…
Mississippi AG opposes federal ‘KIDS’ internet safety bill
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch is pushing back against a proposed federal bill she says could weaken protections for children online. Fitch this week joined a bipartisan group of attorneys general in opposing the ‘Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act,’…
Jeepin the Coast kicks off in high gear with block party
Pass Christian, Miss (WXXV) The 9th annual Jeepin the Coast is officially underway, kicking off with a lively block party in Pass Christian. WXXV’s Brynne Baxley joins us live…
May marks Mental Health Month as experts highlight summer challenges for children, teens
May is Mental Health Month, a time to focus on everyone’s wellbeing. With summer starting, it’s also a time to help kids and…
Moss Point invites public to ‘Wake the Dog’ Drag Boat races
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)-Moss Point is hosting their Wake the Dog drag boat races this weekend. All citizens are invited to the riverfront to take…
Blessing of the Fleet returns to Biloxi this weekend
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-One of our most cherished maritime traditions is returning this weekend. The 97th annual Biloxi Blessing of the Fleet sets sail Sunday. 2025 Shrimp Queen…
Key Sens. Cruz, Cantwell look to break college sports logjam in Congress with a bipartisan bill
By EDDIE PELLS WASHINGTON (AP) — Two key senators involved in a long-simmering debate over fixing college sports will introduce a bipartisan bill designed to break a congressional logjam that would regulate payments to players, limit them to one “free” transfer…
Detroit Pistons Forward Tolu Smith returns home for Bay St. Louis basketball tournament
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- Detroit Pistons forward and Bay St. Louis native Tolu Smith is hosting a community event and three-on-three basketball…
Teen charged with killing stepsister on Carnival Cruise could be jailed until trial
MIAMI (AP) — A federal judge is expected to decide whether a teenager charged with sexually assaulting and killing his 18-year-old stepsister on a Carnival Cruise ship will remain free as he awaits trial following a hearing scheduled for Wednesday morning in…
Former Harrison County Tax Collector David Larosa dies
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A former Harrison County elected official that served more than two decades in county government has died. The Harrison County Board of Supervisors announced…
Appeals court upholds sex crime sentencing of Hancock County man
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Court of Appeals has upheld the conviction of a Hancock County man found guilty of trying to force two young…
George County man arrested, charged with child sexual battery following investigation
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A George County man is behind bars after a child reported sexual abuse to their parents. Dustin Merrill was taken into…
UPDATE: Victims identified in shooting at Walmart gas station
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport Police are investigating a shooting that left two people dead and another injured Tuesday afternoon at a local gas station. Officers responded at 1:33 p.m. to the Walmart Neighborhood…
Victims identified in deadly crash with Military bus
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a multi-vehicle crash involving a military vehicle that left two people dead and several injured. According to our media partner, the Sun Herald, the crash happened shortly after 4 p.m.…
Community gathers for Memorial Day Ceremony at Biloxi National Cemetery
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Despite the rainy conditions, a large group of South Mississippians gathered Sunday to honor the fallen at Biloxi National Cemetery. The cemetery is…
Bay Fest Brings shopping, food and live music to Old Town Bay St. Louis
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- A new tradition is taking over the streets of Bay St. Louis. Bay Fest is happening Saturday…
Caiden’s Corner hosting ‘Sib Shop’ event
Caiden’s Corner will be hosting a ‘Sib Shop’ for autism siblings this weekend. Registration is required. The ‘Sibs and Slices’ event takes place at the Pizza College in Gulfport on…
Woman arrested, charged in Ocean Springs after allegedly stabbing family members
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs police department responded to Highland Trailer Park Tuesday for a reported stabbing involving family members. Officers say 23-year-old Angeletta Faith King was detained after allegedly stabbing two family members with scissors during an…
Pet of the Week: Tater Tot is looking for a forever home
Every other Tuesday, we feature a pet up for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Joining us as always is Maridee Mallette to…
Car crashes into Tay’s BBQ in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Moss Point Fire Department is sharing details about a car that hit Tay’s BBQ at the Shell Station on Highway 63. The car hit…
MHP releases Memorial Day travel period numbers
Mississippi Highway Patrol has released numbers from its Memorial Day travel enforcement period, which ended at midnight. Statewide, troopers worked 190 crashes, issued just under 5,000 citations, and made 74 DUI arrests. One travel-related death was reported in Monroe County…
Two injured in Memorial Day shooting in Pearl River County, deputies search for suspects
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Two people were injured in a Memorial Day shooting in Pearl River County and sheriff’s deputies are now searching for suspects. Sheriff’s investigators say it happened around 6:30 Monday evening near the corner of Lilac…
High water levels lead to road closures across the Gulf Coast
As a result of high-water levels, officials across the Coast have announced some road closures. In Harrison County, officials are issuing a flood warning for the Wolf River and Biloxi River. Certain parts of local roads along the rivers are…
Lawsuit filed against two local sheriff’s departments in 2023 death
A lawsuit has been filed against the Jackson County and George County sheriff’s departments relating to a 2023 death. Michael Roy Carney died the morning of May 3rd, 2023 during an incident that happened at the intersection of Broome School…
Naked Man Shot Dead After Altercation in Biloxi Neighborhood
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)— Biloxi police are investigating a deadly incident that began with multiple 911 calls reporting a naked man in a residential area near Woolmarket Lake Road. According to the Biloxi Police Department, dispatchers received a 911 call around…
Ocean Springs Police, Municipal Court to Close for Memorial Day
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Ocean Springs’ police department and municipal court will be closed on Monday in honor of Memorial Day. The offices…
VFW Post 2539 to hold Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The City of Gulfport is sharing details about a Memorial Day ceremony happening Monday. VFW Post 2539 will be conducting a remembrance ceremony…
Gautier to honor fallen heroes at annual Avenue of Flags Ceremony on Memorial Day
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier is honoring the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. The Avenue of Flags…
Singing River Hospice of Light to host Butterfly Memorial Services to honor loved ones
Singing River Health System’s Hospice of Light is hosting its annual Butterfly Memorial Service later this month. It’s a tradition that honors…
Renovation work continues at Biloxi Yacht Club Clubhouse
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi Yacht Club officials have released a behind the scenes look on the work they’re doing to restore a historic Biloxi landmark which will…
MGCCC Respiratory Care Technology Program wins state title
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is celebrating a big win for its respiratory care technology program. The Bronchial Ballers Respiratory Care Team dominated the 2026 Magnolia Sputum Bowl,…
City leaders break ground on new medical center in Picayune
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- Picayune city leaders are celebrating new growth along the Highland Parkway. A groundbreaking was held for a new medical complex. Once complete, the…
Moss Point Police Thank Assisting Agencies After Missing Child Safely Recovered
MOSS POINT, Miss (WXXV) - The Moss Point Police Department is expressing sincere gratitude to multiple assisting agencies following the safe recovery of a six-year-old child who wandered away from his residence on Valley Street. Police Chief Dennis Stevenson thanked…
Family fun returns as Gulfport splash pads reopen across the city
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Splash pad season is back just in time for Memorial Day Weekend. All City of Gulfport splash pads reopened on May 21.…
East Pascagoula Substation Project moves into phase 2, construction set to start soon
Phase two of the East Pascagoula Substation Project is now underway after the city council awarded the construction bid. This part of the…
DMR to open Tidelands Trust Fund applications May 31
The Department of Marine Resources is accepting applications to receive funding from the Tidelands Trust Fund. The Coast can start applying on May 31. The Portal closes…
Gautier Fire Department trains on engine operations to boost emergency response skills
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier is recognizing their fire department for taking part in training. Crews spent Tuesday training on engine pump…
Pascagoula Gautier School accepting out-of-district tuition applications
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Gautier School District is sharing some exciting news. Applications for out of district tuition are being accepting right now. The Pascagoula-Gautier School District…
City of Biloxi recognizes National Public Works Week
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- During Tuesday’s Biloxi city council meeting, a proclamation declaring May 17 through the 23rd as National Public Works Week was presented. The city says public…
MBI Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Gulfport Police Department that occurred May 22nd at an apartment complex on Three Rivers Road. According to authorities, officers responded to a call about…
Moss Point Police Department sharing Memorial Day Weekend safety reminders
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us and the Moss Point Police Department wants to encourage everyone to be safe. Chief Dennis Stevenson took to social media…
