Mississippi Actress Wants State Flag Changed
Aunjanue Ellis, a Mississippi actress, is putting her support behind a movement to change the Mississippi state flag.
Author: WXXV Staff
Same-Sex Couples Can Receive Marriage Licenses in Harrison County
This morning, Mississippi Circuit Clerks received a new message from Hood saying it’s up to individual clerks whether or not they wanted to release marriage licenses to same-sex couples
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Donates $2500 to Salvation Army
Today, the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino presented a $2500 check to the Mississippi Gulf Coast Salvation Army.
Moss Point’s Devin Booker Selected in the NBA Draft Last Night
Last year, Devin Booker graduated from Moss Point High School. After one season playing for the University of Kentucky, he’s now on to the NBA.
A Change of Command Ceremony Took Place at Keesler Air Force Base
A change of command ceremony was held bright and early this morning at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi.
D’iberville Moms Bond Through Puppy Love
Through the tragedy of losing children, two D’iberville mothers have bonded. Now they have grown even closer, all through puppy love.
Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse Hosts First Pirate Day in the Bay Event
Bay St. Louis is bringing a new event to town: Pirate Day in the Bay.
Operation Dry Water Aims to Make Boating Safety a Top Priority
Boat drivers beware! Multiple agencies will be out in full force this weekend on the lookout for drivers boating under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The legal limit for both driving and boat is .08.
Fire in St. Martin Destroys Home
Today, a St. Martin family of five have lost their home, but escaped with their lives.
A Grand Jury Found No Criminal Wrongdoing in SRHS’s Termination of Pension Plan
A grand jury has decided there were no criminal wrongdoings in Singing River Health System’s decision to terminate the pension plan.
Gulfport Police Arrest Two Men for Gun Scare at Wal-Mart-
Today, the teens that entered the Wal-Mart in Gulfport this past Sunday with a shotgun have been arrested.
ACLU Statement Regarding the Supreme Court’s Decision
The American Civil Liberties Union of Mississippi also released a statement on the ruling and the following actions by Attorney General Jim Hood.
Senator Cochran Speaks on Same Sex Marriage Decision
Senator Cochran Speaks on Same Sex Marriage Decision
Gov. Bryant Statement Regarding the Supreme Court’s Decision
Gov. Bryant Statement Regarding the Supreme Court’s Decision
Mississippi Not Ready to Issue Marriage Licenses for Same Sex Couples
A hold up in Mississippi is preventing same sex couples from getting marriage licenses. News 25 spoke with couples at the Harrison County Circuit Clerks Office today.
Jackson County Board of Supervisor Attorney Speaks on His Investigation in the SRHS
The Singing River pension plan was unsustainable from the beginning, that’s what attorney Billy Guice is saying.
Massive Fire Destroys Pass Christian Home
Flames engulfed a home in Pass Christian this afternoon, completely gutting the house. Fortunately no one was injured.
City of Biloxi Gets New Logo
Today, the city of Biloxi unveiled their new logo. City officials say the mayor wanted a fresh, new look for the city’s branding.
Mayor Gilich Talked Biloxi’s Future at Breakfast with the Mayor
Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich talked about what’s next for Biloxi at today’s “Breakfast with the Mayor” event.
Restore Biloxi Infrastructure Program is Helping Fix Katrina Damage in Biloxi
It’s almost been a decade since Katrina and massive work is still underway to repair infrastructure damage in the city of Biloxi.
City Plans to Open a Waterpark Resort on Casino Magic Property
Since Hurricane Katrina, the property where Casino Magic once was has sat dormant, but today plans were brought forth to bring it back to life.
Bond Denied for OS Man Charged with Capital Murder
Bond has been denied to an Ocean Springs man charged with two counts of capital murder in the deaths of his grandparents.
Jackson County District 4 Supervisor Troy Ross Discusses SRHS Pension Plan
Today, News 25 spoke with Jackson County District 4 Supervisor Troy Ross about his perspective on the pension situation.
Jackson County Attorney Billy Guice Speaks on SRHS Pension Plan
The Singing River pension plan was unsustainable from the beginning, that’s what attorney Billy Guice is saying.
Hundreds Gather in Gulfport to Pay Tribute to the Charleston Shooting Victims
The rain could not keep hundreds of locals from uniting in Gulfport to honor those who were viciously murdered in Charleston last week.
City of Gulfport Fire Department Donates Fire Truck to Town in Need
Today the city of Gulfport gave the keys to an old fire truck to a small north Mississippi community that desperately needs one.
Students Graduate from Climb CDC Program
Forty-six students graduated from the Climb CDC program tonight, celebrating nine months of on the job training in fields such as catering and construction.
Department Of Marine Resources Announced Plans to Build a Pier to Deer Island
Today, the secretary of state and the Department of Marine Resources shared details to build a pier that will give everyone access to this historic barrier island
Senator Wicker Statement Regarding the State Flag
The debate over whether Mississippi should change its state flag continues. Today, Senator Roger Wicker released a statement.
Ocean Springs Man Arrested for the Murder of Grandparents
Twenty-two year old Zachary Alexander Stanford of Ocean Springs has been charged with two counts of murder in the brutal death of his grandparents who lived in central Mississippi.
Jubilee leaves Fish Washed up on Coast Shore
If you were out on the beaches in Harrison and Hancock Counties this morning, you probably noticed the large amount of fish washed up on the Coast line.
Governor Candidate Vicki Slater Comments on the Flag Debate
Governor candidate Vicki Slater announced her support for changing the Mississippi state flag.
Senator Cochran Speaks On State Flag Controversy
This afternoon, Senator Thad Cochran also released a statement on his view of the state flag.
Stores to Remove Confederate Flag Merchandise
Big corporations like EBay, Amazon, Sears and Wal-Mart are now saying you won’t find Confederate Flag merchandise in their inventory. Well, now local businesses like Sharkheads Souvenir Shop is Biloxi will not advertise the Confederate Flag in the front of the store.
Jackson County Voters Have Approved the Tourism Tax
Jackson County voters have approved a 2% tourism tax. Residents took to the polls today on the issue, which received an overwhelming support by voters. Roughly 71% were in favor versus 28.89% against it.
Friends Gather to Honor a Fallen Hero
Often times a veteran will pass away and a hero is forgotten. But today in Biloxi, a local family said goodbye to a fallen hero who they had welcomed into their own family.
Beau Rivage Names New General Manager
A casino industry veteran with Gulf Coast ties has been named the general manager of the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino.
Geri-Care Broke Ground on a New Plant in Gulfport
Two hundred jobs will be coming to Gulfport in the near future. Today, Geri-Care broke ground on a new pharmaceutical manufacturing plant that is located adjacent to its current facility.
Pass Christian House Caught Fire this Morning
Neighbors in Pass Christian woke up to the house next door engulfed in flames.
Vicki Slater Visits Singing River Retirees
Vicki Slater, a female democratic candidate for Mississippi governor, was on the Gulf Coast today supporting Singing River Hospital Retirees picketing outside of Ocean Springs Hospital.
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann Spoke Out on the Flag Debate
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann also commented on the flag situation.
Lt. Governor Tate Reeves Weighs in on Flag Controversy
Lt. Governor Tate Reeves Weighs in on Flag Controversy
Governor Phil Bryant Makes a Statement Regarding the Flag Debate
Should our state change the flag and take the Confederate emblem out of the top left corner? Today Governor Phil Bryant said no.
SRHS Retirees React to the 88 Percent Pension Plan
It’s been nearly 8 months since the onset of Singing River Health System’s retirement woes, and retirees are still searching for answers.
Heat Wave Brings Potential Health Hazards to Beach Goers
If you were lucky enough to spend the day on the beach today, there is no doubt you broke out in a sweat. It’s hot!!
Mississippi Coast Casinos have Great Month of May
Mississippi’s Gulf Coast casinos were hot in May and their continued strength is beginning to push up gambling revenue for all of Mississippi.
Tourism Tax Election Takes Place Tomorrow
Tomorrow, Jackson County residents will head to the polls to vote on a 2% tax on tourism.
City of Biloxi to Move the Main Gate at Keesler Air Force Base
Moving the main gate to Keesler Air Force Base will cost $30 million but the city of Biloxi says it is a priority.
Woman Arrested on Aggravated Domestic Assault
Biloxi Police Department arrested Sabrina Galloway on one count of aggravated domestic assault.
