Lost Pizza hosting Yearbook Signing Party for students ahead of school year end
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The end of the school year is coming up fast. One restaurant in Ocean Springs is making sure kids…
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Senate confirms Trump pick Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve, following Powell
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER and JOEY CAPPELLETTI WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate confirmed President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh, bringing new leadership to the world’s most powerful central bank at a fraught moment for the global economy. Warsh, 56, a former…
Discussing the importance of primary care for Coast families
Primary care plays a major role in keeping Coast families healthy. Joining us is Dr. Raymond Beiner with Singing River Health System to talk about primary care…
Drug counselor who delivered ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry ketamine that killed him gets 2 years
By ANDREW DALTON LOS ANGELES (AP) — A licensed drug addiction counselor who delivered “Friends” star Matthew Perry the doses of ketamine that killed him was sentenced Wednesday to two years in prison. Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett handed down the sentence to 56-year-old Erik…
“Chill With a Cop” event brings Long Beach Community together over ice cream
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Long Beach Police Department is inviting the community to chill with a cop. The community is invited to…
Community rallies around family of Gulfport man following accident at Flint Creek
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A Gulfport family is continuing to mourn the sudden loss of Jacob Nitkiewicz, who passed away in the tragic accident that took…
US Air Force training jet crashes in Alabama and the pilots eject safely
COLUMBUS, Miss. (AP) — A U.S. Air Force training jet crashed Tuesday in west Alabama with both pilots ejecting safely, military officials said. Military officials said a T-38 Talon II aircraft from Columbus Air Force Base in Mississippi was involved…
Click it or Ticket campaign kicks off across the Coast
Law enforcement agencies are starting their ‘Click it or Ticket’ campaign. The campaign started on May 11 and runs until May 31. State and local law…
Embrace Abilities is hosting a Sibshop on May 16
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- Embrace Abilities is hosting a Gulf Coast Sibshop, a special event for siblings of kids with different abilities. Joining us with what you need to…
Governor Reeves proclaims ‘Hospital Week’ across Mississippi
Governor Reeves is honoring hospitals throughout Mississippi. Until May 16, the state is recognizing ‘Hospital Week.’ Governor Reeves signed a proclamation that recognizes the health professionals, facilities, and technologies…
Secretary of State’s office announces settlement with investment firm
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson says his office has reached a settlement with a large investment company over concerns about the investment firm’s use of environmental,…
Traintastic celebrates Thomas the Tank Engine Day with family fun
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Traintastic is hosting a special day for fans of Thomas the Tank Engine. This Saturday, guests are invited to dress as their favorite…
Elephant 5K and Fun Run to support children with Congenital Muscular Dystrophy
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A special 5K and Fun Run is taking place this Saturday. It benefits children with congenital muscular dystrophy. Joining us with…
Celebrating National Salvation Army Week
We’re now on day two of National Salvation Army Week, a week each year that celebrates the legacy and enduring mission of the army. Here to tell us about this week’s…
Trump FDA chief is leaving after angering pharma CEOs, vaping lobbyists and anti-abortion groups
By MATTHEW PERRONE and SEUNG MIN KIM WASHINGTON (AP) — The head of the Food and Drug Administration, Dr. Marty Makary, is resigning after a rocky tenure that drew months of complaints from health industry executives, anti-abortion activists and other allies of President Donald Trump. He steps…
WXXV Pet of the Week: Dax is looking for a forever home
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- As we do every other week on the noon show, we’re shining a light on a pet up for adoption…
Ship operator and employee are charged in crash that caused the deadly collapse of Baltimore bridge
By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and ED WHITE BALTIMORE (AP) — Federal prosecutors announced criminal charges Tuesday in the 2024 collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, accusing the Singapore-based operator of a ship and a key employee of making critical decisions that led to the…
MDEQ issues water contact advisory for parts of Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality is warning people to avoid contact with water in Comynie Bayou and part of the Pascagoula…
MSAG Office seeks to end court oversight over state welfare system
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch says the state is asking a federal judge to end court oversight of Mississippi’s child welfare system. The oversight stems…
Gulfport man identified as victim in shooting at Flint Creek Water Park
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- Authorities have released the identity of the individual who died at Flint Creek Water Park over the weekend. Stone County Coroner…
Road closure scheduled for Tuesday in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Ocean Springs drivers should plan ahead for a road closure starting Tuesday morning. Highway 90 will be closed between Bechtel Boulevard and Hanley Road…
Gulf Blue Innovation Week scheduled for late May
It’s almost that time of year again where leaders in South Mississippi’s blue economy will gather to discuss the future of technology and innovation on the Coast. Here…
Trump nominates Cameron Hamilton to lead FEMA, a year after he was fired from the role
By GABRIELA AOUN ANGUEIRA Associated Press President Donald Trump nominated Cameron Hamilton Monday to lead the Federal Emergency Management Agency, a surprising comeback for the former Navy SEAL who was fired from his role as FEMA’s temporary leader last year…
Diamondhead residents asked to report damage from Saturday’s rainfall
DIAMONDHEAD, Miss. (WXXV)- Diamondhead city leaders are asking residents to report any storm damage after Saturday morning’s heavy rainfall in the area. Officials say a large amount…
Body found near Chandeleur Islands identified as missing South Mississippi boater
The body recovered by St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s deputies near the Chandeleur Islands last week has been identified as missing South Mississippi boater Lam Tra. That’s according to Tra’s daughter, Jennifer, who confirmed the news to WXXV Monday evening. Tra…
Keesler Air Force Base Celebrates National Police Week with Community Events
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — Keesler Air Force Base is honoring law enforcement officers across South Mississippi with a week of events in celebration of National Police Week. The celebration begins May 11 and continues on May 12 with a police…
Local church giving back to Gulfport PD with appreciation lunch during National Police Week
GULFPORT, Miss (WXXV)- Handsboro Baptist Church will open its doors to the Gulfport Police Department during National Police Week with a special police appreciation lunch on Wednesday, May 13. The lunch, held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., is designed…
Jeepin the Coast set to return to South Mississippi
Jeepin the Coast is taking over the Coast at the end of the month. The official kick off is May 27. Ahead of the fun, Jennifer Moran…
Trump says he’ll suspend federal gas tax to help address high fuel prices due to Iran war
By MATTHEW DALY WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday he will move to suspend the federal tax on gasoline to help Americans shoulder surging fuel prices caused by the Iran war. The president cannot suspend the federal tax on his own.…
Firefighters battle Sunday afternoon house fire in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV) — Firefighters in Moss Point responded to a fire Sunday afternoon that left part of a home heavily damaged. According to the Moss Point Fire Department, crews were dispatched to Azalea Street around 4:45 p.m. on…
2 more passengers evacuated from cruise ship test positive for hantavirus
By MIKE CORDER THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — Nations around the world on Monday repatriated passengers from a cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak and quarantined or isolated them, including a French woman and an American who tested positive. Passengers from the ship…
Training Exercise at Keesler Air Force Base to bring increased activity this week
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A head’s up for those of you who live and work near Keesler Air Force Base. You may notice an…
Man charged in White House correspondents’ dinner attack pleads not guilty
By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN WASHINGTON (AP) — A man accused of storming the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner while armed with guns and knives pleaded not guilty on Monday to charges that he attempted to kill President Donald Trump and fired a shotgun at…
Splash pads officially open in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- As temperatures start to heat up across the Coast, Harrison County is giving families a fun way to cool down this summer. All county-maintained splash…
Passengers evacuated from hantavirus-stricken cruise ship
TENERIFE, Canary Islands (AP) — Passengers evacuated from the hantavirus-hit cruise ship began flying home Sunday aboard…
Mississippi House Speaker White creates six new select committees
Mississippi House Speaker Jason White announced the creation of six new select committees tasked with making policy proposals for the 2027 legislative session. Those committees include ones focused on…
House fire in Ocean Springs Sunday
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-- Ocean Springs fire crews spent Sunday morning battling a large house fire. When crews arrived to the home on…
Iran responds to US ceasefire proposal but Trump administration rejects it as ‘unacceptable’
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran sent its response to the latest U.S. proposal to end the Iran war via Pakistani mediators on Sunday, but U.S. President Donald Trump quickly rejected it in a social media post as “TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!” —…
Mississippi students recognized at Congressional Art Competition reception
Mississippi students are being recognized for their creativity in this year’s Congressional Art Competition. Congressman Mike Ezell announced the 2026 winners after a reception celebrating student artists from…
NASA drops Artemis II space snapshots
During their ten-day trip around the moon, the crew of Artemis II snaped images of the Earth, Moon, stars, and solar system in dazzling clarity. NASA posted more than 12,000…
Gulfport City Council names pier after Ship Island Excursions founder
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport City Council has renamed a pier at the city harbor after a local legend. Tuesday, the council unanimously voted to adopt…
Gulfport mayor recognizes youth council members
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport Mayor Hugh Keating and the city council awarded medals to the graduating mayor’s youth council members. The ceremony took place on May 5. These members were…
Road closure for 43rd Avenue in Gulfport scheduled
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Starting Monday is a road closure in Gulfport. 43rd Avenue between Central Street and 9th Street will be closed starting Monday. The closure begins at…
City of Gautier hosting listening session for Ward 1 residents
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier is hosting another listening session next week. This session focuses on Ward 1. Residents are invited to First United…
George County School District names two new assistant principals
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County School District is sharing two new assistant principals for the upcoming school year. Christina Havard and Coach Tyler Williams will…
Blood drives happening across the Coast in May
The American Red Cross will be hosting a few blood drives in the month of May. The first is set for May 21 as part of the Battle…
Pirates sign teenage shortstop Konnor Griffin to a 9-year deal worth at least $140 million
By WILL GRAVES PITTSBURGH (AP) — Konnor Griffin is with the Pittsburgh Pirates for the long haul. The 19-year-old shortstop agreed to a nine-year, $140 million contract with the Pirates early Wednesday, less than a week after the former first-round pick…
Long Beach firefighter recognized by Gulfport Exchange Club
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- One Long Beach firefighter has been recognized for his work. Kelly Whitman was selected as ‘Firefighter of the Year’ by the Gulfport Exchange Club.…
Ocean Springs Police Department recognizes two members
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Police Department is recognizing two members of their force. Both are receiving recognition for work done in the first quarter of 2026.…
Jackson County fire crews take part in training
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection Team is sharing a few firefighters have been conducting air truck training the last few weeks. They are learning…
