New Mississippi Laws Taking Effect July 1
A few new laws taking effect on July 1st...teacher pay raise, schools required to have active-shooter drills and marriage licenses go up to $35.
Community Headlines
Clean cars for Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is an organization dedicated to helping the community build the place they call home. Now you have a chance to get involved without getting your hands dirty all while getting your car clean. Visit Popp’s Express Car…
New menu items unveiled at Hard Rock Café
You’ve likely seen souvenirs from one end of the Earth to the other with the Hard Rock Café logo. Now, you don’t have to go quite so far away to get that experience. Biloxi’s Hard Rock Casino and Resort has…
Freedom Ball 2019
Crusaders for Veterans is an organization that is dedicated to helping out veterans on the Coast. This year, you’re invited to the fourth annual Freedom Ball honoring every branch of our military. The Freedom Ball takes place at Oak Crest…
Coffee and Cybertalk
Local leaders and community members are coming together to discuss one worldwide issue on the local level. The educational session you can take part in is Coffee and Cybertalk. The event will take place at the City of Ocean Springs…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Open For Business Despite Algae: More Here
With the water closed in many areas of South Mississippi due to the Algae, there are still many ways to enjoy the coast.
Celebrate Pride this Saturday at Point Cadet Park In Biloxi
Pride Day will take place Saturday, June 29th from Noon until 6 PM at Point Cadet Park in Biloxi.
Oil Spill from 2004 is Worse than Previously Thought...And It's Still Leaking
It was steadily leaking as much as 45-hundred gallons a day, not three or four gallons per day as the rig owner claimed.
Gulfport Mayor Heading to Honolulu for U.S. Conference of Mayors
Mayor Hewes will be among the 200 mayors from across our nation attending the United States Conference of Mayors 87th Annual Meeting.
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith Urges Funding to Help Fishermen and Businesses
The senator is urging U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross to take swift action to approve a fishery disaster determination for the Mississippi Gulf Coast, using recently-approved funding for the fishery disaster.
Looking to Buy a Home? Don't Miss the Gulf Coast Homebuyer Expo
The event takes place Saturday, June 29th from 10 am until 12 pm at Praise Temple Biloxi at 643 Division Street.
Numbers are in For Scrapin' the Coast…Attendance Way Up, Violations Down
Promoters of Scrapin the Coast estimate a crowd of 40,000 for this year's show.
Mississippi Casinos Continue to Win, Gamblers Lose $184 Million in May
Since the start of sports betting in Mississippi casinos, revenues continue to rise after the latest report from the month of May.
Pet of the Week
Visit the Humane Society of South Mississippi if you are looking for a new fur baby! The Humane Society is located at 2615 25th Avenue in Gulfport. They are open Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and…
MISSISSIPPI PRIMARY: Voter Registration Deadline Quickly Approaching
If you plan to vote in the Mississippi’s August 6th primary election, you have less than two weeks to complete and return your voter registration application. Registration deadline is Monday, July 8th.
Governor Candidate Bill Waller Jr. on the Coast to Discuss Bonnet Carre Spillway
One of the candidates running to take the state's top political spot as governor is on the coast.
Popp's Ferry Bridge Upgrades Near Completion
City contractors in Biloxi this week will be finalizing the upgrades to the Popp's Ferry Bridge and good news, no other closings are expected!
Community Resource Fair
It’s a one-stop shop and what you need to know when looking for organizations that may be able to help you and yours. The Community Resource Fair will take place June 26th from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the…
Mom to Mom: Road Trip Goody Bags
It is road trip season and Mom to Mom has a way to keep your kids occupied throughout the entire trip.
Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo Less Than Two Weeks Away
It’s nearly that time of year. Thousands of people will soon flock to the Gulfport harbor area for the annual Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo running from July 4-7th.
Mayoral Monday: Waveland Mayor Mike Smith
Mayor Mike Smith joined News 25 in studio with some of the latest updates on Waveland. Talking all things from a new dog park in the City of Waveland to Mayor Smith's recent trip to Washington D.C.
Gulfport to Host Global Leadership Summit in August
First Baptist Church of Gulfport is home to many community and spiritual leaders, but come August, the church will host a two-day Global Leadership Summit, and it's open to everyone. News 25 Today Anchor Lindsey Goodwin gets the details from…
Volunteers Out in Full Force Friday for Annual United Way Day of Action
Volunteers are out in full force Friday for the United Way's Annual Day of Action, doing good deeds around the world and right here in South Mississippi. News 25 Today Anchor Jaylon Morris gets all the details about Friday's event,…
News 25 Today Celebrates Bring Your Pet to Work Day by Showing Off Furry Friends
Bring on the pet parade! Round up your beloved animal friends in celebration of Bring Your Pet to Work Day. Strap a harness on 'em and bring them out to your work place. Unfortunately, News 25 Today employees have some…