MS Dept. of Mental Health reminds residents help is available as Mental Health Awareness Month ends
The Mississippi Department of Mental Health is reminding people that help is available as Mental Health Awareness Month comes to…
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Coast Electric warns customers of phone scam requesting bank info for fake refunds
Coast Electric is warning customers about a phone scam that could leave victims out of more than just a refund. The utility says scammers may call claiming you’ve overpaid your energy bill and are owed money back. The caller may…
Mississippi Power Foundation partners with The Max for America250
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday next year, two organizations are teaming up to highlight the stories that helped shape the nation. The Mississippi Power Foundation is partnering with the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience, known as the…
97th annual Blessing of the Fleet returns to Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- One of South Mississippi’s most historic traditions returns this weekend for its 97th year. The Biloxi Blessing of the Fleet begins with the shrimp…
Changes made to parking in Downtown Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Some parking changes are coming to Downtown Gulfport as the summer tourist season begins and new businesses open in the next few weeks. According to Gulfport…
Changes to Harrison County School District meal program
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County School District is expanding its free summer meal program for kids and families. The program begins June 1. Along with traditional…
Vehicle struck by train near intersection of 42nd Avenue and West Railroad Street in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - A vehicle was struck by a train near the intersection of 42nd Avenue and West Railroad Street, according to the Gulfport Police Department. Police say the driver was the only person in the vehicle, and they…
‘Shrek the Musical’ coming to the Beau Rivage in June
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Shrek is one of the biggest animated film characters of all time! ‘Shrek the Musical’ opens on stage at Beau Rivage on June…
Gulf Coast Veterans Affair System receives five-star rating
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System is once again earning national recognition for quality care. The Biloxi-based Veteran Affair System received a five-star rating from…
Two arrested, charged in connection with Memorial Day shooting in Pearl River County
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Two people have been arrested in connection to a shooting on Memorial Day in Pearl River County. Twenty-six-year-old Raheem Charles and 23-year-old Thomas Daniel have been arrested in that incident after investigators recovered evidence and…
Baby bald eagle returns home in Pascagoula after extensive rehabilitation
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) -- A baby bald eagle is returning home in Pascagoula after extensive rehabilitation. It’s a big day for Woodside Wildlife Rescue. A bald…
May’s Huntington Learning Center Teacher of the Month: Central Elementary’s Callie Mason
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)-Every month WXXV and Huntington Learning Center team up to honor one special local educator. WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis takes us…
Rain causes roof to collapse at Burnham’s Vital Care in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- This week’s heavy rain caused part of the roof on a Moss Point business to collapse Thursday. Photos show the…
Cold Cases with Chloe Carter: Disappearance of Robin Smith
Cold Cases with Chloe Carter dives into the disappearance of Robin Smith. Smith is a mother and nurse at Memorial Hospital. Twenty-seven years ago, Smith clocked out from her…
Local entrepreneurs graduate from Coastal Business Growth Accelerator
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Local entrepreneurs on the Mississippi Gulf Coast are getting the tools they need to turn big ideas into real businesses. Graduates are stepping into what’s…
Clocking in with Spencer: Inside the Work at Woodside Wildlife Rescue
This ‘fur-real’ might be the best shift on this edition of Clocking in with Spencer! Spencer traded in the usual newsroom routine to get a…
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…
US and Iranian negotiators reach tentative deal to extend ceasefire and launch nuclear talks
By JON GAMBRELL, SAM METZ and KONSTANTIN TOROPIN DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — U.S. and Iranian negotiators have reached a tentative agreement to extend the ceasefire by 60 days and launch talks on Iran’s nuclear program, according to a U.S. official familiar with…
WXXV Announces Promotion of Casey Ducre to News Director
WXXV is proud to announce the promotion of Casey Ducre to News Director, recognizing her years of leadership, dedication, and impact on the station’s newsroom and production operations. A Louisiana native, Casey graduated from University of New Orleans with a Bachelor’s degree in…
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,…
Mostly dry tonight with daily rain chances sticking around into the weekend
After a fairly quiet evening, scattered showers and thunderstorms will begin developing again overnight as clouds increase across the Coast. Overnight lows will fall into the lower 70s with light…