Destroyer being named after former Mississippi Governor Ray Mabus
The Secretary of the Navy announced Friday that a new ship will be named after former Mississippi Governor Ray Mabus. The ship will be built at Ingalls…
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How TikTok's ban will affect small business owners
With TikTok facing a ban, many people don't realize it's more than an entertainment platform. For some business owners, it's a vital marketing tool, and for their customers, it's…
Leakesville man to serve life in prison in capital murder case
A Leaksville man will spend his life in prison after a jury convicted him Thursday of capital murder. 39-year-old Michael Anthony Holder was convicted in the 2023 murder of 22-year-old Logan Wainwright. The victim was killed during a burglary of…
Trump's inauguration ceremony will be held indoors due to frigid weather forecast
By Amanda Terkel and Kristen Welker WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony is moving indoors to the Capitol rotunda, because of a frigid weather forecast in the nation's capital Monday, the president-elect announced on social media Friday. Inauguration Day is often cold, but Monday…
Wicker named chairman of Senate Armed Services Committee
Sen. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) announced Friday he has been named chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee. "I am eager to take on the responsibilities of the role, because the committee’s work is more urgent than at any time since…
State House passes Tax Reform Bill
The State House passes its first major bill of this legislative session as lawmakers continue to debate the future of tax reform in Mississippi. The Build Up Mississippi Act passed…
Supreme Court gives green light to law that could ban TikTok
By Lawrence Hurley and Kat Tenbarge WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Friday delivered a blow to TikTok by upholding a law that could potentially lead to the video-sharing social media platform being banned in the United States. The justices rejected a free speech challenge filed…
Tractor-trailer overturns on I-59 near Lumberton
A tractor-trailer overturned Friday morning on the shoulder of the southbound lanes of I-59 near the Lumberton exit. There was a fire on the truck as well. MHP is advising the outside southbound lane will be closed several hours while…
Medicare announces 15 new drugs up for price negotiations, including Ozempic
By Berkeley Lovelace Jr. The Biden administration on Friday released the next round of prescription drugs selected for Medicare price negotiations, including Ozempic — the blockbuster diabetes drug that’s also used for weight loss. The drug has faced public backlash over its high price,…
Stone County jailer charged with having contraband at jail
A Stone County jailer has been charged in connection with an investigation into contraband coming into the Stone County jail. 26-year-old Bryan Rodgers was arrested Thursday and charged with possession of prohibited items by persons other than offenders. He is…
Gautier community gathers to remember former student Shermarion Miner
It was a night of remembrance at Vaughn-Wallace stadium at Gautier High School, as the community gathered for a vigil to mourn the loss of fifteen…
WXXV Candidate Conversations: Pascagoula Mayor Jay Willis
Pascagoula Mayor Dr. Jay Willis stopped by the WXXV studio Thursday to talk to Grant Chighizola about his decision to run for a second term as Pascagoula's mayor. If you're…
Multiple arrests made in string of copper thefts across the Coast
The alleged theft of copper wires at South Mississippi AT&T properties leads to a string of arrests in Harrison County. Sheriff Matt Haley announced the arrest of 43-year-old Kristopher Gibson, 35-year-old Robert Barnett III, 34-year-old Jessie Ray, 43-year-old David Crenshaw,…
Gautier community pays respect to Shermarion Miner at vigil
A vigil is being held tonight to remember the life of Shermarion Miner, a Gautier High student who died just last week. The vigil took place at…
Harrison County Emergency Management monitoring winter forecast
Harrison County Emergency Management is monitoring the forecast that calls for multiple days of freezing temperatures next week. Current forecasts have dangerously low wind chills starting Sunday and carrying into the week. Harrison County officials remind residents that taking steps…
Governor Reeves calls for flags at full staff on Inauguration Day
Governor Tate Reeves has directed all flags to be flown at full-staff on Inauguration Day. The flags are currently at half-staff for a 30-day mourning period following President Jimmy Carter’s death. Governor Reeves said the original mourning order does not…
Gautier awarded grant to design Dolphin Drive project
Gautier has been awarded $1.2 million through the Federal Railroad Administration’s grant program to eliminate railroad crossings to fund a design of the Dolphin Drive at the CSX Railroad crossing. A 2022 feasibility study recommended converting the crossing at Dolphin…
Long Beach woman charged in stabbing death of man
A Long Beach woman has been charged with murder in the stabbing death of a man at a home on Daugherty Road. Harrison County Sheriff Matt Haley said 55-year-old Daphne Zeringue was taken to the Harrison County jail and bond…
Bob Uecker, beloved baseball announcer and 'Major League' actor, dies at 90
By David K. Li Beloved baseball broadcaster and actor Bob Uecker, who parlayed an unremarkable playing career into an decades-long stint behind the mic and in front of the camera, died on Thursday, officials said. He was 90. "We are heartbroken…
Mississippi State returns to Biloxi for two-game stand in March at Keesler Federal Park
Mississippi State will return to the Coast this spring for a two-game stand at Keesler Federal Park. The Bulldogs will play in the 2025 Hancock Whitney Classic on March 11…
Police searching for two teens in January 9 shooting
Gulfport Police have identified suspects in a January 9 shooting on 39th Avenue. Police say 15-year-old Justyn Lee Jones and 17-year-old James Reginald Sibley are wanted for aggravated assault in the incident. They are considered armed and dangerous. Detectives say…
Details emerge, arrest made in Long Beach shooting
Long Beach Police have charged an 18-year-old with aggravated assault after a late night shooting. Police said Keone Moore was charged with aggravated assault and possession of a controlled substance. He was taken to the Harrison County jail and bonds…
Shermarion Miner upcoming vigil and funeral services
New details are in as the Jackson County coroner Bruce Lind Jr. says after autopsy results 15-year-old Shemarion Miner died of natural causes. He passed away January 9th after collapsing at…
Police recover drugs, guns, and alligators at Picayune home
Picayune Police raided a house on Glenwood Street on Wednesday and confiscated more than 5o pounds of marijuana, mushrooms, steroids, 14 firearms — and eight alligators…