Lucas and Sam Tracking Santa on Christmas Eve
Using the NORAD Santa tracking system Lucas and Sam give the viewers and update on Santa's location and how they track the big man on Christmas Eve.
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The WXXV News 25 Staff share their favorite Christmas stories
For Christmas, the WXXV News 25 staff shares their favorite holiday memories. Sam Parker - Meteorologist Austin Hill - Production Assistant [blox_vms account="WXXV" key="e38eacfcd1b6b6f2a430022cd9132bab61e6cc95" vtitle="Austin Hill shares his Christmas…
MDOT has updates on road construction projects in South Mississippi
WXXV's Lucas Warren has updates on road construction projects in South Mississippi. The Mississippi Department of Transportation provided timelines on the projects affecting South Mississippi motorists.…
Caring and Sharing Group to hold free Christmas Day dinner in Stone County
Caring and Sharing Group is organizing a free Christmas Day meal from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Stone County Fairgrounds.…
American Airlines nationwide ground stop on Christmas Eve is lifted
By Marlene Lenthang and Jay Blackman The Federal Aviation Administration briefly issued a nationwide ground stop for all American Airlines flights the morning of Christmas Eve, as the airline said a "technical issue" was affecting flights. The FAA said the ground stop was…
Civil rights icon James Meredith is honored in his Mississippi hometown
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS KOSCIUSKO, Miss. (AP) — A new historical marker has been unveiled in the hometown of James Meredith, honoring the Black man who fought white supremacy by integrating the University of Mississippi in 1962. Meredith, 91, wore a red Ole…
Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport gives holiday travel tips
The Transportation Security Administration predicts that approximately 40 million people will fly between December 19th and January 9th. Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport saw an increase in travelers this past weekend and anticipates continued high traffic as…
Gulfport battles brush fire near apartment complex
Gulfport Fire Department battled a brush fire this morning that burned about 20 acres. Chief Billy Kelley said when firefighters arrived on scene in an area between 39th Avenue and 34th Street by Emerald Pines Apartments, about 2 acres were…
Chanukah events coming up in South Mississippi
Rabbi Akiva Hall of Congregation Beth Israel was in studio on Monday to talk about Chanukah events coming up on the Coast. Chanukah begins the evening of Dec.…
Birds at poultry farm in Greene County test positive for bird flu
A commercial poultry breeder in Greene County was informed that the flock tested positive for bird flu, according to the Mississippi Board of Animal Health. The Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory conducted the tests and it was confirmed…
US Naval ship comes to Gulfport
WXXV 25's Jordyn Lassiter had the once-in-a-lifetime chance to tour a US Naval ship! The USNS Pathfinder, a U.S. Navy oceanographic survey ship, serves as the lead vessel in its class. Its primary mission…
Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO on N.Y. state charges
By Adam Reiss and David K. Li Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Monday to New York state charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, as his defense complained about police parading him in “perp walks” that are “perfectly choreographed, utterly political.” Mangione wore a…
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi Honors Veterans with Wreath-Laying Ceremony and Holiday Giving Initiative
Biloxi, MS, December 18, 2024 – Team members from Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi recently gathered at Biloxi’s National Cemetery to lay over 17,000 wreaths in a heartfelt tribute to the nation’s veterans. This annual event, which has been…
MDOT suspends work, urges safe driving for holiday travel
JACKSON, MISS. – ‘Tis the season for holiday travel! This year, AAA estimates that a record 119.3 million Americans will travel more than 50 miles from home between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day, expecting to break the previous record set in…
One dead, another wounded in early morning shooting in Waveland
Waveland Police have arrested a man in connection with an early Saturday morning shooting. Police say 22-year-old Robert Sams Jr. of the Kiln has been charged with 1st degree murder and aggravated assault He was taken to the Hancock County…
Biloxi battles early morning apartment fire
Biloxi Fire crews battled an apartment fire early Saturday morning. Firefighters arrived about 2:30 a.m. at Woodland Towns Apartments on Irish Hill Drive to find one of the structures fully involved and threatening other nearby units. No injuries were reported…
Update: Gulfport Councilman Myles Sharp officially tenders resignation
Gulfport Ward 5 Councilman Myles Sharp officially tendered his resignation to Council President Rusty Walker Friday, days after announcing his intention to resign. Sharp's resignation takes effect at 11:30 p.m. on Monday, December 30. Since the resignation takes effect with…
Two Hancock County men charged with trying to bribe witness in stalking case
Two Hancock County men have been charged with trying to pay off a victim to drop his charges against Alan Moran. 23-year-old Jeremy Billings of Diamondhead and 23-year-old Ian Schexnayder of Bay St. Louis are charged with bribing a witness.…
Mega Millions jackpot up to over $800 million
The Mega Millions jackpot continues to grow. No winners were reported following Tuesday night’s drawing. Those numbers were 56,66,67,68,69 with a Megaplier of 18. The next drawing for…
Elf the Musical takes over the stage at the Beau Rivage
You may have seen the movie Elf, but you’ve definitely never seen it like this before. Elf the Musical has taken over the stage at the Beau Rivage, bringing one of the…
Part Two: Marco's Conversation with Buddy the Elf!
WXXV News 25's Marco Bitonel is hanging out with Buddy the Elf at Beau Rivage Casino Resort ahead of continued performances of 'Elf: The Musical' at Beau Rivage Theatre. Here's…
Jackson County Sheriff's Department hands out toys for Santa Wears a Badge toy drive
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department was out distributing toys from their Santa Wears a Badge Toy Drive. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was at the Jackson County Fair Grounds with more.
Judge rules Alan Moran violated probation
A judge ruled that Alan Moran violated his probation when he was arrested on a misdemeanor stalking charge and sent him back to jail. The court appearance on Thursday afternoon was to determine whether Moran violated the terms of his…
Gaming Commission approves one casino site, defers decision on second
The Mississippi Gaming Commission gave site approval to one casino project on the Coast, while the other was deferred. Representatives for the Tullis Garden Hotel and Casino project was approved after the commission determined it met all statutory requirements. But…