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…
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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…
Bond denied for estranged wife accused of fatally shooting husband in Pearl River County
Tanya Saucier, the woman accused of shooting her estranged husband outside the Pearl River County Courthouse on Tuesday, has been denied bond. The 49-year-old Saucier woman has been in the Pearl River County Jail since the shooting that happened about…
Victim in Pearl River fatal car accident identified
The victim in a fatal crash in Pearl River County has been identified. Sixty-six year old Nathan Boone of Picayune was killed in the wreck Wednesday afternoon. Officials say Boone’s vehicle collided with a semi-truck after crossing the center median…
Two-car crash causes vehicle to run into paint store on Highway 609
A two-vehicle accident on Highway 609 on Thursday morning ended with one of cars crashing into the Sherwin Williams paint store. A 47-year-old woman was driving the vehicle that crashed into the store about 8:30 a.m. Jackson County Fire's C-shift…
Senate passes defense bill that includes projects for the Coast
The U.S. Senate just passed Congress’ annual defense bill, the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act. The legislation includes numerous Mississippi priorities. The bill passed the House last week and now heads to President Joe Biden's desk for signature.…
Ocean Springs, school district report error found in millage calculation
The City of Ocean Springs and the Ocean Springs School District recently found an error in how the millage for the 2024-2025 school district was calculated, resulting in a shortfall of taxes that were to go to the district. The…
Huntington Learning Center's Teacher of the Month: Isiah Fredericks Head Start's Donelda Bolden
Each month, WXXV and Huntington Learning Center team up to honor one Teacher of the Month along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. December's Teacher…
Suspect in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO will return to New York to face murder charges
By MARK SCOLFORO and MICHAEL R. SISAK Updated 9:30 AM CST, December 19, 2024 HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (AP) — The suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO will return to New York to face murder charges after agreeing to be extradited Thursday during a court appearance…
Trump calls for abolishing the debt ceiling
By Garrett Haake, Rebecca Shabad and Sahil Kapur President-elect Donald Trump said Thursday that Congress should get rid of the debt ceiling, a day after he came out against a deal reached by congressional lawmakers to fund the government before a shutdown occurs. In a phone…
Community comes together for Downtown Ocean Springs Gingerbread Bash and Dinner
On Wednesday night St. Paul's in Ocean Springs was host to the Gingerbread Bash and Family Dinner. People from across the community were invited to a night of free homemade…
New Orleans Saints owner Gayle Benson donates to Salvation Army Angel Tree
Every year the Salvation Army gives away toys and food to those in need across the Mississippi Coast. WXXV News 25's Lucas was at…
Surprising our Heat for the Holidays winner!
Geiger Heating and Air, in a partnership with WXXV News 25, gave away their tenth annual ‘Heat for the Holidays’ H-Vac system this morning. The event offered a chance…
Gulfport councilman announces intention to resign seat
A Gulfport councilman has announced his intention to resign his Ward 5 seat. Myles Sharp posted to social media on Tuesday that he will leave the city council because of a new job opportunity coming up in the new year.…
The City of Gautier Announces Judicial Appointments
Gautier, Mississippi; December 18, 2024 – The Gautier City Council has appointed Judge NeShondria “Shon” Ellerby as Municipal Judge and Judge Kaleigh Nelson as Judge Pro Tempore. Judge Ellerby succeeds Amy Lassitter St. Pe, who has served as Municipal Judge…
Two arrested in connection with deadly hit and run in Gulfport
Two people have been arrested in connection to a fatal hit and run accident in Gulfport. The Gulfport Police arrested 46-year-old Kenith Ray Smith and charged him with one count of hit and run causing death. Police also arrested 48-year-old…
Wreck near Poplarville Exit on I-59 results in death
A wreck in Pearl River County leaves one person dead this afternoon. That's according to MHP Troop K spokesman Landon Orozco, no other injuries have been reported at this time. Mississippi Highway Patrol is on the scene of a two-vehicle…
WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. surprises Heat for the Holidays winner
It’s the 10th year of the Heat for the Holidays Giveaway and now we find out who won an HVAC System from Geiger Heating…
Suspect in Pearl River County shooting charged with murder
A woman who allegedly shot her estranged husband outside the Pearl River County courthouse has been charged with murder. 49-year-old Tanya Lindell Saucier was taken into custody by Poplarville Police shortly after the shooting. She was taken to the Pearl…
Gulfport Police gives six kids a Christmas shopping spree
With it being the season of giving the Gulfport Police Department decided to give six kids some Christmas joy. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren has the story.
Estranged wife who police say fatally shot man at Pearl River County courthouse taken into custody
A man who was in court for a divorce proceeding was shot outside the Pearl River County Courthouse in Poplarville just before 1 p.m. Tuesday. …
Deadline to apply for Feed the Needy approaching
Christmas is right around the corner and law enforcement across the Coast is doing their part to give back to the community this holiday season. The deadline to…