Mississippi Sneaker Culture Convention at MGCCC
Sneaker heads united at MGCCC's Harrison County Campus Sunday for the first Mississippi Sneaker Culture Convention. WXVV News 25's Lucas Warren has this story.
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Trump chooses Rep. Elise Stefanik to serve as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations
By Garrett Haake and Rebecca Shabad President-elect Donald Trump has tapped House Republican Conference chair and longtime ally Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., to serve as ambassador to the United Nations, a Trump transition official confirmed to NBC News on Monday. Stefanik is Trump's…
A person is dead and 16 are hurt after a shooting at Tuskegee University; 1 arrest made
By JEFF MARTIN ATLANTA (AP) — A shooting early Sunday during homecoming weekend at Tuskegee University in Alabama left one person dead and injured 16 others, a dozen of…
84% of Mississippi 3rd graders pass reading assessment for 2023-24 school year
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) today announced 84% of third graders passed the third-grade reading assessment after the final retest for 2023-24. Though the pass rate is slightly lower than 2022-23 (84.9%), third graders achieved an…
MGCCC hosts 4th Annual Career Coaches & High School Partners Tour, highlighting pathways to student success
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College welcomed 50 administrators, counselors, and career coaches from Mississippi and Alabama to the 4th Annual MGCCC Career Coaches & High School Partners Tour on November 1, 2024. This annual tour, launched in 2021, immerses high school partners…
Thanksgiving Feed the Needy accepting orders
The Biloxi Police Department, along with Harrison County public safety agencies and donors, are working together to once again host "Feed the Needy," a program to deliver Thanksgiving Day meals to the homes of those who might otherwise not have…
Historical figures come back to life for Live Oak Cemetery Tours
On Friday, Pass Christian took a step back into the past as it hosted the Live Oak Cemetery Tours, giving attendees a glimpse into the lives of those who shaped Pass…
St. Pe, Schloegel to face off in runoff for State Court of Appeals District 5 seat on November 26th
An update on the state of the race for Court of Appeals District 5, Position 2. This race is heading to a November 26th runoff and it appears that Amy St. Pe will face Judge Jennifer Schloegel for a seat…
WXXV News 25 and Magic 93.7 team up to flip the switch on Christmas music
The flip has been switched on Christmas music for the Gulf Coast! Members of the WXXV News 25 team joined 93.7…
Bay St. Louis Appoints Interim Police Chief Alvin Kingston Following Chief Toby Schwartz's Resignation
Bay St. Louis, Mississippi – On November 6, 2024, Mayor Mike Favre accepted the resignation of Police Chief Toby Schwartz, who stepped down from his position due to personal reasons. Chief Schwartz, has served Bay St. Louis since August 2022,…
Memorial Health System Agrees to Acquire Merit Health Biloxi
GULFPORT, Mississippi – November 8, 2024 – On November 8, 2024, Memorial Health System entered into an agreement with a subsidiary of Community Health Systems, Inc. to acquire full ownership of Merit Health Biloxi. The transaction is expected to be completed in…
Bribery charges brought against Mississippi mayor, prosecutor and council member
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Updated 4:46 PM CST, November 7, 2024 JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The mayor of Mississippi’s capital city, the top prosecutor in the state’s largest county and a Jackson City Council member have been indicted on conspiracy and bribery…
Stone County asks public's help to find burglary suspect
Stone County Sheriff's Department is asking the public's help to identify a suspect in an early morning burglary. The department posted on social media that a convenience store had a break-in early Friday morning. Security cameras captured an image of…
WXXV Friday Night Showcase Top Five Plays
Friday Night, Thursday Night, Sunday Night... It doesn't matter what night these High School Football Games are played on because there are always highlight plays being made. Let's…
Salvation Army red kettles returning outside local stores for the holiday season
Beginning on November 16, the Salvation Army bells will ring outside Rouses and other select grocery stores stores across the coast, with a full launch planned for Walmart and other…
Citywide Leisure and Recreation District Coming to Gautier
Gautier City Council has voted to allow a Leisure and Recreation District. This new ordinance will allow customers at certain businesses to take their liquor to-go.
President-elect Trump names Susie Wiles as chief of staff
By ZEKE MILLER, MICHELLE L. PRICE and JILL COLVIN WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump has named Susie Wiles, the manager of his victorious campaign, as his White House chief of staff. Wiles is widely credited within and outside Trump’s…
Biden to deliver remarks following Trump’s win
President Joe Biden is scheduled to deliver remarks to the nation Thursday in what will be his first appearance on camera following Donald Trump’s decisive victory over Kamala Harris.
Broadwater Marina getting some needed revitalization work done
The Mississippi Secretary of State's Office has begun a restoration project on the Mississippi Gulf Coast aimed at revitalizing the infrastructure of the 30-acre, state-owned area known locally as the Broadwater Marina that sits south of Highway 90. The property…
Winn-Dixie along HWY 49 in Gulfport closing its doors to become an ALDI
The Winn-Dixie in Gulfport along Highway 49 is heading into its final days, as on November 10 it will shut its doors to transition into the newest ALDI location. Signs…
WXXV News 25’s Grant Chighizola sits down with newest WXXV team member Dave Elliott
Big news here at WXXV today, veteran news anchor Dave Elliott is joining the WXXV News Team! News 25’s Grant Chighizola sits…
Locals react to 2024 General Election results
With the presidential election in the rear-view mirror, many are voicing their opinions on the results. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren spoke with local residents about their feelings on the 2024…
Harris says nation must accept election results while urging supporters to keep fighting
WASHINGTON (AP) — Kamala Harris said Wednesday that “we must accept the results of this election” as she encouraged supporters to continue fighting for their vision of the country after her loss to Donald Trump. The Democratic vice president…
Harris has called Trump to concede the 2024 presidential race
By Monica Alba, Yamiche Alcindor and Rebecca Shabad Vice President Kamala Harris has called Donald Trump to congratulate him on winning the 2024 presidential race, according to a senior Harris aide. Harris discussed the importance of a peaceful transfer of power and being a president…