Pavilion project across from Centennial Plaza underway on Harrison County beach
The Department of Marine Resources is working on a project to build a pier and pavilion across from Centennial Plaza. The project, funded by GOMESA, is part…
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Suspect arrested on one count of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death
Gulfport police arrested a suspect accused of leaving the scene of an accident causing death. Police on Saturday responded to the intersection of Beach Boulevard and Courthouse Road, where they found a person dead at the scene and another victim…
City of Ocean Springs releases traffic plan for Peter Anderson Festival
The Peter Anderson Arts Festival is happening this weekend in Ocean Springs and road closures are expected. Certain streets will be closed to thru traffic…
Recognizing community heroes for National First Responder Day
Some of the biggest unsung heroes in our community are first responders, WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren highlights some of these heroes for National First Responder Day. Monday was National First Responder Day,…
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Mississippi on Election Day
By ANNIE MA Updated 6:00 AM CDT, October 25, 2024 WASHINGTON (AP) — Voters in Mississippi will cast their ballots on Nov. 5 in the race for the White House, U.S. Senate and U.S. House. In the presidential race, Democratic Vice…
Harrison County fire crews battle house fire Sunday
Harrison County fire crews spent part of the day on Sunday battling a house fire just west of Gulfport. According to Harrison County Fire Rescue, it happened at…
Police investigating Saturday night shooting at Biloxi park
Biloxi police continue to investigate a Saturday night shooting at a park in the city. Details are still limited, but officials tell us one person was injured in…
Court says Mississippi can’t count late ballots but the ruling doesn’t affect Nov. 5 vote
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS and KEVIN McGILL JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A conservative federal court said Mississippi cannot count mail-in ballots that arrive shortly after Election Day, however Friday’s decision was not expected to affect the Nov. 5 election. Although the appellate judges firmly…
Three arrests made in Gulfport drive-by shooting incident
Gulfport announced it has made three arrests in connection with a drive-by shooting on Wednesday. 20-year-old Donnez Rafeyon Lebron Yarbor, 20-year-old Na’Alhyia Nakia Miller and 24-year-old Devon Rechard Wilkerson each were charged with one count of drive-by shooting. They were…
Gautier residents frustrated with road closures in the city
Gautier residents are expressing their frustrations over roads being closed for maintenance work on the railroad. The city announced the closure of Ladnier Road on Friday and and Saturday, as well as a planned closure of Dolphin Drive on October…
Melange Dance Company preparing for 46th annual performance of The Nutcracker
Ballerinas Mary Amelia Clemens and Gracie Mitchell visited WXXV on Friday morning to talk about their Melange Dance Company's upcoming production of The Nutcracker. Local ballerinas are preparing for the…
Weekend events coming up in November at 100 Men Hall
Rachel Dangermond and Alligator Mike joined us at WXXV to talk about events coming up next weekend at 100 Men Hall. On Saturday, Nov. 2, is Dia de los Muertos,…
Everett Ganier Jr. takes the coast on a haunted boat tour
Halloween is just around the corner, one unique boat tour gives those daring to set sail a big scare! Disturbing legends were told as Everett Ganier Jr.…
Community comes out for Sea of Stars fundraiser benefiting the Mississippi Aquarium
The Hancock Whitney Sea of Stars fundraiser benefitting the Mississippi Aquarium wrapped up last night. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was there for all…
Mississippi's Aquarium Sea of Stars Fundraiser
The Mississippi Aquarium hosted their annual Sea of Stars fundraiser event. The event featured live music, a variety of gourmet vendors, exhibits, silent auctions and more. WXXV News 25's Lucas Warren was…
MSU President Dr. Mark Keenum on the Gulf Coast
Mississippi State University President Dr. Mark Keenum served as a visiting speaker at Thursday’s Gulf Coast Business Council meeting. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter has more.
Prosecutors recommend resentencing Erik and Lyle Menendez in 1989 killings of their parents
By STEFANIE DAZIO and JAIMIE DING Updated 3:49 PM CDT, October 24, 2024 LOS ANGELES (AP) — Prosecutors will recommend Erik and Lyle Menendez be resentenced for the 1989 killings of their parents in the family’s Beverly Hills home, providing the brothers with a chance…
Hancock Whitney Sea of Stars fundraiser benefitting Mississippi Aquarium
The Hancock Whitney Sea of Stars Fundraiser kicks off this evening, raising essential funds for the Mississippi Aquarium. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel has the latest on what South Mississippi can expect…
Search for missing man leads to his body in Moss Point and arrest in case
A Moss Point man has been charged in connection with a missing man found dead on Wednesday morning. Police said 22-year-old Johnny Anderson was charged with murder and was taken to Jackson County jail. Bond has not been set pending…
Livestock at the Jackson County Fair
The Jackson County Fair is in full swing, but one of the biggest events is still on the horizon. At the Jackson County Fair, there’s plenty to keep you busy.…
Hobie Sailboat Championships at Ocean Springs Yacht Club
Did you know the Ocean Springs Yacht Club is hosting a hobie sailboat national championship, featuring racers from all over? WXXV 25's Jordyn Lassiter has more...
10/23 WXXV's 'Weather Kid' Wednesday
John Salem of St. Vincent de Paul School in Long Beach is WXXV's Oct. 23 Weather Kid! If you’d like your child to be our next WXXV Weather Kid, just…
Biloxi Public Schools to roll out new fleet of electric school buses
Biloxi Public Schools recently announced a new initiative which would introduce the largest fleet of electric school buses in Mississippi. Funded through an 11 million dollar grant from the Environmental Protection Agency's,…
Biloxi barbershop could potentially be city's newest landmark
Tyrone's Barber and Beauty Shop has been providing hair services in Biloxi for several decades, and could now potentially be Biloxi's latest city landmark. On Tuesday's Biloxi City Council meeting, a first reading…