Mississippi Aquarium welcomes their millionth guest
The number one million means a lot of one family at the Mississippi Aquarium. Sophia Neves and the Powers family found out about their fame during what they thought would…
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14-year-old charged with murder in death of 16-year-old
A 14-year-old has been charged in the shooting death of a 16-year-old in Harrison County On Sunday. Sheriff Matt Haley said that at about 2:30 p.m. Sunday, deputies responded to the 13000 block of Robindale Road in Gulfport for…
Harrison County battles house fire Saturday night
Harrison County Fire Rescue and two other departments battled an house fire on Saturday night. Gulfport Fire Department and CRTC also responded in Harrison County. The house was fully involved when units arrived. No one was home at the time…
Four arrested after shooting at Gulfport airbnb
Gulfport Police have made arrests after responding to a report of a shooting at an air B&B early Saturday morning. Police have arrested four suspects: Tedric Antonio Owens, 35, was charged with two counts of aggravated assault, one count…
MDOT kicks off Road to Game Day 2024
JACKSON, MISS. – Hey, football fans! Gearing up for the season requires a game plan, and through the “Road to Game Day” campaign, the Mississippi Department of Transportation is sharing its playbook to get you to kickoff safely. To avoid congestion…
Traveling over Labor Day weekend? Have a back-up plan for cancellations and delays, and be patient
By DAVID KOENIG Updated 7:48 AM CDT, August 26, 2024 Share Many children have gone back to school in the U.S., and the days are getting shorter, but there is still one more excuse to use the swimsuits and beach towels…
A Latte Friends begins training ahead of grand opening
A D’Iberville coffee shop that we introduced you to a few weeks ago has begun training its superstars. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has more from A Latte Friends. When we last…
Moss Point man to serve 40 years for killing man when he was 15
A Moss Point man will spend 40 years in prison for a murder he committed when he was 15. Judge Calvin Taylor sentenced 18-year-old Korey Monroe on Thursday for the January 18, 2021 murder of 18-year-old Caleb Lett. He must…
Sheriff's Department lifts lockdown at Harrison Central
Harrison Central High School was on lockdown for about an hour Friday as a precautionary measure after a threatening phone call came in to the school. District spokeswoman Trang Pham Bui confirmed the lockdown and said notification went out to…
Gulfport Police Department holds gun safety class
Gulfport Police hosted an introduction to gun safety course. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel takes a look at how it is providing essential training for gun owners.
Mississippi Highway Patrol Labor Day Travel Period
Jackson, Miss -The Mississippi Highway Patrol is preparing for the last summer holiday, with the 2024 Labor Day holiday travel period. This is set to begin on Friday, August 30th, at 6:00 a.m. and conclude on Monday, September 2nd, at…
One shot in George County; suspect later shot in Mobile County
George County sheriff's investigators are looking into the cause of a shooting that happened Thursday on a sandbar along the Escatawpa River. It happened in the Baxter Avenue area. The victim had to be airlifted to USA Hospital in Mobile…
Remembering Hurricane Katrina 19 years later
Hurricane Katrina made landfall 19 years ago today. Katrina hit Mississippi as a category three hurricane, leaving destruction and significant loss of life. The National Weather Service saying Katrina is one…
Labor Day Weekend travel safety tips
Prices are expected to be down for travelers this Labor Day weekend with travel projected to be up 9 percent from last year, according to AAA. This evening, WXXV News…
State leaders remember Hurricane Katrina
State officials remembering the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina 19 years later. Governor Tate Reeves saying “When Mississippi gets knocked down, we come back stronger and more determined than ever.” Congressman Mike…
George County athletics director charged with possession, distribution of child porn
The George County athletics director has been charged with possession and distribution of child pornography. George County Sheriff Mitchell Mixon said his office and the state Attorney General's Office searched the home of 51-year-old Chris West on Thursday morning. West…
MDOT remembers Hurricane Katrina 19 years later
HATTIESBURG, MISS. – It’s been nearly 20 years since Hurricane Katrina made landfall, but the storm continues to shape life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. On the 19th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, the Mississippi Department of Transportation urges residents to have…
A glance into the D'iberville Middle School's robotics program
Last year, the D’Iberville Middle School Robotics Team finished in the top 60 in an international competition after only being in existence for a few years. This…
USM Gulf Park Campus celebrates new school year
With the new school year kicking off the University of Southern Mississippi wanted to welcome their students on the Coast into the new year. Hardy Hall was host…
Canopy opens new school in Biloxi for students with special challenges
Community members and leaders gathered in Biloxi on Wednesday to celebrate the grand opening of the new Canopy CARES School. In coordination with the Biloxi School District, Canopy held a special ribbon cutting ceremony…
Jackson County Chamber recognizes local organizations at annual Anchor Awards
The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Anchor Awards this morning. The Anchor Awards recognize outstanding small businesses along with nonprofits organizations in the…
Firefighters battle house fire in Harrison County
A Biloxi family is surveying the damage after an overnight fire at their home in the Woolmarket area. Upon arrival at the home off Shorecrest Road, Biloxi fire crews…
15 year sentence handed down in Jackson County drive-by shooting case
A Southaven man was convicted and sentenced in Jackson County Circuit Court on August 26th for a drive-by shooting. The shooting happened in the Gulf Park Estates community of Ocean Springs on November 20, 2021. Judge Keith Miller sentenced Rinehart…
AT&T strike negotiations continue
An update on negotiations between AT&T and striking workers in Mississippi. The Communications Workers of America saying in a statement today that negotiations continue, but a resolution has not been reached at this point. That means more than 17,000 union…