American Red Cross Diversity blood drive aims to help sickle cell patients
The Southeast Mississippi chapter of the American Red Cross is set to host a blood drive this weekend to raise awareness for a disease not well…
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Justice Department formally moves to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug in historic shift
By LINDSAY WHITEHURST Associated Press The Justice Department has formally moved to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug in a historic shift in generations of U.S. drug policy. A proposed rule sent Thursday to the federal register recognizes medical…
Two arrested in shooting in Gautier
GAUTIER, MS – On Wednesday, May 15, 2024, the Gautier Police Department responded to a reported shooting at the 2400 block of Camino Grande Street. When officers arrived, a residence was discovered to have been struck by gunfire. There were…
Missing Gautier woman found safe
GAUTIER, MS – The Gautier Police Department announced that missing woman from Gautier has been found. Twenty-year-old Noemi Garcia was found and is safe.
17-year-old arrested and charged with capital murder in connection with Gulfport shooting
On May 15, 2024, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 17-year-old Lawrence Corley IV and charged him with two counts of Capital Murder. On May 13, 2024, at approximately 8:46 p.m., officers of the Gulfport Police Department responded to the 800…
Biloxi Police Department honors fallen officers
As National Police Week continues, South Mississippi law enforcement agencies continue to honor those officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. Outside the Biloxi Police Department, first…
Electrik Maid bakery in Biloxi celebrates 100 years
An iconic Biloxi bakery is celebrating 100 years of tasty treats on the Coast! Electrik Maid Bakery first opened its doors on April 12th, 1924. Over the…
House Resolution 106 introduced by Rep. Mike Ezell passes
The House of Representatives passed a resolution introduced by Congressman Mike Ezell, a measure expressing support for law enforcement officers across the country. House Resolution 106 was…
Recognizing the impact of the Biloxi Wade-in 65 years later
This summer marks 65 years since the start of the Biloxi Wade-ins, a significant moment in the civil rights movement here on the coast. "Stand up for…
Bay High School graduation rescheduled to Thursday due to weather
Due to inclement weather, the Bay Waveland School District announced that they are moving the graduation ceremony. The ceremony will now take place on Thursday, May 16th at 7 p.m. at Joe D. McCullough Stadium.
Man sentenced to 50 years for sexual battery and touching of a child for lustful purposes
Biloxi, MS – Thirty-five year-old Gary Raymon Rush of Meridian, MS was sentenced this week to a total of 50 years in custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections for the charges of Sexual Battery and two counts of Touching…
Biden and Trump agree on presidential debates on June 27 and in September
BY JOSH BOAK, ZEKE MILLER AND JILL COLVIN Updated 10:27 AM CDT, May 15, 2024 Share WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump on Wednesday agreed to hold two campaign debates in June and September — the first on June…
Port Director Bo Ethridge Steers ‘Port Pascagoula’ in New Direction
(PASCAGOULA, MS) – After one year as Port Director, Bo Ethridge is announcing a new direction and vision for “Port Pascagoula” through rebranding and business recruitment. Port Pascagoula’s Board of Commissioners met today to discuss plans for the Port’s new…
Former Governor Phil Bryant suing reporter for defamation
Former Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant and his wife, Deborah Bryant, are suing a Sports Illustrated reporter and Sports Illustrated’s parent company for defamation. In May 2023, Sports Illustrated published an article written by SI senior writer Michael Rosenberg titled ‘The…
Celebrate Cities: Diamondhead
WXXV Chief Meteorologist Rob Knight stopped by the Club at Diamondhead to continue our Celebrate Cities series in Diamondhead. This week we are celebrating all things Diamondhead! In this series, we will be highlighting cities all across the Gulf Coast.…
5/13 - Trey Tonnessen's "Severe Weather" Monday Night Forecast
Overview: Severe Thunderstorm watch still in place for coastal MS and coastal southeast LA. Possible Wake Low trying to develop behind the storms Hazards: All…
Victims identified in fatal overnight shooting in Gulfport
Two people have died after an overnight shooting in Gulfport, Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer confirms. The Gulfport Police Department are currently investigating the shooting in the 800 block of 27th Street, just a few blocks south of Pass Road.…
Traffic Alert: Popp’s Ferry Bridge reopen to traffic
The Popp's Ferry Bridge in Biloxi is now reopened to traffic. City officials tell News 25 that the bridge would not open or close and it was stuck in the down position. This caused the bridge to be closed to…
5/13 - Trey Tonnessen's "Enhanced Severe Risk" Monday Evening Forecast
The developing squall line over southwest Louisiana has already had a history of producing a few tornadoes and widespread wind damage. This line is expected…
Eviction deadline extended for Gulf Grove Apartments in Waveland
The Waveland Board of Alderman extended the eviction deadline for Gulf Grove Apartment residents. As we reported back in April, residents in the apartments were ordered to…
Waveland lifts city-wide boil water notice
The Boil Water Notice has been lifted for Waveland. In a social media post, the city said that the notice was due to a burst in the main water line. This notice was lifted at 3:15 on May 15th, 2024.…
‘Safer Act’ bill signed by Governor Tate Reeves
Governor Tate Reeves signs Senate Bill 2753, also known as the Safer Act, into law today. The bill sets new guidelines and restrictions on which bathrooms transgender people in Mississippi can use in public buildings. Most notably, the bill says…
5/13 - The Chief's "Heavy Rain, Severe Threat Continues" Monday Afternoon Forecast
THREAT FOR HEAVY RAINFALL AND SEVERITY. The Flood Watch will remain as rainfall amounts are still coming in from 3 to 6 inches with the…