Mild and dry start on Thursday with rain returning by the weekend
We'll stay dry overnight with lows around 71 degrees. An easterly breeze will continue, with occasional gusts up to 25 mph. Thursday looks like the pick of the week, featuring…
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MBI investigating officer-involved shooting in Simpson County
MENDENHALL, Miss. (WXXV) — The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting that happened Wednesday in Simpson County. Deputies were called to a home on Blair Road in Mendenhall to conduct a welfare check. When they arrived, they…
Elijah’s Closet seeks community support to continue serving the Mississippi Gulf Coast
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Elijah’s Closet is asking for help. It’s a local nonprofit whose mission is to help children and families involved in, or…
Meet the candidates: Gulfport City Council Ward 2
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Just one week out from the special election for Gulfport City Council's Ward 2 seat, the four candidates gathered for a public forum at…
Jackson County Road Department announces indefinite closure of Roy Cumbest Bridge
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Road Department has announced the indefinite closure of the Roy Cumbest Bridge. The closure begins on Thursday, June 4 at noon. The closure is due to significant roadway erosion on the west side…
The Downtowner announces opening date in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- After more than a year of construction, The Downtowner has announced its opening date. The Downtowner will open June 9, 2026. It’s located in the historic Triplett-Day Building at the corner of Highway 49 and 14th Street.…
Florida man arrested after beachfront chase in Waveland
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)-Waveland police say a Florida man is facing multiple charges after leading officers on a short chase along the beach. Police say an officer tried to pull over a Jeep traveling 44 miles per hour in a 25…
Pearl River Softball talks NJCAA Division II World Series win with WXXV
The NJCAA Division II World Series Champion Pearl River Community College Softball team joins us in studio. WXXV Sports Director Ansley Brent sits down…
Meet the ‘Hawaiian Yorkies’: Viral Gulf Coast dogs chase remote-control car
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- While normally dogs enjoy a game of fetch, one local family says their pups prefers something a bit fast and furious.…
‘Shrek the Musical’ takes over the Beau Rivage this summer
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- ‘Shrek the Musical’ is getting ready to take the stage at the Beau Rivage. The magic starts long before the curtain goes up…
18-Wheeler wreck causing traffic diversions in Pearl River County
Pearl River County, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Highway Patrol is reporting two 18-wheelers have crashed near Mile Marker 22 in Pearl River County. The incident happening around 3 Wednesday morning. Traffic is being diverted to Highway 11 and Highway 53 at…
Local community helps Pascagoula teen meet his birthday goal of 1,000 cards
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The local community is supporting a Pascagoula teen who has an interesting goal for his birthday. Grayson Richardson, who turns 16 on Wednesday, only had one wish: to receive 1,000 birthday…
Rain continues this evening with drier air moving in Wednesday
Tonight, showers and thunderstorms will remain likely through the evening hours, gradually tapering off late. Overnight lows will settle near 71 degrees with light south winds becoming calm. Rainfall will…
Mississippi Free Fishing Weekend 2026: No license required June 6-7, regulations still apply
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is reminding anglers they can fish without a recreational fishing license during Free Fishing Weekend. That is…
Mississippi launches statewide AI framework
The state has launched what’s called the Mississippi Statewide AI Framework. The governor is bringing the AI Workforce Readiness Council, Accelerate MS, and the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network together to make…
Billfish Classic announces schedule changes due to forecast
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Billfish Classic organizers have announced some changes to this week’s schedule of events. Due to the forecast later this week, the boat parade originally set…
Summer season officially underway at Charlie’s U-Pik in Wiggins
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- Fresh-picked veggies and family fun are back on the Gulf Coast. Charlie’s U-Pik is open for the 2026 summer season, inviting visitors to grab…
Gulfport native Derick Hall agrees to contract extension with Seattle Seahawks
WXXV SPORTS- Gulfport native Derick Hall and the Seattle Seahawks have reached an agreement on a contract extension. According to Adam Schefter, the deal is…
WXXV’s Asia Ellis speaks with ‘Shrek the Musical’ Director ahead of opening at Beau Rivage
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- An ogre is making his way to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. ‘Shrek the Musical’ is kicking off this…
Expect a quiet Monday night with more storms possible Tuesday
Our weather pattern remains fairly typical for early June, with warm temperatures, high humidity, and daily opportunities for scattered showers and thunderstorms. Tonight, only an isolated storm is possible before…
Registration available for CTA hurricane evacuation transportation
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Hurricane season is officially here and Coast Transit Authority is prepared for evacuation transportation. Registration for this free service is quick and easy. CTA requests that registration is renewed annually. To preregister online, click here. You…
The MS Gulf Coast Billfish Classic returns to South Mississippi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Anglers from across the Gulf region are heading to Biloxi for one of the region’s premier sport-fishing events this week. The Mississippi Gulf…
State leaders discuss AI tech at MGCCC Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- State officials and employees got a firsthand look at artificial intelligence Friday. The Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network hosted Anthropic Day Mississippi on Gulf…
No injuries reported after Sunday house fire in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Moss Point fire crews were able to save a house in the city after a fire broke out there overnight Sunday. Crews got the call around 2:30 a.m. Sunday morning and responded to the scene on…