Paradise Pier Fun Park opens Friday in Biloxi
Exciting news for adventure-lovers here on the Coast. Margaritaville’s Paradise Pier Fun Park in Biloxi is opening in just a matter of days. News 25’s Janae Jordan gives…
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Success story of child with rare heart syndrome
With today being the final day of American Heart Month, we introduce to you a success story of a child living with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. Narissa Behrens-Brown…
Mississippi enacts ban on gender-affirming care for minors
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi Republican Gov. Tate Reeves signed a bill Tuesday to ban gender-affirming care in the state for anyone younger than 18, part of a broad effort in conservative states to restrict transgender athletes, gender-affirming care and…
Former Jackson County employee pleads guilty to embezzlement
A former Jackson County employee has been convicted of embezzlement. State Auditor Shad White said Jonathan Smith was convicted of two counts of embezzlement in Jackson County. He was sentenced to five years in prison, followed by five years of…
Fill-Up with Billups closed in Biloxi
A popular Biloxi eatery is closing after five years in business. Fill-Up with Billups on Beach Boulevard in Biloxi posted to social media Monday, saying the location was closing at the end of the day. The restaurant opened in 2018…
Burglary call turns into officer-involved shooting in Harrison County
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving Harrison County Sheriff’s Department. According to MBI, deputies responded to a suspected burglary near Merlin Lane and Orange Grove Road in Gulfport about 10:15 p.m. Monday night. Two suspects…
Memorial Hospital celebrates Black History Month
Memorial Hospital held their Black History Month program to celebrate the significant contributions of team members and leaders within the health and wellness community. For 75 years, Memorial Health System…
Governor Reeves signals support for Medicaid bill providing coverage for new moms
Governor Tate Reeves spoke out on the debate over postpartum Medicaid coverage in Mississippi, saying for the first time that he will sign a…
Firefighters push for rules changes to fight against ‘forever chemicals’
The National Fire Protection Association Technical Committee met to discuss the urgent need to revise regulations when it comes to firefighter turnout gear. Carcinogens and toxins…
Bill to restrict transgender related healthcare in Mississippi
On February 21st, the Senate passed an anti-transgender healthcare ban with Bill HB 1125. Governor Tate Reeves prepares to sign the bill Tuesday. The bill prohibits transgender related…
Biloxi man sentenced to maximum for aggravated assault
Gulfport, Miss. – District Attorney W. Crosby Parker announced that Billy Shannell Nailer, Jr., age 50, of Biloxi, was sentenced today to the maximum 20 years day-for-day for aggravated assault. Nailer was convicted of aggravated assault following a jury trial…
Former Stone County circuit clerk back in jail on embezzlement charges
A former Stone County circuit clerk under indictment for embezzlement is back in jail today after his bond was revoked. According to our media partner the Sun Herald, Special Judge Richard McKenzie on Monday revoked bond for Jeffrey O'Neal. He…
Doobie Brothers bringing 50th anniversary tour to Biloxi
The Doobie Brothers are Takin' It To The Streets again -- and this time, the street is Beach Boulevard. The iconic rock band known for hits like "China Grove," "Black Water" and "Long Train Running" is celebrating 50 years in…
Biloxi Police asking public's help to find missing woman
Biloxi Police are asking for the public's help to locate a woman who has not been in contact with family. Police said 32-year-old Carlee Wilkie has been missing since December 7. Her mother contacted police as a welfare concern. She…
Biloxi Police investigating early morning shooting
Biloxi Police are investigating an early morning shooting on Howard Avenue. About 2:06 a.m., officers responded to the 900 block of Howard Avenue in reference to fight. When they arrived, someone…
Two teenagers arrested in Gulfport on charges of armed robbery and aggravated assault
On February 21, 2023, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 16-year-old Zyion Bell and charged him with one count of Armed Robbery and one count of Aggravated Assault. On February 24, 2023, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 17-year-old Michael Carleon Casey…
Biloxi man sentenced for aggravated assault on law enforcement officers
BILOXI, Miss. – District Attorney W. Crosby Parker announced today that Michael David Wheeler, 51, of Biloxi, entered a guilty plea to two counts of Aggravated Assault of Law Enforcement Officers on Wednesday of this week. Circuit Court Judge Lisa…
Family and supporters of Jaheim McMillan hold press conference in Gulfport
The family of Jaheim McMillan held a press conference to talk about the body cam footage released by the police. Jaheim’s mother, along with supporters…
Biloxi High School coach and teacher Joey St. Amant dies from ALS
Today, the Biloxi community is mourning the loss of their beloved football coach Joey St. Amant, also known as Elmo, who recently lost his…
Blow Fly Bar and Grill opens in Gulfport
Blow Fly Bar and Grill is officially open in Gulfport. Blow Fly Bar and Grill is finally open and staff couldn’t be more thrilled to get to work.…
Motorcyclist killed in collision with 18-wheeler on I-10
A motorcyclist is dead after a crash with an 18-wheeler on the Wolf River Bridge on Interstate 10 this afternoon. MHP Spokesman Cal Robertson confirmed the fatality that…
Body cam footage released in October 6th shooting of Jaheim McMillian
WXXV has obtained video from the officer-involved shooting on October 6th. We want to warn you some of the video could be considered disturbing. The one minute and…
Grand jury clears officer in shooting death of Jaheim McMillan
The Harrison County grand jury has cleared a Gulfport Police officer of any wrongdoing in the shooting death of Jaheim McMillan. We want to warn you,…
Jackson County man faces sex crime charges
A Jackson County man has turned himself in after being accused of sexual battery on a teenager. 39-year-old Brandon Merrill turned himself in on Sept. 9, 2022 to face two counts of sexual battery and one count of touching a…