"Bailee One 'Down' Right Special Girl"
Ocean Springs author Joy Gough launched her book 'Bailee One ‘down’ right special girl' just in time to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month. The book is about Bailee Edwards, who…
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Gulfport P.D. offers tips on staying safe during the holidays
Holiday cheer is once again in the air. That means its the season of Christmas trees, family gatherings, holiday shopping and an increase in criminal activity. "Honestly, it's a lot more the crime of opportunity. We need to make sure…
'Be a Santa to a Senior' to bring Holiday Cheer
While some seniors will be able to spend the holidays with their families-- others may not. So Home Instead of ocean springs is hosting their 18th annual "Be a Santa to a Senior program" promising another season of holiday cheer.…
Missing teen last seen in Gulfport
The Gulfport Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing teenager. 16-year-old Marian Nyeshia-Oshae Powell, of Gulfport, was last seen near Highland Avenue on November 17th wearing a black and yellow jacket. Powell has black hair…
Two charged with drug trafficking after traffic stops in George County
Southeast Mississippi Narcotics Task Force made arrests during traffic stops in George County that resulted in the seizure of more than 70 grams of methamphetamine. Ladarius M. Johnson, 28, of Wilmer, Alabama, was arrested on November 12 after a traffic…
Sports betting underway at 8 Louisiana casinos; more planned
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Eight Louisiana casinos have started accepting bets on live-action sporting events, and seven more applications for sports wagering licenses from casinos are pending, according to the head of the state’s gambling regulatory board. The Advocate reports that…
'Banner: A Sea Turtle Saga' premieres today
One of the Mississippi Aquarium's most beloved residents is now the inspiration for an original children's musical. News 25's Lorraine Weiskopf was live from the aquarium this morning and has more.
Biloxi Police investigating fatal shooting
Biloxi Police are investigating a shooting on Sunday night that left one dead and another in critical condition. Biloxi's Criminal Investigations Division said in a press release that officers responded to the 2000 block of Lawrence Street about 10:50 p.m.…
Waste Management announces route schedule for Thanksgiving week
Waste Management will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 25 in observance of Thanksgiving. Customers regularly serviced on Thursday will be collected on Friday and Friday customers will be serviced on Saturday. All other routes will run as scheduled. Waste Management…
Pascagoula Police investigating shooting at basketball court
Pascagoula Police are investigating a report of a shots fired in the Orchard Road and Bayou Casotte area on Sunday afternoon. The incident is being investigated by the Criminal Investigations Division. Police are asking the public to avoid the area.…
Two arrested in armed robbery in Big Point community of Jackson County
Two people are charged with armed robbery that occurred in the Big Point community of Jackson County on Saturday night. Sheriff Mike Ezell said in a press release that deputies arrested Xavier…
Woolmarket Elementary School earns 2021 National Blue Ribbon Award
Today, Woolmarket Elementary School hosted a special ceremony to celebrate the school’s 2021 National Blue Ribbon Award. Woolmarket Elementary School received this prestigious recognition based on the…
Humane Society of South Mississippi dealing with capacity crisis
The Humane Society of South Mississippi is currently at a capacity crisis and is in need of the public’s help. The shelter has nearly 400 animals in-house…
NCBC holds Chief Petty Officer pinning ceremony
Many people gathered at the Naval Construction Battalion Center today where they held their chief petty officer pinning ceremony. The CPO pinning ceremony represents the transition of newly selected…
Grand jury report on shooting of Joseph Rohrbacker
A partial grand jury report says the circumstances leading to the shooting of Joseph Rohrbacker by Hancock County deputies on February 1st were investigated. Rohrbacker was accused of…
Disney on Ice returns to the Coast Coliseum
If you are looking for something to do with the kids this weekend, Disney on Ice is back in Biloxi at the Coliseum. News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf has…
MSDH reports 426 new cases of COVID-19 and seven deaths statewide
Today MSDH is reporting an additional 426 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and seven deaths. Three of these deaths occurred between August 20 and November 17, and four of these deaths occurred between November 1 and November 12, identified from…
Man dies after officer-involved shooting in Biloxi on November 13th
A man shot by a Biloxi police officer last Saturday has died from his injuries. 41-year-old Issac Bell of Gloster died Thursday of multiple gunshot wounds.…
Stennis Airport receives RESTORE grant for technology park
Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission received $2.2 million in RESTORE Act funds for a technology park at Stennis International Airport. The 40-acre technology park will consist of multiple buildings built in phases. The funding, which stems from the 2010…
15th annual Hunger-Homeless Meal Giveaway gives back at community
November is Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month and to help those out in the community, Back Bay Mission and Hard Rock Hotel and Casino came together to…
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety announces the launch of Mississippi Mobile ID
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety announced today it is partnering with Idemia, the world-leading biometric and identity solutions provider, to introduce Mississippi…
ChoRuss Vocal Ensemble performing this Friday in Biloxi
A group of Russians will be performing at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church on Friday. Performing in the concert and hailing from St. Petersburg, Russia. There will…
Remains found in Jackson County in 2016 identified
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department has announced the identity of human remains initially found in 2016 in Moss Point. Through the help of a private donor, the state…
MSDH reports 380 new cases of COVID-19 and five deaths
Today MSDH is reporting an additional 380 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and five deaths. Two of these deaths occurred between November 16 and November 17, and an additional three deaths occurred between October 18 and November 8, identified from…