New Safe Haven Baby Box unveiled at Gulfport Fire Department
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The newest Safe Haven Baby Box was blessed in Gulfport Thursday morning. The newest Safe Haven Baby Box represents a significant step forward…
Featured
Supreme Court allows enforcement of Mississippi social media age verification law
By MARK SHERMAN and LINDSAY WHITEHURST Updated 1:25 PM CDT, August 14, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday refused for now to block enforcement of a Mississippi law aimed at regulating the use of social media by children, an issue…
Amtrak volunteers ready to greet passengers next week
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- A group of volunteers gathered at the Gulfport Amtrak boarding platform ahead of the passenger train’s first trip across The Coast next week. With Amtrak…
UPDATE: George County man charged in death of father
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A George County man is now charged in the death of his father. Thirty-four-year-old Michael Williams was taken into custody Wednesday and charged with manslaughter and tampering with physical evidence. The incident happened just after 5:30…
Push for more farmers markets in Mississippi
Every Wednesday, the Gulfport Farmers Market opens down at Jones Park. There are several regular farmers markets on the Coast. Mississippi Agriculture and Commerce Commissioner Andy Gipson is heavily…
Governor Reeves announces youth mental wellness platform
Governor Tate Reeves announces the launch of a program at helping young state residents. Governor Reeves is teaming up with Canopy Children’s Solution and the Mississippi Development Authority to…
Harrison Central High launches new AP Cybersecurity pilot program
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Harrison Central High School announce its selection by the Mississippi Department of Education to launch a new advanced placement cybersecurity pilot program for…
Holy Trinity kindergartener receives Make-A-Wish sendoff party with classmates
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV) -- It's The Most Magical Place on Earth, and pretty soon, one deserving five-year-old will get to experience it for the…
Mississippi Power donation helps customers pay energy bills
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Some Mississippi residents will have the chance to get money off their power bills thanks to a generous donation from the Mississippi Power Foundation.…
Three arrested in Gulfport in relation to an aggravated assault
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Three people have been arrested in Gulfport in relation to an aggravated assault. Twenty-three-year-old Kaleb Harvey was charged with three counts of aggravated assault. 21-year-old Demarius Harper was charged with one count of accessory after the fact. 21-one-year-old…
Rascal Flatts 'Life is a Highway Tour' coming to Mississippi Coast Coliseum
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Country music band Rascal Flatts is bringing their 'Life is a Highway Tour' to the Gulf Coast. Rascal Flatts will perform at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum on February 19, 2026. The tour also features special guests Lauren…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon announces big changes ahead of December 2025 event
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Changes are coming to the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon ahead of the 2025 event, which runs from December 13th-14th.…
Officials gather for the Harrison County State of the County Address
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County State of the County Address was held Tuesday. The annual address is hosted by the Gulf Coast Chamber…
Stone County Correctional Facility announced Goodpath Workforce Development Training
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County Correctional Facility announced the start of their Goodpath Workforce Development Training. Inmates are able to participate in hands-on training to…
New details in suspension of Moss Point Police Chief
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- New details in the case involving the Moss Point police chief who was suspended last week. According to our media partner, the Sun…
Bay St. Louis artist commemorates Amtrak's return with hundreds of handmade medallions
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV) -- After months of waiting, Amtrak is set to make its inaugural journey on the Mardi Gras Route…
Singing River Health System holding blood drive to help local family
Singing River Health System is hosting a series of community blood drives this week across the Coast in honor of Kevin Chevalier. Chevalier is the…
Getting an update on 2025 Shrimping Season
We’re a couple of months into the 2025 shrimp season. Shrimp boats are heading out to drop their nets, gulf shrimp is available at harbors, docks, and seafood wholesalers…
One week until Amtrak service returns to the Gulf Coast
SOUTH MISS (WXXV)- We are one week away from the return of Amtrak to the Gulf Coast. It’s been a long time coming in terms of…
Victim identified in Sunday evening police chase that ended in fatal crash
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The investigation continues after a police chase and subsequent crash left one person dead Sunday evening in Biloxi. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer identified the victim in that crash as 19-year-old Tyler Harris of Biloxi. Biloxi police…
Genetic testing scams on the rise in Mississippi
The state Senior Medicare Patrol says there is a rise in genetic testing scams happening. Beneficiaries are reporting that they are receiving calls from medical providers with offers…
Nontraditional Student from Gautier finds success at Singing River Healthcare Academy
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) - With the opening of Singing River's Healthcare Academy, one nontraditional student is pursuing her LPN through the academy’s career-focused programs.…
Back to School Blitz: Meet Danielle Ladner, WXXV and Huntington Learning Center's August Teacher of the Month
SAUCIER, Miss. (WXXV) -- Our third and final day of WXXV and Huntington Learning Center's Back to School Blitz…
Two-vehicle crash leaves one dead in Stone County
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- One person is dead after a head-on crash involving a car and a van over the weekend in Stone County. Officials with Mississippi Highway…