Slain FBI agents worked to protect children from abusers
The FBI has identified the child pornography suspect who fatally shot two FBI agents at a Florida apartment complex as 55-year old David Huber.
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Harrison County investigating suspicious mobile home fire
Harrison County Fire Rescue is investigating a mobile home fire that has been ruled suspicious. Firefighters were called to a fire at Landon Road and Allen Road on Wednesday night about 10 p.m. The fire, which was the second structure…
Progress being made on bond project for Jackson County School District
Progress is being made on a potential bond issue for facility improvements in Jackson County schools. For a year now, Jackson County School District Superintendent Dr. John Strycker and other district leaders have been crafting a bond…
Fully involved house fire destroys home in Harrison County
A structure fire destroyed a Harrison County man’s home earlier this evening. Just after 4 p.m. this afternoon, Harrison County Fire Services, along with Biloxi Fire and D’Iberville Fire Departments, responded to a fully involved structure fire…
Orphaned dolphin finds a new temporary pod at IMMS
An orphaned dolphin discovered in Gulfport has found a new pod, at least a temporary one. Researchers at IMMS give us an update on how they and veterinarians are nursing the juvenile dolphin back to good health.…
Winn Dixie giving back to community in support of Black History Month
Winn-Dixie is giving back! The grocery store chain is dedicated to supporting the communities they serve. A little change can make a world of difference. Starting February 3rd and ending March 2nd, local Winn-Dixie grocery stores are…
Pascagoula native Sarah Thomas making history as first female official in the Super Bowl
When you are watching the Super Bowl this coming Sunday you will see Pascagoula native Sarah Thomas as she makes history. Thomas is the first female NFL official in Super Bowl history. Pascagoula High School may look…
Louisiana artist pays respects to Lt. Michael Boutte
Fellow brother in blue Rodney King pays his respect to local fallen deputy Lt. Michael Boutte after his death on Monday while on duty. King is an artist and fellow law enforcement officer who lives in Belle…
Fully involved house fire in Harrison County
Just after 4 p.m. this afternoon, Harrison County Fire Services, along with Biloxi Fire and D’Iberville Fire departments, responded to a fully involved structure fire on C.J. Dellie Road. News 25 has a reporter at the scene…
Mississippi board sets timeline to start medical marijuana
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Members of the Mississippi Board of Health say regulations for a medical marijuana program will be in place by a July 1 deadline. But they also say it's unclear how soon marijuana might be available to patients. Aug.…
Governor Tate Reeves extends mask mandate executive order
JACKSON — Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced the decision to extend Executive Order 1535 and Executive Order 1536 until Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 5:00 PM. Under E.O.1536, the following counties are currently under a county wide mask mandate after…
Mississippi Senate passes legislation increasing broadband connectivity, accessibility
Jackson, Miss. — The Mississippi Senate approved a bill today which would expand connectivity and accessibility of reliable, high-speed internet across the state. Senate Bill 2798 allows energy companies to lease “dark fiber,” or fiber deployed along power grids currently unused…
MSDH reports 791 new COVID-19 cases and 26 new deaths
The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 791 new COVID-19 cases and 26 new deaths. The statewide total stands at 277,322 cases and 6,158 deaths. Here’s a look at the cases by county in our area:…
Rule prevents video of 'gotcha' moments in Mississippi House
By LEAH WILLINGHAM Associated Press/Report for America JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Mississippi House members have adopted a new rule banning people from taking videos of lawmakers on the House floor. The rule was adopted Wednesday. Republican Jason White is the…
Making Black History featuring Joan Hampton
February is Black History Month. Every Tuesday this month on WXXV we will feature a person here on the Coast who is making a difference. Today, News 25’s Sabria Reid introduces us to Joan Hampton. She refers…
Lt. Michael Boutte gives life in the line of duty
Yesterday, Hancock County Sheriff’s Deputy Lt. Michael Boutte was fatally shot while responding to a welfare concern on Earl C. Ladner Road in the Necaise community. While the incident is currently under investigation by the Mississippi Bureau of Investigations, the…
Suspect in fatal shooting of Lt. Michael Boutte identified
At the request of the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office, the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Hancock County. On Monday, February 1st, 2021, deputies with the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office responded to a welfare concern in…
Ribbon cutting at Remembrance Mortuary Services in Pass Christian
Usually funeral homes are somber places, but that wasn’t the case today at Remembrance Mortuary Services in Pass Christian. Remembrance Mortuary Services Owner Lataya Johnson said, "It's heartfelt for me because when I was growing up, I…
Vaccine supply on the rise in Mississippi
A quarter of a million vaccinations have been done in the state of Mississippi, Governor Tate Reeves announced the milestone this afternoon. Reeves says we’re operating at peak capacity and working to get even more vaccines into…
Hancock County Sheriff speaks on the passing of Lt. Michael Boutte
Tears filled the room this afternoon as Hancock County Sheriff Ricky Adam spoke on the tragic death of Lt. Michael Boutte. Lt. Boutte devoted 20 years to law enforcement and served in the United States Air Force…
MSDH reports 825 new COVID-19 cases and 76 new deaths
The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 825 new COVID-19 cases and 76 new deaths. The statewide total stands at 276,531 cases and 6,132 deaths. Here’s a look at the numbers by county in our area:…
Suspect flees scene of hit and run in Pascagoula
A driver fled the scene of a hit and run after striking a pedestrian in a wheel chair in Pascagoula. The Pascagoula Police Department says officers were called to the scene on Highway 90 near Victoria Street…
Mississippi considers longer postpartum Medicaid coverage
By LEAH WILLINGHAM Associated Press/Report for America JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Mississippi legislators are trying to improve the health of new mothers and their babies by allowing women who are enrolled in Medicaid to keep that coverage for up to…
Gov. Reeves: 30,000 new vaccination appointments available
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves announced 30,000 new appointments to get the coronavirus vaccine were available Tuesday. Coronavirus inoculations in Mississippi are being done at hospitals, community health centers, private clinics and at 21 state-run drive-thru sites.…