Coast author releases new book
A Coast author is out with a new book for young girls aimed at celebrating the power of being unique. Moss Point native Lane Bird celebrated the release of her book ‘Unique’ with a book signing at Barnes and Noble…
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Storm surge barrier meeting
A local resident is raising public awareness for his plan to combat storm surge along the Mississippi Coast. Diamondhead resident Lee Taylor knows firsthand the damage storm surge can do to coastal areas. He moved to the area a few…
President of Jackson State University resigns after bust in prostitution sting
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The president of Jackson State University resigned Monday after he was arrested in a prostitution sting in central Mississippi. The police chief in the Jackson suburb of Clinton said Monday…
Mississippi Coast Convention Center 'sanitized, cleaned, scrubbed' after illnesses
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — The director of the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center says their building has been thoroughly cleaned and disinfected following reports of illnesses among groups that had events there. Dozens of people who attended a Mardi…
Surprise reunion at Woolmarket Elementary
There were a lot of tears and smiles at Woolmarket Elementary this morning as a military dad reunited with his son. For Ezra Knight, what started out as an ordinary day in kindergarten turned into one he will never forget…
Dozens sick from Mississippi Coast Convention Center visit
Dozens of people caught an illness after events at the Coast Convention Center. Two separate groups of people from separate events reported they became ill after attending events at the convention center. News 25 spoke with Executive Director Matt McDonnell…
Deadly hit and run suspect appears in court
The suspect in Wednesday’s deadly hit-and-run at CSL Plasma Center in Gulfport made his initial court appearance today. Thirty-four year-old Justin Overall’s bond was set at more than $3.5 million. He’s been charged with manslaughter, five counts of aggravated assault,…
Elks Mardi Gras Parade tomorrow in downtown Ocean Springs
It’s time to get the Mardi Party going in Ocean Springs. The first parade of the Carnival Season in Ocean Springs will be tomorrow at 1 p.m. The Ocean Springs Elks Mardi Gras Parade with Krewe Unique will roll the…
Gulf Coast Historical and Cultural Exposition
The history of the Gulf Coast is being celebrated today for the first day of the Gulf Coast Historical and Cultural Exposition. Historical organizations and destinations are gathered at the Biloxi Visitors Center for this event, including Beauvoir, the Mardi…
ESCI conducts study for Biloxi
Looking for ways to improve is always important, especially when it comes to first responders and keeping residents on the Coast safe which is why the Biloxi Fire Department requested and received a federal grant to bring in the Emergency…
Get a Head Start on Coast Weekend Events with Finally Friday with Porsha Williams
It's Finally Friday and as many of you are heading into the final day of your work week - we have some things you might want to consider while making your plans here on our Mississippi Gulf Coast. News 25…
Check Out Other People's Money on Stage in South Mississippi
A hot shot Wall Street guy is trying to take over a small New England company, but not without a fight. You can watch "Other People's Money" unfold on stage this weekend at Center Stage Biloxi. Hadley Hill and David Slatten…
Tune in Monday with Gautier Mayor for Mayoral Monday
In 2019, the city of Gautier saw major improvements in an ongoing sewage problem, as well as water quality improvements, and a new walking trail and fitness area. Tune in on Monday on FOX at 8 am to hear the…
Looking inside the ‘Soul of the Coast’
Though efforts to improve the quality of life for African-Americans are as old as the United States, the fight for equality really ramped up in the 1950s and 60s. That fight, we know as the Civil Rights era. In the…
Economic development on Division Street
The area of Division Street near the under-construction Keesler Gate will soon experience some major changes. Biloxi is accepting bids on the demolition of nine properties in the area between I-110 and the new gate near Forrest Avenue to prepare…
Pascagoula Mayor Candidate Forum
There is a special mayoral election set for next Tuesday in Pascagoula and this morning at the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce’s Candidates Forums each candidate got to answer questions and give reason as to why they are fit for…
Coast child dies from rare brain cancer
Four Coast children have now died from a rare childhood cancer called DIPG. Three-year-old Brooklyn Willis from Pascagoula died Wednesday morning around 10 a.m. She had a seven month fight with the rare and incurable childhood brain tumor. In 2017,…
Witness to deadly hit and run at CSL Plasma Center speaks out
We’ve been keeping you up to date on the deadly hit and run that left one woman dead. Today, a witness speaks out about the incident and tells us what he saw. On Wednesday, a hit and run in Gulfport…
Wanted in connection with counterfeit money
Biloxi Police Department is searching for an unknown white female who entered a business in the 1800 block of Beach Boulevard and allegedly purchased lottery tickets with a counterfeit $100. The suspect is about 5’2” and weighing an estimated 135…
D’Iberville city leaders address flooding concerns
Flooding has been an ongoing issue for some areas in the City of D’Iberville for more than 50 years and residents are frustrated. Forest Cove and D’Iberville Boulevard near Boney Avenue are among the main high flooded areas. On Wednesday,…
Moss Point tax return preparer indicted for filing false tax returns
WASHINGTON (WXXV) — A Moss Point woman was arrested today on a federal grand jury indictment charging her with aiding and assisting in the preparation of false tax returns and filing false personal tax returns. According to the indictment, Talvesha…
Let the good times roll with the Krewe of Barkloxi PAWrade
Grab your pooch and get ready for the 4th annual Krewe of Barkloxi PAWrade on February 16th! All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of South Mississippi!
"Our hearts are broken." Mobile 4-year-old dies from flu complications, family says
MOBILE, Ala. (WXXV) — A preschooler is dead after suffering complications from the flu, according to the child’s family. Anna Kate Wilkerson's father says that he believes his 4-year-old passed away Saturday due to complications from influenza Type A, but…
Unveiling This Month's New Edition of South Mississippi Living Magazine
If you're looking for the perfect wedding dress, or venue to get married, be sure to check out the new edition of South Mississippi Living Magazine. This is just one reason you'll want to check out this Coast magazine! The…