GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists working at the Port of Gulfport made two first-in-Mississippi pest discoveries in fruit shipments during the month of March. The first discovery was identified as a Cholus sp…
The first wave of stimulus relief checks were deposited into some Americans’ bank accounts over the weekend, according to the IRS. The one-time payments were approved by Congress as part of an emergency relief package intended to combat the economic…
(WXXV) — The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting 161 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 2,942. MSDH is also confirming 2 new deaths as a result of the novel coronavirus. The death toll in…
As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, Carnival Cruise Line has announced new cancellations of planned sailings. The cruise line said Monday morning they are having to cancel the following sailings: All ships sailings through and including June 26, 2020 All…
MISSISSIPPI (WXXV) — There are 11 confirmed deaths and multiple injuries throughout the state due the severe weather that hit Mississippi on Sunday, according to emergency management officials. Counties Reporting Fatalities: Carroll – 1 Fatality Jefferson Davis – 4 fatalities…
NAVAL CONSTRUCTION BATTALION CENTER, Gulfport, MISS. – Mississippi Public Health Authorities have made the Naval Construction Battalion Center aware that one of our Navy civilian employee has passed away due to COVID-19 complications. The employee self-identified as a high-risk…
The rampage of COVID-19 continues throughout the country, leaving no stone unturned including in our jail and prison systems. With the initial news of the Coronavirus outbreak the entire world stopped including the court systems. “All the court cases were…
The annual Stations of the Cross had limited attendance this year due to COVID-19 gathering guidelines, but News 25’s Toni Miles takes us behind the scenes as the faithful observed this year’s Stations of the Cross at noon today at…
Today Mississippians eligible under the Unemployment Insurance (UI) program will begin seeing the $600 stimulus funding deposited on either their debit cards or into their bank accounts, announced today by the Mississippi Department of Employment Security, April 10, 2020. This…
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 209 new cases of COVID-19 in the state and six deaths. The state total now stands at 2,496 including 82 deaths. Hancock County has 37 cases and five deaths, Harrison County has…
JACKSON — Today, Governor Tate Reeves signed two new executive orders to protect healthcare professionals from transmission and liability as they aid in Mississippi's response to the COVID-19 outbreak. "We are so blessed to have our nation's best and brightest in…
JACKSON—The Mississippi Republican Party’s state convention, originally scheduled for May 15 and 16, has been postponed. As part of an ongoing response to COVID-19, Governor Tate Reeves today issued an executive order granting political parties flexibility in conducting their state…
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is teaming up with members of the community to serve the brave men and women of the medical field who are helping COVID-19 patients. You can help Dickey’s Barbecue say thanks to the medical community by joining…
Your Easter plans may have changed this year, but Our Lady of Fatima Elementary School has found a safe and fun way to celebrate that includes the entire family. There will be a virtual Easter egg hunt with an interesting…
A statewide burn ban is now in effect in Mississippi. Governor Tate Reeves signed the proclamation that states under the ban outdoor burning of any kind is prohibited. Officials say this ban was put in place to help reduce the…
Coming next week: Automatic payments begin Eligible taxpayers who filed tax returns for either 2019 or 2018 and chose direct deposit of their refund will automatically receive an Economic Impact Payment of up to $1,200 for individuals or $2,400 for…
WASHINGTON – To help millions of people, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today launched a new web tool allowing quick registration for Economic Impact Payments for those who don’t normally file a tax return. The non-filer tool, developed in…
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting 209 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 2,469 MSDH also reported 6 new deaths on April 9 as a result of coronavirus, bringing the death toll 82. In…
With the U.S. experiencing an extremely high number of initial unemployment claims, WalletHub today released updated rankings for the States with the Biggest Increases in Unemployment Due to Coronavirus. To identify which states have experienced the largest unemployment increases, WalletHub…
Biloxi firefighters are now receiving hazard pay in the midst of the Coronavirus outbreak. On Monday morning, Mayor FoFo Gilich approved the emergency work premium pay to all essential personnel. Employees like law enforcement or firefighters will receive one half…
Easter Sunday, the hallmark holiday for those of the Christian faith, celebrated for centuries. The COVID-19 outbreak has forced a change in the way churches are celebrating this special day of resurrection and new life. Westminster Presbyterian Pastor Will Shurley…
The teachers of Saucier Elementary are sending their love this week using the entire color wheel. The teachers left personal messages for their students during the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. All Mississippi schools are currently closed through April 17th as a…
There are only five reported cases of COVID-19 in Stone County currently, but businesses are still having to alter their operations or close down entirely as a result of emergency regulations. It’s been quite the adjustment for the owners of…
In compliance with orders from the Mississippi Gaming Commission, IP Casino Resort Spa will remain closed until further notice. The following updates have been made regarding the continued closure: • All April and May events and offers have been canceled…