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The importance of adopting shelter pets

If you know any of us here at News 25, you know we are big on supporting our pet family. This weekend, we are heading to Jackson County Animal Shelter to help clear the shelter. Statistics show that each year,…

McKeithen family honored at First Responders Night

In an effort to support our local heroes, WXXV presented First Responders Night at MGM Park for the Biloxi Shuckers game. It was a really special night at MGM Park as the community came together to support our first responders.…

Dixie Newman wins State Senate race

The certified winner of the Coast’s closest election this primary season is speaking out following the win. Current Biloxi City Council member Dixie Newman was certified yesterday by the Republican Executive Committee. Newman still holds a one-vote lead over Scott…

Mayor King files appeal on veto

Today, Mayor Mario King packed another punch in the Moss Point city battle between the mayor’s office and the board of aldermen. Mayor King authored the nearly 20-page appeal himself that was submitted to the Circuit Court of Jackson County.…

19-year-old Gulfport man convicted of second-degree murder

District Attorney Joel Smith announced today that Kobe Augustine, 19, from Gulfport, was convicted by a Harrison County jury this afternoon of second-degree murder for the killing of 16-year-old Nigel Poole, also of Gulfport. Augustine was 15 years old at…

Habitual offender sentenced to 35 years

A Lucedale man has been sentenced to 35 years in prison on assault and kidnapping charges dating back four years ago. Andrew Williams, 31, was sentenced to two counts of kidnapping in Jackson County in March 2018 and one count…

Ocean Springs police search for armed robbery suspect

Ocean Springs police are searching for the man involved in an armed robbery at a Dollar General on Tuesday. According to police, the suspect entered the Dollar General on Government Street near Walnut Drive, brandished a firearm and demanded money…

New push for Biloxi firefighters

Have you always wanted to fight fires and help out your community as a first responder? Well, you may be in luck because the Biloxi Fire Department needs you to step up. They are currently accepting applications. To push for…

WXXV REDUCED POWER NOTICE

WXXV will be broadcasting at reduced power temporarily due to a lightning strike last night.  Our engineers are working on the transmitter to restore our signal as quickly as they can.  We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

First Responder Night at MGM Park

You can join our Biloxi Shuckers in honoring our local heroes in the community tonight. Last night’s game between the Biloxi Shuckers and Mobile Baybears was postponed due to heavy rain in the Biloxi area. The game will be made…

Subject involved in a shoplifting

The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in identifying a subject involved in a shoplifting in the 2600 Block of CT Switzer Sr. Dr. On July 24th, a white male left the store with a grey Superman hat and…

#CleartheShelters Campaign Featured Pet: Lucy

You can help make life better for a local animal simply looking for a place to call home! WXXV has been partnering all week with the Jackson County Animal Shelter to help 'clear the shelters!' Thursday's featured pet is Lucy,…

Gorenflo Elementary closed to students Thursday due to fire

This afternoon, several thunderstorms popped up which Biloxi school officials believe caused lightning to strike one of the AC units at Gorenflo Elementary School. Firefighters were able to control the fire shortly after the lightning strike. As a result, students…

Balius 100th anniversary

It’s a historic time for a historic business here on the Coast. A century has come and gone and one D’Iberville business is still serving the oyster industry on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and beyond. Balius Welding and Iron Works…

Attorney Carlos Moore back as co-counsel on Sims case

After withdrawing himself from the case investigating the shooting death of Toussaint ‘Diamon’ Sims, Attorney Carlos Moore has officially rejoined the case. This comes after Moore withdrew from the case Tuesday morning. Now, Moore is back on the case as…

Hancock Whitney Splash Bash theme and artwork revealed

Today, the theme for the Hancock Whitney Splash Bash benefiting the Mississippi Aquarium was announced. September’s party is being hailed “The Year of the Croc.” This year’s Splash Bash will spotlight the endangered American Crocodile. Bob and Bob were in…

First Responders Night at MGM Park

Tomorrow night you can join our Biloxi Shuckers in honoring our local heroes in the community. WXXV is presenting First Responder Night at MGM Park for the game against the Mobile Baybears. The Shuckers will be wearing specialty Biloxi police…

Businesses could get federal aid from toxic algae

Businesses along Mississippi’s Gulf Coast might be able to get federal aid if they’ve suffered economic losses due to toxic blue-green bacteria in the water. At least five businesses from each affected county have to show they’ve suffered substantial economic…

Popp’s Ferry Bridge back open

According to the City of Biloxi, the Popp’s Ferry Bridge experienced an electrical shortage caused by the rain in the area yesterday. The electrical shortage affected a switch that dealt with the closing of the bridge and is currently being…