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Houston man placing $3.5M sports bet at Scarlet Pearl

What would you do with $3.5 million? One Houston man knows exactly how he wants to spend that amount of money. Today, he’s here on the Coast to show us how. News 25’s Andrew Scherer is at the Scarlet Pearl…

ACT Work Ready Initiative kicks off in Harrison County

Today the Harrison County community took a step for the future of workforce ready employees in their community. It was the kickoff for their county wide ‘ACT Work Ready Initiative,’ which more than 25,000 employers are a part of nationwide.…

Gulfport Main Street and CTA partnering for 'View the Cruise'

It’s almost time for the Coast’s biggest kick-off party as Gulfport Main Street revs up for the 10th annual ‘View the Cruise’ event this weekend. Festivities will take place all around downtown Gulfport on Saturday, October 5th and Sunday, October…

An Introduction to Tuesday's Pet of the Week!

Tuesday morning, we had a special live guest in the studio. Katie King with the Humane Society of South Mississippi introduces this week's special guest, kitty Michael, in today's Pet of the Week segment on News 25 Today.    

Rooted in Rare: An Upcoming Party with a Purpose!

A party with a purpose! News 25 Today anchor Jaylon Morris caught up with Kaitlyn Orth, the Administrative Assistant for the United MSD Foundation to get all the details about the Rooted in Rare MSD Foundation upcoming fundraiser and birthday…

Secretary of State Candidates Ready for Thursday Debate

Five weeks from today, voters throughout the state will head to the polls to cast their ballots in the November 5th general election, and once the final tally is in, there will be a new Secretary of State, since current…

MDOT Warns: Keep an Eye Out for More Deer On State Roads

As the season slowly changes into Autumn, the Mississippi Department of Transportation is urging everyone driving in the state of Mississippi to keep an eye out for deer. According to MDOT, deer become more active and visible on our Mississippi…

Remembering Harrison County Sheriff’s Deputy Glenn Everett Roe

The community is still mourning after the loss of Harrison County Sheriff’s Deputy Glenn Roe. Glenn passed away Saturday after being hospitalized for injuries sustained in a three vehicle crash that also injured his wife. “I’m gonna miss him. I’m…

Millions of dollars being invested in new projects on the Coast

Coastal Mississippi CEO Milton Segarra tells News 25 that the future of the Coast looks bright with $600 million of new projects being worked on including the aquarium. With the tourism industry in South Mississippi being hit hard by the…

Governor appoints $5.9M to Biloxi waterfront plans

The City of Biloxi waterfront could see some major upgrades in the future thanks to Governor Phil Bryant. Governor Bryant has directed $5.9 million for Biloxi’s waterfront plan. These two grants are part of the governor’s 2019 Gulf of Mexico…

Biloxi police investigating human skeleton found on roof

Biloxi police are investigating a strange incident out of the downtown area. Police say most of an adult human skeleton has been found on the roof of a building. Investigators say no foul play is suspected. Harrison County Coroner Brian…

Pascagoula police investigating after body found in hotel room

The Pascagoula Police Department is investigating a possible homicide that may have taken place over the weekend. Shortly before noon on Saturday, Pascagoula police responded to a call at the Studio 6 Hotel regarding the possibility of a deceased man.…

‘Homes for Dogs’ Adoption Drive

Folks in Jackson County came out to help our four-legged friends on Saturday. Coldwell Banker Smith Homes Realtors and the Jackson County Animal Shelter hosted their ‘Homes for Dogs’ adoption event. The event featured live music, raffles for certain pet…

Cruisin' the Coast 2019 Schedule of Events

Here is a complete list of all the events going on for Cruisin' the Coast 2019 Saturday, October 5 Casino Entertainment Jesse Hill, 6-10 p.m., Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, Scarlet’s Steaks & Seafood Unfazed Show Band, 8 p.m.-midnight, Hollywood Casino…

Harrison County deputy killed in motorcycle accident

South Mississippi is in mourning after a much-loved Harrison County Sheriff’s deputy was killed in an accident while he and his wife were riding their motorcycles in Jackson County this weekend. Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell says Harrison County Deputy…

Long Beach Sets Up for Wednesday's Breakfast with the Mayor

The city of Long Beach is setting the stage for Wednesday's Breakfast With the Mayor with Long Beach Mayor George Bass. The breakfast is put on by the mayor and Long Beach Chamber of Commerce and is scheduled for Wednesday,…

Revving Up for D'Iberville's Cruisin' The Coast Kickoff

It’s the final countdown as South Mississippi warms up for the 23rd Annual Cruisin' The Coast. Today at 2 pm, D’Iberville Mayor Rusty Quave and Cruisin' The Coast Director Woody Bailey will join other city and Cruisin' officials for D’Iberville's…