One Harrison County school received a big surprise today from a generous citizen. A local residents came to Pineville Elementary School this morning to ask about paying off all student cafeteria debts as a way of giving back to the…
The CDC is reporting high levels of flu activity here in Mississippi. Mississippi is among 11 other states including Alabama seeing a high number of patients with the flu. The CDC estimates that so far this season there have been…
With the cold weather quickly approaching, shelters cross the Coast are preparing to open, including the Salvation Army’s cold weather shelter in Gulfport. That will be open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights. But keeping those less fortunate safe and healthy…
A Biloxi woman will now have a happy and warm holiday season thanks to our ‘Heat for the Holidays’ giveaway. This morning live on News 25 Today we knocked on Ernestine Winters door and surprised her with the news that…
A three-car accident sent one man to the hospital today. The accident happened around 1:30 this afternoon in Harrison County on Canal, north of 28th Street. Harrison County Fire and Rescue as well as the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department responded…
History came to life in Bay St. Louis this weekend to commemorate an important event in the area’s history. Members of the Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse made stops at different points throughout downtown to recognize the 205th anniversary of…
Military veterans who have gone before us were recognized and remembered this Saturday in a special event. A ‘Wreaths across America’ ceremony was held at the Long Beach City Cemetery by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion. Wreaths…
Thousands of athletes are in recovery this morning after this weekend’s Gulf Coast Marathon. Forty-eight states, four countries, fun for all. The Mississippi Gulf Coast brought a worldwide community of runners together with a weekend full of events, including a…
Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes is one busy man! From yesterday's Gulf Coast Marathon, to the Mississippi Aquarium and beyond, there's tons of exciting things going on in the city, and more to come. The mayor stopped by News 25 this…
The holiday season is a time for giving. Every year, the "Heat for the Holidays" giveaway sponsored by WXXV, Geiger Heating and Air and Rheem gives a complete heating and air system to one lucky family on the Mississippi Gulf…
Here’s a round-up of some highlights from this year's Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon: Russell Simkins won the male division of the marathon, clocking in at 2:43:35. Jessica Jones took the top spot for the female division of the marathon, coming…
If you deck your home out for the holidays, you can be the lucky winner of another one of our holiday promotions! It's WXXV's Deck the House photo contest! Just upload a photo of your outdoor holiday decorations to WXXV25.com’s…
He's been a familiar face if you've lived here in South Mississippi for any period of time-protector of marine life, the local environment, and most recently, one of the most vocal about the local impact on the unprecedented, back-to-back openings…
The clock is ticking down as Bay St. Louis residents prepare to head to the polls Tuesday to vote on a referendum. City officials proposed the increase to help raise money for parks and recreation facilities and tourism throughout Bay…
Be sure to tune into WXXV News 25 Today on WXXV NBC at 6 am and on our WXXV FOX channel at 7 and 8 am as we give updates and then do a live reveal as we notify this year's winner…
The Railroad Museum in Gulfport is rolling out the red carpet for all to come and enjoy a train winter wonderland. The museum is decked with hundreds of lights to highlight its 85 running trains. The display is a part…
The effects of the BP Oil Spill continue to be felt almost a decade after 200 million gallons of crude oil was pumped into the Gulf of Mexico for 87 days. Now, the federal government approved more than $200 million…
A Gulfport man is home free tonight after a jury unanimously found him not guilty on both counts of an armed robbery from 2016. The robbery was at the Exxon Station off 30th Avenue downtown. Police pulled Tevin Ball over…
In just a few days, a new Miss America will be crowned. After working hard all year on community service projects, promoting platforms and prepping for the big week, the ladies enjoyed a little down time at Universal Studios Hollywood.…
For the first time since 2005, the West Jackson County Planning Department will get a new facility. Today, ground was broken for the more than 1,600 square foot building. The $680,000 project will feature office space, a break room, and…
It’s almost been 205 years since the Battle of Bay St. Louis. That’s when officials in New Orleans received warnings from Pensacola that British warships were closing in on the area. The commander dispatched a fleet to the passes Mariana…
The Gulf Coast Bicycle Club is spreading holiday cheer with a bike drive and ride taking place over the weekend in Long Beach. More than 120 bikes will be donated tomorrow to the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department to distribute. Before…
The Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church is having their International Christmas Festival tomorrow. This festival is a unique way to celebrate Christmas within the culture of 12 European countries including Russia, Moldova, Ukraine, Greece, Georgia, and more. There will be…
We are in the peak of holiday season so plenty of parties and gatherings are on everyone’s calendar and for a lot of people that includes drinking. Gulfport Police and the Transportation Department are working together to remind everyone of…