Lawsuit related to debate over imported seafood dismissed against Mary Mahoney’s, Quality Seafood
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A well-known Biloxi restaurant, as well as a seafood market in the city, have won the lawsuit related to the…
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Police standoff in Saucier comes to an end; suspect dead
A multi-hour police standoff in Saucier on Wednesday night has come to an end. Officials with the Harrison County Sheriff's Department have confirmed that the suspect is dead. This comes after Harrison County Sheriff's deputies responded to initiate a court…
Mississippi Sound Coalition Manager Gerald Blessey talks about Bonnet Carre Spillway
Every time the U.S. Corps of Engineers opens the Bonnet Carre Spillway in Louisiana to deal with Mississippi River flooding, it’s an environmental and economic…
State notifies City of Ocean Springs Hanshaw Road Bridge can reopen
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Ocean Springs was notified Wednesday by the state that Hanshaw Bridge can be reopened. The city will start work to remove the barricades on Wednesday afternoon. Over the next few weeks, the utilities…
MDMR holds Disaster Recovery Application meeting
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A key meeting was held in Biloxi Tuesday night, one that could bring much-needed relief to those in Mississippi’s seafood industry still feeling the impact of the…
Mississippi Power Foundation and Coast Chamber award $16,000 in small business grants
The Mississippi Power Foundation and the Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce awarded thousands of dollars to local businesses through grants. Donations topped at $16,000…
Gulfport PD investigating Tuesday evening shooting on Creosote Road
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport police are currently investigating a shooting which happened early Tuesday evening. The scene was at the corner of Highway 49 and Creosote Road. Details are…
Harrison County holds PIO Preparedness Hurricane Presentation
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Tuesday morning, the Harrison County EMA hosted a PIO Preparedness Hurricane Presentation in Gulfport. This meeting briefed county departments and emergency partners on the importance…
Mississippi’s Seafood Labeling Law to take effect July 1, 2025
(JACKSON, Miss.) – The Mississippi Legislature has recently passed House Bill 602, marking a significant move to enhance transparency in the seafood industry and build greater…
Lt. Gov. Hosemann holds legislative session in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - Earlier today, Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann held a legislative session in Gulfport, meeting with the Board of Supervisors and several constables. Discussions covered a…
Bonnet Carre Disaster Recovery Application meeting
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- DMR is hosting a meeting about the 2020 Bonnet Carre Spillway Fisheries Disaster Recovery Program for wild oyster and shrimp recovery assistance. The meeting takes place Tuesday,…
Woman wanted for felony embezzlement involving Gautier Middle School Booster Club
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Gautier police are looking for a woman wanted for felony embezzlement involving the Gautier Middle School Booster Club. According to Gautier Police Department, Nicaela Salter-Chapman is currently wanted for felony embezzlement involving $15,000 stolen from the booster…
Mississippi Highway Patrol to continue monitoring Buc-ee’s traffic over several days
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- With so many people hoping to get their Buc-ee’s fix, a big concern with Monday’s grand opening was how traffic in the area…
Rescue Rodeo at Plant Watson puts safety and teamwork front and center
GULFPORT Miss (WXXV) –Mississippi Power is putting safety front and center in a powerful way. At Mississippi Power’s Plant Watson, safety is more than…
Buc-ee’s officially open in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Buc-ee’s officially opened its doors bright and early Monday morning in Harrison County. This is the first Buc-ee’s location in Mississippi. The store is 74,000 square…
Repairs to Hanshaw Road Bridge in Ocean Springs nearly complete
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- There is a light at the end of the tunnel when it comes to the Hanshaw Road Bridge reopening in Ocean Springs.…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic wraps up
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A week of fun and competition on the water wrapped up on Sunday at Point Cadet Marina. Awards and prize money were dished out at the…
Take Precautions to Ensure Summer Safety
Jackson, Miss.- Tis the season to bask in the sun, but the Mississippi heat comes with serious safety hazards. So, while you’re making summer plans, prioritize safety. The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is advising residents to protect themselves…
Lane closure in the vicinity of East Pass Road in Gulfport
(Gulfport, MS) - The City of Gulfport has issued a ‘Lane Closure’ affecting citizens and businesses in the vicinity of East Pass Road. A section of the inner eastbound and westbound lanes between Pine Street and Cowan Road will be…
General Joe Spraggins Honored with Prestigious Southern Miss Friendship Oak Award
Written By: Gabriela Shinskie The University of Southern Mississippi recently presented General Joe Spraggins with the 2025 Friendship Oak Award at its annual awards day ceremony held on the Gulf Park campus in Long Beach, in recognition of his ongoing dedication…
MDOT encourages railroad crossing safety
JACKSON, MISS. – In 2024, there were 30 crashes at public railroad crossings in Mississippi, which led to five fatalities and 12 injuries. Designated by the International Union of Railways, June 5 is International Level Crossing Awareness Day, and the Mississippi Department…
Talking to the state’s USDA Director
The USDA has announced new state directors for the Trump Administration’s Farm Service Agency and Rural Development. A familiar name has been appointed to head up the FSA and R…
Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport receives infrastructure grant
Gulfport, Miss (WXXV)- The Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport is the recipient of a nation-wide infrastructure grant aimed at improving infrastructure of airports. WXXV News 25's Lucas Warren has the details.
Harrison County Schools announce renovation for Warrior Stadium
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV) - An exciting time has come for Harrison County School District and the D’Iberville community, as D’Iberville High School is ready to go into phase one…