Spring semester classes resume for Kroc Center’s homeschool program
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Homeschooling courses at the Gulf Coast Kroc Center resumed Monday. WXXV’s Brynne Baxley was there to learn more about the program and a new course…
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1/12 - Cooler than normal temperatures stick around this week
Lows will frequently dip into the 30s this week and next, with a good chance of early-morning frost impacting sensitive plants and outdoor surfaces. Daytime highs will generally range from the low 50s…
Cost of car tags in Mississippi
According to State Auditor Shad White, car tag fees in Mississippi are the second highest in the country. White says the tax and fee formula is complex and confusing. WXXV…
Local reaction to Synagogue fire in Jackson
As the investigation continues into a fire at Congregation Beth Israel in Jackson over the weekend, members of South Mississippi’s Jewish community are reacting to the incident. Jackson fire…
Mississippi man accused of killing 6 people, including a 7-year-old, pleads not guilty
WEST POINT, Miss. (AP) — A Mississippi man pleaded not guilty Monday to killing six people — including a 7-year-old girl — during a rampage through a rural area in the northeastern part of the state. At a court hearing in Clay…
Crews break ground on new hotel in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- City leaders have broken ground on a new beach front hotel. Once complete, the five story 70,000 square foot Holiday Inn will add more lodging…
STARS Day at Combat Readiness Training Center in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- On Friday, the Gulfport Combat Readiness Training Center opened its doors to local influencers for STARS Day, a hands-on look at the Air National…
FBI: Suspect in Mississippi synagogue fire targeted institution because of its ‘Jewish ties’
By SOPHIE BATES and MIKE SCHNEIDE JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The FBI says that a suspect in the arson fire at a Mississippi synagogue admitted to targeting the institution because of its “Jewish ties.” Stephen Spencer Pittman was charged Monday with maliciously damaging…
Aging infrastructure begins biggest challenge in Lucedale
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER-In Lucedale, city leaders say rapid growth has made aging infrastructure the city’s biggest challenge. Mayor Al Jones says traffic congestion and water lines dating…
Diamondhead city leaders looking to shape growth
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Diamondhead is one of Mississippi’s youngest cities, incorporated just over a decade ago. City leaders say that gives them a rare opportunity to shape…
UPDATE: Six people, including 7-year-old girl, killed in Clay County mass shooting that spanned three separate locations
CLAY COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) -- Six people are dead following a Friday night mass shooting in Clay County. Authorities say the suspect, 24-year-old Daricka M. Moore, was arrested and booked early Saturday morning after shooting and killing six individuals --…
Progress continues on Long Beach Gateway Project
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach shared a progress report on their gateway project on Tuesday. This week, crews are installing the walls on the gateway…
MHP investigates fatal crash in Pearl River County
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash in Pearl River County. According to MHP, 54-year-old Cedric Byrd of Picayune, MS was walking south on Highway 43 around 5:30 on Friday morning when he…
'Unfortunately, human trafficking can affect anybody:' raising awareness about trafficking crimes in Mississippi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, with National Human Trafficking Awareness Day falling on Sunday, January 11th. According to the Mississippi State Department of Health,…
1/9 - Chance for storms continues into Saturday morning
Showers and thunderstorms will be widespread tonight through Saturday, bringing periods of heavy rain and unsettled conditions across the area. Rain gradually tapers off late Saturday as a cold front moves…
Two arrested in recent copper thefts in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In Jackson County, two people are behind bars after a string of recent copper thefts in the eastern part of the county. Anduril…
New lighting added to Biloxi skatepark
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Skaters along the Mississippi Gulf Coast now have more time to ride in Biloxi. City officials have added lighting to the DIY skatepark, allowing it to stay…
Coast man sentenced to life for sex crimes involving children
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Pass Christian man will spend life behind bars after pleading guilty to sex crimes involving children. Seventy-two-year-old RJ Sanders was facing four counts of sexual battery and was sentenced to four consecutive life sentences. Sanders…
Elon Musk’s xAI to build $20 billion data center in Mississippi
By SOPHIE BATES JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company xAI is set to spend $20 billion to build a data center in Southaven, Mississippi, Gov. Tate Reeves announced Thursday, calling it the largest private investment in the state’s…
Classmates at St. James Catholic Elementary celebrate 2nd grader's victory over stage 4 cancer
GULFPORT, Miss. -- Students at St. James Catholic School in Gulfport gathered on Thursday for an exciting celebration, as one of their…
Motorcycle deputy recovering after being hit by deer in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Jackson County sheriff’s deputy is recovering after he was hit by a deer on his motorcycle Thursday night. Jackson County sheriff’s officials tell us the deputy was heading home on Highway 63 near Highway 614…
Coast Ole Miss fans gather for Fiesta Bowl watch parties
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Kelly's Sports Pub in Gulfport was one of many local restaurants and bars buzzing with excitement on Tuesday night, as Ole Miss…
Chris Rhodes takes over as Coast Electric CEO
One of South Mississippi’s largest electric cooperatives has a new leader. Chris Rhodes has officially taken over for retired Coast Electric and Coast Connect CEO Ron Barnes. The…
1/8 - Comfortable Tonight with Showers and Storms Returning Friday
A wet and unsettled pattern will take hold through the end of the week, with multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms expected as early as tonight through Saturday. Storm chances increase Friday,…