Interview with Sec. of State Candidate Michael Watson
Over in Jackson County, voters are heading to the polls for the final hours of voting. News 25’s Grant Chighizola is in Moss Point with Secretary of State candidate Michael Watson.
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Harrison County Courthouse celebrates ‘National Adoption Day’
It was a heartwarming scene today at the Harrison County Courthouse as chancery court celebrated ‘National Adoption Day.’ While the actual date for ‘National Adoption Day’ isn’t until later this month, those at chancery court couldn’t wait to help officially…
Today is the General Election
Today is the day for your voice to be heard Mississippi. The ballots for today’s General Election have many important offices on the ballot like governor and other state seats. It has been a close Gubernatorial race from the start…
Gulfport family upset with landlord over poor living conditions
A Gulfport family is devastated today after their move to a new house this week didn't go as expected. They say their former and current landlord wouldn't let them see inside the home before move in date, and now they're…
Meet Sophia! News 25's Pet of the Week!
On today's Pet of the Week, we introduce you to Sophia, a female lab/hound mix in need of a loving home! You can find her and other homeless pets at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Also, this weekend, be sure…
Man stabbed to death over Popeyes chicken sandwich in Maryland
A man was stabbed to death outside of a Popeyes in Oxon Hill, Maryland on Monday night. It all happened at around 7:00 p.m. when a fight allegedly started inside the Popeyes and spilled out into the parking lot where…
Nine-vehicle crash in Jackson County leaves one dead, others injured
Pascagoula Police are reporting there was one fatality from a nine car traffic accident that happened Tuesday morning. Everyone else involved received minor injuries. The car accident happened in the eastbound lanes on Highway 90 between Pascagoula and Gautier, before…
Saint Stanislaus holding Explore Science Day and Open House
While polls throughout the state are busy, teachers, faculty and staff are equally busy at St. Stanislaus High School in Bay St. Louis as they prepare for two big events just around the corner. Houston and Jackson, seniors at the…
Polls are open! Gabby Easterwood reports on what to expect as you go to vote
At 7:00 a.m., the polls for today's general election opened. Today, there are many important offices on the ballot like Governor and state senate seats. News 25 Today's Gabby Easterwood is at the precinct on Debuys Road with details.
Jim Hood rallies in Greenwood, MS
It was a busy day for Jim Hood as well. He hit the campaign trail for one more stop ahead of tomorrow’s election. The Democratic nominee for Mississippi governor says he thinks he will receive bipartisan support from voters. Hood…
Hundreds show up to see Vice President Mike Pence
If you were on Highway 90 earlier today you probably noticed an increase in traffic near the Coast Coliseum. Republican supporters came out in full force to welcome Vice President Mike Pence to the Coast. It was a sea of…
Vice President Mike Pence speaks in Biloxi
Vice President Mike Pence was in Biloxi today doing his part to encourage locals to get out to vote for Republican Gubernatorial candidate Tate Reeves. As the Mississippi gubernatorial election inches closer, Republican candidate Tate Reeves brought in some big…
St. Peter Baptist Church celebrates 200th anniversary
This weekend marked a big celebration for the congregation of Pascagoula’s St. Peter Baptist Church as they celebrated its 200th anniversary. Church members, local officials, and the Mississippi Department of Archives and History were on hand for the unveiling of…
Jackson County Animal Shelter Adoption Drive
Downtown Ocean Springs may have been alive with art this weekend, but many animals also got some love as well. The Jackson County Animal Shelter held an adoption drive on Government Street during both days of the Peter Anderson Festival.…
41st Peter Anderson Arts and Crafts Festival in Ocean Springs
It’s been billed as the largest fine arts festival in the state and all the action took place in downtown Ocean Springs this weekend. Everything is art at the Peter Anderson Festival. Now in its 41st year, the festival has…
Vice President Pence rallying for Tate Reeves
Tomorrow voters will make their voices heard for the general election and on the ballot is the race for governor. With this in mind, Gubernatorial candidate Tate Reeves is rallying at the Mississippi Coast Convention Center today with special guest…
Mayoral Monday: Mayor Joel Miles on growth of Wiggins
Wiggins is a city on the move! It is growing exponentially and that includes city services and developments. In this week's edition of mayoral Monday, Mayor of Wiggins Joel Miles joined us in the studio to tell us about expanded…
Raising the stakes: Scarlet Pearl Casino to begin taking horse racing bets
Draftkings at the Scarlet Pearl Sportsbook has announced the opening of parimutuel betting on horse racing. Simulcasts will be offered from four different horse track groups. Casino officials say with comfortable seating and a spacious atmosphere, the simulcasts will be…
Peter Anderson Festival kicks off this weekend
The City of Ocean Springs is setting up for one of its major festivals this weekend. For the 41st year, the Peter Anderson Arts and Crafts Festival will bring together over 450 arts and food vendors from across the country…
Humane Society of South Mississippi received check from Petco
Thanks to Petco, the Humane Society of South Mississippi will be able to help owners keep their pets healthy and reduce the number of animals that are surrendered. Today, Petco presented a $400,000 check to the Humane Society of South…
New policy allows dogs in restaurants
The Mississippi State Department of Health issued a new policy today allowing dog owners to bring their pets to restaurants. This comes under certain conditions and requirements to make sure health and safety of the public is not compromised. Here’s…
First Lady of Mississippi Deborah Bryant visits the Coast
Today, the First Lady of Mississippi Deborah Bryant was on the Coast for a women’s conference. Mrs. Bryant spoke to a group of women about the struggles she has been through in accepting her role as first lady and the…
Ocean Springs School District celebrates academic excellence
Greyhound nation has a lot of good reasons to be excited today. Students and staff from the Ocean Springs School District gathered at Ocean Springs High School this morning to recognize academic excellence with State Superintendent of Education Dr. Carey…
President Donald Trump to visit Tupelo
In just four days, voters throughout Mississippi will head to the polls to cast their ballots in the November 5th General Election as Republican Tate Reeves and Democratic four-term State Attorney General Jim Hood go head-to-head in the race for…