2/10 - Foggy start on Wednesday with rain chances returning late
We’ll be dealing with a few foggy mornings over the next couple of days, lasting until 9 or 10 a.m., so plan for some reduced visibility if you are heading out early…
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Ocean Springs School District names new superintendent
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The OSSD Board of Trustees has named Justin Sutton the next Superintendent of Ocean Springs School District, effective July 1st. Sutton takes over for Superintendent Michael Lindsey, who is retiring after more than 34 years in…
Man arrested in Jackson County hostage case denied bail
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The man accused of holding an elderly relative hostage Monday at a home in the Gulf Park Estates community was denied bail Tuesday during his initial court appearance. Forty-seven-year-old Jeffrey Nelson is charged with domestic violence…
Man pleads guilty to assault of a Gulfport police officer
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A Petal man will spend the next two decades behind bars after pleading guilty to assaulting a Gulfport police officer in 2023. Twenty-four-year-old Corwin Joshua Wilcher pled guilty this week to felony assault on a police officer…
FBI releases first surveillance images of masked person on Nancy Guthrie’s porch
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Authorities investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie more than a week ago released the first surveillance images Tuesday, showing a masked person on her porch the night she went missing. Authorities searching for the mother of “Today” show…
Deputies recover 23 pounds of meth in bust on I-10 in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County sheriff’s deputies made another large meth bust after a traffic stop on I-10. The bust happened on…
State treasurer talks fiscal policy moves
Joining us in studio is Mississippi State Treasurer David McRae. He is here to talk with us more about how you can find out if you have unclaimed money out…
Two arrested on malicious mischief charges in damages at Saucier Ballfields
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Two people have been arrested in connection to the damage and theft at Saucier Ballfields. Harrison County Sheriff’s Office arrested 34-year-old Natasha Bunn and 48-year-old Timothy Goss for one count each of malicious mischief. According to…
Harrison County Fire Rescue battle large debris pile fire
Harrison County, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Fire Rescue Team spent several hours fighting a large debris pile fire. The Combat Readiness Training Center helping with the efforts. Harrison County sharing the debris pile was about 2 1/2 stories tall,…
2/9 - Patchy, dense fog possible Tuesday morning
Clouds increase overnight with areas of fog becoming more likely after 4 a.m. through mid-morning Tuesday. Aside from the reduced visibility early, the next few days stay mild and fairly quiet. Highs…
Nonprofit organization holds Ramadan food box distribution in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A local food distribution Monday helped some Biloxi families in need put food on the table. A nonprofit organization is stepping in as food…
Man arrested, charged in Jackson County with domestic violence by aggravated assault, kidnapping
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- On Monday, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office received a call about a domestic disturbance/ welfare call concerns in the Gulf Park Estates community. On scene, deputies found 47-year-old Jeffrey Lynn Nelson had taken an elderly female…
Multiple arrests made in connection to human trafficking, kidnapping investigation in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport police say multiple arrests have been made in a wide-ranging human trafficking and kidnapping investigation involving a runaway juvenile. Six people are now facing charges including human trafficking, kidnapping, extortion, and forcible rape: 40-year-old Michael Eric…
Ingalls Shipbuilding hosts 16th annual STEM Grant Award Ceremony
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Ingalls Shipbuilding hosted its 16th annual STEM Grant Award Ceremony on Friday, distributing over $95,000 to 22 schools in South Mississippi and Alabama. The…
Residents express concerns over pedestrian safety along Dedeaux Road
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Pedestrian safety is a big topic right now among residents of one Gulfport neighborhood. Dedeaux Road is one of the most heavily traveled roadways in…
Tips for cleaning up after Mardi Gras parades
What’s often left behind after our Coast Mardi Gras parades roll is raising concerns among some in the community. This year, volunteers who help with clean up are…
No injuries reported after shooting near Krewe of Nereids parade in Waveland
WAVELAND, Miss (WXXV)-- No injuries were reported after a shooting near the Krewe of Nereids parade route in Waveland Sunday afternoon. Waveland Police Chief Mike Prendergast tells WXXV says it happened around 1 p.m, near the intersection of Highway 90…
MS AG’s Office launches new mobile app
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch has released a new mobile app. Fitch says the app is designed to connect Mississippians to some of the resources her office offers. Specifically,…
Singing River Health System opens new medical clinic
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Singing River Health System is celebrating a new medical clinic opening. This one is located in Downtown Biloxi on Howard Avenue. The official opening date…
Mississippi Aquarium turtle sponsorships now open
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- You can now sponsor one of the cold-stunned sea turtles the Mississippi Aquarium is currently rehabbing to help its recovery efforts. The aquarium says rehab costs can…
City of Gulfport launches website listing work projects
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport has rolled out a new website that allows residents to track capital improvement projects across the city in real time. It’s…
MDOT releases parade safety tips
With carnival really ramping up in our area, with a little more than two weeks to go to Fat Tuesday, MDOT is releasing some safety reminders on how to stay safe…
2/6 - Sunny and warm weekend ahead
Clear skies tonight will allow temperatures to fall into the low 40s and upper 30s across South Mississippi. Sunshine dominates Saturday and Sunday, with afternoon highs in the low 60s both days. Overnight lows…
New camp in Harrison County gives students look inside the legal world
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Applications are now open for a new law camp aimed at giving high school students a firsthand look inside the…