Mississippi 911 emergency professionals gather in Biloxi for annual conference
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- 911 coordinators and operators from across the state are gathering in Biloxi this week for their annual conference. The event focuses on training,…
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Hall of Famer Drew Brees will join Saints Ring of Honor
NEW ORLEANS, Miss. (WXXV)- The New Orleans Saints have announced another honor for former quarterback Drew Brees. Recently inducted Hall of Famer Drew Brees has been selected for the Saints Ring of Honor. The ring of honor ceremony will be…
High speed chase leads to drug arrests in Pearl River County
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A high-speed chase in Pearl River County earlier this month led to the arrest of two people on drug charges. Investigators say they tried to stop a Nissan Altima on I-59 near Poplarville on August…
South Mississippi flood victims can now apply for unemployment assistance in 4 counties
Unemployment assistance is now available in four South Mississippi counties for people impacted by the June floods. The benefits extend to eligible workers…
18-year-old wanted by Gulfport Police on felony warrant for drive-by shooting
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-An 18-year-old is wanted in Gulfport in connection to a drive-by shooting. Desmond Dedward Hall is currently wanted by Gulfport PD on an active felony warrant for drive-by shooting. He is described as 6’ tall and weighing approximately…
Powerball jackpot continues to rise after no winner Monday
Someone could become very wealthy later this week. The Powerball jackpot is now worth around $975 million. This comes after no one had the grand prize ticket Monday night. Despite that, some people did collect significant prizes. One ticket purchased…
Jackson County Fire Protection crews battle shop fire in Vancleave leading to evacuation
Vancleave, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County Fire Protection crews responded to a shop fire in Vancleave Monday night. The fire happening on Moungers Road. Crews located the fire and worked to contain the flames. Due to the conditions and inability to…
The Nutcracker ballet returns to Saenger Theatre after nine years
D'IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV) -- The annual Nutcracker ballet will once again bring dancers of all ages and skill levels to the stage for the holiday season, but…
Progress continues on Jim Simpson Memorial Pier in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Reconstruction work on a Long Beach pier destroyed by Hurricane Zeta is nearly complete. The city shared an update on the progress…
Saronic expands operations to Port of Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A company that builds autonomous ships is expanding its operations to Gulfport, establishing a new testing site at the Port of Gulfport. Saronic will use the…
Lucedale man sentenced for battery, domestic violence
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-A Lucedale man will spend 25 years behind bars after pleading guilty to sexual battery and aggravated domestic violence. Thirty-six-year-old Logan Barber was sentenced to 40 years, with 25 years to serve day for day without parole.…
Gulfport man pleads guilty to second-degree murder of 16-year-old
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A Gulfport man will spend 35 years in prison for the 2024 shooting death of a 16-year-old. Twenty-one-year-old Elijah Eckford pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and shooting into a dwelling. Gulfport police found 16-year-old Zaelyn Braxton shot…
City of Poplarville announces opening date for new post office
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Poplarville’s postal employees will finally move into their new permanent post office location, something that’s been years in the making. The new location at 935 South Main Street will be open for business at 8:30…
Missing support dog leaves void for South Mississippi family
Dogs are often called a man’s best friend, but for some families, they’re much more than just a pet. They’re a source of comfort, protection, and unconditional…
CTE instructors learn rail safety at MGCCC Amtrak safety training
With rail safety playing a critical role in many careers, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is making sure students start with the right knowledge. Friday, instructors…
USM, Integer receive more funding for AI software development
A Mississippi partnership is receiving another major investment to help advance the future of Navy undersea technology. Integer Technologies and the University of Southern Mississippi have been awarded…
State Auditor: $1.09 million recovered in fiscal year 2026
Mississippi State Auditor Shad White says his office recovered more than $1.09 million in taxpayer money during fiscal year 2026 and returned those funds to the appropriate…
MBI investigating officer-involved shooting in Byhalia that left two people dead
BYHALIA, Miss. (WXXV) – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Byhalia Police Department and the DeSoto County S.W.A.T. team that left two people dead. According to MBI, officers responded to a call in the…
Singing River Health System doctor marks 1,000 robotic procedure
Singing River Health System is marking a major milestone in robotic surgery. Surgeon Dr. Ramon Brown has performed one thousand procedures using the Da Vinci robotic surgical…
Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann creates select committee on cybersecurity
Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann has created a select committee in the state Senate to discuss cybersecurity matters. Specifically, the committee will focus on the security of state…
Mississippi Department of Education launches ‘classroom to career’ network
The Mississippi Department of Education has launched a new statewide initiative to help students connect what they learn in school to their future. The Mississippi Classroom to…
Applications open for Leo Seal Teacher Grant
Teachers in grades K through 12 can now apply for the Leo Seal Teacher Grants. The deadline to apply is September 30. Applications can be found here. To apply,…
Department of Public Safety names new state law enforcement leaders
Mississippi Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell has named three people to lead three key state law enforcement divisions. James Herzog has been tapped as the director…
Hancock County Sheriff's Office responds to Friday evening train collision near Clermont Blvd. and North Railroad St.
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) - Emergency crews responded to a train collision in Hancock County on Friday night. It happened in the area of Clermont Boulevard and North Railroad Street, according to the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office. Additional details are…