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Stations of the Cross

For some parishioners on the Coast, they’re starting their Easter weekend honoring the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The Cathedral of the Nativity hosted the Stations of the Cross to start their Holy Weekend. Parishioners filled the Cathedral of the Nativity…

Local Vietnam veteran in desperate need of help

In Pass Christian, resident John Trapagnia served our nation as a helicopter pilot in Vietnam. Now, this man who has given so much to our country needs our help. John, who goes by Jack now, is 70-years-old living with three…

FCC approves C Spire request for WXXV in Diamondhead

Good news for residents in Diamondhead. They can now choose to make WXXV their primary news, sports, and weather station instead of TV markets in New Orleans. The FCC approved a petition on behalf of C Spire since the city…

Health Officials Investigate Measles Exposure in Mississippi

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is investigating measles exposure in Mississippi from an out-of-state traveler. The exposure happened at various locations from April 9-11. “We are conducting a thorough investigation of the contacts we know this individual made…

Dolphins dying at alarming rates in Mississippi

Dolphins and sea turtles are dying at an alarming rate on the Coast. The Bonnet Carre Spillway has opened, putting trillions of gallons of fresh water into the Mississippi Sound. Experts say this has wreaked havoc on marine life in…

Fish markets gear up for Good Friday

It’s a tradition millions of people follow: eating fish on Good Friday. The fishy feast is as much a part of Easter as chocolate eggs and the Easter Bunny. Abstaining from meat on Good Friday is a way to acknowledge…

Blood drives this weekend

Availability of type-o blood is at an all-time low. Every three seconds someone needs blood. The Blood Center needs your help as they extend their hours and add more blood drives going into the Easter weekend. The Blood Center needs…

A wish granted in D’Iberville

D’Iberville Elementary School student Baylen Ruffin had one wish: to visit the most magical place on Earth. The Make-A-Wish Foundation and Galleria BMW made sure to make that happen. Cruising into the Galleria BMW dealership in style, seven-year-old Baylen Ruffin…

NCBC closes early due to weather

Personnel at the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport had an early release today due to the threat for severe weather. All gates for the base, Pass Road, Broad Avenue, and 28th Street gate entrance will remain open, and the…

Volunteers in Medicine Clinic celebrates ten years

For ten years, the Volunteers in Medicine Clinic has led the way towards a healthier community. Ten years ago, Shelia Jenkins, along with others, realized a lot of locals in the community did not have health care therefore it was…

West Harrison High School band receives $30,000 donation

Band students at West Harrison High School will be playing to a sweeter tune after today. More than $30,000 worth of new percussion instruments and marching French horns were donated to help further the program’s success. The West Harrison High…

Military Signing Day at Ocean Springs High School

Ocean Springs High School hosted a signing day for graduating seniors who plan to enroll in something bigger than themselves. The school hosted their inaugural ‘Military Signing Day,” showcasing students enlisting in the military. Sixteen students signed their letters of…

Talking politics with Ocean Springs Mayor Shea Dobson

Thoughts, ideas, and concerns of the residents of Ocean Springs were shared during a quarterly ‘Breakfast with the Mayor.’ News 25’s Andrew Scherer caught up with Mayor Shea Dobson to get his take on what he calls an ‘open door…

The fight against highway trafficking

It is no secret that criminal activities take place over the roadways every day, even right here on the Gulf Coast, but law enforcement officers are working hard to make the highways safer. Interstate 10 runs through South Mississippi and…

Race book opens at the Palace Casino

This morning, the very first race book on the Coast opened at the Palace Casino in Biloxi. The addition of this race book comes on the heels of the opening of Contact Sportsbook in August 2018 and just in time…

‘Thunder over the Sound’ disaster training

It was a bloody scene over in Biloxi this morning, but no need to worry. It was all for a good reason. Over 150 volunteers covered themselves in fake blood and wounds in an attempt to simulate victims of a…

Missing Person: Myracle P. Mateen

The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to locate a Runaway Juvenile/ Missing Person. The juvenile was last seen on April 10th 2019 in Gulfport but possibly in the 300 block of Benachi Ave. in the city…

Arrested for burglary

Early this morning, Biloxi police caught and arrested a man attempting to steal a car. Police say James Travis Owens fled the scene still in possession of some items taken from the vehicle. He was quickly captured soon after and…