Wear Blue: Run to Remember
This morning about 50 people laced up their running shoes, put on blue shirts and hit the beach in Biloxi to run or walk two miles during the annual ‘Wear Blue: Run to Remember.” Each year before Memorial Day officials…
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MDMR accepting proposals for GOMESA
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is giving South Mississippi residents a say in the projects that may receive funding from the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act. MDMR will be accepting proposals for potential GOMESA funded projects. Proposals are…
Arrested for statutory rape
The Biloxi Police Department arrested one man today for statutory rape. Nineteen-year-old Darwin Robert Dubon Ibanez of Biloxi was issued a warrant as the result of an investigation into allegations made back in October 2018. Ibanez had engaged in sexual…
American Legion in Bay Saint Louis to Hold Several Events Over Memorial Day Weekend
In Hancock County, several branches of the American Legion, with heavy involvement by Post 139, are joining forces for multiple observances and Memorial Day ceremonies. On Saturday, May 25th from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, members of the American Legion…
Memorial Day Ceremony to be Held at Biloxi National Cemetery
While many plan to vacation and enjoy the three-day weekend upon is, it's important to remember just what the Memorial Holiday is all about. That is to commemorate our U.S. service members who died while on active duty, something our…
Click It or Ticket to be Enforced Heavily for Memorial Day Weekend
A reminder for those of you planning to hit the road for the holiday weekend: Police throughout the state will be out in full force, keeping a close eye out for people who are not buckled up as the state…
Mississippi Ranked as the Second Most Dangerous State for Memorial Day Weekend Travel
Hopefully you can beat the heat this Memorial Day and avoid accidents as you and your family travel for a fun-filled holiday break or vacation during this extended holiday weekend. Be extra careful while driving here in Mississippi. Why? We…
Mississippi Highway Patrol seeking applicants
Mississippi Highway Patrol is looking for those ready to pursue the call. It is time for the rare opportunity to become a state trooper. In order to apply you have to be at least 21-years-old with 60 college credit hours…
Cross-state remembrance bike ride for fallen first responders
‘Brotherhood Biker Clubs’ are stationed all over the country, comprised of first responders who bike to honor their fallen brothers. This week, the Gulf Coast’s very own Brotherhood Club started their first ride. For first responders, honor and respect are…
Deadly officer involved shooting in Pearl River County
Tense moments for a Pearl River County Sheriff’s deputy after exchanging fire with a man at a traffic stop. Earlier today, a deputy responded to a call about someone making suicidal threats and believed to be armed. Shortly after 3…
Third arrest made in St. Andrew’s Clubhouse shooting
A third teenager is behind bars in connection with a shooting that happened in Jackson County on May 11th that injured another teen. Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell says 19-year-old Devin Von Musterman of Gulfport is charged with three counts…
Attendance Incentive Program
Getting up for school bright and early every day can be tough, but one group of students from Pass Road Elementary made showing up to class every day a priority. This morning their dedication was rewarded, the Bannister Foundation took…
Summer Reading Programs in Gulfport
A quarter of third graders in Mississippi failed their reading tests. Over the summer, it’s time to hit the books with a purpose! Nonprofit organizations are teaming up with the Gulfport Public Library to encourage students with incentives to read…
Gulfport Police Chief has Close Encounter With Gator Outside of Walmart
Gator hunting season is still three months away here in Mississippi, but from your recent encounters we've shared on our news, it appears a popular national retail store is the best lure when it comes to these four legged reptiles…
High School Seniors Take a Stroll Back in Time Ahead of Graduation
Some D'Iberville High School seniors will be taking a stroll back in time Thursday morning as they walk the halls of their former elementary and middle schools. This has become a common practice at South Mississippi schools as our seniors…
Mississippi's Red Snapper Season About to Begin
They'll be reeling them in come Friday. That's because red snapper fishing season opens at 12:01 tomorrow morning. The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources says Mississippi’s red snapper season will be open for private recreational anglers and state for-hire vessels,…
Mississippi Soon to be the Only State Without an Equal Pay Law
While 2020 will mark the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment being passed, making it legal for women to vote, here today, 99 years later, it looks like Mississippi will soon be the only state in the U.S. that does…
Suspect Named in Oxford Point Apartment Shooting
Gulfport police now know the name of the alleged shooter at the Oxford Point Apartment Complex Tuesday night. 13-year-old Quinten Martel Winters, Junior of Gulfport is charged with two counts of aggravated assault. Winters is being charged as an adult…
Gulfport High School graduation
The Coast Coliseum in Biloxi was painted orange and blue tonight as the Gulfport High School Class of 2019 received their diplomas. Three hundred and sixty-six students graduated tonight with more than 200 of those students graduating with distinction. Many…
Go-Ruck challenge honoring Officer McKeithen
Sunday morning Highway 90 will be filled with community members paying tribute to Officer Robert McKeithen in a very unique way. The ‘Go Ruck’ challenge will begin at 9 a.m. and registration begins at 8. All of the proceeds from…
Preserving Biloxi’s history
Biloxi is one of the oldest cities in America and it is full of exciting and beautiful history. Many landmarks were destroyed after Hurricane Katrina, but the city is doing its best to preserve its history. If you look closely…
Community gives back after Woolmarket Elementary classroom robbed
At the beginning of the month, a local classroom at Woolmarket Elementary School was robbed. The community has come together to give back to this teacher and her students. On Sunday, May 5th, Tina Abshire’s classroom was robbed. The criminals…
Conference USA Championship begins at MGM Park
For the third year in a row, the Conference USA Baseball Championship makes Biloxi its home. The eight-team tournament started this morning at 9 o’clock and will continue throughout the weekend. From as far north as Huntington, West Virginia to…
One injured following fiery car crash
A scary scene in Harrison County today when a car lost control, crashed, and caught fire. Harrison County Fire Services and AMR were called out to McHenry Road around 10 this morning. Harrison County Fire Marshal Pat Sullivan says the…