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Arrested in connection with Gulfport shooting

Another arrest has been made in connection with Monday’s drive-by shooting in Gulfport. Police arrested 21-year-old Markell Cooley Thursday afternoon. He was taken to the Harrison County Jail and held under a $250,000 bond. Two other suspects, Traveon Williams and…

Bond approved for Long Beach High upgrades

On Thursday, Long Beach voters approved a $20 million bond that will bring improvements to Long Beach High School. The line was out the door at the Long Beach High library to vote for the $20 million bond to upgrade…

City of Biloxi seeks input for plans on CSX

Today, the City of Biloxi hosted a community engagement meeting to discuss the proposed federally funded construction of an east-west roadway north of the CSX railway in East Biloxi. The two-lane roadway, which would be immediately north of the CSX…

Alleged murder suspect surrenders in Pascagoula

This afternoon an alleged murder suspect surrendered to authorities after barricading himself inside a home in Pascagoula. U.S. Marshals along with the Pascagoula Police Department and Jackson and George County sheriff negotiated with a California murder suspect for nearly three…

Back to school safety tips

While school has started for some in our area, the new school year won’t start for others in South Mississippi until next week. Safety should be a year round focus with thousands of little ones walking to school and waiting…

Catholic school employees begin new school year

It’s the first day of the new school year for Catholic school employees in South Mississippi. A space filled with love, learning, and positivity for the new school year, Catholic school students and employees filled the Nativity BVM Cathedral in…

Long Beach High School bond vote

On Thursday, Long Beach residents voted on a $20 million bond that would upgrade and bring improvements to Long Beach High School. The line was out of the door at Long Beach High to vote for the $20 million bond…

Coast Guard celebrates 228th birthday

They’re usually the first on scene when it comes to maritime rescues and they protect our nation’s economic, national, and border security. Today, the U.S. Coast Guard celebrates 228 years of service. It’s a common sight and a wave of…

Senior Matters: Water aerobics

These senior citizens in Ocean Springs have taken the plunge, hitting the water and splashing their way to a healthier life. You can catch them and even join them for water aerobics classes on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, at the…

Biggest Winner Weight Loss Challenge

The Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort partnered with Anytime Fitness in D’Iberville for five weeks to provide their staff with the chance to challenge their fitness and health with the Biggest Winner Weight Loss Challenge. Yesterday, after lots of long and…

Voting on bond to upgrade Long Beach High

Today, registered voters who live in the Long Beach School District are voting on a $20 million bond to upgrade Long Beach High School. Voting started at the high school at 7 a.m. and closes at 7 p.m. The purpose…

Carl Legett Memorial Fishing Tournament begins tomorrow

Anglers are making their final preparations for this year’s Carl Legett Memorial Fishing Tournament set to begin tomorrow. The captain’s party will take place from 5 until 9 tonight at Point Cadet Plaza in Biloxi and then participants will have…

Sports betting begins in Mississippi

It’s an exciting day for the Magnolia State. Sports betting officially began in Biloxi and Tunica. From rolling dice to opening sports books, Mississippi hit the jackpot when sports betting was legalized in licensed casinos across the state. Mississippi Hotel…

Long Beach School District vote on upgrade to high school

Tomorrow, registered voters who live in the Long Beach School District will vote on a $20 million bond to upgrade Long Beach High School. It’s time to vote yes or no for the $20 million bond to upgrade Long Beach…

Back to School Haircuts

The first day of school is right around the corner. That means parents and students are not only looking for school supplies and new clothes, but also fresh haircuts to start the new school year off feeling good. Salon Bellator…

Police practice school safety in Pascagoula

Students will head back to school soon and one local high school is taking extra measures for its students and faculty. Pascagoula police surrounded Pascagoula High School Wednesday morning preparing for the worst, but thankfully this time bulletproof vests and…

Wanted for credit card fraud

Biloxi police are asking for help in locating two suspects wanted for credit card fraud. This incident occurred in early July when the suspects used a stolen credit card at a store on Beach Boulevard. They fled the scene in…

Wanted for attempted theft

Biloxi police are asking for help in locating an unknown man who attempted to steal a motorcycle seat and damaged the property. This suspect is described as a white male riding a yellowish motorcycle, possibly a Harley Davidson, and wearing…

High speed internet in Mississippi

Mississippi Public Service Commissioner Sam Britton is calling for high-speed internet to reach residents in all parts of the state. Britton said in a statement Tuesday that Mississippi is ranked 49th in connectivity and that nearly 30 percent of the…

Sports betting officially begins on the Coast

Sports betting has officially begun in Mississippi casinos. MGM’s Beau Rivage and Gold Strike Casino Resort are accepting their first legal sports wagers. It marks 26 years from when the first casino bet was made at the Isle of Capri…

Blood drive hosted by Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

As the summer begins to wind down, the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center hosted a blood drive in Gulfport. The summer months are the hardest months for the Blood Center to get blood. They are the most crucial because school is…