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New state laws in effect

New laws are taking effect in Mississippi about dog fighting, highway traffic, and transporting alcohol. With Mississippians gearing up for the Fourth of July, it is important to take note of some new laws that are going into effect. These…

Piers reopen in Gulfport

Hurricane Nate pounded the Gulf Coast in October and left behind multiple damaged piers in Gulfport. The winds and waves from the storm ripped out wooden planks and tore up other sections of the pier. After nine months of repairs,…

Record setting tiger shark at MS Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo

The 71st annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo in Gulfport continues into its fourth day and already record breaking catches have been brought in. This year, two grand prizes of $25,000 each will be awarded to the record-breaking sting ray and…

NASA fires up a new rocket engine

All aboard the Phantom Express! The NASA Stennis Space Center in Hancock County began testing their AR-22 Engine. Faster, more responsible, and affordable space access may seem like light-years away, but the NASA Stennis Space Center is now making it…

Armed robbery suspect wanted in Ocean Springs

Ocean Springs police are looking for a suspect who allegedly robbed the Dollar General on Bienville Boulevard. Witnesses told police the suspect wore a mask and was dressed in black.  The suspect held a handgun during the robbery and reportedly…

Man steals car during test drive in Biloxi

After test driving a vehicle in Biloxi, a Lucedale man has been arrested, but before his arrest, the same test drive turned into an attempt to steal the car. Twenty-six year-old Joseph Mills has been charged with taking of a…

Gun accident injures six-year-old in Saucier

A six-year-old boy was airlifted to the USA Medical Center in Mobile with non-life threatening injuries after playing with a gun in Saucier. Around 7 a.m., the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting on Reese Drive. According to…

Six-year-old injured in accidental shooting in Saucier

On Monday, July 2nd, 2018, Sheriff Troy Peterson announced that the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office responded to Reese Drive in Saucier, MS in reference to a shooting. According to Sheriff Peterson, the shooting occurred around 7 a.m. Once deputies arrived…

SoSo Foundation Fish Fry

The SoSo Strong Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation held their second annual fish fry on Saturday with all proceeds going straight to support children with rare brain cancers. The fish were hand breaded and hearts were heavy during this fundraiser. The…

Senator visits Gulf Coast

Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith visited the Gulf Coast Saturday and enjoyed some of the festivities in our area that she says she is truly fond of. She was appointed by the governor to replace Senator Thad Cochran and now she is…

Fatal crash on I-10 in Hancock County

The person that was fatally injured in the wreck on I-10 Saturday morning has been identified. Hancock County Coroner Jim Faulk has identified the victim as 22-year-old Sheinque Wiggans of Jamaica. The crash happened near exit 13. Bay St. Louis…

Former Lt. Governor passes away at 84

Brad Dye, who was lieutenant governor longer than anyone else in Mississippi history, has died at age 84. He died Sunday at a hospice in Ridgeland from respiratory failure. A Charleston native, Dye’s career spanned much of the post-war era…

34th annual OLG Crab Festival

Seafood, music, and rides, those are just some of the things you’ll be able to enjoy at the 34th annual Crab Fest this weekend in Bay St. Louis. The event is hosted by the Our Lady of the Gulf Church…

Miss USA builds up S.T.E.A.M. in Vancleave

To make steam you have two options: turn on the heat or visit the FabLab in Vancleave. News 25’s Lindsey Goodwin met up with a special guest, encouraging girls to get involved in math and science. A place where imagination…

71st annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo

Sting rays, red fish, flounder and sharks are some of the sea creatures that will be seen at the 71st annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo in Gulfport. It’s the perfect backdrop for an annual event reeling in people from…

Cutting the ribbon with Flight Care 5

You’ve probably heard of Flight Care Rescue 5. They’re the crew that pilots medical helicopters during accidents in the local area, but today the crew got a nice change of pace. Flight Care Rescue 5 is the newest member of…

Gulf Coast Insurance fraud

Four homeowners with Gulf Coast Insurance in Jackson County have been victims of home insurance fraud. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the complaints. No charges have been filed, but the department advised the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office and…

Gang member found guilty of first-degree murder

Joshua Peterman, a known drug-dealer and member of the Simon City Royals gang, was found guilty this afternoon of first-degree murder in the death of 29-year-old Gulfport woman Tena Broadus. Peterman reportedly thought Broadus had snitched on him for stealing…

Second suspect sought in Moss Point armed robbery

Moss Point police are now searching for a second suspect in connection with the armed robbery of a Dollar General on Main Street. The first suspect was identified as Dasia Monique of Moss Point. She was arrested. During the investigation,…

Harrison County fatal accident

One woman is dead following a crash in Harrison County Thursday evening on Highway 53. According to officials, the accident happened near Lizana School Road around 6:45 when 22-year-old Max Taylor attempted to make a left turn onto the highway…

Senior Matters: senior citizen weight-lifting champion

Lifting 328 pounds would be a struggle for anyone, now try if you were 78-years-old. Here’s the full story of this weight-lifting champion in this week’s Senior Matters. Sidney Soson began his journey at a later age than most. Now,…

NEW MEMA DIRECTOR VISITS COAST

It's been 9 days since Governor Phil Bryant named Greg Michel the new excutivie director of Mississippi emergency management agency, also known as MEMA. He's been on the coast the past few days visiting with local emergecny managment directors, and…

PROTEST AGAINST OSCAR RENDA CONTACTOR

Biloxi residents protested today against the dust, illness and the financial hardships that some have had to pay, as a consequence of the drawn-out Oscar Renda development project. New's 25's Veronica Bayona was outside the Oscar Renda office, where the…