Candidates for governor in Mississippi are split over the decision to expand Medicaid to working lower-class as well as increasing the gas tax to fund road projects. Lt. Governor Tate Reeves said he’s against both while Democratic Attorney General Jim…
Today is World Hydrography Day! Those with the University of Southern Mississippi’s hydrography program took today to show off all that they do. USM held their Hydrography Day at their marine research center in Gulfport. They showcased what they use…
It’s a reliable form of communication in any weather, situation, or disaster and has saved lives. Amateur radio will be there when you need it and you have a chance this weekend to learn all about it. Tomorrow and Sunday,…
The annual Scrapin' the Coast is set to kick off this weekend and folks are gearing up for the fun. Event organizers say that this year’s Scrapin' the Coast is supposed to be the best one yet. The show will…
Biloxi police arrested Warren Pfetzer for possession of a weapon by a convicted felon today. This was the result of an investigation that revealed Pfetzer had a knife in his possession after having previously being convicted of a felony crime.…
First Baptist Church of Gulfport is home to many community and spiritual leaders, but come August, the church will host a two-day Global Leadership Summit, and it's open to everyone. News 25 Today Anchor Lindsey Goodwin gets the details from…
Volunteers are out in full force Friday for the United Way's Annual Day of Action, doing good deeds around the world and right here in South Mississippi. News 25 Today Anchor Jaylon Morris gets all the details about Friday's event,…
The annual Taste, Rattle and Roll kicked off at the Island View Casino Resort in Gulfport tonight. The fundraiser featured live music from Ty and Gram, prize giveaways, and 19 different food and beverage vendors. The restaurants represented at tonight’s…
The Humane Society of South Mississippi is over capacity. They are in desperate need of help from the community. Last week, the Humane Society had 188 pets come into the shelter and they only adopted out around 40. The capacity…
Tickets are on sale now for new flight locations from Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport for under $100. The flights take off next month and the new locations include non-stop flights to Ft. Myers, Florida and Austin, Texas provided by Sun Country…
The Medical Marijuana 2020 Initiative for Mississippi is eyeing their signature goal before the September 6th deadline. Representatives from the group say that they have obtained over 57,000 signatures, leaving them with a little over 29,000 signatures left to appear…
A Coast fire department is offering a free service to ensure that your home is protected in case of a fire. The Biloxi Fire Department is offering free fire alarm checks for residents. All you have to do is call…
The Mississippi shrimp season is now underway and local shrimpers in the area experienced a low haul on the first day. Local shrimper Van Pham says he caught around 40 pounds of shrimp on his first time out this season…
It’s been 60 years since the 1969 Biloxi Beach Wade-Ins and today on those same beaches there is a new historical exhibit to commemorate those times. The Biloxi Beach Wade-Ins were a Civil Rights Movement protest. African-Americans were not allowed…
If you have ever thought about trying out Coast Transit Authority today may be your day. You get free rides today! CTA wanted to have this day to give people a chance to experience the Coast’s public transit system. This…
Two additional Harrison County fire stations located in district three have received a decrease in ratings from the Mississippi State Rating Bureau. The West Harrison Fire Department (station 6) in Pass Christian dropped one point from a seven rating to…
You've got a ticket to ride - and it's a free one! Catch a ride early Thursday morning as News 25 Today live shot reporter takes a spin, and makes some new friends along the way, as the Coast Transit…
June 19th, more commonly known as Juneteenth, is the oldest known commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. It’s a time to celebrate and remember those who suffered through the tyranny of the Confederacy during that era.…
The 2019 Mississippi shrimp season opens tomorrow and for the first time officials say they are seeing a decrease in the number of shrimp. Biloxi was once known as the seafood capital of the world. Now, local fisherman are struggling…
Following yesterday’s preliminary hearing for capital murder suspect Darian Atkinson, the five suspects accused in aiding him were seen before a judge today at the Harrison County Courthouse for their hearings. Five suspects faced a judge for the first time…
Gulf Hills residents in Ocean Springs are reacting after a developer withdrew his plans to redevelop the area surrounding the Gulf Hills Hotel. The future is still uncertain for one historic Ocean Springs hotel. Developer Walter Reinhaus had plans to…
Following Darian Atkinson’s preliminary hearing yesterday for the murder of Biloxi Police Officer Robert McKeithen, five suspects for accessory after the fact in the same crime had their hearings today. News 25’s Andrew Scherer has more.
Back in January, we brought you a story in which a Moss Point alderman filed a tort claim against Mayor Mario King following an alleged altercation during an alderman meeting. After not responding to the tort claim that was filed,…
The Biloxi Public School Board has named Dr. Larry Drawdy as interim superintendent while the board continues to look for a permanent replacement. Dr. Drawdy is familiar with the position as he served as superintendent of Biloxi Schools from 1994…