Route changes for Mardi Gras parades in Biloxi
Two big parades coming up in Biloxi with Neptune on Saturday and Gulf Coast on Fat Tuesday. This year, there will be a new parade route. Floats will…
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Biloxi High JROTC receives Right of Line Trophy
Biloxi High students receive a big honor for their performance at a parade. The JROTC cadets took part in the Veterans Day Parade in November, impressing the committee…
Senator Cindy Hyde Smith introduces Safer Shrimp Imports Act
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith introduced legislation to ensure the quality of imported shrimp and strengthen federal inspection standards. The Safer Shrimp Imports Act would require overseas shrimp facility…
Project to improve railroad crossings in Long Beach
Work begins next week to improve nine Long Beach railroad crossings. City leaders tell us the $3.3 million project has been nearly five years in the making and…
ICE Gulfport worksite enforcement operation results in multiple arrests
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. - U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, working with U.S. Border Patrol’s Gulfport Station, and the Drug Enforcement Administration Gulfport, conducted a worksite enforcement operation at Gulf Coast Prestress Partners, Ltd. in Pass Christian, Mississippi. ICE Gulfport served…
Black History Month Spotlight: George ‘Chuck’ Patterson
In honor of Black History Month here at WXXV we are spotlighting individuals who are making a difference in their community. To finish out the month of February, WXXV…
Mississippi House panel approves casino tax increase
By GEOFF PENDER/Mississippi Today Updated 11:11 AM CST, February 26, 2025 A Mississippi House committee has approved a proposed tax increase on casinos. House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Trey Lamar said his bill would increase taxes on Mississippi casinos from…
Pascagoula City Councilman John F. 'Johnny' Walker dies
The City of Pascagoula announced the passing of City Councilman John F. “Johnny” Walker. Councilman Walker passed away on February 21st, 2025. Councilman Walker served on the Pascagoula City Council since 2021. In a statement, the city said, “Johnny’s impact…
N.O.A.A. B-WET Program teaching environmental conservation at Magnolia Middle School
In recent years, the City of Moss Point has been working to preserve their many bodies of water and Magnolia Middle school is looking to continue…
Ribbon cutting for Navy Exchange Micro Market in Pascagoula
Over in Pascagoula, they held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of a Navy Exchange Micro Market. The market will provide 24/7 self-service access to food…
Dept. of Public Safety Commission Sean Tindell discusses issues at Driver Service Bureaus
Driver Service Bureau offices statewide were shutdown for a while and are now open with limited service because of problems with the system.…
Black History Month Spotlight Preview: Getting to know George 'Chuck' Patterson
In honor of Black History Month here at WXXV we are spotlighting individuals who are making a difference in their community. To finish out the month…
City of Long Beach announces railroad crossing grade improvements
Long Beach, MS, February 25, 2025– The City of Long Beach is scheduled to begin the Railroad Crossing Grade Improvement Project on Monday, March 3rd. This project will involve improvements to 9 railroad crossings across the city and is expected…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Car, 18-wheeler crash on I-10 in Jackson County
A heads up for drivers in Jackson County. According to MHP Troop K Spokesman Landon Orozco, a car and 18-wheeler were involved in a wreck westbound on the Pascagoula River Bridge. Two injuries have been reported. This incident happened near…
DMV will be open with limited services available
The Driver Service Bureau has released a new update following another day of issues statewide. The bureau is still experiencing software issues. They announced they will be open today under normal business hours despite expected delays. Limited services will be…
The latest on Pope Francis’ health
As Pope Francis remains in critical condition, many of you may be wondering what the next steps would be for the Catholic Church if he were to pass. WXXV Spoke…
Mississippi Senate passes its income tax cut plan
By TAYLOR VANCE/Mississippi Today Updated 10:11 AM CST, February 25, 2025 The Senate voted Monday evening to pass a tax cut that reduces the state income tax and the sales tax on groceries while raising the gasoline tax, setting up negotiations…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Intermittent closures on Popp’s Ferry Bridge
Heads up for Biloxi now, Popp’s Ferry Bridge will see intermittent closures starting today and lasting until 3. Work crews are making emergency repairs to the bridge’s steel decking. Officials say to expect long delays and advise all to seek…
Superior Optical advances to round of 16 in Mississippi Makers' Challenges
Superior Optical out of Ocean Springs has supplied eyewear to Mississippians since 1990.After over twenty years of operation, their eyeglasses are now competing to be…
Humane Society of South MS offers free vaccine clinic
The Humane Society of South Mississippi offered a free vaccine clinic for Harrison County residents this morning. Pet owners and their four-legged friends stopped by the West…
Authored bill could bring $2.5M to Pass Christian Fire Department for renovations
Mississippi State Representative Carolyn Crawford has authored a bill that could help replace the outdated stations of Pass Christian Fire Department. This legislation has the opportunity to secure funding for a new facility, something…
Mississippi sheriff’s deputy is shot and killed while responding to a call
By ASSOCIATED PRESS Updated 10:26 AM CST, February 24, 2025 TERRY, Miss. (AP) — A Mississippi sheriff’s deputy was shot and killed while responding to a call outside the state’s capital city of Jackson, authorities said. Deputy Martin Shields Jr., 37,…
Driver Service Bureau experiencing statewide issues
JACKSON, Miss., - The Driver Service Bureau is currently experiencing significant technical issues at all locations statewide due to a recent system upgrade from our vendor. While all locations remain open, wait times are considerably longer than usual, with some…
Legacy Park development in Jackson County revised due to lack of funding
After breaking ground on the Legacy Park project in Jackson County just four weeks ago, developers have scaled back the plans. What was originally…