Former Waveland officers recount their experiences during Hurricane Katrina
WXXV News 25’s Megan Fayard sat down with former Waveland police officers who recounted the very moment their lives changed forever. First responders are the ones tasked…
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Former Governor Haley Barbour speaks about guiding the Coast through Katrina
Anyone who experienced Hurricane Katrina will never forget the worst natural disaster in U.S. history. When you look at the Coast today it is hard…
Ezell introduces resolution honoring the 20th Anniversary of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita
Congressman Mike Ezell introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to honor the lives lost and the communities forever changed due to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The resolution also recognizes ongoing efforts to rebuild and strengthen the Gulf…
Officials attend Katrina 20th anniversary memorial event in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- August 29, 2005: a day that so many of us will never forget. It was 20 years ago on this day that Hurricane Katrina…
Photographer commemorates Hurricane Katrina 20th anniversary
A renowned photographer spent the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina taking pictures. John Noltner joins us via Zoom for a project commemorating the 20th anniversary of the storm.
Author of ‘To Ride a Storm Surge’ Katrina book visits Pass Schools
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- Acclaimed author Lisa Hatfield visited Pass Christian Middle and High School to share her story and insights with students ahead…
Mississippi Power storm director discusses power restoration after Katrina
Today marks the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina’s landfall. Residents across the Coast were affected. Power companies were working to restore power. Mississippi Power Storm Director Stephen…
MHP kicking off 2025 Labor Day Holiday Travel Period
Mississippi Highway Patrol announced their Labor Day Holiday Travel enforcement period starts Friday, August 29. From 6 a.m. Friday until Monday at midnight, more patrols and checkpoints…
Former Biloxi Mayor Gerald Blessey speaks about Katrina 20 years later
Thousands of homes were destroyed when Katrina slammed into the Coast on August 29, 2005. As we approach the 20th anniversary on Friday, WXXV has…
Man arrested on offense of possession of child pornography in Picayune
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- A Picayune man was arrested on the offense of possession of child pornography. Officers of the Picayune Police Department responded to a business on Frontage Road on August 27. Upon arrival, the officers made contact with members…
$2 Million Mega Million ticket sold in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Earlier this week, a very lucky lottery player in South Mississippi hit it big. According to the Mississippi Lottery Corporation, a Mississippi player won $2 million on a Mega Million ticket. That winning ticket was purchased…
MHP investigating fatal motorcycle crash in Pearl River County
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash in Pearl River County. The incident happened around 6 a.m. Wednesday morning on Highway…
Ocean Springs passes order affecting bars, restaurants during Labor Day weekend
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) -- City leaders in Ocean Springs passed an order affecting bars and restaurants over the holiday weekend, in response to recent…
Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich discusses the Coast's recovery 20 years after Katrina
We’re continuing to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina’s destructive landfall. We’ve come along way since August 29, 2005. Among other things, the…
UPDATE: FOX, YouTube TV reach temporary agreement
YouTube and FOX have agreed to a short term deal to keep programming on the platform at least through 5 PM on Thursday, August 28. Both sides are continuing to work towards a long-term agreement. If an agreement is not…
A Mississippi city’s tax break spurred post-Katrina building. But will homes stand the next storm?
By JEFF AMY Updated 12:20 PM CDT, August 27, 2025 GULFPORT, Miss. (AP) — Rocking on his front porch overlooking the Mississippi Sound, former Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes questions how anyone wouldn’t want to live there. “People are always going to…
First case of human West Nile Virus in 2025 reported in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi State Department of Health has confirmed the first human case of West Nile Virus in Harrison County for 2025. Officials say this case serves as an important reminder that mosquitoes in our area can…
City of Ocean Springs implements proclamation and order regarding alcohol beverage sales
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Ocean Springs implementing a proclamation and order regarding alcohol sales. The city has issued an order following…
Youth crime concerns in Gulfport: State Rep. Jeffrey Hulum discusses with WXXV
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - In recent news in the City of Gulfport, several teens have been linked to criminal activity over the past few months. Just two weeks ago, the community held…
WWII, Korean war veteran celebrates 100th birthday in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Reaching a century of life is a milestone few ever see, but, a war veteran is celebrating just that. This is a big…
City of Ocean Springs working on comprehensive plan to address recent issues
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The City of Ocean Springs is addressing recent issues in the city. Mayor Bobby Cox and the Board of Aldermen saying…
Man arrested after officers find drugs in car, in his underwear
Picayune, Miss. (WXXV)- Picayune Police are sharing that officers pulled over a suspect with four outstanding warrants. Justin Stokes was pulled over August 25th around 4 PM after failing to stop at a stop sign. Probable cause allowed officers to…
Biloxi High School hosts premiere showing of "Hope in High Water" documentary
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- Songs of hope and remembrance filled the air at the Biloxi High School Performing Arts Center on Monday as…
Investigation continues into swimming death on Horn Island
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County coroner has identified the man who died after a Sunday swimming accident on Horn Island. According to our media partners, the…