Real Men Wear Pink honored
It was a night of celebration for the men who gave their time and resources to fighting breast cancer. The “Real Men Wear Pink of the Gulf Coast” were celebrated tonight at White Pillars in Biloxi. More than 85,000 were…
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Coast Young Professionals Holiday Sweater Soiree
It’s a holiday soiree that brought Coast Young Professionals out to Harrah’s Gulf Coast tonight to celebrate the holidays. They are calling it a party with a purpose. It’s a way to say thanks for all the hard work CYP…
All bowl games now available to wager at Scarlet Pearl
With the college football conference championships officially over, it’s now time to go bowling. Thirty-eight bowl games that will take place between December 20th and January 6th are all now available to wager. Included in those matchups is the College…
Mental Health First Aid Class
The Mental Health Association of South Mississippi is offering a new first aid class next year. The class is all about mental health. On January 10th, you can learn to spot the signs of different mental illnesses, how to approach…
Harrison County has a new chief engineer
The Harrison County Board of Supervisors has approved the hiring of a new chief engineer. Jaci Turner has replaced Danny Boudreaux as the Harrison County chief engineer for more than 15 years. Turner comes to Harrison County after being the…
Zoom Learning with Dr. Marco Robinson
Students at one middle school on the Coast participated in an interactive twist on learning today. Eighth grade students from Gulfport Central Middle School met with Prairie View A&M University Professor Dr. Marco Robinson today via video conference as part…
Gearing up for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon
We are gearing up for a big weekend here on the Coast. It’s almost time for the fourth Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon. Around 3,700 people will be lacing up their sneakers for the fourth annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon and…
WXXV Salvation Army Bell Ringers
‘Tis the season of giving and everyone here at WXXV News 25 is joining up with the Salvation Army all for a good cause. The News 25 crew is gathering at the neighborhood Walmart on Highway 49 and volunteered as…
Second arrest made in Biloxi burglary
A second arrest has been made in the case of a reported burglary that was in progress earlier this week in Biloxi’s Goose Point subdivision. On Wednesday, police arrested 22-year-old Lindsey Griffin IV on Eisenhower Drive in Biloxi, less than…
Wanted for grand larceny
With the Christmas season comes porch pirates and Biloxi police are looking for this man wanted for allegedly stealing packages off a porch on Howard Avenue. Police describe him as a black male with a beard. The incident happened on…
Police presence at Biloxi schools in response to reported social media threat
This morning at all Biloxi School District campuses there was increased security and Biloxi police present. This comes as a cautionary measure after several reports were made of a social media threat against Biloxi schools. A spokesperson with the district…
Biloxi School Threat: Threat addressed, increased police presence to remain as precaution
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — Don't be alarmed if you see more police on patrol and stationed at Biloxi schools this morning. The increased security and police presence is a cautionary measure after several reports of threats made on social media…
Biloxi School District releases statement regarding possible threats
Biloxi schools have received multiple reports this evening concerning a social media threat against Biloxi Schools. School officials immediately began communicating with local law enforcement and provided them with all relevant information. Law enforcement officials visited multiple homes and have…
‘Christmas in the Air’ at the Beau Rivage
The Beau Rivage Resort and Casino is inviting you to its Christmas show “Christmas in the Air.” The show includes high-kicking precision Christmas dancers in Broadway-style fashion, special appearances from Santa and his friends, and beautiful decorations from the time…
Biloxi firefighter receives huge award
Everyday firefighters put their life on the line for complete strangers. Recently, many Biloxi firefighters were honored for their heroism, including one who was awarded one of the department’s highest honors. Only three firefighters in the Biloxi Fire Department’s history…
Mobile home kitchen fire in D’Iberville
A family is safe after strong winds contributed to a kitchen fire this afternoon in D’Iberville. The fire took place off Popp’s Ferry Road just after 1 p.m. D’Iberville Fire Chief Gerald Smith said the fire happened on an addition…
Multiple closures on U.S. Highway 90 for Gulf Coast Marathon
Multiple roads will be closed on U.S. Highway 90 for the Gulf Coast Marathon this Sunday. The City of Pass Christian will close westbound traffic on U.S. 90 between Espy Ave. and Fort Henry St. from 6am until 9am. The…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon takes place this weekend
Thousands of people are hoping the weather will hold out and be nice this weekend as the annual Gulf Coast Marathon takes off. Thousands of people are making their way here to South Mississippi to pound the pavement in this…
Salvation Army City Hall Bell Ringing Challenge
The City of Gulfport is spreading holiday cheer today at the Sam’s Club with the Salvation Army’s ‘City Hall Bell Ringing Challenge.’ All funds raised go right back to the community to help with social services programs. These programs include…
WANTED: Biloxi Police asking for help identifying burglary suspect
The Biloxi Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a person suspected of burglary. On Monday, Biloxi Police responded to a residence located in the 300 Block of Goose Point Boulevard in reference to a residential burglary…
25 Days of Christmas adoption event
The 25 Days of Christmas adoption event continues to count down. Today, the Humane Society of South Mississippi hit stop number 10 at Harrah’s Gulf Coast. Pets were set up in the bus lobby for folks passing by to see…
Harrison County installs GPS technology in vehicle fleet
Harrison County’s vehicle fleet is receiving a technology upgrade. The Harrison County Board of Supervisors approved the installation of GPS systems in the county’s fleet of vehicles and equipment. With a total of more than 200 units, the vehicle installation…
Arrested for third degree arson
The Biloxi Police Department arrested 43-year-old Christopher Lee Johns on a charge of third degree arson. The arrest was the result of an investigation into an arson incident reported on December 9th in the 700 block of Howard Ave in which…
‘Blitz to the Superdome’ winner announced
Many of you have been following along and playing the Harrah’s ‘Blitz to the Superdome’ contest. Today, we are announcing our big winner. Congratulations to Jennifer Brickson from Ocean Springs. Jennifer is the winner of two tickets to the Saints…