13th annual Hunger Homeless Meal
It’s a cause near and dear to the Back Bay Mission, making sure those in need receive a hearty meal this Thanksgiving. The Back Bay Mission is extending its helpful hand for the 13th year in a row to those…
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Volunteers needed during the holidays
During last week’s cold front, News 25 told you that the Seashore Mission in Biloxi was worried they would not be able to open their cold weather shelter due to a lack of volunteers. Thanks to the response from our…
Courthouse Road construction
The construction on Courthouse Road has been described as a nightmare by some business owners on the street. Around a year ago, construction was completed on Courthouse. Now crews are back out on the road doing a complete repavement and…
Better Business Bureau warns of ‘Secret Sister’ gift exchange scam
While the holiday seasons brings lots of joy, it also brings lots of scams. One popular scam that has been circulating around Facebook for years is the ‘Secret Sister Exchange.’ The post promises you’ll get anywhere between six and 36…
‘Family Feud Live’ in Biloxi
One of the country’s most popular game show franchises made its way to the Coast this weekend with a celebrity twist. Fans lined up at the Beau Rivage for ‘Family Feud Live: Celebrity Edition’ featuring comedians Tom Arnold and Pauly…
Holiday Tea Party and Craft Fair
The Carnival Association of Long Beach pulled out all the stops over the weekend for one of its annual parties. Saturday marked the association’s ‘Holiday Tea Party.’ Groups bought tables for the tea party and decorated them in personalized and…
Bark for Life
Dog owners and those committed to defeating cancer gathered in Biloxi on Saturday for a unique event. ‘Bark for Life of the Mississippi Gulf Coast’ was put on by the American Cancer Society as a way to honor dogs who…
Missing Person Found: Albert J. Givens
The Biloxi Police Department would like to thank the public for helping/ assisting in locating the reported missing person, Albert J. Givens (Age 58). A press release was issued on this date, 11-18-2019. Mr. Givens was contacted by officers on…
Gabby Easterwood Gives Live Preview of Local Crime Stoppers Program
Coast Crime Stoppers has teamed up with local police chiefs and sheriffs for a new initiative called “The 9 pm Routine.” Its goal is to bring awareness to residents about the importance of locking your homes and vehicles, especially as…
Autopsies Ordered in Double Killing in Gulfport Fugitive Standoff In Texas
Autopsies have been ordered on the two men, including Gulfport fugitive, Roderick Bowers, who were killed in a standoff at an apartment complex in Montgomery County, Texas early Friday morning. Bowers' body was found along with the body of a…
Brett Favre visits the Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast
The kids at the Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast got a real treat today. Former Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame Quarterback Brett Favre stopped by to say hello. He spent time sharing his experience working in…
New way to recycle on the beach
The Harrison County Beautification Commission, the Harrison County Board of Supervisors, Mississippi Aquarium, and Gulfport High School came up with a new and interactive way to keep our beaches clean on the Coast. They came together to build a mobile…
Gulfport Fire Department Station 9 groundbreaking
It is a historic day for Gulfport Fire Department as they broke ground this morning on station number nine in the Orange Grove community. This station is located on Dedeaux Road and many members of the community and city officials…
Equipping and Empowering the Leaders of Tomorrow: Youth Empowerment Conference Set for This Weekend in Biloxi
They are the future, and a weekend event is tailor-made to empower and equip our young people. Sylvia Morris, CEO and Founder of the non-profit Empowerment for the Next Generation joined News 25 Today to share details about a weekend…
Going Beyond the Classroom: This Week's Hometown Hero
News 25 Today's Lindsey Goodwin introduces us to gifted teacher, Dayna Clark, taking us inside the classroom of this special South Mississippi teacher who goes above and beyond to meet the needs and help empower her students, in this week's…
Gabby Easterwood with Live Updates on Gulfport Fugitive Stand Off and Death in Texas
News 25 Today's Gabby Easterwood provides live updates in WXXV News morning shows as information continues to develop in the overnight death of a Gulfport fugitive wanted for murder, kidnapping and assault, and the investigation into the death of the…
The Gloves Are Off in This Week's Finally Friday!
Find out why the gloves are off in this week's edition of Finally Friday with Porsha Williams, as Porsha shares a sneak peek of some coast events you may want to check out this weekend!
Gulfport Fugitive One of Two Men Dead After Stand Off at Texas Apartment Complex
Wanted for murder, considered armed and dangerous, and an entire apartment complex and neighborhood on lock down overnight as Texas law enforcement worked to close in on Gulfport fugitive Roderick Bowers overnight. The scene unfolded Thursday night at Harmony Park…
Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum grand opening in Biloxi
It’s a tribute to the history of Mardi Gras in Mississippi. Tonight was the grand opening of the Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum. The newly renovated building is chock full of traditional Mardi Gras attire, including the krewes’ king and…
Criminal Justice Career Fair at William Carey
Criminal justice agencies from across the South were at William Carey University’s Tradition Campus for a career fair today. WCU students, along with community members, got the chance to learn about different law enforcement agencies and the different jobs they…
New casino applies for gaming permit
A new multi-million dollar casino and resort could soon be making its way to the City of Biloxi. Biloxi Capital published its notice of intent to apply for gaming site approval for a 30-acre tract of land in East Biloxi…
What you need to know about the lottery
We are getting closer to being able to play the lottery right here in Mississippi. News 25’s Victoria Bailey is in Biloxi with the Mississippi Lottery Corporation with more on what you need to know about this new attraction.
Gaston Point Community Center gym opens
Three years after the Gaston Point Community Center closed, kids in the community finally have a gym they can call home to play ball. Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes was in attendance as the ribbon cutting for the renovated center took…
Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum opens Nov. 19th
On Howard Avenue, they’re putting the finishing touches on the Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum. A special opening gala is scheduled for tomorrow evening at 6 p.m. Admission to the event is a $75 donation. Formerly the Mardi Gras Museum, once…