$15.5M to 4 groups for Gulf of Mexico research
Officials say four teams of scientists are getting $15.6 million from BP oil spill fines to study fish, other sea life and birds in the Gulf of Mexico.
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Mississippi under statewide burn ban
At the request and advice of the Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC), Gov. Phil Bryant has signed a proclamation initiating a statewide burn ban, effective immediately. The burn ban will remain in place until further notice.
Pink Dress Fun Run takes place October 19th
On today's Non Profit Wednesday, we're talking about the upcoming Pink Dress Fun Run event that is hosted by Carter’s Champions Foundation. Proceeds from the walk go the Real Men Wear Pink campaign, which is then donated to Making Strides…
Funding approved to help Coast recover from Bonnet Carre opening
The government is now stepping in to help relieve some of the fishermen, marine life, and tourism issues left behind after 123 days of fresh water pouring into the Mississippi Sound. Dr. Moby Solangi said, “It’s one of the worst…
Houston man places $3.5M bet on World Series at Scarlet Pearl
What would you do with $3.5 million? One Houston man knows exactly how he wants to spend that amount of money. Today he is here on the Coast to show us how. The endless things that one could do with…
Long Beach Police and Harrison Co. deputies investigating shooting
Long Beach police and Harrison County deputies are combing through evidence following a shooting on Quarles Street. Long Beach Police Chief Billy Seal says the victim arrived at a local hospital just before 5 p.m., suffering from an apparent gunshot…
Gulfport PD participating in ‘Pink Patch Project’
Gulfport police are going pink for ‘Breast Cancer Awareness’ Month. You might have seen the new pink Gulfport police cruisers driving around. Now, they are adding even more pink to their department. The Gulfport Police Department is participating in the…
Community members concerned with overgrown tree in neighborhood
Community members in a Gulfport neighborhood are concerned for their safety after three branches have fallen on their roofs multiple times. Now, one neighbor says he is desperate to have someone help them in this situation. John Neumeyer has lived…
Man found not guilty in two fatal shootings
In Harrison County, gripping testimony and shocking new details in an apparent drug deal gone wrong in 2017. A jury deliberated for more than two hours finding Torre Clark not guilty of two first-degree murder charges. Officers arrested Clark in…
Houston man placing $3.5M sports bet at Scarlet Pearl
What would you do with $3.5 million? One Houston man knows exactly how he wants to spend that amount of money. Today, he’s here on the Coast to show us how. News 25’s Andrew Scherer is at the Scarlet Pearl…
ACT Work Ready Initiative kicks off in Harrison County
Today the Harrison County community took a step for the future of workforce ready employees in their community. It was the kickoff for their county wide ‘ACT Work Ready Initiative,’ which more than 25,000 employers are a part of nationwide.…
Most popular Halloween candies by state
A new survey reveals the most popular candies in America as Halloween inches closer. 'Bid on Equipment' releasing a map of the most popular Halloween candy in each state in America. Reese’s peanut butter cup was declared the most popular…
Gulfport Main Street and CTA partnering for 'View the Cruise'
It’s almost time for the Coast’s biggest kick-off party as Gulfport Main Street revs up for the 10th annual ‘View the Cruise’ event this weekend. Festivities will take place all around downtown Gulfport on Saturday, October 5th and Sunday, October…
Rooted in Rare: An Upcoming Party with a Purpose!
A party with a purpose! News 25 Today anchor Jaylon Morris caught up with Kaitlyn Orth, the Administrative Assistant for the United MSD Foundation to get all the details about the Rooted in Rare MSD Foundation upcoming fundraiser and birthday…
What's the (Political) Buzz All About? News 25 Today Reporter Breaks It Down in Morning Live Shot
With the general election in our state a little more than a month away, the Coast Young Professionals are hosting an event to gear up for the November 5th election day. News 25 Today’s Gabby Easterwood shares what you need…
‘Ideas on Tap’ Education Conference
The Mississippi Humanities Council stopped by the Biloxi Visitor’s Center for a discussion on public education. The ‘Ideas on Tap’ program is led by a panel of experts in education. The panel discussed topics such as funding, teaching, and resources…
Remembering Harrison County Sheriff’s Deputy Glenn Everett Roe
The community is still mourning after the loss of Harrison County Sheriff’s Deputy Glenn Roe. Glenn passed away Saturday after being hospitalized for injuries sustained in a three vehicle crash that also injured his wife. “I’m gonna miss him. I’m…
Memorial Physician Clinic gave free flu shots today
Health officials are urging everyone to get vaccinated as we head into flu season. More than a dozen children, including at least one in Mississippi, died during last year’s flu season. Memorial representatives provided free flu shots today at Memorial…
Millions of dollars being invested in new projects on the Coast
Coastal Mississippi CEO Milton Segarra tells News 25 that the future of the Coast looks bright with $600 million of new projects being worked on including the aquarium. With the tourism industry in South Mississippi being hit hard by the…
Scarlet Pearl to be new Cruisin’ the Coast venue in D’Iberville
The week everyone here on the Coast has been waiting on is finally here. Cruisin’ the Coast is set to kick off Saturday with tons of events happening from Bay St. Louis to Pascagoula, including entertainment, classic car shows, and…
Long Beach preparing for ‘Breakfast with the Mayor’
The City of Long Beach is setting the stage for Wednesday’s ‘Breakfast with the Mayor’ with Long Beach Mayor George Bass. The breakfast is put on by the mayor and Long Beach Chamber of Commerce and is scheduled for Wednesday,…
Governor appoints $5.9M to Biloxi waterfront plans
The City of Biloxi waterfront could see some major upgrades in the future thanks to Governor Phil Bryant. Governor Bryant has directed $5.9 million for Biloxi’s waterfront plan. These two grants are part of the governor’s 2019 Gulf of Mexico…
Biloxi police investigating human skeleton found on roof
Biloxi police are investigating a strange incident out of the downtown area. Police say most of an adult human skeleton has been found on the roof of a building. Investigators say no foul play is suspected. Harrison County Coroner Brian…
Cleaner World Festival
A new festival aimed at raising environmental awareness on the Coast made its debut on Saturday in Biloxi. A Cleaner World Festival featured speakers and vendors from numerous environmental organizations, including Healthy Gulf and Mississippi Commercial Fisheries United. The evening…