Harrison County

Habitual offender sentenced to 35 years

A Lucedale man has been sentenced to 35 years in prison on assault and kidnapping charges dating back four years ago. Andrew Williams, 31, was sentenced to two counts of kidnapping in Jackson County in March 2018 and one count…

Mosquito Control out in full force in Harrison County

These pesky summer bugs are out in full force and they’re sure to get under your skin as temperatures stay high and rain continues to fall. This week, the Mississippi Department of Health confirmed two new human cases of West…

New push for Biloxi firefighters

Have you always wanted to fight fires and help out your community as a first responder? Well, you may be in luck because the Biloxi Fire Department needs you to step up. They are currently accepting applications. To push for…

First Responder Night at MGM Park

You can join our Biloxi Shuckers in honoring our local heroes in the community tonight. Last night’s game between the Biloxi Shuckers and Mobile Baybears was postponed due to heavy rain in the Biloxi area. The game will be made…

Subject involved in a shoplifting

The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in identifying a subject involved in a shoplifting in the 2600 Block of CT Switzer Sr. Dr. On July 24th, a white male left the store with a grey Superman hat and…

Third annual Red, White, and Brew

The third annual Red, White, and Brew fundraiser kicked off tonight at the Scarlet Pearl Casino. It was an event to help people in attendance unwind with a glass of the best brew the Mississippi Coast has to offer while…

Gorenflo Elementary closed to students Thursday due to fire

This afternoon, several thunderstorms popped up which Biloxi school officials believe caused lightning to strike one of the AC units at Gorenflo Elementary School. Firefighters were able to control the fire shortly after the lightning strike. As a result, students…

Hyde-Smith speaks at legislative luncheon at MGCCC

Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith made her way down to the Gulf Coast to speak in Gulfport. The senator spoke today at the Gulfport Chamber of Commerce’s annual Legislative Luncheon. Community members from the entire Coast were on hand to watch Hyde-Smith…

Point Cadet Plaza Playground resurfacing project complete

Following its closure at the beginning of the year, the playground at Point Cadet Plaza in Biloxi is ready to reopen. Due to the effects of Hurricane Nate, the playground had to close. Saltwater from Biloxi Bay washed up into…

Balius 100th anniversary

It’s a historic time for a historic business here on the Coast. A century has come and gone and one D’Iberville business is still serving the oyster industry on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and beyond. Balius Welding and Iron Works…

Man sentenced to seven years for felony DUI

A Gulfport man has been sentenced to several years in prison after pleading guilty to his seventh DUI. John Langston, 50, has been sentenced to seven years to serve without parole for felony driving under the influence on August 16th,…

Third annual Red, White, and Brew

The third annual Red, White, and Brew fundraiser kicks off tonight. It’s an event that is drawing people from all over the Coast to the Scarlet Pearl Resort and Casino in D’Iberville. News 25’s Victoria Bailey has more.

Hancock Whitney Splash Bash theme and artwork revealed

Today, the theme for the Hancock Whitney Splash Bash benefiting the Mississippi Aquarium was announced. September’s party is being hailed “The Year of the Croc.” This year’s Splash Bash will spotlight the endangered American Crocodile. Bob and Bob were in…

First Responders Night at MGM Park

Tomorrow night you can join our Biloxi Shuckers in honoring our local heroes in the community. WXXV is presenting First Responder Night at MGM Park for the game against the Mobile Baybears. The Shuckers will be wearing specialty Biloxi police…

Popp’s Ferry Bridge back open

According to the City of Biloxi, the Popp’s Ferry Bridge experienced an electrical shortage caused by the rain in the area yesterday. The electrical shortage affected a switch that dealt with the closing of the bridge and is currently being…

Popps Ferry Bridge Back Open After Temporary Closing

The Popps Ferry Bridge in Biloxi is back open and traffic is flowing smoothly after being shut down for a little more than an hour Wednesday morning, from sometime after 5 a.m. to just before 8 a.m. The bridge was…

Local woman receives kidney donation from stranger

An update to a story News 25 first brought you earlier this year about a local woman who was in desperate need of a new kidney. She advertised she needed a donor on the back of her car and on…

Attempted to pass counterfeit bill

The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to identify subject(s) who allegedly attempted to pass a counterfeit $100 dollar bill in the 1900 block of Pass Road. The white male and white female subjects attempted to pass…

Hurricane Camille events this weekend

Hurricane Camille made landfall on the Coast on August 17th 50 years ago, devastating those here in South Mississippi. The Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum will host a variety of events over the weekend to remember the Category 5 hurricane.…

School bus safety

All last week schools rang their bells to bring their students back to the classrooms for the new school year. One way a lot of students get to and from school is the school bus. In the Biloxi School District,…

Humane Society Wellness Pop-up Clinic

North Gulfport residents had the chance to make sure their pets are in top shape for free on Saturday. The Humane Society of South Mississippi held a wellness pop-up clinic for animal owners at the Lyman Community Center. Vaccinations, microchips,…