Harrison County

Police officers cleared in 2018 shooting death

Police in an officer-involved shooting in Gulfport have been cleared. The shooting happened on March 3rd, 2018. Forty-one year-old Marvin Ray McMillian died in that shooting during a standoff with police.This happened about two months after a shooting in January…

Coast Observer 2019 Covey Awards

It’s a night to honor hundreds of people in the community who work hard in giving the best Gulf Coast experience. Tomorrow night is the 2019 Coast Observer Covey Awards at the Hard Rock Casino, beginning with a walk down…

Remembering Ke’myrah Jefferson

Tonight, community members, friends, and family came together to remember and celebrate Ke’myrah Jefferson at a vigil held at the same scene where she lost her life. Many came out to remember her, saying Ke’myrah really touched their lives. News…

Local girls receives donation from first responders

Two Gulfport girls were surprised this afternoon by local first responders in a special way. Kaylee and Paige Wilson are the founders of Delicious Divas. They sell lemonade and then use the proceeds to buy mugs for first responders. Those…

Gulf Coast Rescue Mission rebuilds after fire

Two and a half years ago, the people over at the Gulf Coast Rescue Mission had a devastating fire. Now, they are finally rebuilding. The fire burned down the Mission’s main building. Now, they are in phase one of rebuilding…

Construction moves forward on Mississippi Aquarium

This morning a massive step in the construction of the Mississippi Aquarium took place. Contractors from Roy Anderson Corp. installed the first set of acrylic panels that will act as windows for the main habitat. This is phase one of…

Local girl drowns behind apartment complex

What started as a normal Sunday afternoon quickly turned into a tragedy when a little girl lost her life, drowning in a creek behind her apartment complex in Gulfport. "I saw this little boy. I noticed he was soaking wet,…

Beau Rivage Resort & Casino Celebrates 20 Years

20 years ago, one of the biggest coast entertainment venues opened in Biloxi. This weekend, The Beau Rivage Resort & Casino is marking the milestone, the only way it seems fitting, with a huge blowout party.

"Going to the Movies" fundraiser honoring Lauren Hannah

Lauren Hannah is a 19-year-old Biloxi native who is fighting a rare form of cancer, for the second time. To help her and her family through these trying times, members of the community want to help her raise money and show her the best night of her life.

81- year- old man dies in fatal Hwy 67 crash

On 3-14-2019, at approximately 10:30pm, The Mississippi Highway Patrol investigated a fatal crash which occurred on Highway 67 off ramp to Highway 49 in Harrison County, claiming the life of one man.

Fallen Oak Golf Course preps for Rapiscan Systems Classic

The Rapiscan Systems Classic is back yet again. The annual golf tournament takes place from March 25th to the 31st. News 25's Kristen Anzuini has the inside scoop on what the folks over at Fallen Oak are doing to prep…

'Tour for life' pet adoption event this weekend in Gulfport

You have another chance to save a furry life this weekend. The Humane Society of South Mississippi has partnered with the North Shore Animal League America for the world's largest mobile pet adoption event. They call it the '2019 Tour…

14th Street block party in downtown Gulfport

Live music and food for free in a great downtown atmosphere! That’s what you'll get tonight at the 14th street block party where News 25's Gabby Easter wood joins us live.

Harrison County teacher job fair

The Harrison County School district is looking for new faces in the classroom at the third annual teacher job fair. Certified teachers and teacher candidates with pending certifications were encouraged to participate at the Harrison County School District Center for…

FLIXBUS comes to Mississippi

Do you have 99 cents and want to go on a trip? Well there's a new bus service starting in Biloxi, that's right up your alley. Flix-bus began rolling out of south Mississippi this morning. The service offers 99 cent…

What to expect for Spring Break in Biloxi

Spring break is upon us, which means thousands of people will be flocking to the beaches here on the Gulf Coast. News 25's Kristen Anzuini tells us what you can expect on the roads with all of the extra people…