Harrison County

Gulfport PD hosting civilian gun safety class

According to the Gulfport Police Department, accidents involving guns happen all too often across the U.S. So officials at the station are doing something to help. The Gulfport Police Department will be hosting a civilian gun safety class on January…

Naturalization Ceremony in Gulfport

The American Dream was alive and well today at the United States Courthouse in Gulfport. A room full of people filled up a courtroom to celebrate 13 of the newest citizens of the United States. For these 13 people from…

Remembering Darren Endris

The Biloxi Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of their own. Darren Endris passed away on Wednesday morning at the age of 52. The flags at Biloxi Fire Station 4 are at half-staff, paying tribute to a fallen…

Jacked Up Coffee Bar grand opening

Coffee lovers, listen up! A new coffee bar is holding their grand opening this evening on Howard Avenue in Biloxi that will be bringing the feel of New Orleans right here to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood…

Ms. Wheelchair Mississippi donations

In 2016, at just 15-years-old, Emily Oliver was involved in a car crash in Saucier that broke her femur, pelvis, and neck. Fast forward three years and life looks a lot different for the 18-year-old. Although Emily is a paraplegic…

Martin Luther King Jr. Celebrations in Biloxi

Here on the Gulf Coast, a group wants to make sure everyone, especially the youth, remembers Dr. King’s sacrifice for justice with a coast wide celebration. Things kickoff tomorrow and go through the beginning of next week. People who attend…

Long Beach School plans

This morning, Long Beach Schools Superintendent Dr. Jay Smith gave an update to members of the Gulf Coast Chamber on things going on in the district. Last August, Long Beach voters approved a $20 million bond that would bring improvements…

Gulfport Fire Department appreciation breakfast

This morning, members of the Gulfport Valley of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite hosted a breakfast to honor Gulfport’s bravest. The Gulfport Fire Department joined the members to enjoy eggs, pancakes, coffee, and fellowship. John McKelvy, a member of…

Mississippi Aquarium update

Construction for the Coast’s first accredited aquarium remains on schedule for the end of 2019 to early 2020. At the future site of the Mississippi Aquarium, the concrete has been laid for the most noticeable pieces of the aquarium: the…

MLK Coastwide Celebration ramps up

We are just a few days away from the MLK Coastwide Celebration and organizers are excited about this year’s lineup. Things kickoff on Friday with the Aretha Franklin Tribute Concert, followed by the MLK Old School Party fundraiser at Climb…

Coast Episcopal School is expanding

For the students and teachers of Coast Episcopal School in Long Beach, the word of the year is growth. In the coming months they’ll be adding a middle school and a maker space which will be the first of its…

Car crash on Highway 49 in Gulfport leaves one dead

Gulfport police responded to a fatal two vehicle wreck shortly before 10 this morning on Highway 49. Police say a 2013 Hyundai attempted to travel east across Highway 49 when it was struck by a tractor trailer traveling north. Sources…

Missing person Karen Lively found

Karen Lively, the Biloxi woman who was missing for more than a week, has now been found safe. Police say she went to McElroy’s Restaurant where friends and former co-workers made the call to law enforcement. Biloxi police thank everyone…

Trevues Martin murder trial delayed

The murder trial of Trevues Martin is on hold today after the defendants reportedly showed up to the court with the same lawyer. In September 2016, 20-year-old Martin was found dead on Monterey Drive in the front seat of his…

Helping the U.S. Coast Guard

Right now we are in the midst of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history and thousands of U.S. Coast guard members are preparing to miss their first paycheck today. To make this time without pay a little bit easier,…

Developments on Howard Avenue

The Biloxi City Council discussed further development on Howard Avenue. In a six to one vote, the council agreed to partner with Howard Avenue Development, LLC. This is the start of a multi-year project which includes revitalizing five properties along…

Former Saints player opens restaurant

It was an exciting day at the Boomtown Casino in Biloxi. Former Saints player Deuce McAllister held a ribbon cutting for his brand new restaurant. Saints fans and food lovers can rejoice! Former Saints and Ole Miss running back Deuce…

Biloxi City Council votes on blocking short term rentals

Biloxi City Council’s meeting was standing room only as residents were lined up to voice their concerns and support for permits allowing short term rentals. The council voted against imposing a temporary block on the issuance of short term rental…

The search continues for Karen Lively

The Biloxi Police Department still need help finding 51-year-old Karen Lively. She was reported missing last Thursday around 7:20 p.m. and was last seen near the Debuys Road and C.T. Switzer Road area. Major Chris De Back tells News 25…

The Village Justice Symposium

As Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day draws near, the MLK Coastwide committee is busy preparing festivities in his honor. The four day celebration features a gospel tribute for the Civil Rights icon as well as words of inspiration with…

Jacob Himes awarded Petco’s ‘Unsung Hero’ award

This morning, one hard working volunteer at the Humane Society of South Mississippi was rewarded for his dedication to the pets he loves and cares for. Jacob Himes, a hero to his mom, a hero to the pets he loves…

Missing person: Karen L. Lively

The daughter of a missing Biloxi woman is now asking for help finding her mother who was last seen nearly a week ago. Police say Karen Lively, a white female, was last seen wearing a gray sweater, blue jeans, and…

Short term rental issue in Biloxi

The Biloxi City Council voted to deny a short term rental request for a condominium unit last week, making the rental issues a huge topic for the city. Short term rental is the rental of any residential or commercial dwelling…

MLK Coastwide Celebration gears up

The 2019 MLK Coastwide Celebration is ramping up. Beginning Friday, the MLK Coastwide committee is hosting several events to honor the nation changing accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This year’s theme is ‘be the difference.’ All in attendance…