Harrison County

Harrison County Fair opens

If you’re looking to get a fun head start on your weekend look no further than the Harrison County Fair in Gulfport. The fair officially opened this morning as vendors and fair employees began setting up for this weekend’s food,…

Fatal crash on Interstate 10 in Harrison County

This morning, around 6:30, a motorcyclist was killed on Interstate 10 eastbound near mile marker 23 in Harrison County. The accident happened when a Toyota Tacoma rear-ended the Harley Davidson and the driver of the Harley was ejected and continued…

Humane Society on pets after storms

The Humane Society of South Mississippi opened today at noon after closing down yesterday in preparation for Tropical Storm Gordon. Development Manager Katie King says they’re very thankful the storm was not as bad as it could have been. Overcapacity…

Casinos Talk Tropical Storm Gordon

At 7:45 Wednesday morning, the Gaming Commission of South Mississippi sent out a notice saying Coast casinos could open back up after a mandatory shutdown issued at 5 p.m. Tuesday in preparation for Tropical Storm Gordon. After the notice was sent…

Armed suspect shot by Gulfport police

A reportedly armed suspect was shot by Gulfport police Tuesday afternoon during an investigation into a series of shootings. The incident happened around 3 p.m. in the 1,000 block of West Birch Drive. The Gulfport Police Department has been investigating…

BP Legislation signing ceremony

Today, Governor Bryant is set to sign off on the BP legislation, bringing $700 million in settlement funds to the Coast. News 25’s Jaylon Morris is at the Hancock Whitney Building in Gulfport with more.

Prepping for Gordon

While Gordon shifted before making landfall late Tuesday night, Gulfport residents were still on high alert most of the evening and under a curfew. Neon lights dotted the late night sky in downtown Gulfport Tuesday night as Gordon made landfall…

Tropical Storm Gordon’s impact on Biloxi

While parts of Jackson and George counties got pounded by heavy rain from Tropical Storm Gordon, most of Harrison County stayed relatively dry. Every time a hurricane or tropical storm starts brewing out in the Gulf of Mexico it becomes…

Curfew in Harrison County from 7 p.m to 7 a.m.

Harrison County Emergency Managers, first responders as well as county and city officials met today to go over plans for Tropical Storm Gordon. Harrison County Emergency Management Director Rupert Lacy tells News 25 each storm is different and they have…

Coast casinos to close; sheriff announces curfew

The Mississippi Gaming Commission has announced that Coast casinos will close today no later than 5 p.m. The sheriff of Harrison County, meantime, has announced that a curfew will be in effect from 7 p.m. until 7 a.m.

Keesler Federal Credit Union branch closings

Due to the impending hurricane, Keesler Federal Credit Union branches will observe the following schedule: All branches in Louisiana and South Mississippi (including Stone and Pearl River counties) closed today, Tuesday, September 4, at 1pm. The Louisiana and South Mississippi…

City of Gulfport curfew

Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes declares that a curfew exists within the municipal boundaries of the City of Gulfport starting at 7 p.m. on September 4th, 2018 and continuing until such time as the same is rescinded in writing. Any person…

Harrison County Emergency Management prepares for Gordon

Harrison County Emergency Management is continuing to prepare for the impact of Gordon and create a plan to make sure everyone stays safe. News 25’s Caroline Eaker is at the Harrison County Emergency Management Agency with more.

Edgewater Mall closing early

Edgewater Mall will close at 3 p.m. Tuesday September 4, 2018 due to Tropical Storm Gordon.  Normal business hours will resume Wednesday September 5, 2018.

Olive Garden gives back to first responders

Since 2002, Olive Garden has served more than 12,000 meals to first responders on Labor Day. This year is no different in D’Iberville. What better way to say thank you to those who serve us every day than with a…

Biloxi orders evacuation of harbors

It's official: Gordon is expected to make landfall on the Mississippi Gulf Coast on Tuesday night, and the National Weather Service has issued a hurricane warning, with the possibility of hurricane-force winds expected begining late Tuesday afternoon. All vessels in…

Victim identified in fatal cyclist and vehicle crash

Harrison County Coroner Gary Hargrove has confirmed the identity of the woman hit by a car while riding her bicycle. She has been identified as 54-year-old Carmella Prestia of Gulfport. According to Gulfport police, the crash happened on Kremer Bridge…

Overnight fire destroys Harrison County home

An overnight blaze has left one Harrison County family without a home. According to Harrison County Fire Chief Pat Sullivan, the fire destroyed a single story home on West Dubisson Road. No one was home at the time of the…

Inkin’ the Coast

The eighth annual Inkin’ the Coast brought a weekend full of art and fun. Some favorite stars from shows like Ink Master were there to show off their skills. Inkin’ the Coast kicked off on Friday and brought in artists…