Harrison County

Former Biloxi resource officer re-sentenced

Earlier this week, former Chief Resource Officer of Biloxi School District Paul Cannette received a sentence that called for four years in prison and two years on house arrest. He would be required to pay $10,000 in restitution. Today, he…

First Responders Appreciation Dinner

Tonight, Coast area first responders will be honored at the First Responders Annual Appreciation Dinner held by Keesler Federal Credit Union. This year, the bank has partnered with the Beau Rivage to host the big event. News 25’s Veronica Bayona…

One dead in motorcycle accident

A Biloxi man is dead after a motorcycle accident in D’Iberville Wednesday evening. Police responded to the area of Lamey Bridge Road, just south of the Sangani Boulevard and Mallet Road intersections, due to a two vehicle accident. Captain Marty…

New subdivision coming to Biloxi

The City of Biloxi has seen a lot of growth in the past few months. Biloxi City Councilman Kenny Glavan says that growth will continue with a new subdivision coming to the area. The new subdivision, the Peninsula, will be…

Former Biloxi resource officer resentenced

Today in Gulfport a re-sentencing hearing for former Chief Resource Officer of Biloxi School District Paul Cannette took place. Earlier this week, he received a sentence that called for four years in prison and two years on house arrest and…

Sports book revenues for the City of Biloxi

The City of Biloxi is putting a price on sports book revenues that can benefit some residents. The city is projecting a million dollars in new revenue from sports books. The mayor and the city council are working on a…

Deceased Keesler active duty member identified

First Lt. Sonagnon Dabli died at 8:45 a.m. Tuesday, Aug 21, 2018, here. “We are deeply saddened by the loss of Lt. Dabli,” said Col. Lance C. Burnett, 81st Training Wing vice commander. “Sonagnon was relatively new to Keesler and…

Staying safe while running alone

This morning, police released more information about Mollie Tibbets. She went missing on July 18th in Brooklyn, Iowa. Investigators say the 20-year-old went on a jog when she was followed and eventually taken and killed. Now, police are warning joggers…

Biloxi Fire Department to receive new gear

Every year, the Biloxi Fire Department replaces their turnout gear and gets brand new suits for the firemen. While this year is no exception, they can expect an upgrade. Biloxi Fire Chief Joe Boney says the new Globe athletic gear…

Tulane University in Biloxi announces closure

Almost three years ago, the new Tulane University campus in Biloxi was built. Today, they alerted all students and faculty they will no longer be admitting new students. In a location convenient for many South Mississippi students, Tulane University in…

Water advisory for areas in Gulfport-Biloxi

The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality issued a water contact advisory after a waste water leak in Gulfport Tuesday afternoon. The leak has been stopped, but crews continue to clean up after a waste water main break on Carl Legget…

Resort-style senior living coming to Biloxi

Today the ground was broken for Biloxi’s newest resort-style senior housing community. Quality Senior Living and the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce hosted the groundbreaking for The Blake at Biloxi today. The Blake will feature a full continuum of…

$23 million construction projects in Biloxi

While construction is underway for both the Watermark and the Hilton Inn, $23 million dollars’ worth of construction will add businesses, hotels, and restaurants to the City of Biloxi. Two hundred and eighty-four building permits were issued to start a…

Meet the Candidate: Chris McDaniel

With the general elections quickly approaching, the Harrison County Republican Women are making sure the community is informed before casting their votes. Tonight, the group held a political forum introducing one of the candidates running for U.S. Senate in the…

New development for the Gulfport Marina

The Gulfport Marina will be seeing more traffic as a new elevated structure is in the works. The new building is still in the planning phase, but Gulfport City Council gave the go-ahead on the project this afternoon. The elevated…

Sixth graders learn how to build a computer

While most high school students spend their free time playing on their computers, Harrison Central High School senior Blake Martin is building it. It all started in sixth grade when his uncle taught him about the parts of a computer.…

Helping local youth climb to success

Climb CDC has a new CEO, John Whitfield, and the mission continues as the group recruits local youth to enroll in their life changing programs. Climb CDC Workforce Training Institute Counselor Shuida Haynes said, “There are some burdens they’re dealing…

Man wanted for credit card fraud

Biloxi police are asking for help finding a man wanted for credit card fraud. The person used a fraudulent credit card to obtain approximately $300 from an ATM machine. The vehicle is believed to be a gold or tan Volkswagen…

Meet the Candidate: Chris McDaniel

With the general elections quickly approaching, the Harrison County Republican Women are making sure the community is informed before casting their votes. News 25’s Veronica Bayona is at the MGCCC Hospitality and Resort Management Center where the Harrison County Republican…

Wanted for armed robbery at Pass Road Waffle House

On August 21, 2018 at 3:07 a.m., two black males entered the Waffle House located at 2233 East Past Road wearing masks. The males displayed firearms and demanded money. They took an undisclosed amount of cash from the business and…

Shuckers host local schools for day game

A rare morning game at MGM Park today provided the perfect opportunity for some local students to take a break from all the back to school commotion. The Biloxi Shuckers hosted Education Day. Several educational exhibits were set up around…