Harrison County

Body found in Gulfport

The body of a man found in Gulfport today has been identified as a Pass Christian man who has been missing since early this morning. Sixty-year-old Kenneth Charlot was first reported missing from his Pass Christian home on Seal Avenue…

‘Shapeshift’ opening reception at Almost Circle Gallery

The Almost Circle Gallery in Biloxi is hosting an opening reception today from 5 to 8 p.m. The event, ‘Shapeshift,’ will showcase works of artists Brent Houzenga and Sam Stolte. Houzenga’s work is stencil based referencing photographs of strangers, while…

Missing Pass Christian man investigation labeled a homicide

On Friday, February 2, 2018 Pass Christian Police Chief Timothy Hendricks announced the investigation of a missing person Kenneth Charlot transitioning to a homicide investigation. Authorities have received confirmation from the Gulfport Police Department and the Harrison County Coroner’s office…

Preparing for parades in Biloxi

Over the next week, the City of Biloxi is working to prepare their residents for the upcoming Mardi Gras festivities. The city hosts several events and balls and the Gulf Coast Carnival Association and the Krewe of Neptune throw two…

Krewe of Neptune Coronation Ball rehearsals

Tonight, the Krewe of Neptune held a rehearsal to prepare for their 34th annual Coronation Ball. Tonight, the 2018 court got a chance to practice for their big night, taking place this Saturday at the Biloxi Civic Center. The ball…

Gulfport-Biloxi International restaurant grand opening

Those traveling through the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport will now be able to have a taste of the Gulf Coast without ever leaving the terminal. The grand opening of the Gulf Coast Grill and Taproom was held this afternoon and local…

Residential burglary arrest

A Biloxi man is behind bars for residential burglary in the 200 block of Dewey Circle that occurred in January. According to Biloxi police, 18-year-old Michael Lee Jr. was arrested on a warrant for the report of burglary in Biloxi.…

Disorderly conduct and felony warrant arrest

D’Iberville police arrested a man who was listed as a fugitive from justice wanted for failure to appear on a possession of a controlled substance charge by the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department. Officers responded to Lowe’s on Sangani Boulevard today…

Krewe of Neptune coronation ball rehearsals

The Krewe of Neptune coronation ball is less than two weeks away and rehearsals for the ball are being held tonight. News 25’s Veronica Bayona joins us from the Biloxi Civic Center with more.

Patio 44 coming to downtown Gulfport

A lot that’s been vacant in Gulfport since Katrina will soon be transformed into Patio 44’s newest location. The Hattiesburg based company opened their first Coast location in Biloxi in November 2016. Now, their newest spot will sit at the…

Biloxi Fire Department training

Over the next few weeks, members of the Biloxi Fire Department are taking part in specialized training in a controlled environment. The Biloxi firefighters are working to develop a better and more efficient emergency response and they are doing that…

Women suspected of shoplifting

The Biloxi police are also asking for public assistance identifying two women wanted for questioning in relation to another shoplifting case at the Belk inside the Edgewater Mall. On January 25th, they stole over one thousand dollars’ worth of merchandise.…

Two men wanted for shoplifting

The Biloxi Police Department would like your help identifying two people who shoplifted display items at the Crickett Wireless Store on Pass Road. The individuals in question are a pair of black males. One suspect was wearing a black hoodie…

Fatal highway 53 accident overnight

One man is dead following a crash in Harrison County. Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to the accident on Highway 53 northbound near County Farm Road around 10:45 last night. The driver, a 31-year-old male from Saucier, lost control of his…

Crash in Gulfport Injures Motorcyclist

Around 12:30pm today a motorcyclist was involved in an accident involving a car on Highway 49 at the O’neal Road intersection. The motorcyclist was injured in the crash. News 25 will have more at 5pm on Fox and 5:30pm on…

Gulfport Mayor’s Youth Council meets for team building

Today the Gulfport Mayor’s Youth Council had their first team-building exercise at Altitude Trampoline Park in Gulfport. Tonight’s event was about bringing together the 27 like-minded high school students that were chosen to make up this year’s Gulfport Mayor’s Youth…

Saving city funds by helping furry friends

For seven years now, the Long Beach Police Department has sheltered stray cats and dogs instead of taking them over to the Humane Society, but why do they do this? News 25’s Veronica Bayona has the full story. Seven years…

Jazz and Jeans Mardi Gras Ball

If you are looking for a Mardi Gras ball to head to, but don’t want to worry about the hassle of a ball gown or tuxedo then listen up. Jazz and Jeans is the newest Mardi Gras ball on the…

Coffee with a Cop

This morning, Gulfport police officers had a chance to chat with locals and enjoy a cup of coffee and a doughnut. Dozens of people crowded into the Starbucks in Gulfport to get an opportunity to mingle with local law enforcement…

Accused of assaulting a paramedic

Biloxi police arrested a homeless man for simple assault on an emergency technician. Police say officers and AMR assisted 58-year-old Marvin Watkins of Florida after falling off his bike on Pass Road. During transport to the Biloxi VA Hospital, Watkins…

House fire in Harrison County

Shortly after three this afternoon another fire broke out in Harrison County on Northrop Cuevas Road. Firefighters responded to the scene after the homeowner rushed his family out of the house. The fire began in the dining room of the…

Indecent comments made to Harrison County supervisor

A Harrison County official claims a longtime lobbyist made a crude sexual demand to her in front of other officials at a social event. District 1 Supervisor Beverly Martin claims that Lobbyist Scott Levanway used a vulgar expression to demand…