Harrison County

Biloxi Police pursing suspect on Highway 49 North

​Biloxi police pursued a suspect in an active police chase in the area of Highway 49 near Crossroads Parkway in Gulfport. The suspect stole a vehicle and proceeded to lead police on a chase through Highway 49. As of right…

UPDATE: Biloxi Police identifies suspects in shooting case

Biloxi Police announced that the vehicle and suspects they asked for the public's help with have been identified and contacted in relation to a Sept. 9 shooting. Maj. Christopher DeBack said in a press release on Wednesday morning that the…

The latest on school schedules in South Mississippi

With Sally expected to make landfall as a hurricane and heavy rainfall and coastal flooding can be expected across the Gulf Coast, some schools are already announcing closures. Ocean Springs School District to close all operations on Wednesday due to…

Quite the Show: On the Fringes of Sally

A number of people were suffering cabin fever, thankful the storm bypassed us here in South Mississippi for the most part, but still curious about how Sally was looking on the outer fringes of the storm in Biloxi. 5 p.m.…

Harrison County lifts mandatory evacuation order

Harrison County Emergency Management lifted the mandatory evacuation order at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 15. Shelter shutdowns will begin Wednesday, Sept. 16. “We are asking everyone to stay home tonight if they can,” Harrison County Emergency Management Director Rupert…

Water rising in Long Beach

Long Beach is also starting to feel the effects of Hurricane Sally. Waves are starting to crash over onto the roads, creating standing water. Due to the already high tide, water is rising along Highway 90. Harrison County remains under…

Water rising near Gulfport Pier

Harrison County officials put out a warning to folks that because of the already high tide, water was rising in the area, covering the parking lot and nearly submerging some posts and signs in Gulfport. Even near Ken Combs Pier…

Feed My Sheep resumes operations Wednesday

Feed My Sheep will resume home-bound and grab-and-go meals on Wednesday. Board Chairman David Lion said that with Hurricane Sally moving to the east, the board felt comfortable going back to the regular schedule. Meals to home-bound residents will resume…

Road closures in Pass Christian

The following roads are currently closed in Pass Christian: 1st Ave at Henderson Point 5th Street at Henderson Point 5th Street at County 9th St. at County Basswood Bay Wood Bayou Lane at Henderson Point Clark Ave at North End…

Coast Transit Authority offering transportation to EMA shelters

Harrison County Coast Transit Authority is changing their route for Hurricane Sally. They stopped running their fixed bus scheduled and will start transportation services for those needing to get to a shelter. They’ll only provide transportation to EMA’s designated shelters.…

Harrison County Emergency Management Agency preparing for Sally

A local state of emergency has been declared in Harrison County. The proclamation allows Harrison County to receive federal and state assistance with the preparation, mitigation, and recovery of the storm. Harrison County remains under a hurricane warning, river flood…

Biloxi Police Department preparing for Hurricane Sally

The Biloxi Police Department has plans in place, making sure residents are staying safe during the storm. There is equipment such as cones, barricades, boats, and high water trucks available for use to help residents in the area. Also, there…

Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Run and Climb

Despite COVID-19, the annual Tunnel to Towers 5K and Stair Climb in Biloxi was still able to go on. Nineteen years ago, Brooklyn Firefighter Stephen Siller was just finishing up his shift and was on his way to play golf…

Mississippi Power prepares for Sally

Mississippi Power started working out a plan for possible restoration efforts. The storm directors met, requesting outside resources to fix down power lines. They were also preparing each employee for the storm since every employee has a storm role and…