Live Local: Walter Anderson Museum of Art
Lace up your shoes and take a stroll with News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf in today’s edition of Live Local, a series you can catch here on News 25 on Thursdays. In honor of this weekend’s Peter Anderson…
Jackson County
Ingalls Avenue in Pascagoula to close beginning Friday, Nov. 6 through March 2021
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — Ingalls Avenue between Pascagoula Street and Desoto Street will be closed to thru traffic beginning Friday, November 6 at 12:00 p.m. Necaise Brothers Construction anticipates the closure to last through March 2021. The preferred detour route…
Jackson County CASA hosts annual Taters for Tots fundraiser
Jackson County CASA hosted their seventh annual "Taters for Tots" fundraiser which helps children get through the court system with unbiased representation. Taters for Tots started off as a way to reach out to the community and…
Jackson County District 5 Election Commissioner
In Jackson County, there was only one contested race this election cycle which was the contest for District 5 election commissioner. Republican Deborah Parker held a commanding lead last night, receiving 80% of the votes to Tamara…
2 Biloxi men charged in shooting of 96-year-old man who allegedly shot one suspect's dog
ST. MARTIN, Miss. (WXXV) — Jackson County Sheriff's investigators have charged two Biloxi men with shooting a 96-year old man on Sunday, November 1, 2020. Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell says 19-year old John Jalen Blackston and 21-year old James…
Voter turnout in Ocean Springs
District four residents are exercising their right to vote in Ocean Springs today. Throughout the day, several voters filed in and out of the Ryan Youth Center located on Pine Drive. Though not required, most of these…
2 people confirmed dead, 77 injured after Hurricane Zeta
HARRISON COUNTY, MISS. (WCBI) – Two people are confirmed dead on the Coast during Hurricane Zeta. Damage assessments continue this week as the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency works with county EMA directors. Both deaths happened in Harrison County. In all 77 people were injured during the storm. More than 9,000 homes received damage. Businesses and […]
Funeral arrangements announced for Judge Sheila Osgood
The family of Jackson County Judge Sheila Jackson Osgood has announced funeral arrangements. Osgood’s loved ones came together for a vigil held Thursday night at the Riverfront Welcome Center where the arrangements were announced. A private graveside…
Jackson County government offices closed Thursday, October 29th
Due to damages caused by Zeta, the Jackson County Government offices will be CLOSED tomorrow, Thursday, October 29. At this time, they plan to resume normal business hours on Friday, October 30.
Moss Point Mayor Mario King discusses Zeta
We have Moss Point Mayor Mario King on the phone to discuss Zeta.
Viewer video from Hickory Hills in Gautier
As the storm makes its way through the Gulf Coast, we’re seeing what’s happening out there. We have video shot by a viewer in Gautier. This is from their home in Hickory Hills. From the video you…
Ocean Springs Mayor Shea Dobson discusses Zeta
We have Ocean Springs Mayor Shea Dobson on the phone to discuss Zeta.
Jackson County Circuit Clerk open Wednesday for absentee voting
Although Jackson County Government offices will be closing at noon Wednesday in preparation of Tropical Storm Zeta, the Jackson County Circuit Clerk’s Office will remain open. Voters wishing to vote absentee will need to have a photo I.D. and a…
Wounded Warrior Project fishing tournament took place in Gautier
The Wounded Warrior Project celebrated our brave veterans with a three-day event in Gautier, ending with a bass fishing tournament. Honoring wounded soldiers who fought along side each other caught a lot of attention and bonded these…
The family of late Judge Sheila Osgood speaks in Moss Point
The family of the late Judge Sheila Jackson Osgood gathered at Moss Point City Hall Friday in honor of her memory. Osgood’s three surviving sons were joined by family members as the oldest, Nubian Holmes, talked about…
Getting ready for the Gautier Mullet and Music Fest
Something fishy is going on Saturday in Jackson County. The 30th annual Gautier Mullet and Music Fest is sure to safely lure in families and festivalgoers. Over the years, people from all walks of life have been hooked on the…
Investigation underway in murder of Jackson County Judge Sheila Osgood
The murder of Jackson County Justice Court Judge Sheila Jackson Osgood has rocked the Moss Point community. The investigation into what happened Wednesday is underway. There are more questions than answers surrounding the death of beloved Jackson County Justice Court…
Moss Point Mayor Mario King releases statement on death of Judge Shelia Osgood
Moss Point Mayor Mario King has released a statement regarding Judge Shelia Osgood who was murdered inside her home Wednesday. The statement reads: "We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Honorable Judge Sheila Osgood. Our condolences to…
Justice Court Judge murdered in Moss Point
A justice court judge was murdered inside her home this morning in Moss Point. Police were called to a disturbance at 11:30 a.m. which then led to an officer-involved shooting. Jackson County Coroner Bruce Lynd Jr. says 65-year-old Shelia Jackson…
MGCCC opens new STEM building at Jackson County Campus
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV) — Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College held an opening ceremony for their newly renovated STEM building in Jackson County on Tuesday. One of the major projects of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s 2020 strategic plan is now…
Woman charged with kidnapping has initial court appearance
The two boys who went missing from Pascagoula Friday night, six-year-old Kaiden Wall and two-year-old Kolden Wall have been located and are safe. Their non-custodial mother, 33-year-old Sarah Caswell, had her initial appearance at 10 this morning at United States…
MGCCC opens newly renovated STEM building on Jackson County campus
MGCCC leaders cut the ribbon this afternoon on a renovated building designed to help the next generation of STEM students. News 25’s Grant Chighizola is in Gautier with more on what’s included in the new and improved STEM facility at…
Initial court appearance for mother facing kidnapping charges
The two boys who went missing from Pascagoula Friday night have been located and are safe. Their non-custodial mother and abductor Sarah Caswell just had her initial court appearance this morning. News 25's Lorraine Weiskopf has more
2 men arrested, charged with commercial burglary in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — Early Sunday morning, officers with the Ocean Springs Police Department responded to an alarm call at Four Seasons Tobacco and Beer on Bienville Boulevard. Upon arrival, officers noticed the glass on the front door was…