Jackson County

Elvis and the Gulf Hills Hotel

Today marks the 42nd anniversary of the King of Rock N Roll’s death, but one historic hotel is still celebrating his memory. Elvis Presley was a frequent guest at the Gulf Hills Hotel in Ocean Springs from the summers of…

Mika and Hudson’s Journey

It is said that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel and for one Ocean Springs family, they’ve reached that light. Over the past 18 months, Mika Hartman has experienced heart failure and the birth of…

Man in custody following standoff in Hurley

A nearly eight-hour standoff has come to an end in Jackson County. According to Sheriff Mike Ezell, deputies had to forcibly remove 50-year-old Joseph Carroll from a Hurley home. Police arrived on scene at 8 a.m. on Joe Rubino Drive…

Brandon Smith pleads guilty to second-degree murder

A Moss Point man and former missionary says he does not remember stabbing and killing a pregnant Mississippi woman because he was high on drugs. Thirty-six year-old Brandon Colby Smith pleaded guilty to the second-degree murder of 30-year-old Elizabeth Corene…

The importance of adopting shelter pets

If you know any of us here at News 25, you know we are big on supporting our pet family. This weekend, we are heading to Jackson County Animal Shelter to help clear the shelter. Statistics show that each year,…

Mayor King files appeal on veto

Today, Mayor Mario King packed another punch in the Moss Point city battle between the mayor’s office and the board of aldermen. Mayor King authored the nearly 20-page appeal himself that was submitted to the Circuit Court of Jackson County.…

Ocean Springs police search for armed robbery suspect

Ocean Springs police are searching for the man involved in an armed robbery at a Dollar General on Tuesday. According to police, the suspect entered the Dollar General on Government Street near Walnut Drive, brandished a firearm and demanded money…

Attorney Carlos Moore back as co-counsel on Sims case

After withdrawing himself from the case investigating the shooting death of Toussaint ‘Diamon’ Sims, Attorney Carlos Moore has officially rejoined the case. This comes after Moore withdrew from the case Tuesday morning. Now, Moore is back on the case as…

11th annual Anchor Awards

The 11th annual Anchor Awards honored businesses in the Jackson County community this morning and had a sold-out turnout. These Anchor Awards are given out by the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce. They were created to honor, reward, and celebrate…

Family of Toussaint Diamon Sims speaks out

The Sims family says that many people still don’t know the man behind the headlines. Toussaint Sims, who friends and family referred to as ‘Diamon,’ was 27-years-old when he was killed on Thursday in Moss Point. The details surrounding his…

Attorney withdraws from Sims’ case

Today, Attorney Carlos Moore visited with the Jackson County District Attorney. Moore is representing the family of Toussaint Diamon Sims, who was shot last Thursday by a Moss Point police officer. In a shocking development, family attorney of Toussaint Diamon…

Family of man killed in officer-involved shooting speaks out

The family of Toussaint Diamon Sims and their attorney Carlos Moore held a press conference at Moss Point City Hall at 4 o’clock this afternoon. In this press conference they expressed concern that they have not seen the body camera…

‘Clear the Shelters’ at Jackson County Animal Shelter

Year round the Jackson County Animal Shelter does everything they can to find homes for animals in need. Some of the News 25 team will lend a helping hand at the ‘Clear the Shelters’ event.  From 10 a.m. to 5…

Ocean Springs food truck ordinance update

The new food truck ordinance in Ocean Springs was first set in motion on July 4th and ever since then trucks at the Merchant House lot have been busy. Currently they have three food trucks up and running and three…

Moss Point Mayor Mario King addresses officer-involved shooting

Moss Point Mayor Mario King held a press conference this morning to comment on last week’s officer-involved shooting. Twenty-seven year-old Toussaint Diamon Sims was shot and killed last Thursday night following a pursuit by the Moss Point Police Department. Moss…

Family demands $10M from City of Moss Point

Attorney Carlos Moore and the family of Toussaint Sims are demanding $10 million from the City of Moss Point. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini is at Moss Point City Hall with more.

Justice rally for Toussaint Diamon Sims

More developments this morning in the case of last week’s officer-involved shooting that left a Moss Point man dead as he was fleeing from police. Yesterday, family members and friends gathered in memory of the man who was killed in…

Mayor King holds presser regarding officer-involved shooting

Moss Point Mayor Mario King addressed the media today for the first time since last Thursday’s officer-involved shooting. Twenty-seven year-old Toussaint Sims was shot and killed by Moss Point police following a pursuit. News 25’s Andrew Scherer was at the…

The Shed among best ribs in the country

One of the most popular restaurants in South Mississippi is once again being recognized on the national stage. According to ‘Men’s Journal Magazine,’ The Shed Barbeque and Blue Joints’ ribs are among the 15 best in the entire country. This…