Jackson County

New development code passes in Ocean Springs

A new development code was passed tonight by the City of Ocean Springs. After multiple public hearings and years of work, a new unified development code for the City of Ocean Springs is now in place. Carolyn Martin, the planning…

Gautier Amnesty Program

The City of Gautier is offering a ‘get out of jail free’ pass for those who are willing to pay old fines in the month of March. Starting Friday, March 1st if you pay the balance in full with cash,…

Suspect wanted in Gautier bank robbery

On Saturday, February 23, 2019, Gautier Police Officers responded to the Navigator Federal Credit Union, located at 1850 Highway 90, in reference to a robbery. Officers learned that an unknown white male entered the bank and provided a note demanding…

Ingalls delivers ship to the Navy

Ingalls Shipbuilding is celebrating the completion of their newest guided missile destroyers. The Paul Ignatius was transferred into the custody of the U.S. Navy today. “What do you today matters” that statement is echoed throughout the Ingalls Shipyard, reminding employees…

Taste of Jackson County

It was all about food, fun, and fundraising in Moss Point tonight for the 11th annual Taste of Jackson County. Eighteen Coast restaurants like Brady’s Steak and Seafood, The Shed BBQ, and Tara’s Kitchen featured a variety of food and…

Cracking down on crime in Moss Point

Violent crimes have been on the rise in Moss Point, but local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies are stepping in to put a stop to it. Moss Point Police Chief Brandon Ashley said, “I live in the City of…

Pascagoula mayor kicks off campaign for Public Service Commissioner

Pascagoula Mayor Dane Maxwell hosted a kickoff party to start his campaign for Public Service Commissioner for the southern district. He announced his candidacy back in January. Maxwell tells News 25 he has years of experience regarding the position, including…

Mississippi Power lighting up Front Beach

Mississippi Power is lighting the way for those who work and play in the Front Beach area in Ocean Springs, helping to ease safety concerns expressed to city leaders after a line of street lights along Front Beach went out.…

Temporary lights to be installed in Ocean Springs

Some safety concerns have come to light for some night joggers in Ocean Springs. A line of street lights on Front Beach Road in Ocean Springs have gone out. Tonight, at the Ocean Springs Broad of Alderman meeting, the city…

Leaving the scene of a crash

Jacob Reynolds of Vancleave is now behind bars for leaving the scene of a crash. Early this morning, police received a call of a car crash on Government Street at Cash Alley where a Mitsubishi Endeavor crashed into two light…

SEVERE WEATHER PREPAREDNESS WEEK

Although temperatures didn't show it today.. Spring is on the way. And with spring comes the threat of severe weather. News 25's Gabby Easterwood has all you need to know on how to prepare and be aware, this severe weather…

Ocean Springs man wins big at Scarlet Pearl Casino

An Ocean Springs man won big on Friday night at the Scarlet Pearl Casino. The unidentified man was playing a buffalo stampede penny slot machine when he hit the jackpot, winning $661,000. The Scarlet Pearl was recently awarded the 1st…

Ingalls partners with Habitat for Humanity

Executives from Ingalls Shipbuilding took some time out of their weekend to give back to the community. The company partnered with Habitat for Humanity to build a home in Ocean Springs. Vice president of human resources and administration, Edmund Hughes…

Eight MGCCC students receive scholarships from Chevron

As the old saying goes, today's students are the leaders of tomorrow, and one Jackson County business is making a considerable investment in our area. News 25's Kristen Anzuini shows us how. "It means the world to me" Gratitude ...…

SENIOR CENTER VALENTINE'S DAY SOCK HOP

Love was in the air at the Gautier senior center with a Valentine’s Day sock hop. All of the senior citizens brought their significant others and dancing shoes for an incredible event. What’s a Valentine’s day without cupcakes, flowers, candy,…

Ocean Springs parade traffic plans

The Ocean Springs Elks and Krewe Unique parade will be taking center stage in Ocean Springs this weekend. Saturday, certain streets will be closed starting at 1 p.m. until the end of the parade. You may see barricades in place…

MAN FOUND GUILTY IN CAPITAL MURDER

A man has been sentenced to life behind bars - without the possibility of parole for killing Donta Banks in March of 2016. Thirty-seven year old Hubert Anderson was found guilty of capital murder by a jury following four days…

MOSS POINT TEACHER GOES VIRAL FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH

One Moss Point teacher is going viral online, after she shared her black history month themed project on Facebook. News 25's Kristen Anzuini spoke with the teacher today about her powerful message. Jovan Bradshaw is a sixth grade math teacher…

MOSS POINT FEMALE POWER LIFTERS TO COMPETE IN MARCH

When is the last time you lifted twice your weight or more? Well, a group of young ladies from Moss Point High School lift extremely heavy weights every day... and they are getting some recognition. The Moss Point girls power…

BREAKFAST WITH OCEAN SPRINGS MAYOR

This morning, Ocean Springs Mayor Shea Dobson hosted a 'Breakfast with the Mayor' at Mosaics Tapas Bar. Mayor Dobson updated residents on all things going on throughout the city including the improvements being made on Stealman Lane as well as…

Breakfast with the Mayor

This morning, Gautier Mayor Phil Torjusen hosted a breakfast to speak about all things going on in the city. Over the past year, the city has seen a number of new businesses pop up, including a new payroll call center,…

Second annual Zebra Run for Rare Disease

Battling the weather, hundreds showed up bright and early on Saturday morning to participate in the second annual Zebra Run for Rare Disease. The 5K and fun run was held in Ocean Springs. Chick-Fil-A and The Shed were on hand…

Mother of two murdered in Pascagoula

Yesterday afternoon, a mother of two was murdered in her apartment in Jackson County. Estranged husband and accused murderer Joe Quincy McCord appeared in front of a judge for the first time. In handcuffs, Joe Quincy McCord entered the Pascagoula…