Jackson County

Moss Point police identify body found in vehicle

On Tuesday, December 11th, 2018, officers responded to the area of Earl Boulevard in reference to a suspicious vehicle in the area. Officers located the vehicle, a red 2007 Chrysler 300, in an abandon wooded area. Officers discovered a deceased…

Pascagoula daycare shut down after toddler attacked

A daycare where an 18-month-old boy was assaulted by a four-year-old has been shut down. Dakota Hudson was allegedly attacked at the daycare called Pooh and the Crew, located in Pascagoula, on Thursday while the operator was not in the…

Zero adoption fee at Jackson County Animal Shelter

If you are looking for a furry friend right now is the perfect time to adopt a cat or a dog. The Jackson County Animal Shelter is currently undergoing construction to upgrade their facilities. Even though in the end the…

Celebration of Excellence at Ocean Springs High

The Ocean Springs School District is ranked number one on the Coast and number three in the state. Today, the school district gathered at Ocean Springs High School to celebrate their academic excellence. Teachers were recognized, but also students for…

Oyster relay at the Pascagoula Causeway Reef

An MDMR oyster relay kicked off at sunrise this morning in Pascagoula. Fishermen were seen out bright and early working hard to get their supplies together to get out onto the water. MDMR provided the fishermen with sacks for the…

Trenchard speaks to Home of Grace graduating class

Todd Trenchard had a chance today to return to where his journey began at the Home of Grace. He spoke to the graduating class at the home about his story. Trenchard spoke on how to stay sober and what discipline…

Annual Christmas Tree lighting in Ocean Springs

Ocean Springs officially kicked off the Christmas spirit with their annual tree lighting at the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center. Dozens of families showed up to enjoy the beautiful lights set up on Government Street and enjoy some Christmas music…

Bob Boyte Honda Dealership coming to Moss Point

Residents of Moss Point can expect a new Honda dealership to hit the city soon. Bob Boyte Honda will be located past the Wendy’s and Burger King off the 63 corridor. The dealership will contribute to the tax base and…

Ocean Springs wins in court to fly state flag

A federal appeals court will not revive a lawsuit that tried to block Ocean Springs from flying the state flag that includes the confederate battle emblem. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is upholding a district judge’s decision that…

Juvenile arrested for aggravated assault in Ocean Springs

Ocean Springs police responded to Westbrook Street at the Westgate Apartments for a complaint of a firearm possibly being discharged. After arriving on scene, officers were advised of an incident between two juveniles that led to a firearm being discharged.…

A look into the 2019 Legislative Session

During the legislative review, lawmakers spoke about the success of the special session that took place this summer and said they are ready to tackle new issues as they move into the upcoming session. The session will begin on January…

Local and state leaders reach to election results

Last night’s election results were at the top of the agenda at this morning’s legislative preview at Singing River Hospital in Pascagoula. There were mixed emotions from local and state leaders as they weighed in on the outcome. Senator Brice…

Moss Point police need help identifying suspect

Moss Point Police Chief Brandon Ashley is asking the public’s help identifying the driver allegedly involved in a home invasion Sunday morning on Frederick Street. Chief Ashley says detectives have spoken to the owner and currently need help looking to…

Moss Point home invasion leaves one dead

Moss Point police have identified the teenager who was shot and killed Sunday morning after a reported home invasion on Frederick Street. Authorities say the owner, 25-year-old Michael Richardson Jr., reported seeing an unknown person knock at his door and…

Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday was packed with shoppers along the Gulf Coast. With Black Friday in the rearview mirror, many local shops celebrated Small Business Saturday this weekend. All around the Gulf Coast shoppers came out in search of some major…

Fatal shooting in Moss Point

One man is dead after attempting to rob a home in Moss Point Sunday. The incident happened early yesterday morning on Frederick Street at 8:03 a.m. where officers responded to a report of shots fired. Moss Point Police Chief Brandon…

Restoring the fish population

Good news for people who love to fish: almost 100,000 new fish were added to local waters. From the lab to the bayou, these fish have traveled a long way. They’re called spotted sea trout and the University of Southern…

Thanksgiving Food Giveaway

The South Mississippi community is continuing their giving spirit and helping out low income families with their Thanksgiving needs. Tonight, the Distinguished Gentleman of Ocean Springs along with the Krewe Unique Mardi Gras organization and the Xi Zeta Lambda chapter…

Coffee with a Cop in Ocean Springs

This morning in Ocean Springs, police officers and Crime Stoppers gathered at Buzzy’s Breakfast Joint for ‘Coffee with a Cop.’ Adam Carter, an investigator with the Ocean Springs Police Department, tells News 25 the officers and Crime Stoppers wanted to…

Sponsor sign comes to Little Children’s Park in Ocean Springs

This morning, Disability Connection in Ocean Springs unveiled a new sponsor sign for the Little Children’s Park Project. The playground at the Little Children’s Park has universally designed structures for kids and adults with or without disabilities to all be…