FEMA Awards $50M for southern mitigation projects; $2.5M allocated to Long Beach Harbor
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- FEMA is making $50 million available for mitigation projects in southern states. Mississippi is seeing funds for the state…
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Residents in Ocean Springs encouraged to report storm damage
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Residents of Ocean Springs are being encouraged to report any home or property damage sustained during last week’s storms. The city’s fire department…
City of Biloxi preparing for Scrapin the Coast
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Thousands of custom vehicles and automotive enthusiasts are expected to take over the Coast Coliseum this weekend for one of the biggest car show events.…
Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo returns to South Mississippi
The Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is kicking off soon. On July 2nd, anglers will be showing off their skills. Richie Valdez joins us with more details.…
11 indicted in Medicaid fraud roundup in Mississippi
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch says 11 people have been indicted in a Medicaid fraud investigation involving more than $12.3 million in alleged fraud. The indictments are part of a nationwide U.S. Department of Justice healthcare fraud crackdown that charged…
Absentee voting now open for Gulfport Ward 2 runoff election
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Absentee voting for next Tuesday’s Ward 2 city council runoff in Gulfport is now underway. There are a few ways to cast an absentee ballot. In-person absentee voting will be open at City Hall from 8 a.m.…
Detroit gaming company to buy Scarlet Pearl; deal still pending approval
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- A Detroit-based company has agreed to purchase the Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort in D’Iberville. Ilitch Companies, the parent company behind Little Caesars and the Detroit Tigers baseball team, has announced an agreement to acquire the Scarlet Pearl…
Pet of the Week: Hip Hop is looking for a forever home
Every other Tuesday we feature a pet up for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Joining us as always, we’ve got Maridee Mallette…
Assistance still available for flood victims in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- If you were impacted by last week’s flooding in Harrison County, help is still available. The Red Cross is asking anyone who needs…
Jackson County continuing to provide sand bags to residents
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Office of Emergency Service is updating the public that sandbags will continue to be provided for residents. Those locations include:…
Black bear sightings across the Coast
If you live in D’Iberville or near our coastal waters, you may want to keep an eye out for unusual visitors. D’Iberville police say a black bear was spotted Monday in the area of West Gay Road and Pierce Road.…
Wiggins restaurant gives free meals to flood victims
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- One restaurant in Wiggins is stepping up to assist those recovering from the torrential rain and flooding that has slammed Stone County. The Frosty…
Mississippi Attorney General Office reaches settlement with Roblox
Attorney General Lynn Fitch says Mississippi has reached a major settlement with the online gaming platform Roblox, aimed at strengthening safety for children and teens. The agreement requires…
Wiggins church helps community after major flooding leaves Stone County residents in need
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV) -- Now that the rain has subsided and tropical storm Arthur is gone, residents in Stone County are working on…
Scout Troop 321 offering flag subscription service
Scouting Troop 321 out of Long Beach offers a flag subscription service. The program is called ‘Long Beach Patriots Flags.’ Assistant Scoutmaster Tommy Carroll joins us with more on…
Mississippi Treasury giving away $250 scholarships to celebrate America's 250th birthday
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- To celebrate America’s 250th birthday, the Mississippi Treasury is giving away 10 Mississippi Affordable College Savings (MACS) scholarships. Each scholarship is worth $250. State Treasurer David McRae…
Allergy specialists urge caution as Sahara dust storm returns to Mississippi
Allergy specialists are urging residents to be prepared as Sahara dust once again makes its way through Mississippi. That plume is a surge of dry,…
Gulf Coast mayors meet in Biloxi to discuss common interests, goals
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Mayors from cities all along the Coast came together recently at the Slavonian Lodge in Biloxi. Biloxi Mayor…
Gulfport Fire, Cajun Navy team up for rescue efforts during Biloxi River flooding
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- As floodwaters surged along the Biloxi River after Thursday’s relentless rain, a race against rising water took hold across…
Pass Christian Fire Department rescues alligator found in backyard pool
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)-The Pass Christian Fire Department helped rescue an alligator from a pool on Saturday. Residents at the home found the alligator close to…
Gautier Police asking for public’s assistance in locating missing teenager
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gautier Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing teenager. Fifteen-year-old Jacquire Rennea Perkins was last seen leaving her home on Martin Bluff Road on Saturday, June 20. Jacquire is 5’5”. She…
Fire crews extinguish fire at flood-damaged home in Pass Christian
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Monday morning, Harrison County and Pass Christian fire crews worked to put out a fire at a home that was damaged by last week’s flooding. The home is located on Bells Ferry Road. Fire officials say…
Long Beach mayor recognizes city employees for storm response efforts
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Long Beach Mayor Tim Pierce is recognizing the city employees who helped during last week’s weather. Those agencies include the police and…
City of Madison sends first responders to help in Wiggins after severe weather
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Fire Department is giving thanks to other agencies who came out and helped during last week’s severe weather.…