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UPDATE: Manhunt underway after deadly shooting in Gulfport Sunday morning
The suspect has been identified as 33-year old Adisa Jemel Braziel.
A deadly weekend on South Mississippi roads
A wreck on I-10 in Harrison County claimed the lives of two people.
South Mississippians Familiar Faces in Crowd As Gubernatorial Candidates Make Pitch at Neshoba County Fair
As Mississippians throughout the state watch the clock tick down with less than 24 hours to go before casting ballots in Tuesday's primary election, some South Mississippians got an up-close-and-personal look at the gubernatorial candidates as they made an "eleventh…
Back to School Jamboree
The 'Extend a Hand, Help a Friend' organization is giving back to those in need. It was a packed house for the ‘Back to School Jamboree’ at Gulfport Central Middle School today. This event aimed to set students up for…
First day of Summer Fest
A ferris wheel, tilt-a-whirl, and carnival food are some of the highlights of the Summer Fest at the Great Lawn at Harrah’s Gulf Coast. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini has more.
Powerball and Mega Millions Coming to Mississippi in 2020!
The Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) has been approved by the Board of Directors of the Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL) as its newest member to sell Powerball and Mega Millions. The MLC anticipates sales for both games to begin in the…
Biloxi police and fire responding to possible drowning near Hiller Park
A little after 4:15 p.m., the Biloxi Police and Fire Departments responded to Hiller Park, just west of the boat launch on Atkinson Road for a report of a possible drowning. When officers arrived the male, in his 50’s, had…
New Principal Preview: Dr. Carla McCaleb at Ocean Springs
Over at Ocean Springs Middle School, one person is hard at work in her new role preparing teachers and staff for a successful school year. With less than a week to go before students return to the hallways and classrooms…
Dedeaux Park drowning victims identified
A heartbreaking scene unfolded last night as the community mourns the loss of three 14-year-old boys who drowned at Dedeaux Park on the Biloxi River. Harrison County Deputy Coroner Brian Switzer confirmed that Travis Roberson, Javonte Johnson, and Eric Smith…
MDEQ sampling Coast water
As we enter August, all 21 Coast beaches still remain closed. On June 22nd, the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality began issuing water advisories due to the presence of a blue-green algae bloom. As water advisories for all 21 Coast…
‘Pets are Cool for Back to School’ promotion
The Humane Society of South Mississippi wants to help you start the school year off on the right foot or the right ‘paw.’ This Saturday, the shelter is waiving adoption fees for all cats and dogs over 30 pounds. This…
Power bills at Mississippi Power
It’s as expected as the sun coming up each morning, most of us can expect our electric bills to increase during the summer months. But, when you’re seemingly doing everything right to keep the price low, how much is too…
Back to School Jamboree
As students and parents start prepping for school, the Extend a Hand, Help a Friend organization will also give back to those in need. Today at 5 p.m., the Back to School Jamboree at Gulfport Central Middle School will have…
County Health Clinics offer immunizations
South Mississippi schools will soon be back in session. Do your kids have the required immunizations? Over the next few days, many local Mississippi State Department of Health County Clinics will hold special school registration immunization walk-in clinics for students…
Arrested for aggravated assault charge
A Long Beach man is behind bars for aggravated assault. The Biloxi Police Department arrested 23-year-old Brandon La Roy Welch of Long Beach. Welch was the suspect to an investigation involving aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The arrest stemmed…
Grand opening for Tap Book, Bar, and Bistreaux
On this day last year, the Beau Rivage took in Mississippi’s first legalized sports bet. Now, today, one year later, the party continues with the grand opening of the brand new Tap Book, Bar and Bistreaux. The Tap Book and…
Centennial Plaza grand opening in Gulfport
It’s official! The Centennial Plaza is opening its doors for business. Tonight, the celebration was as grand as the transformation to the property. After sitting vacant for many years, the old VA hospital is now transformed into the brand new…
New teacher support grant in Harrison County School District
It’s an exciting day to be a new teacher in the Harrison County School District. Today during orientation, teachers new to the district were surprised with a $250 gift card, thanks to a generous donation from the late Darrell Saucier.…
Inaugural Summer Fest
Looking for something to do this weekend? How about a new festival? For the first time ever, a Summer Fest makes its way to the Coast this weekend at the Great Lawn in Biloxi. Hosted by Harrah’s Casino and the…
42nd annual National Bikers Roundup
For just the third time in its history, the National Bikers Roundup is being hosted in Mississippi. Thousands of bikers from across the country flocked to the Harrison County Fairgrounds in Gulfport to be a part of the popular festival.…
New principal getting ready for school
We’ve seen kids, parents, and teachers gearing up for the new school year, but what about school administrators? As we inch closer to the start of the school year, one school leader is preparing for a new challenge. Dr. Rebecca…
Grand opening of the Tap Book, Bar and Bistreaux
On this day last year, the Beau Rivage took in Mississippi’s first legalized sports bet. Now, one year later, the party continues with the grand opening of the brand new Tap Book, Bar and Bistreaux. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini has…
Charged with assault on police officer
A man is facing charges for assaulting a police officer who was responding to a domestic-related incident yesterday. Biloxi police say 23-year-old Elijah Smith has been charged with simple assault on an officer. Smith reportedly attempted to flee the scene…