Local woman receives kidney donation from stranger
An update to a story News 25 first brought you earlier this year about a local woman who was in desperate need of a new kidney. She advertised she needed a donor on the back of her car and on…
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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…
Attempted to pass counterfeit bill
The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to identify subject(s) who allegedly attempted to pass a counterfeit $100 dollar bill in the 1900 block of Pass Road. The white male and white female subjects attempted to pass…
Robert Foster Endorses Bill Waller for Governor
Today, Republican candidate for Governor, Bill Waller Jr. was endorsed by former Republican gubernatorial candidate, State Representative Robert Foster. Foster ran in the August 6 Republican primary, and the race is now in a runoff election set for August 27.…
Watch the Mississippi Gubernatorial Debate live on WXXV FOX August 21st
WXXV-TV FOX is proud to televise the Republican Gubernatorial Debate ahead of the runoff election August 27th. Tune in for live coverage, Wednesday, August 21st at 7 pm, for a 30-minute debate between Bill Waller, Jr. and Lt. Gov. Tate…
New statues honor first Diocese of Biloxi Nativity BVM Cathedral
The day is standing still for the new statues at Nativity BVM Cathedral in Biloxi, but not for those who made them happen. Today marked a step forward in creating Biloxi’s first bishop cemetery to honor the first bishop of…
Heat stroke vs. heat exhaustion: know the signs
With today’s heat index already topping 115 in some locations, heat exhaustion and heat stroke are a big concern. It is important to stay hydrated, wear light clothing, and take breaks from the sun if you work outside. Make sure…
Hurricane Camille events this weekend
Hurricane Camille made landfall on the Coast on August 17th 50 years ago, devastating those here in South Mississippi. The Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum will host a variety of events over the weekend to remember the Category 5 hurricane.…
Morning head-on collision on Highway 53
A head-on collision had all lanes of Highway 53 closed this morning in Harrison County. According to Cal Robertson with Mississippi Highway Patrol, the accident happened a little after 7:30 this morning just west of Canal Road in the Lyman…
Bomb threat reported at Hancock High School
Hancock County Sheriff's deputies confirmed to News 25 that Hancock High School officials found a bomb threat written on a piece of paper. The investigation is still ongoing. The high school did not have to go on lock down. News…
Meet Melvin! Our Clear the Shelter Rep Up for Adoption Right Now
Everyone is invited to come out to the Jackson County Animal Shelter this weekend to help our furry friends on the Coast! Some of the News 25 team will lend a helping hand at this year’s “Clear the Shelter” event.…
Disability Connection Hosts Tailor Made Reading Program for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
Disability Connection is heading into its third year hosting a Read Up Book Club for adults with intellectual disabilities who want to learn to read - and it's free! News 25 Today Anchor Lindsey Goodwin gets all the details on…
Businesses Adversely Affected by Algae Asked to Apply for Assistance
For weeks now, locals and visitors alike have seen the warning flags posted along many stretches of South Mississippi beaches warning people to avoid contact with the water in those areas, and the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality has also…
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…
First day of school for Coast Episcopal School
It’s back to the books for students and teachers at Coast Episcopal School in Long Beach today. The private school has a lot to be excited about this school year with their new ‘makerspace’ where students can use 3D printers,…
‘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…
School bus safety
All last week schools rang their bells to bring their students back to the classrooms for the new school year. One way a lot of students get to and from school is the school bus. In the Biloxi School District,…
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.
15 year old shot, 17 year old in custody in Bay St. Louis
A 17-year-old boy has been taken into custody after a 15-year-old girl was shot in the abdomen in Hancock County this afternoon. According to Hancock County Sheriff Ricky Adam, the girl was found unresponsive at a home in the Bayside…
82nd Knost Regatta
Crews set sail this weekend at the Pass Christian Yacht Club for a unique sailing event. The 82nd Knost All-Ladies Championship Regatta took place over the weekend on the Mississippi Sound near Pass Christian. Yacht clubs from across the entire…
Back to School Block Party
Kids and parents in Hancock County had a chance to have some fun and learn about community resources on Saturday. The Hancock County NAACP and local businesses and organizations teamed up to host a back-to-school block party on Second Street.…
Jackson County Animal Shelter Adoption Event
The Jackson County Animal Shelter was out in Ocean Springs over the weekend looking for forever homes for a few of our animal friends. A total of 16 dogs and cats were available for adoption as part of the ‘Make…