Mississippi State University Extension is partnering with multiple school districts and learning facilities on the Coast to bring more head start programs to the area. The program is designed to help youngsters transition from early care to kindergarten by getting…
Some serious strength was on display at Jones Park this weekend. Over 130 Cross Fit athletes from across the entire Gulf Coast gathered in Gulfport for the 2019 Gulfport Anchor Games. Proceeds from the games benefit the charitable organization ‘Kidz…
People all across the Gulf Coast took time this weekend to remember Hurricane Camille’s landfall in South Mississippi. State and local officials, along with members of the public, gathered at Evergreen Cemetery in Gulfport Saturday morning to remember the three…
There were a lot of happy faces at the Jackson County Animal Shelter on Saturday as many people found new friends. Saturday was no ordinary day at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. People crowded the shelter throughout the day to…
Meridian resident Patty Driskill has a new lease on life. Twelve years ago, she was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis and until about a year ago, she was able to do conservative treatment. However, when her health began to seriously decline,…
A new lead attorney is representing the family of Toussaint Diamon Sims, the man who was shot and killed by Moss Point police on August 8th. Brian Dunn will be taking over the role as lead counsel on the case.…
It’s been a long journey, but the Mississippi Department of Child Protective Services is reuniting dozens of families in Gulfport. Today, the department hosted its first local celebration of reunification. “I’m really excited. It’s good to come home from work…
A journalist shooting a story in a stunt plane was killed in a plane crash in New Orleans East. Nancy Parker, a journalist at FOX 8 for 23 years, was one of the two people killed in the crash. The…
Today marks the 42nd anniversary of the King of Rock N Roll’s death, but one historic hotel is still celebrating his memory. Elvis Presley was a frequent guest at the Gulf Hills Hotel in Ocean Springs from the summers of…
Service members at Keesler Air Force competed against each other earlier today to test their skills and endurance. Endurance, agility, teamwork: military service members put those traits on display during the second-ever Defenders Ruck Challenge and Obstacle Course at Keesler…
It is said that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel and for one Ocean Springs family, they’ve reached that light. Over the past 18 months, Mika Hartman has experienced heart failure and the birth of…
On Thursday, August 15, 2019, in the early morning hours, Moss Point Police arrested four suspects in connection to an armed robbery of the Waffle House located at 7200 Tanner Lane, Moss Point, Mississippi. At approximately 04:37 am, Moss Point…
A nearly eight-hour standoff has come to an end in Jackson County. According to Sheriff Mike Ezell, deputies had to forcibly remove 50-year-old Joseph Carroll from a Hurley home. Police arrived on scene at 8 a.m. on Joe Rubino Drive…
It was a storm that will forever be remembered on the Coast as one of the worst to hit our area. It’s been 50 years since Hurricane Camille made landfall. Harrison County is taking tomorrow to reflect on this landmark…
The Mississippi Department of Education has released their standardized test scores from last year and Greyhound Nation in Ocean Springs may have some bragging rights. Ocean Springs School District was named one of only three school districts in the state…
As another busy holiday on the road approaches, the Biloxi Police Department wants to make sure drivers are careful. Starting today, the department kicks off ‘Labor Day Blitz.’ An increased number of law enforcement officers will patrol the roadways in…
A Moss Point man and former missionary says he does not remember stabbing and killing a pregnant Mississippi woman because he was high on drugs. Thirty-six year-old Brandon Colby Smith pleaded guilty to the second-degree murder of 30-year-old Elizabeth Corene…
The Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum has a number of things on tap to observe the 50-year anniversary of Hurricane Camille making landfall on August 17, 1969. News 25 Today Anchor Jaylon Morris gets a rundown of events from Corey…
It's been 50 years since hurricane Camille made landfall in South Mississippi, and she made her mark on our coast forever. News 25 Today's Gabby Easterwood is joined us live from the Harrison County EOC with a look at how…
We've made it to the end of the week, but for many of us, the fun is just beginning as we head into the weekend. And if you're still looking for something to do, news 25 today's morning producer Porsha…
It’s day five of our weeklong "clear the shelters" drive, and there’s still time for you to help make life better for a local animal looking for a forever home. Today's featured pet is Scrat, a 3-year-old neutered lab mix…
On Friday August 17th, many throughout our area will pause to remember the lives lost and devastation left behind in the wake of hurricane Camille, marking 50 years since South Mississippi was struck by the second strongest hurricane to ever…
It's back to school today after lightning struck Gorenflo Elementary School earlier this week, giving students a day off of school yesterday. Teachers, faculty, and staff reported to work at the Biloxi elementary school yesterday as crews assessed damage caused…
If you know any of us here at News 25, you know we are big on supporting our pet family. This weekend, we are heading to Jackson County Animal Shelter to help clear the shelter. Statistics show that each year,…