Speaking with Mayoral Candidates: Gulfport Republican Candidate Hugh Keating
On Tuesday, the City of Gulfport will elect a mayor. Mississippi’s second largest city will have a new leader with Billy Hewes deciding not to seek re-election. WXXV…
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NEW DETAILS: Sonya Williams Barnes meets with AG's office investigators
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Gulfport Mayoral Candidate Sonya Williams Barnes has released a statement in regards to allegations of vote buying. In a press release, Williams Barnes says in part: “Today at 3:00 PM, my attorney and I met with two investigators…
William Carey University President Dr. Ben Burnett gives presentation on the Coast
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- William Carey University President Dr. Ben Burnett made his way to the Coast Thursday to give a presentation. Dr. Burnett was…
Veterans Resource Fair at the Ocean Springs Civic Center
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Veterans Resource Fair took place Thursday morning at the Ocean Springs Civic Center. This free event was open to veterans, active-duty service…
University of Southern Miss. and MGCCC announce new collaborative "Coastal Pathways Scholarships" for transfer students
Mississippi Gulf Coast (WXXV)- The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) and Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (MGCCC) held a joint press conference today to unveil the new…
Jeepin the Coast kicks off in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Jeepin the Coast is an annual five-day event uniting Jeep enthusiasts from all around the country. Wednesday was day one of all the fun.…
Buc-ee’s releases opening day plans for Harrison County location
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- We are less than two weeks out from the opening of the first Buc-ee’s in Mississippi. Buc-ee’s announced that doors will open to the public at 6 a.m. on June 9. Following that, there will be…
Mississippi relaunching ‘Most Wanted’ list
The Mississippi Most Wanted List is set to be relaunched. The announcement was made by Commissioner Sean Tindell. This list features fugitives with felony charges who pose a significant threat to…
Mercy Cross Center marks one year of changing lives in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss (WXXV) - It’s been one year since the Catholic Diocese of Biloxi opened the Mercy Cross Center in downtown Biloxi — a facility created to combat homelessness…
Minor receives maximum sentence after manslaughter plea
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A 17-year-old in Gulfport recently pled guilty to manslaughter for the shooting death of a 19-year-old woman. The case began in August 2023 when Gulfport Police Department was called to the Wellington Place Apartments regarding a shooting.…
Mississippi GOP makes claims of election fraud and vote buying in Gulfport mayoral race
With the race for Gulfport mayor just days away, the Mississippi GOP has presented what it calls evidence of voter buying, when it comes to…
Gautier PD hosting ‘dunk-a-cop’ fundraiser
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Have you ever wanted to dunk a cop? The Gautier Police Department is giving you that chance! The department is hosting a fundraiser for this Saturday from 9…
May is Stroke Awareness Month: Inside Memorial Health System's Primary Stroke Center
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - May is Stroke Awareness Month, bringing awareness to a disease that affects a little less than 800,00 people in the United States every year. So, what kinds of patients…
‘Let’s Go Gulf Coast’ pop-up event in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Wednesday morning, ‘Let’s Go Gulf Coast’ hosted the very first park pop-up at War Memorial Park in Long Beach. The event served as an…
WXXV’s Lucas Warren is at Jeepin the Coast
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-Jeepin the Coast has kicked off in Long Beach! All things Jeeps and ducks take over the Friendly City. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren is…
Keesler Federal to merge with Jefferson Financial, adding 14 branch locations in greater NOLA
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - Keesler Federal Credit Union announced that its proposed merger with Jefferson Financial Federal Credit Union was overwhelmingly approved. The merger represents the largest credit union merger in Louisiana…
Gateway Project construction continues in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-Progress is being made when it comes to construction work for the Long Beach Gateway Project. Crews started some demolition work Wednesday and fencing is being…
WXXV Storm Ready Preparedness Special
WXXV’s Storm Ready Hurricane Preparedness Special airs for the first time Wednesday and then two more times this week. Ryan breaks down the forecast and speaks to professionals in our community…
Special legislative session now underway in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- Both houses of the State legislature are meeting in special session to pass a state budget, nearly two months after the regular session ended. The proposed…
Hippie Fish Hosts Hiring Event Ahead of Summer Opening at Centennial Plaza
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — A brand-new family entertainment center is making its way to the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and they're hiring now. Hippie Fish, a vibrant new venue…
State Senator Mike Thompson discusses Special Session
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- There will be a flurry of activity up at the state capitol in Jackson on Tuesday. Governor Reeves has called lawmakers back for a special session.…
Pelican Pound Program kicks off in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce, Main Street, and Tourism Bureau is relaunching its signature Pelican Pound program for the upcoming summer. This beloved…
Pascagoula Police warning against social media post claiming female officer is missing
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Police Department is warning the public about a social media post making its rounds. The post says that a…
Special session called by Governor Tate Reeves
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- Governor Tate Reeves has called a special session of the Mississippi Legislature. The session is scheduled to begin at 11 Wednesday morning. A proposed budget has…