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Wallet theft at Boomtown Casino

Biloxi police are asking for help identifying two suspects who allegedly stole a wallet at the Boomtown Casino. According to authorities, the unknown white male suspect found the wallet on the floor by slot machines then attempted to use cards…

East Biloxi construction affects health of community

The $355 million construction project in East Biloxi continues to cause problems for those working and living in the area. Today, Biloxi residents are expected to attend the Biloxi City Council meeting to speak about the health and wellness of…

All aboard the IMMS Express

With the recent expansions at the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies, employees and visitors needed a fun and fast way to get around and a brand new train was the obvious choice. The train, which came to the Gulf Coast…

Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

This morning to kick off Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, commanders from the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport came together to sign a proclamation. The proclamation honors a pledge some of the top leadership on base make each…

Spring Break 2018 traffic plan

April 13th through the 15th, thousands of people will flood the Mississippi Gulf Coast for a little fun in the sun. Black Spring Break brings an influx of visitors to South Mississippi which will create heavy traffic in some areas. …

Lawsuit against voting rights for convicts in Mississippi

A federal lawsuit says Mississippi has enacted unfair barriers that stop former convicts from regaining their right to vote. The suit, filed March 27th by Southern Poverty Law Center, says Mississippi’s system is “harsh, punitive, and unforgiving” and disproportionately hurts…

Spring Break 2018 Gulfport Traffic Plan

On April 13th through April 15th, 2018 the Mississippi Gulf Coast will be hosting Spring Break 2018. In order to prepare for this event, the Gulfport Police Department wants to make sure that all of you are aware that we…

Diamondhead businessman runs for U.S. Senate

Today Richard Boyanton stopped by our studio to speak about the drive behind his campaign to become the next U.S. senator for the state of Mississippi. Since March 2nd, Boyanton has been campaigning all over the state of Mississippi visiting…

Grease pot causes kitchen fire in Pass Christian

Harrison County Fire Services responded to a house fire this afternoon on Meaut Road in Pass Christian. Harrison County Fire Marshal Pat Sullivan says it started from grease left heating on the stove which led to the pot catching fire…

POW/MIA seat unveiled at MGM Park

There is now a black seat at MGM Park which will remain permanently unoccupied in recognition of those who have not returned home from serving their country. The seat is marked by a plaque recognizing the sacrifice of those soldiers…

Planting seeds for educational growth

Future leaders of tomorrow gathered in Biloxi today for this year’s 4H Spring Break Day camp at the MSU Coastal Research and Extension Center. News 25’s Toni Miles takes us behind the scenes as Harrison County students use sodas, jump…

Possible Amtrak train to reopen on the Gulf Coast

We are now one step closer to seeing an Amtrak train come back to the Coast. A service which was discontinued before Katrina is once again sparking the interest of Mississippi senators. The new plan legislators are presenting is for…

Arrested for drug trafficking

Two Coast natives are facing life behind bars after being arrested by federal authorities on drug trafficking charges. Forty-six year-old Keith Brown of Moss Point and 35-year-old Jaycie Thomas of Ocean Springs have been charged in a three count federal…

Man and woman brutalized over the weekend in St. Martin

A man is behind bars after tying up and beating a man and a woman at an apartment in St. Martin. Thirty-year-old Andrew Williams is charged with two counts of aggravated assault and kidnapping as well as one count of…

Accident on I-10 eastbound

A wreck occurred this afternoon in Gulfport around 2:30 on I-10 eastbound near Cowan-Lorraine. According to Gulfport police, a truck was traveling on the interstate and suddenly lost control of his vehicle and went into the woods and hit an…

Ms. Audrey’s Easter brunch

If you were looking for good southern cooking after church on Easter Sunday, Ms. Audrey’s Southern Kitchen and Catering was the place to be. The restaurant hosted an Easter brunch on Sunday. The little ones had a chance to meet…

2018 Southern Miss Jazz and Blues Fest

While some locals looked for Easter eggs over the weekend, others looked for musical entertainment at Southern Miss 2018 Jazz and Blues Festival. The tenth annual festival had a variety of performances by popular musicians along the Gulf Coast with…

Easter Egg Hunt at Beauvoir

Children gathered at the Beauvoir on Saturday on the lookout for some Easter eggs. Kids were able to meet and take pictures with the Easter Bunny. Face paintings, prizes, and other festivities took place at this event. When it came…

Easter Eggstravaganza at John Henry Beck Park

The Second-Liners Mardi Gras Club hosted their Easter Eggstravaganza Sunday afternoon. The event took place at John Henry Beck Park in Biloxi. There was food, music, games, prizes, and egg hunts for everyone to enjoy. Eggstravaganza Chairperson Harriet Mitchell enjoys…

Dead woman found in Moss Point

Moss Point Police are actively looking into the death of a female whose body was discovered inside her vehicle outside a local business. On Monday, April 02, 2018, at 9:32am Moss Point Police responded to the Pilot Truck Stop located…

Downstage Productions Easter basket giveaway

The Downstage Productions Theatre gave out two hundred Easter baskets to kids in need. Fifty baskets went to a local shelter while the rest went into the community. The theatre advertised the giveaway, requesting those who needed Easter baskets to…

Street sweeper flips, blocking roadway in Gulfport

Around 9:45 this morning in Gulfport, an overturned truck brought traffic to a halt at the intersection of O’Neal Road and Briarwood West Drive. The truck was a street sweeper, bearing City of Gulfport emblems. The sweeper flipped onto its…

Missing Biloxi woman found safe

A Biloxi woman who was reported missing March 26th has been found safe and in good condition. The Biloxi Police Department thanks the public for their help in locating 52-year-old Dora Doss. They say no suspicious activity was found concerning…