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Honoring fallen officers in Jackson County

Jackson County law enforcement spent the afternoon honoring several fallen officers. Several remembrance ceremonies took place near grave sites at the Serene Memorial Gardens in Moss Point. Pascagoula Police Officer Terry Michael Byrd was one of the individuals honored this…

Keesler FCU honors first responders

Tonight in Jackson County, Keesler Federal Credit Union honors those that put their lives on the line to keep Coast residents safe each day. News 25’s Hank Davis joins us from the annual First Responders Appreciation Dinner in Pascagoula with…

Lt. Governor supports flying the state flag

As the City of Biloxi decides to either keep the state flag down at City Hall or raise it up again, state leaders are weighing in on the controversial issue. In late April, Biloxi Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich ordered all…

18 wheeler stuck on tracks in Biloxi

An 18 wheeler became stuck at a railroad crossing this morning in Biloxi. The driver of an 18 wheeler was cited for failure to obey traffic devices after his tractor trailer became stuck on the tracks at the CSX rail…

Have You Seen This Teen?

The Harrison County Sheriff's Department is looking for a missing teen last seen this morning. News 25's Laurene Callander joins us live in Biloxi with details.

Buddy Bison School Program

Over 130 elementary students budded up with Harrah's Gulf Coast and the national parks trust...to enjoy the outdoors. Kids from Popp's Ferry Elementary enjoyed the Buddy Bison Program... An initiative which encourages children and their families to get outside and…

Princess Tea For Hadassah Ministries

News 25’s Katarina Luketich interviews Sharon Robbin and Valerie Guice about the Princess Tea For Hadassah Ministries For A Trafficking Victim Safe Haven event.

Intoxicated Driver

One man is behind bars after a police chase last night. Biloxi police responded to an intoxicated driver swerving on Beach Boulevard. Officers saw the vehicle entering the I-110 Bridge without headlights. Officers then attempted to pull over the vehicle…

MDMR rebuilds oyster reefs

The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources this week began a program to rebuild and revitalize oyster reefs in the western Mississippi Sound. Employees and contractors started a multi-phase project to plant 350 acres of cultch material on several reefs over…

ER doctors celebrate 50 years of care at Singing River Health System

Singing River Health System’s emergency room physicians celebrate 50 years of community care today. Staff members held a special anniversary service in Pascagoula and Ocean Springs to salute the hard workers who care for all of Jackson County and surrounding…

Social media plays big role in solving Biloxi crime

Golf Club thieves caught on camera are now in custody, no longer wanted. This is an example of just how important social media can be to help solve these crimes. The video was shared nearly 8,000 times in multiple states.…

Have you seen this couple? D’Iberville Best Buy theft

D’Iberville police need assistance in identifying two crafty individuals. According to police, around 7 p.m. on April 2, a male and female entered Best Buy and appeared to use a distraction technique to divert Best Buy employees attention. After completing an…

Biloxi public hearing to discuss Spring Break concerns

Mississippi Spring Break attracts thousands of people to the Coast each year. Although it’s an economic boost some Coast residents feel like it’s time for a change. Dozens of Biloxi residents gathered at the Donal Snyder Recreation Center to express…

93-year-old veteran swims for gold

It’s day two of the Golden Age Games. One Vietnam veteran is making a splash with the crowd, debuting in his 13th year at 93-years-old. Over 800 athletes representing 44 states in 14 events, the 31st National Golden Age Games…

Bids open on two Pascagoula properties

The City of Pascagoula is accepting proposals for qualified developers for two different properties in the city. One is the Holland Street Property and the other is the Hague Property. The Strategic Plan Housing Subcommittee is currently soliciting developer qualifications…

Have You Seen this Man?

Your crime of the week on Wanted Wednesday comes out of Hancock County. According to investigators, 46-year-old Harry James Morel is wanted for touching a child for lustful purposes. If you know his location, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-877-787-5898…

Anniston Elementary students get a glimpse of state government

Students at Anniston Elementary School talked politics with Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves and Senator Sean Tindell. Today, the Lt. Gov. and Senator Tindell threw a pizza party for the school’s third graders after winning a school wide civics contest. Tindell…

Senior and disabled vets bowl for Golden Ages Games

Senior and disabled veterans from all over the country are on the Coast for the 2017 Golden Age Games. Today, Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi took part. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson takes us inside today’s Golden Age Games bowling…

The Biloxi Lions Club Mother of the Year

Every year, the Biloxi Lions Club chooses a mom who has gone above and beyond in the community to be the Mother of the Year. Tears were shed and emotional speeches were given during the presentation today. Biloxi resident Paula April…

D’Iberville State of the City

A new sports complex is on its way to completion in D’Iberville, just one of the many things citizens have to look forward to. Today, Mayor Rusty Quave addressed about 100 people, updating them on all things D’Iberville. City Manager…