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Mississippi trees used in Mayflower replica

An effort to restore a replica of the Mayflower which brought pilgrims to America in 1620 is underway in New England. Crews from up north are on the Coast harvesting live oaks to add a little piece of our history…

Bus accident first responders appreciation in Biloxi

Today Merit Health and the City of Biloxi partnered to host a picnic honoring first responders, in appreciation for their hard work in the aftermath of the tragic train-bus collision two weeks ago that killed four people and injured dozens.…

Arrest made in murder of Biloxi woman

Mobile police have arrested a man in the death of a Biloxi woman who was shot to death more than two years ago. Steve Mason is charged in the slaying of 24-year-old Ke’Lei Morris. Morris, a St. Patrick and University…

Cameron May trial begins

‘I just remember thinking I was going to die’ those words spoken in court this morning by the Ocean Springs apartment worker who was allegedly raped and assaulted. As the trial for Biloxi resident Cameron May started, more evidence in…

Biloxi’s railroad crossing closures meeting

After a tense day of discussion, with participation from city leaders and residents, Biloxi will approach CSX with a railroad cross proposal. That plan will call for six of the more dangerous crossings located east of Keesler Air Force Base…

Man found dead in freezer identified

Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell says 65-year-old Jerry Floyd Kirkendall was found in the freezer that was unplugged inside of a Latimer home. On Monday, the home owner in the Virginia City community found Kirkendall inside and called authorities. Sheriff…

Mississippi National Guard Hangar

Millions of dollars aim to improve the efficiency of aircraft mechanics in the Mississippi National Guard working here on the Coast. Construction crews are building a $40 million paint hangar for the Gulfport based 1108th Aviation Group which does maintenance…

Cameron May’s trial begins today in Jackson County

In Jackson County, trial begins today for the man accused of sexually assaulting and severely beating a woman in Ocean Springs. Cameron May is charged with one count of kidnapping, one count of sexual battery, and two counts of aggravated…

Man charged with fatally shooting 17-year-old

A Gulfport man is facing murder charges for allegedly shooting a 17-year-old at 11:30 last night in the Crown Hill subdivision. Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson said 22-year-old Edward Earl Dubose was arrested on the charge of murder. Last night,…

Local veteran celebrates 100th birthday

A man who spent most of his life protecting our country celebrates his 100th birthday today. News 25’s Kendra Turley introduces us to the well-decorated veteran and birthday boy James O. Lindsey. As a retired Army Master Sergeant and World…

Update on Biloxi road work

Progress is moving forward on road work being done in east Biloxi. Crews were out laying asphalt on Laurel Court and Kuhn Street. They began this morning. Paving is set for south of Division tomorrow. Construction workers were doing the…

Development not backing down yet on casino sites

As developers still seek approval on the recently denied casino sites in Biloxi and Diamondhead, local business owners have mixed feelings about the possibility of adding another casino to the Coast. A representative with RW Development tells News 25 they…

City of Biloxi wants input on closing of seven rail crossing

After March 7th’s tragic accident, Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich is asking the city to begin the process of closing seven rail crossings. Biloxi city officials tell News 25 consolidating seven out of the city’s 29 rail crossings is all about…

Police search for hit and run suspects

Two hit and runs on the Coast last week and still no suspects or arrests have been made. D’Iberville police continue to search for a driver of a U-Haul truck who allegedly struck a 12-year-old boy on Tuesday. The next…

Neighbors react to body discovery in Jackson County

Neighbors in the Virginia City community of the Latimer area were shocked to wake up to a murder investigation this morning. News 25 spoke with some of those neighbors who say it’s alarming that a potential killer could still be…

Amnesty period in Moss Point

The City of Moss Point has a limited time offer on the table. In a collaborative effort between Moss Point police, municipal judge, and prosecutor, people can pay fines without fear of being arrested. During the amnesty period, the judge…

Body found in Vancleave could be Amanda Hicks

According to our media partner the Sun Herald, Gautier police are looking into whether the decomposed body found in Vancleave over the weekend is that of Amanda Hicks. The 37-year-old woman was last seen on February 8th. Her boyfriend, 56-year-old…

Body found inside a freezer in Jackson County

Authorities are investigating a possible murder in Jackson County after a body was found inside a freezer. Authorities responded around 6:30 this morning to the 14,000 block of Althea Street in the Virginia City area of Latimer. Officials with the…

Airman Takes Girl He Saved After Katrina To Ball

It is a very rare friendship...formed more than a decade after a United States airman rescued a little girl from Hurricane Katrina’s devastation. This weekend he drove from his station in San Antonio California to Hancock County to attend her…

Pascagoula St. Paddy’s Parade

The Coast is missing Mardi Gras, but thankfully we’re squeezing in one last parade as the O’Blarney Society rolls through the streets of Pascagoula. This is the parade’s second year and they’ve upgraded their operations significantly since 2016, bringing on…