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Have You Seen this Woman

Biloxi police are looking for an Alabama woman who could be on the Coast. Authorities say 68-year-old Kay Atkins Raines of Mobile, Alabama was last seen at the Beau Rivage Casino in Biloxi and the Home Depot in Gulfport on…

[Graphic Content] Horse Killed by Traffic in Gulfport

This morning in Gulfport, a horse running free in a neighborhood on Phifer Lane was hit and killed by traffic. Residents discovered the horse lying dead near the roadside and believe the driver responsible for the horse’s death fled the…

Hancock County Shootings

Multiple shootings rang out in Hancock County this afternoon. Just before 4 p.m. multiple shootings were reported in Bay St. Louis and Waveland. The first shooting happened around 3:45 near Washington Street and Old Spanish Trail. Officials say the second shooting…

Elderly Man Injured in Woods Fire in Moss Point

An elderly man was air-lifted to an Alabama hospital after a Moss Point fire left him with severe burns to his arms and legs. Firefighters responded to a widespread blaze in a wooded area near Highway 63 and Elder Ferry…

Super Bowl Footballs

The countdown to the Super Bowl continues. Sunday the Patriots will play the Falcons in Houston, Texas. Quaterbacks Tom Brady and Matt Ryan don’t know it, but the footballs they will throw on Super Bowl Sunday were made by a…

Recovery Progressing Quickly at William Carey University

January 21st a tornado tore through William Carey University’s Hattiesburg campus, destroying nearly everything in its path. In less than two weeks, the electricity has been turned back on in several buildings, students have resumed classes either online on in…

String of Mailbox Thefts in Harrison County

Authorities in Harrison County are asking for the public’s assistance in stopping a string of thefts. Harrison County Sheriff’s Office has received multiple complaints of stolen mail from residences. The suspects, Timothy Ross and Sabrina Morrison, both from Alabama, are altering…

Drug Bust on I-10 in Jackson County

A Texas man is behind bars in Jackson County after a traffic stop on I-10 discovered nearly eight pounds on cocaine in his truck. Luis Maldonado was arrested Tuesday morning at the 70 mile marker on I-10 after a Jackson…

Multiple Shootings in Hancock County

There were multiple shootings in Hancock County this afternoon. Hancock County Deputy Don Bass tells News 25 that a gun fight broke out in Bay St. Louis, but no injuries are reported at the time. A second shooting in Waveland…

Significant Drop In Crime: Biloxi

The Biloxi Police Department definitely has a reason to celebrate. Biloxi Mayor Andrew 'Fofo' Gilich highlighted the officers and their impressive statistics at Wednesday’s state of the city address. In the past year burglaries are down by nine percent, robberies…

Grant For "Health Is Golden" Campaign

It's February and hopefully you're still on track with your New Year’s Resolutions. For students, faculty, and staff at USM Gulf Park, a grant renewal will help them achieve their fitness goals. The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Mississippi…

Brewery Bill Moves

Small Mississippi breweries could sell beer to customers on site under a measure moving forward in the legislature. House members voted 93-23 Wednesday to pass House Bill 13-22 , sending it to the senate for more debate. The measure would…

Former Businessman To Learn Fate Today

A former Mississippi businessman and lawmaker will learn how long he will spend behind bars. US District Judge Henry T. Wingate is expected hand down the sentencing for Cecil McRory. McRory was found guilty of crimes related to the bribing…

Do You Know Who This Is?

Gulfport police need your help trying to track down a suspected burglar. On January 13th, Gulfport police responded to a burglary call King Limo located on 16th Avenue. When they arrived they learned a black male had entered the business,…

Early Voting Mississippi

A bill advancing at the Mississippi capitol would give voters easier and earlier access to the ballot. But, it is expected to face opposition. The house voted 113-8 on Wednesday to pass House Bill 228, which would allow no-excuses, in-person…

Keesler Federal Credit Union Relief

News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Sharon Keller Vice President Of Marketing, Keesler Federal Credit Union about the Donations for the Hattiesburg Area Relief Efforts.

Internet Tax

After the Mississippi house voted on Wednesday to pass a bill organizing efforts to collect taxes from amazon and others that sell goods to Mississippians from outside the state...it has been held on a motion to reconsider. That means the…

Car Slams Into 18-Wheeler

Car slams into a parked 18-wheeler this morning...causing some backup on the Exit 28 off ramp in Harrison County. A small four door car drove off of I-10 west onto the county farm road exit around 4:45am. Fortunately there were…

Accident on Exit 28 I10

Exit 28 ramp off I-10 west bound now clear after accident. Crews still on scene cleaning up, drivers slow down in the area.

Group Helps Disabled Athletes Run South Mississippi

An organization called Ainsley's Angels is giving disabled athletes a chance to get out and get moving, competing in races all over the Coast! It wasn't an easy chase but News 25's Gina Tomlinson caught up with them to tell…

Pack A Bag Program

Imagine being taken away from everything you know and getting placed in a new environment with barely any of your personal belongings. This is what happens to hundreds of children each year, but one Jackson County program aims at making…

Public Hearing on Belle La Vie

Tonight, Biloxi City Council seeks the public's input on a zoning change that would allow for a large housing development in the Woolmarket area. News 25's Kendra Turley joins us live from the public hearing at Joppa Temple in Biloxi.