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‘Carey Strong’ Worship Service at Temple Baptist Church

It’s been a rough week for students and community members in the Pine Belt. Tonight, students, school officials, and dozens of Petal residents will gather for a night of worship and comfort. News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us from Temple…

Students Donate Money To Hospital

Harrison Central High School students donated over five thousand dollars to memorial hospital this morning. The funds were raised during the school's breast cancer awareness "Think Pink Week" back in October. The money donated to the hospital will help provide…

Police Department Awards Ceremony Biloxi

Biloxi First Responders were honored earlier this morning during their quarterly awards ceremony. A handful of detectives and officers received recognition for their hard work in tough cases ranging from domestic disputes to assaults. Many of them were able to…

Craft Beer Legislation

Two bills making their way through Jackson right now could lead to local Craft Brewers finally cracking open previously untapped potential. House Bill 13-22 and Senate Bill 26-13 would both allow craft breweries to sell their beer directly from their…

Thunder from Down Under

The Thunder from Down Under performances are this weekend. Tickets are still available for July 31st at 7 p.m. They cost $40. The event is taking place at the Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort. [mappress mapid="3208"]

Jury Convicts Man For Murder

A Harrison County jury convicts a New York man for a 2015 D’Iberville murder. 24 year old "Marquis Saunders" will spend the rest of his life in prison for shooting and killing Jamel Jones at the amber drive apartments two…

Blue Lives Matter Bill Passes The Senate

A bill to double penalties for crimes targeting police officers, firefighters and medics moves forward in the state legislature. The "Blue Lives Matter" proposal says any crime committed against emergency personnel because of their status as police officers, firefighters or…

Blue Crew vs. D’Iberville Police Department

Tonight the Gulfport Police Department’s Blue Crew took to the court for the second time. Their first game was an exhibition game against high schoolers from their community. That game drew plenty of attention. This time, D’Iberville Police Department joined…

William Carey Update

William Carey University continues to move toward a full recovery after last weekend’s storm damaged most of its property. William Carey University President Tommy King said, “In 15 seconds, 90 percent of our buildings had major damage.” Construction workers and…

Sentenced to Life for Kidnapping and Rape

A Gulfport man was found guilty of kidnapping, forcible sexual intercourse, and aggravated assault by a Harrison County jury this afternoon. Fifty-six year-old Andrew Cruse Jr. of Gulfport was sentenced to life in prison on all three counts and will…

A Gift of Warmth to those in Need

In anticipation of the freezing temperatures headed our way, the Salvation Army gave the gift of warmth to those in need. People who qualified filed through the command center in Gulfport today to get a free jacket, shoes, hats, and…

Grand Reopening of the Win Job Center in Gulfport

Right here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, residents can take advantage of the Win Job Center. The center is a valuable tool for finding employment throughout the entire state. As of today, the center is bigger and better than ever.…

Vending a Hand at Gulfport High

A group of passionate students at Gulfport High School are gaining national attention for their approach using STEM skills to transform a simple snack machine into something to provide essential items to those in need. It’s part of Samsung’s National…

William Carey to Release New Updates

William Carey University officials are trying their best to keep students notified of how the school plans to move on in the aftermath of last weekend’s storms. News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us from Hattiesburg with details.

Big Changes To Pass Parade

Big changes are on the way for the Pass Christian Mardi Gras Parade. This year's parade will begin 30 minutes earlier at 11:30, this means streets on the parade route will close at 10. There will be no street parking…

Second 'Blue Crew' Basketball Game Gulfport

Gulfport's Blue Crew basketball team takes on the D’Iberville police department and students tonight at Gulfport High. Gulfport police spokesman Sergeant Josh Bromen tells News 25 the first game of the program was a huge success but this one will…

Job Fair at the Seabee Base

Often time’s family members leave their careers to follow their loved ones in the military and finding a job isn't always instantaneous. That’s why the Seabee base hosted a job fair this morning for those family members looking for a…

Free Tetanus Shots For Storm Victims

While residents in the Hattiesburg and petal area continue to pick up the pieces from this past weekend's storms, the Mississippi department of health is doing its part to keep storm victims healthy. The MSDH is offering a free tetanus…

Biloxi Police Investigating Scene

Biloxi police are spending a part of today trying to figure what exactly happened when a Gulfport Patrol vehicle struck and killed a pedestrian last week. Highway 49 between airport and creosote road was closed starting at 10 this morning.…

Arrest Made In Chevron Station Burglary

The man Gulfport police believe burglarized a chevron gas station earlier this month has been arrested. On January 4th, police responded to an alarm at the chevron station on Kelly Avenue. When they arrived, they found shattered glass and missing…

Manhunt on in Harrison County

Multiple agencies are searching for a man after he ran during a traffic stop in Harrison County. Mississippi Highway Patrol Spokesman Chase Elkins tells News 25 a trooper attempted to stop a grey Chevy Malibu for speeding on I10 near…

Salvation Army Jacket And Shoe Giveaway

This morning, the Salvation Army in Gulfport gave the gift of warmth to those in need. While temperatures have only dipped a handful of times on the Coast, the weather is bound to get frigid and that's why the Salvation…

Taco Bell Robbery Thursday Morning

Waveland police are investigating an early morning robbery at a Taco Bell. Assistant Chief Mike Prendergast tells News 25 a female Taco Bell worker was preparing to unlock and open the store around 6:30. A suspect then came up behind…