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Fatal Wreck on I-10 Westbound Near Mile Marker 2

A fatal wreck has shut down I-10 westbound at mile marker two in Hancock County. Multiple cars including an 18 wheeler are involved in the accident, according to Mississippi Highway Patrol. Officials confirm at least one fatality in the crash.…

Gulfport Residents Deal with Flood Aftermath

The flood waters from last week’s heavy rainfall have receded but recovery and repairs for some are just getting started. News 25’s Kristen Durand caught up with residents in Gulfport’s Northwood Hills neighborhood who are still dealing with the aftermath.…

Jackpot Stakes are High

There are still no jackpot winners in the multi-state Powerball jackpot or the Louisiana Lotto. The Powerball jackpot goes to an estimated $348 million for Wednesday night’s drawing. Lots of Mississippi residents are sure to cross state lines for a…

City of Gulfport Asking for Flood Reports

The City of Gulfport is asking everyone that experienced flooding from last week’s rainfall to report it. Currently, there are 50 flooded homes, over 10 flooded businesses and 70 flooded streets in Gulfport reported. The city tells News 25 the…

Officials Launch ‘Discover D’Iberville’ App

Apple’s “There’s an app for that” slogan is now influencing officials and community leaders in the City of D’Iberville to create an app that brings more tourists to the area. News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us with details on the…

School Bus and Vehicle Accident in Gulfport

A Gulfport school bus collided with a vehicle this afternoon just east of Highway 49 on Duckworth Road. The accident happened after 3 p.m. and tied up traffic for a while. According to an eyewitness, the vehicle and the bus…

Bay St. Louis Councilwoman Hit by Car

A Bay St. Louis councilwoman reportedly hit by a vehicle this morning has been airlifted to a hospital in New Orleans. Ward 4 Councilwoman Wendy McDonald was hit this morning while attending a funeral. She was initially taken to Memorial in…

Gautier Police Arrest Robbery Suspects

The Gautier Police Department has arrested and charged three people following an armed robbery and burglary investigation. 18 year old Brydarius Thomas has been charged with 2 count of armed robbery and 1 count of burglary, 17 year old Jordan…

Go Over The Edge: Hang out with Habitat

Coming up in just a few weeks, News 25’s Katarina Luketich is going over the edge, rappelling 300 feet off the IP Casino to raise money for Habitat for Humanity. The event is Saturday May 21st, 2016. For more information…

Margaritaville Job Fair

If you are looking for a job at the Coast’s newest entertainment venue, now is your chance. Soon to be family hotel and waterpark resort, Margaritaville Biloxi is looking to fill hundreds of positions. The job fair started Sunday at…

DMR Proposes Aquaculture Site

The Department of Marine Resources is attempting to create an oyster aquaculture farm in Pass Christian, but not without some community pushback. DMR spoke to the Harrison County Board of Supervisors Monday morning and they suggest that the farm be…

Team Waste Hits Coast Streets

One Coast waste contractor hit the streets to serve its newest areas on Monday morning. Team Waste was awarded two residential solid waste contracts. On Monday morning, they started their routes. Hancock County and Moss Point both now depend on…

Flooding Update

Last week, river flooding spread throughout areas of the Gulf Coast including RiverRoad in Gulfport. On Friday, residents could not see where the Biloxi River ended and the roadway began, but this morning it was the complete opposite. This weekend’s…

Cities Declare Flooding Disaster

The cities of Gulfport and D’Iberville have declared last Thursday’s severe flooding a disaster as the nearly 10 inches of rain affected homes, businesses and roads. Cities are hoping to qualify for possible public assistance. Officials are asking you to…

Marine Educator Workshop

Over the course of four days principals, teachers, counselors and members of the press from the Mississippi area received a civilian glimpse of the "Makings Of A United States Marine". Educators experienced the difficult and demanding requirements of boot camp…

Historic Homes Tour

Several homes on scenic drive in Pass Christian show-case the historic beauty that no hurricane could completely destroy forever. Rain didn't stop people from around the coast from coming out and touring the historic homes admiring all that has been…

Woman Accused of Stabbing Man

A woman is behind bars now after an argument in Gulfport turned violent. 36-year-old Rosetta Marie King is accused of stabbing a man in his left arm with a knife. The victim drove himself to a local hospital before police…

Mike Byrd Free Court Supervision

Former Jackson County Sheriff Mike Byrd is now free from court supervision. Special circuit Judge Breland Hilburn signed an order terminating the remainder of Byrd’s three years of probation. Byrd served six months under house arrest and about two years…

Arrested For 2nd Degree Murder

A teenager has been arrested in the death of a 63 year old man in Gulfport. 19 year old "Warren Perkins" is charged with second degree murder following Sunday’s discovery of a body in the 8000 Block of 34th avenue.…

Sand On Highway 90

News 25's Laurene Callander tells us about the sand on Highway 90.

UPDATE: Coroner Releases Identity of Gulfport Death

The Gulfport Police Department responded to the 8000 block of 34th Avenue at 10:34 a.m. on Sunday. When officers arrived, they found a deceased, adult male. Harrison County Coroner, Gary Hargrove, identified the victim as 63-year-old, Aaron Wilson of Gulfport.…

Margaritaville Resort Jobs

If you’re looking for a job, spruce up your resume. Margaritaville Resort in Biloxi is hosting job fairs this weekend to fill 600 open positions. The fairs will be from May 1st through the 3rd at the Biloxi Civic Center.…