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250 Gallons Spill In Gulfport Harbor

Crews are working to contain a diesel spill in the Gulfport Harbor. About 250 gallons apparently spilled during a fuel transfer early this morning. Multiple agencies are responding and the cause of the spill is under investigation.

New Superintendent Appointed

There’s a new superintendent in Long Beach and his name is Dr. Jay Smith. Smith will start July first as he replaces Carrolyn Hamilton who is retiring after serving 13 years as Long Beach Superintendent. Smith comes to the coast…

Proposal On Nurse Controversy Dies

To let all of the district's registered nurses go, the ocean springs school board denies a contract that would restructure the school system's health care complement. The proposal would have paved the way for the possibility to renew the contracts…

Mississippi's Economy Grew 0.7% In 2015

Mississippi’s economic growth trailed the national average in 2015, however improved since 2014. Mississippi’s economy grew point-seven percent in 2015 compared to a point three percent decrease in output the previous year. Growth was led by agriculture and non-durable goods…

Fire Destroys Saucier Home

An early morning fire ripped through a home in Saucier off Highway 49. Harrison County fire crews arrived on scene shortly after 7 a.m. to flames throughout the single story house. There were no injuries reported and officials believe the…

Pink Heart Funds Benefit Event

News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Melinda Spence about Pink Heart Funds benefit event, Third Thursday Jam.

House Fire In Saucier

Saucier home completely destroyed by a fire that broke out around 7 am. Details on NBC at Noon

Krewe of Gemini Scholarship Award Ceremony

Mardi Gras krewes don’t just come into the public eye around carnival season, they’re working in the community year round. Tonight in Gulfport, the Krewe of Gemini presented two Gulfport High School students with $1,500 scholarships. Emily Uresti and Keeth…

Bed and Breakfast Proposal in Ocean Springs

After much controversy and a couple of road bumps, an Ocean Springs couple is still working hard to turn their waterfront home into a bed and breakfast. The request topped the agenda for tonight’s planning committee meeting at City Hall.…

Krewe of Gemini Scholarship Award Ceremony

Mardi Gras krewes don’t just come into the public eye around carnival season, they’re working in the community year round. Tonight in Gulfport, the Krewe of Gemini presented two Gulfport High School students with $1,500 scholarships. Emily Uresti and Keeth…

Man Carries Cross on Beach Boulevard

In the wake of the Orlando shooting, a Gulfport man is trying to bring hope to people in a bit of a different way. If you were passing through Gulfport on Beach Boulevard this morning, you may have seen him.…

Armed Robbery at Gulfport Dollar General

Breaking news out of Gulfport as police respond to an armed robbery at Dollar General. Police say a black male entered the business and implied he had a fire arm but never showed one. Driver’s side of the vehicle has…

Krewe of Gemini Scholarship Award Ceremony

Mardi Gras krewes don’t just come into the public eye around carnival season, they’re working in the community year round. Tonight in Gulfport, the Krewe of Gemini will present two Gulfport High School students with $1,500 scholarships. News 25’s Shelby…

Flag Day in the Midst of Mourning

Flag Day is a time for Americans to recognize the importance of the flag and what it symbolizes. Members of the LGBT community are waving pride flags higher than ever after Sunday’s shooting in Orlando. The rainbow flags have been…

Bed and Breakfast Proposal in Ocean Springs

Ocean Springs couple Scott Walker and his wife, Trinity, are in the process of trying to turn their house into a bed and breakfast. The planning commission will hold a public hearing on the couple’s request tonight. News 25’s Kendra…

Gulf Coast Blood Banks are Low

If a tragedy or mass shooting like the one in Orlando were to strike, the Mississippi Gulf Coast would not have enough blood in their banks to save lives. That’s why the Blood Center is urging folks to get out…

Flag Day Ceremony at the Armed Forces Home

This is the first time in history Flag Day was officially celebrated at the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Gulfport. Residents and members of the community filled the seats for a Flag Day ceremony. There was a presentation of colors,…

Lifesaving Helicopter Transportation on Coast

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, traumatic injury kills more people in the United States between the ages of one and four than anyone else. A partnership between Ochsner and Singing River Health System provides a way…

City of Biloxi Discuss “to-go cup” Districts

City leaders say they want the public to know enforcing the “to-go cup” law could strengthen Biloxi as a tourist destination. The city unveiled leisure and recreation districts where people would be free to carry open alcohol in cups. The…

Armed Robbery at Gulfport Family Dollar

The Gulfport Police Department is asking for your help in locating two suspects wanted for armed robbery. Surveillance photos show two black males entering the Family Dollar on Pass Road last Friday. One of the suspects handed the store clerk…

Flag Passed Around By McDonald's

From one pair of golden arches to the other, old glory is making its way around the coast on Flag Day. A patriotic flag run is being held today by the McDonald’s Descher organization. The American flag will be passed…

Southeastern Fire Chiefs Conference

The men and women who risk their lives to save our lives, homes and businesses from fire are gathering on the coast this week. The Southeastern Association of Fire Chiefs is holding their 88th Leadership Conference right here on the…