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House Bill On Firearms

The Mississippi house voted Monday the ability to defy presidential orders regarding firearms in a 75 to 46 vote. The house bill says it gives the state the right to defy orders from any president on gun control but democrat…

Resident Sues Gov. Bryant Over Flag

It's a case that's grabbing national attention; Mississippi news now reports a Mississippi man is suing Governor Phil Bryant over the state flag. Carlos Moore, a Mississippi attorney, has filed a federal lawsuit naming Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant that seeks…

John Kasich In Mississippi Today

John Kasich will spend this Super Tuesday in Mississippi. He will be at the Central Mississippi Republicans Gala Dinner in Jackson tonight. Trent Lott is one of Kasich’s biggest supporters in the state. After today, Kasich heads to Michigan to…

Race For The White House

Super Tuesday is here. With so many delegates to be won or lost during the voting process today Super Tuesday can reveal which candidates have the best chance at winning their party's nomination for president. Republican Candidate Ted Cruz Needs…

Road Closure 3/01/2016

Beginning this morning, division street at Caillavet Street is closed to both east and westbound lanes. City contractors are making emergency sewer repairs at this site. This intersection will be closed until Friday.

Pascagoula city leaders discuss county's recent utility rate hike

The newly raised utility rates in Jackson County are causing concerns for people who live in Pascagoula. The city council held a special meeting to discuss the increases. Over the past three years, the Jackson County Utility Authority has steadily increased…

The man who died in a Biloxi car wreck has been identified

One person is dead, and another is critically injured after a car accident in Biloxi. The fatal wreck happened just after 1:30 this afternoon. According to officials, two vehicles collided on Pass Road near Rich Avenue. Two of the car…

Former Deputy Charged with Embezzlement

A former Jackson County sheriff's deputy has been arrested and charged with embezzling about $10-thousand worth of equipment purchased by the sheriff's office -- with a federal grant. Authorities say 55-year-old Alexander Kieper Jr. of Biloxi sold two spotting scopes,…

Attempted kidnapping story changes

Biloxi police say a boy who reported someone tried to kidnap him on the way to school this morning wasn’t telling the whole truth. Police confirmed the 9 year old changed his story after reporting he escaped a potential kidnapper…

St. Joseph Hospice Open House

News 25's Katarina Luketich talks to Mark Crowson about the St. Joseph Hospice New Location in Gulfport. March 4, 2016 4-9 P.M.     [mappress mapid="2375"]    

Boy Lied About Biloxi Attempted Kidnapping

On Monday, February 29, 2016, at approximately 0803 hours, the Biloxi Police Department responded to Popps Ferry Elementary School in reference to an attempted kidnapping complaint reported by a 9 year old student.  Upon Officer’s arrival, the juvenile reported that…

More Than 30 Pounds Of Drugs Seized

Following 2 separate weekend stops Mississippi highway patrol seized more than 30 pounds of drugs in east Rankin County. According to officials, members of the Mississippi highway patrol interdiction unit seized approximately 19 pounds of "ice," a purified form of…

Shooting Leaves One Dead Gulfport

One man is behind bars after a shooting in Gulfport leaves one person dead and another in the hospital. 21 year old "Shaquil Sands" is being charged with murder and aggravated assault after Saturday’s shooting on Robin Dale Road in…

Mississippi Gulf Coast Softball Classic

The Collegiate softball season is underway. Eleven college teams are sliding into Gulfport for the third annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Softball Classic. News 25’s Shelby Myers has her glove ready and we’re pitching it to her live in the field.

Parents against Bullying

After a boy was sent to alternative school in Stone County for threatening to shoot up the school, parents now join together to address the underlying issue they believe is bullying.

Victim Shot In The Face

News 25's Laurene Callander tell us about the victim who was shot In the face in the Pass Christian area. Any information call: Harrison County Sheriff's Department (228) 896-0606

Parents Against Bullying

One mother calls for the community's help to put a stop to what she says is an ongoing issue often overlooked. It all started when her daughter tried to commit suicide as a result of bullying.

St. Joseph Hospice Open House

News 25’s Katarina Luketich talks to Mark Crowson about the St. Joseph Hospice New Location in Gulfport. March 4, 2016 4-9 P.M.   [mappress mapid="2375"]

Presidential Debate for the Libertarian Party

The Libertarian Parties of Alabama and Mississippi will host a business seminar and presidential debate on the Coast tomorrow. The event will start at 10 a.m. at the Beau Rivage. In total, 12 candidates will be taking part in the…

Second Annual Guardian Angel Gala

Doctors and nurses spend time saving others lives. Tonight, it was all about their patients giving back to them. In the Island View Casino Resort Beach Tower, hundreds of guests showed up for the Memorial Hospital Foundation’s second annual Guardian…

Planned Challenge on Ballot Change Order

Mississippi’s top elections official Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann says he will ask the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a state court order telling him to add another candidate to the March 8th Democratic presidential primary ballot. On Thursday, the…

Island Outfitters Opens in Gulfport

This morning, downtown Gulfport welcomed a new neighbor to town. Islander Outfitters cut the ribbon on its newest store, right smack dab in the middle of downtown Gulfport. Gulfport city leaders tells News 25 the clothing store, located on 14th…

Monster Jam at the Coliseum this Weekend

Monster Jam is taking over the Mississippi Coast Coliseum this weekend with your favorite massive trucks ready to show off their best tricks on the dirt. The bumpy rides start tomorrow with a pit party where you can take pictures…

Deuce McAllister Back on the Coast

Former Saints running back Deuce McAllister just can’t stay away from the Coast. Today, for the second time in the past month, the Super Bowl champ was on the Coast hanging out with fans. This time, Deuce got loose at…