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Zander Continues to Improve

We are continuing to track the recovery of the little boy whose father is accused of severely beating him, leaving him with critical wounds. There is more good news about Zander’s recovery. Family members tell News 25 results from Zander’s…

Prayer Vigil for Zander

Some good news this afternoon, the little boy who police say was severely beaten by his own father is doing a lot better and doctors are pleased with his progress. News 25’s Kendra Turley takes us inside a Gulfport prayer…

2016 Jolly Crawfish Boil

It’s Jolly time again on the Coast. The night was filled with crawfish, music and donations at the Jolly Crawfish Boil at the Grand Magnolia Hotel. Fred’s Super Dollar gave over $14,000 to the Bacot-McCarty Foundation. That money will go…

2016 Jolly Crawfish Boil

It’s jolly time once again on the Coast. Tonight, the Bacot-McCarty Foundation begins the countdown to their biggest fundraiser of the year. News 25’s Shelby Myers is in Pascagoula for the kick-off crawfish boil with the details.

Prayer Vigil for Zander

Tomorrow night from 5:30 to 7 p.m., there will be a prayer vigil at Nugent United Methodist Church at John Clark Road and Old Highway 49 in Gulfport. Pastor Lance Presley tells News 25 he will lead the congregation in…

24th Annual Crawfish Music Festival

It was a dreary day out today but that didn’t stop set up for the 24th annual Crawfish Music Festival at the Coast Coliseum. In addition to thrilling carnival rides, arts and crafts vendors and delicious food, there’s plenty of…

Judge Considering Lawsuit on State Flag

A federal judge says the Confederate emblem on the Mississippi flag is “anti-American” because it represents those who fought to leave the United States. U.S. District Judge Carlton Reeves is not yet saying whether he will fully consider a lawsuit…

No Hate in our State Rally at Jones Park

Gulf Coast community members rallied through the rain today to oppose the recent signing of House Bill 1523. “No hate in our state” signs took over Jones Park as dozens of protesters stood side by side, saying the act is…

Arson Suspect Arrested

A Gulfport man has been arrested in connection with a fire that destroyed a building belonging to a church in Gulfport. Twenty-four year-old Thierre Moore has been charged with first degree arson. The April 4th fire destroyed an abandoned house…

Woman Saved from Suicide Attempt in Ocean Springs

A woman is saved after a suicide attempt on the Ocean Springs Bridge earlier this afternoon. The Ocean Springs Police Department received a call about a woman sitting on the Biloxi Bay Bridge who appeared as if she wanted to…

Man Accused of Child Abuse Denied Bond

Bond has been denied for the man accused of severely abusing his three-year-old son. Twenty-four year-old Nathan Blake McCrory had his initial hearing today in a Jackson County courtroom. He is charged with felony child abuse and manufacturing a controlled…

Gulfport Woman Safe after Being Kidnapped

A Gulfport man is charged with what authorities are calling the kidnapping of his ex-girlfriend. Forty-eight year-old Ernie Lizana has been arrested after police say he assaulted and forced the victim into his car last night. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department says this is…

Zander’s Condition Improving: Prayer Vigil Tonight

The little boy who police say was severely beaten by his own father is doing a lot better and doctors are pleased with his progress. A prayer vigil for Zander is being held tonight at the Nugent United Methodist Church…

Gulfport Arson Suspect Charged

Through a joint investigation between the Gulfport Fire & Arson Unit and the Mississippi State Fire Marshal’s Office, a Gulfport man was charged with 1st degree arson in connection with a fire that destroyed a building belonging to the Progressive…

Harrison Central Swimmer Makes History

One Gulf Coast swimmer made school history Wednesday morning. Harrison Central High School senior Kyjana Webber signed to swim for the University of Sioux Falls South Dakota on Wednesday. When she signed on the dotted line, she became the first…

Child Abuse Conference in Biloxi

Law enforcement officials, social workers and prosecutors, just to name a few, are crucial when it comes to child abuse response. Today, they are gathering on the Coast. They are here for the One Loud Voice: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Child…

Upcoming College Baseball at MGM Park

Tonight, the Shuckers will be ending a seven game homestand but that doesn't mean baseball is going anywhere. Jackson State and Alcorn State will face each other in the Urban American Classic. The game will be on Friday, April 15th.…

Zander’s Condition Improving: Prayer Vigil Tonight

Some good news this afternoon, the little boy who police say was severely beaten by his own father is doing a lot better and doctors are pleased with his progress. Family members tell News 25 Zander opened his eyes this…

Gulfport Woman Kidnapped While Taking Out the Trash

On Tuesday, April 12, 2016, Sheriff Troy Peterson announced the arrest of 48 year old Ernie Lizana who resides at 1934 42nd Avenue in Gulfport, MS on a felony charge of Kidnapping. According to Sheriff Troy Peterson, a victim stated…

No Hate in our State Rally in Gulfport

In light of a rally supporting the Religious Accommodations Act today in Jackson, LGBT activists and allies want to make sure their voice is heard too. Gulfport resident and LGBT activist Charlotte Ferguson will host a public rally at Jones Park…