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Schools Close Early Due to Weather

Local schools didn’t take any chances and many decided to let kids out of school early today to beat the storms home. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson checked in with some Long Beach schools before they checked out early for the…

Severe Weather Warnings

News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us live with tips on how to stay safe throughout tonight’s severe weather.

The Scene at Jones Park at 6 p.m.

The scene at Jones Park in Gulfport at 6 p.m. @WXXV25 The scene at Jones Park in Gulfport at 6 p.m. @WXXV25 pic.twitter.com/HC8GVgfKUB — Kendra Turley (@WXXVKendra) February 24, 2016

Harrison County EMA Monitors the Weather

Harrison Co EMA monitoring weather. Wind speeds of up to 35 mph in Harrison Co @WXXV25 Harrison Co EMA monitoring weather. Wind speeds of up to 35 mph in Harrison Co @WXXV25 pic.twitter.com/wKQsngILLf— Shelby Myers (@wxxvshelby) February 23, 2016

Severe Weather Forecast

Governor Phil Bryant has issued a state of emergency today for all areas of the state that may be affected by current storms throughout the area. Harrison County is now under a thunderstorm warning until 6 this evening. Meteorologist Ryan…

Storm Approaches Harrison County

Winds picking up in downtown Gulfport area. @WXXV25 Winds picking up in downtown Gulfport area. @WXXV25 pic.twitter.com/fwyeUaLCgs— Kendra Turley (@WXXVKendra) February 23, 2016

Strong Wind in Gulfport

Currently no rain in downtown Gulfport but extremely windy. Watch @WXXV25 at 5:30 for updates Currently no rain in downtown Gulfport but extremely windy. Watch @WXXV25 at 5:30 for updates pic.twitter.com/F3ABBgyPDT— Shelby Myers (@wxxvshelby) February 23, 2016

Church Fire in Gulfport

On 2/23/16 at approximately 10 am, 21 Gulfport firefighters responded to a structure fire at New Jerusalem Baptist Church on 23rd Ave.  No occupants were inside at the time of the fire and it was brought under control within 15…

Biloxi Public Schools Will Close Early Today

Biloxi Public Schools leaders have announced that students will be dismissed from class two hours early today, and city workers have been removing leaves and other debris from storm drains in low-lying areas, as residents and businesses are being encouraged…

Biloxi Police Officer Assaulted

A Biloxi man faces multiple felony charges after allegedly assaulting a police officer during a traffic stop Monday. James Michael Magnusen Jr. Is booked on charges of assault on a police officer, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute and…

School Closing 2/23/2016

The Harrison County School District will dismiss students two hours early today due to weather. Christian Collegiate School: 1 Pm George County Schools: 1 Pm Greene County Schools: 12:30 Pm Hancock County Schools: 11:30 Am Harper Mc Caughn Elementary getting…

Prep For Severe Storms

News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Rupert Lacy on how to prep for severe storms.

Lawmakers Push Tanning Ban for Teens

Some state lawmakers are working to stop teenagers from soaking up rays at tanning salons. They cite evidence of an increased risk of skin cancers from using tanning beds, especially for high school and college-aged women. News 25’s Kendra Turley…

Lawmakers Push Tanning Ban for Teens

Some state lawmakers are working to stop teenagers from soaking up rays at tanning salons. They cite evidence of an increased risk of skin cancers from using tanning beds, especially for high school and college-aged women. News 25’s Kendra Turley…

A New Hotel Added to the Aquarium Project

The Gulfport Redevelopment Commission is looking to add a new hotel to the site the new aquarium will be built on. The commissioners met today and made that decision. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson was there to hear the announcement. Hundreds…

Give Blood at USM Gulf Park Campus

Blood banks in South Mississippi remain low but local Red Cross representatives are taking steps to improve the deficit. Today, the Red Cross stopped by USM’s Gulf Park campus in Long Beach to collect blood donations. Pepper Ginder, vice president…

Domino’s Raising Dough for Matute Family

You may want to think Domino’s Pizza for lunch or dinner this coming Wednesday, especially since a portion of proceeds are going to a good cause. Nearly two weeks ago, a fatal car crash claimed the lives of Concepcion Matute…

Flu Season

With flu season underway, it is a good time to be prepared and get a flu shot. Polk’s Drugs in Biloxi is currently giving free flu shots until supplies run out. On Friday, Mississippi had its first flu-related death of…

Bloody Sunday Trip Adding Bus

Due to popular demand, the Moss Point Visionary Circle has decided to add a second bus to their sixth annual Bloody Sunday trip. There were already 50 Moss Point High School students signed up to attend the group’s trip to…

Tishomingo County Sheriff’s Department Offering Thanks

As the Tishomingo County Sheriff’s Department continues to grieve the weekend shooting death of one of its own, officials are offering thanks to all the law enforcement and first responders who came to their assistance. Early Saturday morning, Mississippi Bureau…

It’s Time to #EatMSCoast

It’s easy to get passionate about food, especially when living on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Now, there’s a new way to discover new eateries along the Coast. The creators of EatYall.com will be canvasing the region to experience everything from…

Rescue Pup Becomes Therapy Dog

One cocker spaniel is trying to prove the negative stereotype of rescue dogs wrong after earning her recent title as therapy dog. News 25’s Laurene Callander introduces us to Mandy and shares her turnaround from being saved to serving the…

Fed up with 50th Rally

One of the parents heading to Jackson to fight on behalf of public education is Gulfport School District parent Becky Guidry, also a member of Fed up with 50th. She joins us live in the studio.