UPDATE: Greene County inmate recaptured
The Mississippi Department of Corrections, with the help of other authorities, captured an inmate who escaped from the South Mississippi Correctional Institution in Leakesville on Tuesday afternoon. Drew…
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Lucas and Sam Tracking Santa on Christmas Eve
Using the NORAD Santa tracking system Lucas and Sam give the viewers and update on Santa's location and how they track the big man on Christmas Eve.
Mega Millions rises to $1 billion on Christmas Eve
The Mega Millions Jackpot has risen to about $1 billion. The next drawing is scheduled for tonight, right before WXXV News 25 at 10 PM. So far, this jackpot is still the sixth highest in the game's history, with the…
Christmas Tree recycling program launched in Harrison County
Harrison County and Mississippi Power are wasting no time after Christmas, launching their annual Christmas Tree recycling program. It's your opportunity to get rid of your live trees in…
Public invited for official marker unveiling for Middle Passage
The Biloxi NAACP is holding a program ahead of the official Middle Passage marker unveiling. That unveiling is planned for January 11, 2025 at noon. Middle Passage to Biloxi honors the…
Long Beach citizens donate cereal for school children
Long Beach citizens responded to a request to donate cereal so that children would have breakfast before school. Organizer Michael McGill said that when he began the drive,…
The WXXV News 25 Staff share their favorite Christmas stories
For Christmas, the WXXV News 25 staff shares their favorite holiday memories. Sam Parker - Meteorologist Austin Hill - Production Assistant [blox_vms account="WXXV" key="e38eacfcd1b6b6f2a430022cd9132bab61e6cc95" vtitle="Austin Hill shares his Christmas…
Santa Claus visits the WXXV News 25 studio!
Santa Claus is coming to town, making a quick stop in Gulfport! WXXV News 25's Everett Ganier Jr. sat down with the Big Man of Christmas ahead of Christmas Day.
Goula Grinch arrested by Pascagoula Police
The Goula Grinch tried to ruin Christmas but was stopped! Officers in Pascagoula received reports of the Goula Grinch harassing citizens, the criminal allegedly taking presents right out of their…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Back Bay Mission in Biloxi telling you about Christmas Brunch
Back Bay Mission is hosting a Christmas Brunch on Christmas Day from 11:30AM to 1PM at their Micah Day Center. This event is open to everyone, including both sheltered and unsheltered…
MDOT has updates on road construction projects in South Mississippi
WXXV's Lucas Warren has updates on road construction projects in South Mississippi. The Mississippi Department of Transportation provided timelines on the projects affecting South Mississippi motorists.…
Caring and Sharing Group to hold free Christmas Day dinner in Stone County
Caring and Sharing Group is organizing a free Christmas Day meal from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Stone County Fairgrounds.…
Biloxi Councilman Paul Tisdale discusses vote for pay raise, road project
The City of Biloxi voting for a potential pay increase for elected officials. Plus a road project has some residents upset about the project. Biloxi Councilman Paul Tisdale joins WXXV…
Local 10-year-old writes book showcasing coast through a Martian's eyes
This holiday season, grab a copy of Gulfport's very own Kennedy Elliott's book. That book is called "Kennedy and Marie the Martian's Mississippi Adventures." Explore Gulfport and the Mississippi Gulf…
Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport gives holiday travel tips
The Transportation Security Administration predicts that approximately 40 million people will fly between December 19th and January 9th. Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport saw an increase in travelers this past weekend and anticipates continued high traffic as…
Gulfport battles brush fire near apartment complex
Gulfport Fire Department battled a brush fire this morning that burned about 20 acres. Chief Billy Kelley said when firefighters arrived on scene in an area between 39th Avenue and 34th Street by Emerald Pines Apartments, about 2 acres were…
MBAH Grants Certification for Santa’s Reindeer to Enter Mississippi on December 24
Today, the Mississippi Board of Animal Health (MBAH) issued a certificate of veterinary inspection to Santa Claus of the North Pole, permitting Mr. Claus’ reindeer entry to the state of Mississippi for an “annual business trip” the night of Christmas…
Meggan Monday: Feed the Needy
This week's Meggan Monday takes us back to the beginning of a holiday tradition in South Mississippi: Feed the Needy. WXXV News 25's Meggan Gray gives us the details.
Santa Claus officially cleared for travel
Because no one logs more travel miles on Christmas Eve than Santa Claus, the Big Guy simply insists on being well prepared. That’s why earlier this month, at Santa’s request, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) cleared St. Nick and…
Bay St. Louis rings in 2025 by dropping an oyster
Bay St. Louis is ringing in the New Year, but with an oyster drop! An oyster will be set up above 200 North Beach Restaurant, coming…
Ocean Springs ringing in 2025 with a drop!
We might still be two days away from Christmas, but cities across the coast are already preparing to ring in 2025! The Drop on Government takes place on New…
Good Bros. Seafood hosting free Christmas dinner
Good Brothers Seafood from Moss Point is giving back to the community this holiday season. A free Christmas dinner is being hosted on Christmas Day. Edward Good and Dr.…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Brick & Spoon in Biloxi for Breakfast With Santa
Brick & Spoon Biloxi hosted it's annual "Breakfast With Santa" event this morning from 9AM to 1PM. Guests could enjoy a delicious brunch and take free pictures with Santa Claus! WXXV News 25's…
Motorcycle pursuit ends in arrest, multiple felony charges in George County
A pursuit of a motorcycle driving without a license plate led to the arrest of a George County man who faces multiple felony charges. George County Sheriff Mitchell Mixon said 45-year-old Ronnie Lee Moye II of Lucedale was arrested late…