Police investigating Saturday night shooting at Biloxi park
Biloxi police continue to investigate a Saturday night shooting at a park in the city. Details are still limited, but officials tell us one person was injured in…
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WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. previews Stone County Fair
The annual Stone County Fair kicks off this week. It is an event that celebrates local agriculture, community, and entertainment. The fair offers a range of…
MSU and Ingalls begin new partnership for education benefits
Mississippi State University and Ingalls Shipbuilding entering into a partnership, allowing Ingalls employees to take advantage of education assistance benefits. Those benefits include a 10% tuition discount for…
Improvements coming to Hiller Park in Biloxi
Changes are coming to Biloxi's Hiller Park. The city says the old tennis courts on the grounds have been removed and the area is being transformed into a green…
Stennis Space Center hits major milestone for Artemis mission
A major milestone this week in the progress of the Artemis mission. Crews at Stennis completing a safe lift and installation for the interstage simulator component needed for testing…
Scam alert for Pearl River County residents
An alert for Pearl River County residents. Scammers are calling from unknown numbers, claiming to be sheriff's deputies. The call usually mention the resident has an active warrant and must pay a fine or face arrest. The sheriff's office says…
American Red Cross asking for blood donations ahead of holiday season
The American Red Cross asking everyone who can to give the gift of blood. Those with Type O blood and those giving platelets are encouraged to donate ahead of the…
Three arrests made in Gulfport drive-by shooting incident
Gulfport announced it has made three arrests in connection with a drive-by shooting on Wednesday. 20-year-old Donnez Rafeyon Lebron Yarbor, 20-year-old Na’Alhyia Nakia Miller and 24-year-old Devon Rechard Wilkerson each were charged with one count of drive-by shooting. They were…
Gautier residents frustrated with road closures in the city
Gautier residents are expressing their frustrations over roads being closed for maintenance work on the railroad. The city announced the closure of Ladnier Road on Friday and and Saturday, as well as a planned closure of Dolphin Drive on October…
Hyena cub introduced to hyena exhibit at Hattiesburg Zoo
An update from the Hattiesburg Zoo, the hyena cub has been checked during a weigh-in. Mother Pili's cub is growing healthy and strong! Due to the way hyena anatomy…
Melange Dance Company preparing for 46th annual performance of The Nutcracker
Ballerinas Mary Amelia Clemens and Gracie Mitchell visited WXXV on Friday morning to talk about their Melange Dance Company's upcoming production of The Nutcracker. Local ballerinas are preparing for the…
Weekend events coming up in November at 100 Men Hall
Rachel Dangermond and Alligator Mike joined us at WXXV to talk about events coming up next weekend at 100 Men Hall. On Saturday, Nov. 2, is Dia de los Muertos,…
Everett Ganier Jr. takes the coast on a haunted boat tour
Halloween is just around the corner, one unique boat tour gives those daring to set sail a big scare! Disturbing legends were told as Everett Ganier Jr.…
Community comes out for Sea of Stars fundraiser benefiting the Mississippi Aquarium
The Hancock Whitney Sea of Stars fundraiser benefitting the Mississippi Aquarium wrapped up last night. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was there for all…
Mississippi Aquariums CEO Kurt Allen at Sea of Stars Fundraiser
The Mississippi Aquarium hosted their annual Sea of Stars fundraising event. With the event wrapping up WXXV News 25's Lucas Warren got to speak with Mississippi Aquarium CEO…
Mississippi's Aquarium Sea of Stars Fundraiser
The Mississippi Aquarium hosted their annual Sea of Stars fundraiser event. The event featured live music, a variety of gourmet vendors, exhibits, silent auctions and more. WXXV News 25's Lucas Warren was…
“The Voice” contestant Deon Jones has ties to South Mississippi
A contestant on NBC’s The Voice has Coast ties and sat down with us to talk about his journey from Wiggins to LA. Deon Jones grew…
WXXV Votes Election Preview October 31st
The November 5th general election is fast approaching and WXXV News 25’s got you covered as you prepare to cast your ballot. Tune in on October 31st at 9 p.m.…
St. Patrick High journalism class visits WXXV
We here at WXXV News 25 had a special treat this morning. The St. Patrick Catholic High School journalism class took a field trip to our WXXV News Station.…
MSU President Dr. Mark Keenum on the Gulf Coast
Mississippi State University President Dr. Mark Keenum served as a visiting speaker at Thursday’s Gulf Coast Business Council meeting. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter has more.
SONIC Fills Local Schools' Classroom Libraries
ATLANTA (October 24, 2024) - SONIC® Drive-In donates a portion of proceeds from every drink purchase to support local public schools through the brand's Limeades for Learning® initiative. This fall, SONIC is going all-in on reading for National Book Month,…
Hancock Whitney Sea of Stars fundraiser benefitting Mississippi Aquarium
The Hancock Whitney Sea of Stars Fundraiser kicks off this evening, raising essential funds for the Mississippi Aquarium. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel has the latest on what South Mississippi can expect…
NASA Stennis Takes Key Step in Expanding its Range Operations Work
NASA’s Stennis Space Center near Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, has entered into an agreement with Skydweller Aero Inc. for the company to operate its solar-powered autonomous aircraft in the site’s restricted airspace, a key step towards achieving a strategic center…
Search for missing man leads to his body in Moss Point and arrest in case
A Moss Point man has been charged in connection with a missing man found dead on Wednesday morning. Police said 22-year-old Johnny Anderson was charged with murder and was taken to Jackson County jail. Bond has not been set pending…