Dwight Peters was arrested in Jackson County on outstanding warrants for aggravated assault, armed robbery, and contempt of court, authorities said. The charges stem from an October 2025 incident at the Golden Nugget in Biloxi, where Peters and Cynthia Herron…
The Gulf Coast is mourning the loss of Dr. Jim Franks. Dr. Franks was a senior researcher at the Gulf Coast Research Lab’s Center for Fisheries. He is also one of…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County fire crews battled a wildfire that was approaching homes in the Latimer community Wednesday afternoon in the area of Pine Avenue and Shady Pine Drive. Fire crews spent much of the afternoon and evening…
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Junior Auxiliary of Hancock County is hosting a health and fitness day for kids. They’re teaming up with Ochsner Medical Center. Anne Pitre joins…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- A Latte Friends is hosting an inclusive Walk and Roll event this month. The event takes place in D’Iberville on April 25. Wendy Fayard…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- If your grass is growing faster than your weekend plans, there’s a new app on the Coast that could help. Greenpal, known as the…
With severe weather season here, and hurricane season just around the corner, Mississippi Power is helping local emergency agencies prepare. The Mississippi Power Foundation awarded emergency management agencies in 24 Mississippi counties a $2,500 grant for storm preparedness resources, including…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A special honor flight welcome home event took place at Gulfport Biloxi International Airport Wednesday afternoon. Dozens of community members, city leaders,…
Tributes continue to come in following the loss of beloved South Mississippi community leader Karen Sock. Sock spent much of her career in the gaming industry, including roles at the former Grand Casino in Gulfport, as well as Margaritaville. Sock…
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, CASA of South Mississippi hosted its annual Light of Hope event. Community members gathered…
Singing River Health System announces they are offering aquablation therapy. They are the first in the state to offer the procedure. This comes after the hospital system received a…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A two-vehicle accident on I-10 in Jackson County caused temporary traffic disruptions Wednesday before all lanes were reopened. The crash occurred near the 55-mile marker on the westbound side of I-10. According to initial reports, the…
In Mississippi, the IRS is offering some relief for Mississippi taxpayers, especially those impacted by the severe winter storm earlier this year in the northern part of the state. Because…
The U.S. House has passed a bill to honor fallen George County Deputy Jeremy Malone. House Resolution 6995 would designate the George County Post Office on Highway 198 in Beaumont as the Jeremy Malone Post Office. Deputy Malone was killed…
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- We’re a little more than a month out from a bond vote in Hancock County, with the school district seeking nearly $50 million…
Two major education bills are moving forward in Mississippi and they could soon change what students learn both in and out of the classroom.…
The Parkinson’s Foundation will be hosting a fundraiser this Thursday at four Coast Raising Cane’s locations. From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. all you have to do…
Ellen Leach, the founder of Mississippi Missing and Unidentified, has passed away after a battle with cancer. By day, Leach worked at Hobby Lobby in Gulfport,…
We’ve seen great progress with public education in Mississippi over recent years. Test scores have gone and the graduation rate has increased. One area remains a topic of…
Memorial Health System is celebrating a major milestone Tuesday. Dr. Umair Malik has completed over 100 Watchman procedures, helping patients reduce their risk of stroke and take…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- Drivers in D’Iberville should expect delays as a two-phase utility project begins along a busy corridor. Phase one of a two-phase construction project in D’Iberville is…
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- The 30th annual fishing rodeo turned a simple day of fishing into a lifetime of memories for special needs students in the Picayune School District.…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Lynn Meadows Wings Performing Arts Group is teaming up with the Beau Rivage for a fundraiser. ‘Dreams’ is taking place on April 23 featuring actors, singers, and…
The Rotary Club of Pearl River County hosted their 30th annual fishing rodeo designed to be an inclusive and memorable event for students with special…