A Hancock County grand jury has cleared a Hancock County deputy involved in a shooting in December 2022. The state Attorney General issued a statement Monday morning announcing the…
It’s fun to see a wild animal, but what if you could safely touch one? One animal sanctuary in McHenry gives you that chance. Wild Acres gives visitors…
Coast residents now have access to an urban forest in Long Beach. The City of Long Beach held a press conference for a new urban forest now open to…
Local Italian Americans and the community gathered for a day celebrating Italian culture in Biloxi. The Gulf Coast Italian American Cultural Society held a family game day at…
A Lucedale man died Friday in a one-vehicle crash in George County. George County Sheriff Mitchell Mixon said deputies were called to the 1200 block of CCC Road on Friday about 8:37 p.m. for a one-vehicle crash. The driver, 24-year-old…
Wild Acres Hands-On Animal Experience, offers a unique opportunity to interact with a variety of exotic animals. The facility hosts a range of events and specialized experiences that cater to both…
A Hancock County grand jury has cleared a Hancock County deputy involved in a shooting in December 2022. The state Attorney General issued a statement Monday morning announcing the grand jury found that there was "no criminal conduct on behalf…
On Sunday, Handsboro Baptist Church celebrated 150 years of worship in Gulfport. The special day was one of spiritual awakening for its members and a historical milestone as the oldest…
"We had such a great foundation here in Soria City. It was a strong sense of community and love here in the community. The people here, were instrumental in all our lives,"…
Stepping into Downstage Productions Theatre in Gulfport, it's easy to see that the small production group has had plenty of success by the show posters lining its back wall. The theatre's latest show?…
Metallica’s foundation, All Within My Hands (AWMH), continues its multimillion-dollar investment in critical workforce programs at community colleges nationwide. Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College has been invited to return in the initiative’s sixth year, making this the third year MGCCC…
Jackson-George Regional Library System invites you to celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday! Throughout August, join Smokey Bear at your local library to learn about wildfires and the environment. Engage in reading activities, earn badges and prizes, and take action to…
A Mandeville, Louisiana, man died in a late-night crash on Highway 607 in Hancock County. A Volkswagen driven by 38-year-old Sarah Saunders of Pearl River, Louisiana, was traveling southbound on Highway 607 when it collided with a Chevrolet truck driven…
BILOXI, Miss. – Officials with the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources announced the opening for recreational fishing season for Gray Triggerfish. The season will open in Mississippi territorial waters on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024, at 12:01 a.m. local time. Visit the…
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer- involved shooting involving Gulfport Police . the incident happened Saturday when officers responded to Church Street on a call for service. Upon arrival, officers encountered a subject who pointed a weapon…
The University of Southern Mississippi’s (USM) School of Polymer Science and Engineering (SPSE) hosted the National Science Foundation-funded Research Experience for Teachers Site (RET), providing local high school teachers the opportunity to participate in sustainable materials research for six weeks in laboratories…
(Gulfport, MS) - Due to the repair of a sewer cave-in, the City of Gulfport has issued an ‘Extended Road Closure’ for the citizens and businesses of West Magnolia Street between Courthouse Road and Cleveland Avenue. Courthouse Road, Commerce Street,…
Memorial Health System held a graduation ceremony Friday morning for nurses in its externship program. 12 nursing students from Mississippi receiving recognition for completing the program. The program allows nursing students…
The Gulfport City Council voted Friday to approve new precincts for future city elections ahead of a looming deadline. The city faced a July 31st deadline to get…
Eric Cooper, the Soria City Civic Organization president, joins WXXV News 25 to discuss Saturday's historical marker unveiling for Soria City.
Graduates from one local workforce development school spent the day fixing up a local park in Biloxi. The KOPC Workforce Development offers a free craft…
Improvements to one Biloxi sports complex are coming along nicely. Work at the AJ Holloway Sports Complex is nearing completion. The Biloxi Parks and Recreation Department is hoping to…
All the way from Australia, two TV stars make their appearance! Bluey and Bingo make their appearance at the Mississippi Aquarium on August 10th. Guests will be able…
We have some exciting news here at WXXV News 25 to share with you this evening. A familiar face to South Mississippi is returning to the…