A caregiver is accused of taking money from a victim's bank account without permission. Biloxi Police Chief John Miller said 54-year-old LIsa McGhee of Biloxi was charged with exploitation of a vulnerable person. She was taken to the Harrison County…
A fireworks-free zone will once again be marked off on the beach on July 4. The zone will stretch along the beach from Oak Street to the Biloxi Small Craft Harbor. While enjoying the fireworks display on July 4, be…
In his start against the Colorado Rockies, Ocean Springs alum Garrett Crochet jumps to the top of the MLB ranks as the new…
On Sunday night, Pass Christian's very own Cory McGee competed in the final heat of the US Women's qualifying round for the 1500 meter. Although…
A Gulfport native with the Elmwood Gymnastics Academy is now a Junior Olympian! Tyse Love was in "gymnastics city" last week for all things Olympic…
Feels-like temperatures in South Mississippi on Monday were well over 100 degrees, with many more days of extreme heat on the way. This can be concerning for families, especially…
The 4th of July is this Thursday! Folks are going to be shooting off fireworks to celebrate America’s birthday. To ring in the moment, firework stands are setting up ahead…
If you're looking for a little fun, the New Orleans Aquarium is hosting some familiar faces! Animal Crossing is teaming up with aquariums across the country for…
Some exciting news from our favorite musical trio! Chapel Hart announced today they will be releasing a new album at the end of the month. The best part is…
Some exciting news for News 25 General Manager Don Moore, he was honored with the John Harral Spirit of Rotary Award! The Spirit of Rotary is rooted in service. The organization says Don is always one of the first people…
According to the Family Research Council, attacks on churches and their congregations nearly doubled in 2023 -- and this is why the Wiggins Police Department is encouraging their…
Welcome WXXV News 25’s newest Reporter Lucas Warren to the South Mississippi team! He comes to us from North Carolina, but has New York City roots. Lucas wants to know everyone on the Coast, if you see him out reporting…
The Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs hosted its annual ‘Stay Safe and Play Event’ on Sunday. The 3rd annual event was geared towards teaching…
The state Medical Examiner's Office is conducting tests on a body found in Pearlington on Friday. Hancock County Sheriff Ricky Adam said the lab is taking DNA from the remains found near 9th Avenue should help identify the person. Adam…
The City of Long Beach kicked off Independence Day Festivities with its second annual Fourth of July Jubilee. It was an all-day affair at the town green with a…
One organization in Moss Point is hosting an inaugural school supply drive. The Link Family Resource Center is collecting supplies to benefit families in Jackson, George, and Greene Counties. An Amazon list was created, allowing the public to donate for…
In preparation of the upcoming 4th of July celebration, tents and stands selling fireworks are beginning to appear. The main focus of this holiday is enjoying our freedom with loved…
BY EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Updated 10:53 AM CDT, June 28, 2024 Share JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi is enacting several new laws, including one that says sign language courses may replace foreign language courses for students to earn credit toward high…
GULFPORT, Miss. – Families of all ages will be able to enjoy a very special breakfast experience during Mississippi Aquarium’s Pancakes for Penguins July 6, 7, 13, and 14. This experience will feature a catered pancake breakfast by Brick & Spoon, penguin…
JACKSON, MS (June 27, 2024)— The Mississippi Public Service Commission, on June 13, 2024, approved a new area code to be assigned to the same area occupied by the 662 code. The new area code is 471. According to the…
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) is excited to announce Thursday, July 4th is a "Free Fishing Day”, offering residents the opportunity to enjoy fishing without a license on any public water throughout the state. MDWFP encourages…
BISSELL Pet Foundation is prompting a national call for adoption by hosting it’s Summer National Empty the Shelters™ event from July 8-31, 2024, at 390+ organizations in 4 states. This effort has helped more than 253,000 pets find loving homes,…
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service announced today tax relief for individuals and businesses in Mississippi that were affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding that began on April 8, 2024. These taxpayers now have until Nov. 1, 2024,…
DIAMONDHEAD, MS ─ What if everyone in the community read the same book, then joined together to discuss it? This is the core idea behind a new “community reading” program that will launch, officially, on July 1, 2024, in Diamondhead.…