Author John Green visits Southern Miss
Award-winning fiction writer and philanthropist John Green visited the University of Southern Mississippi for University Forum. You may know him for his popular book-turned-movie ‘The Fault in our…
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Construction set for Mississippi Songwriters Performing Arts Center in Gautier
More development on the way for the City of Gautier! Construction will begin on the Mississippi Songwriters Performing Arts Center early summer 2024. The anticipated completed construction date is late winter 2025. MSPAC should be ready to open in early…
Catastrophic damage to Slidell after Tornado hits the city.
Thankfully there were no major injuries or fatalities but as you can see the damage is quite extensive. Severely damaged buildings, downed power lines, and fallen trees are all visible along Old Spanish…
Damage from the severe weather in Slidell
Slidell, Louisiana was also damaged by the severe storms that impacted the Gulf Coast. News 25 is on scene and we have a look at some of the damage.…
Hail falls behind home in Woolmarket
Here is footage of hail in the Woolmarket community. This home is located about three miles north of the interstate. You can see the hail bouncing off the grass.
Flooding on Highway 90 in Gulfport
Storms that passed through South Mississippi today caused flash flooding along Highway 90 this morning. This is a view of cars passing through between the Mississippi Aquarium and Jones Park.…
Home struck by lightning, damages car in Gulfport
Shaina Barnett posted on our Facebook page that a lightning strike hit her home on Alcede Lizana Road in Gulfport. You can see from the photos the damage…
Hancock EMA responds to storm damages
Emergency Management crews in Hancock County are busy trying to restore power and clear roadways of debris. Crews at Hancock Emergency Operations are working hard to asses the damage of…
Storm damage in Kiln
Severe weather brought about multiple tornado warnings along the Coast. News 25's Brooke Parker is in the Kiln and tells us what the damage is looking like there.
Mobile home destroyed in Gulfport
A mobile home on Moran Road in Gulfport was destroyed in Wednesday's severe weather. No one was inside when the home was toppled and flipped several times, according to the family.…
Flooding and damage reports around South Mississippi
WXXV is gathering flooding and damage reports from around South Mississippi. We'll report them as we get them. If you have damage to report, please send the information to news@wxxv25.com. Gautier reported areas of Old Spanish Trail flooded on Tuesday…
TRAFFIC ALERT: CRASH ON I-10 BEFORE HIGHWAY 49/GULFPORT EX 34A WESTBOUND
MDOT is reporting a crash on I-10 before Highway 49/ Gulfport EX 34A. Drivers can expect delays westbound. The traffic impact is moderate.
Storm reports in South Mississippi
Our team coverage of this weather system begins with a live report from Hancock County. WXXV’s Austin Lindsey has been in Hancock County all morning and has a live report for…
Structure catches fire after lightning strike in Gulfport
Gulfport Fire Chief Billy Kelley says they are working a structure fire on 34th Street. The fire is under control, but Chief Kelley says the cause of the fire was lightning strikes. There were no injuries reported. News 25 will…
Weather related photos
A viewer sent us video of hail impacting parts of Bay St. Louis and Waveland this morning. In Bay St. Louis and Waveland, a deluge and pea-sized hail came down about 10:30 this…
Saferooms opening Wednesday due to weather
Due to anticipated severe weather Wednesday, April 10th, saferooms will open in areas around the Coast. The Poplarville Community Saferoom, located at 124 Rodeo Street, will open at 8:00 AM and will remain open until the threat of severe weather…
TRAFFIC ALERT: FLOODING ON I-59 AT MS 43 S/ PICAYUNE/ KILN EX 4
MDOT is reporting flooding on I-59 at MS 43 S/ Picayune/ Kiln EX 4 in Pearl River County. The roadway is impassable. Drivers should seek an alternate route.
Power Outages across the Coast
As of 5:10 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10th: Coast Electric is reporting 3,469 customers with power outages in their area. Mississippi Power is reporting 436 customers with power outages in their area. Pearl River Valley Authority is reporting 66 customers…
Schedule changes at Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport
Due to weather in the area, some flights scheduled at Gulfport Biloxi International Airport have been changed. Delta Airlines flight 5367 arriving from Atlanta was scheduled to arrive at 4:22 p.m. and is now scheduled to arrive at 4:40 p.m.…
Bill to establish Purple Alert for missing with cognitive disabilities passes
A bill that will establish a Purple Alert for missing people with cognitive disabilities has passed the Legislature. House Bill 873 passed the House 121-0 with one person absent and passed the Senate 50-2 with two absent on Monday. Once…
Mississippi Senate blocks House proposal to revise school funding formula
BY EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi lawmakers are unlikely to create a new funding formula for public schools this year, after senators blocked a House proposal Tuesday — an action that creates tension during the final weeks of a four-month…
Closures due to weather threat
Due to potential severe weather in our area on Wednesday, businesses and events have announced scheduled changes. The Adult Daycare at The New Lyman Senior Center will suspend services Wednesday and will resume on Thursday! Gulfport Harbor Market at the…
School schedule changes due to weather
In anticipation of severe weather potential, schools around South Mississippi have announced scheduled changes. The Picayune, Pearl River Central, Poplarville, and Heritage Christian Academy Schools will be closed on April 10th, 2024 due to inclement weather. George County School District…
What to expect when attending a show at Gautier's The Sound amphitheater
The City of Gautier broke ground on the Sound Amphitheater over a year ago, and it is finally ready to welcome hundreds of fans…