Tornado safety on the Gulf Coast
Tornado activity in Mississippi is on the rise, a threat people on the coast don't see often. News 25's Brooke Parker tells us more.
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Diamondhead holding special election for Ward 4
A special election is being held in Diamondhead this month. Four candidates have now been certified, looking to become the newest Diamondhead city councilmember. Brigitte B. Becker, Austin, Clark, James A. Marble, and Peter Yanez are the four candidates running…
Court denies attempt to overturn death penalty sentence
A man found guilty of capital murder and sentenced to death in 2010 attempted to overturn the ruling for a second time. Timothy Ronk was found guilty for the August 2008 killing of Michelle Craite, a 37-year-old Biloxi woman. Ronk…
MEMA Encourages Mississippians to Prepare for Winter Weather and Extreme Cold
PEARL, Miss. (MEMA) – The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency urges Mississippians to prepare for potential winter weather and extreme cold next week. Residents should be prepared for potential ice, cold temperatures, and possible prolonged power outages. As an arctic blast…
EEI announces Mississippi Power as Emergency Response Award Recipient
Gulfport, Miss. – Mississippi Power today was announced as an Edison Electric Institute Emergency Response Award recipient for the company’s response to seven consecutive days of severe weather across its service territory culminating with a devastating EF-2 tornado in downtown…
Former Gautier officer sentenced for using city gas card for personal vehicle
A former Gautier police officer was sentenced for using a city gas card to pay for fuel for his personal vehicle. Eric Maye was sentenced in Jackson County Circuit Court to 5 years of house arrest and 5 years probation…
Miss Mississippi takes home a win in preliminary competition
Miss Mississippi Vivian O’Neal took home a win in the first preliminary competition at Miss America. O’Neal was one of five winners in the fitness competition. Previously,…
Second Pediatric Flu Death Confirmed in ’23-24 Flu Season
The Mississippi State Department of Health has confirmed a second pediatric flu death in the state. This is the second pediatric death confirmed for the 2023-2024 flu season. A pediatric death is defined as the death of an individual under…
Memorial Health System Announces Chief Nursing Officer
GULFPORT, Miss. – January 11, 2024 – Mary Brobst, MSN, RN, has been named Chief Nursing Officer of Memorial Health System. Brobst has more than 14 years of experience in hospital administration and close to 30 years of experience in nursing.…
Governor Reeves issues executive order for day of official mourning for Deputy Malone
Governor Tate Reeves issued an executive order proclaiming a day of official mourning in the State of Mississippi. This executive order states all flags of the United States and the State of Mississippi to be flown at half-staff on all…
Biloxi kicks off Mardi Gras with 12th Night Celebration
Last night, the City of Biloxi marked the beginning of Mardi Gras season with the 12th Night Celebration. In an event that was postponed due to last…
Tax season officially starting the last week of January
As the calendar turns, so does the impending arrival of tax season. It's that time of the year when individuals and businesses alike are…
Students revamping garden at Woolmarket Elementary School
Students at Woolmarket Elementary recently received a generous donation from Mississippi Power to curate its school garden. Woolmarket Elementary is reviving its once-vibrant garden. Thanks to…
Coastal woman shares what it's like to be unsheltered during the winter
As temperatures continue to drop, organizations across the Gulf Coast are working quickly to prepare unsheltered people for the cold. It's hard to imagine…
Improvements coming to Fort Bayou boat launch and fishing pier
The Old Fort Bayou boat launch and fishing pier will be closing for a construction project. Contractors will begin improvements on Monday, January 15. The facility…
Crash on Highway 49 in Gulfport
A three-car crash caused traffic to back up on Highway 49 on Wednesday afternoon. The crash happened near the intersection of Highway 49 and South Swan Road around 1 this…
With sub-freezing temperatures forecasted, CenterPoint Energy provides tips to save energy and stay safe while keeping warm
Biloxi, Miss. – Jan. 10, 2024 – Over the coming days, significantly colder temperatures are expected throughout Mississippi, with many areas of the state forecast to see below-freezing temperatures. CenterPoint Energy is reminding customers about simple energy-saving and safety steps to…
18-year-old arrested for two counts of drive-by shooting in Biloxi
Biloxi Police arrested 18-year-old Jayjuan James Myshawn Cooley for two counts of Drive-by Shooting. The arrest is the result of an investigation into an incident reported in the 200 block of Graham Ave. in which two residences were struck by…
Grammy Award-winning musician coming to Poplarville
The Brownstone Center for the Arts will be putting on a concert on January 23. The concert will take place at 7 PM. The big name being featured is Grammy Award-winning and Multi-Dove award winner David Phelps. The Brownstone Center…
USPS Facility in Gulfport Selected for Potential Network Investment /Modernization Efforts
GULFPORT, MS — As part of a $40 billion United States Postal Service (USPS) investment strategy to upgrade and improve processing, transportation, delivery networks and employee experiences across the country, USPS has selected its Gulfport Processing and Distribution Center (P&DC)…
MDMR calling anglers for survey
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is undertaking a pilot study to gain more accurate information on the state's recreational fishing effort. Everyone is encouraged to participate and can expect phone calls as early as this week. Calls will come…
Gender reveal for hyena taking place this Saturday in Hattiesburg
If you aren't busy this weekend, visitors to the Hattiesburg Zoo can participate in a gender reveal for a hyena cub this Saturday at 11. The…
Road Closure in the area of Tegarden Road extended
The City of Gulfport has extended the “Road Closure” due to a sewer cave-in, impacting citizens and businesses in the area from Tegarden Road between Silver Lane southward to Township Road and South Railroad Street. White Street, Perry Street, South…
Hangout Music Festival Announces Lineup for 2024 Festival May 17-19 in Gulf Shores, Alabama
JANUARY 10, 2024 (GULF SHORES, AL) -- Hangout Music Festival is excited to reveal its 2024 lineup, featuring an eclectic group of artists set to perform on the white sand beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama this May 17-19. Headed into…