JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi education leaders have released statewide graduation numbers for the last school year. MDE says nearly 91 percent of Mississippi High School seniors graduated in 2024-2025 with a seven percent dropout rate. Compared to the 2023-2024 school…
There’s always a need for blood across the country and the state. Denise Smith with the American Red Cross joins us to discuss the importance of giving…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Singing River Health System welcomed nearly 40 new nurse residents as part of its Spring 2026 Nursing Residency Cohort. The program serves as…
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County Sheriff’s Office is investing in the next generation of public safety leaders through a hands-on youth program designed to educate,…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- A Mobile County man is facing federal drug charges after a chase that went through Jackson County this morning. Jackson County Sheriff’s investigators tell us Letonyeo Watson is now being held for the FBI on those charges.…
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- George County sheriff’s investigators are releasing new details about an ongoing death investigation. The investigation stems from a shooting nearly a week ago in the Central community. Deputies received a 911 call about a domestic violence…
One Gulf Coast nonprofit organization is continuing its tradition of giving back through a bead drive in the aftermath of Mardi Gras. The North Bay…
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Over in Pearl River County, sheriff’s investigators are releasing new details about a drive-by shooting earlier this month. The shooting happened…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The two victims killed and three injured in the deadly crash on I-10 in Jackson County have been identified. On Wednesday, Mississippi Highway Patrol, along with other emergency personnel, responded to the fatal accident on I-10…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. WXXV News 25’s Brynne Baxley spoke with a local nonprofit who is…
There are a few blood drives happening along the Coast. The Blood Center will be hosting a blood drive on Thursday at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Bay…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Memorial Health System a community resource expo this Saturday. That expo is happening at the Biloxi Civic Center from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. It’s…
Patchy fog develops tonight and lingers into early Thursday as mostly cloudy skies and mild temperatures hold, with highs climbing into the mid to upper 70s through Friday. Rain chances increase late…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport Police Department has named a new deputy police chief. Clayton Fulks was just named to the role, following the retirement of outgoing Deputy…
For the fifth consecutive year the legislature has failed to restore the ballot initiative that gives Mississippians the right to vote on issues. The…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Children at the Applegate Early Learning Center in Biloxi enjoyed a visit from special guests Wednesday. It was a day full of smiles,…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Opening Day for the Biloxi Shuckers is in 48 days. Ahead of that, 228 Day is being celebrated at Keesler Federal Park with a free movie.…
The Dragon Boat Festival takes place in April, but teams are encouraged to start registering now. Janae Heath from United Way of South Mississippi joins us with more. The Dragon…
The Legacy Business League is hosting Black History Month events throughout the remainder of February. Leanna Morgan Saucier joins us with the details. For a full list of…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Due to ongoing shipment delays from the state’s Alcoholic Beverage Control warehouse, local stores are struggling to keep products on the…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Ash Wednesday services filled the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary as worshippers gathered to celebrate the start of Lent season.…
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County Economic Development Partnership hosted its fifth annual Black History Month celebration luncheon. This luncheon honors local leaders, reflecting…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- Parade goers lined the streets of Downtown Biloxi for the annual Gulf Coast Carnival Association Parade on Fat Tuesday. It is one…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Law enforcement agencies responded to a fatal crash near Exit 50 in Jackson County Wednesday morning. According to Mississippi Highway Patrol, the crash involved a prisoner transport van from Florida and a utility truck. Two of…