Voting machines put to the test ahead of 2026 primary elections
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Election Commission put voting machines to the test ahead of the upcoming March primary. The testing began at…
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Community Action of South Mississippi offers free tax prep
A reminder as tax season continues, Community Action of South Mississippi is offering free tax preparation for low to middle income families. Anyone making up to $67,500…
Second Liners Mardi Gras Parade set to roll in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Second Liners Mardi Gras Club is hosting their parade on February 14. Parade Committee Co-Chair Yolanda Green joins us with the details.…
Wiggins man sentenced in church arson case in Stone County
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- A Wiggins man convicted last September to setting fire and vandalizing a Stone County church learned that he will spend three decades behind bars. The 30-year federal prison sentence for 37-year-old Stefan Rowold was handed down after…
Pet of the Week: Destiny is looking for a forever home!
It’s time to shine a light on a pet up for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Adoption Coordinator Maridee Mallette is here to…
March of the Mayors donation drive begins
Extra Table’s March of the Mayors campaign has officially kicked off. We’re learning more about which item each city is collecting. Cities across the six southern counties are collecting…
Harrison County extends donation drive for winter storm victims
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County’s donation drive for winter storm victims in North Mississippi has been extended through this Friday. You can drop off bottled water,…
Mardi Gras parade preparations begin in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Public works crews in Biloxi were hard at work getting city hall ready for some of the city’s upcoming parades. The viewing stand is going up…
MS AG, law enforcement push for new laws addressing gang violence
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Attorney General and law enforcement groups are pushing for the legislature to pass two bills aimed at addressing gang-related violence.…
Popp's Ferry Bridge seeing intermittent closures this morning
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- Popp's Ferry Bridge will see intermittent lane closures today. The closures are in effect from 10 AM to 3 PM. Crews will be on site to perform maintenance on the bridge decking.
Walter Anderson Museum of Art science and art field trips for students
The Walter Anderson Museum of Art is taking learning beyond the classroom with science and art field trips. Katy Simmons-Carroll and Elaine Dent join…
Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport hosting 'Will you be our JAG-Lentine' meet and greet event
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport is hosting a special interest meeting on February 10. Mimi Pippins and April Hoyt join us with more. The ‘Will…
Friday marks National Wear Red Day
This Friday is the American Heart Association’s Wear Red Day. How exactly can you take part? Christian LeBoeuf and Eric Brown join us with the details.
2/2 - Warmer on Tuesday with the chance for rain returning
Mostly cloudy and mild tonight with temperatures in the mid 40s. Tuesday turns warmer with some afternoon sunshine and highs in the low to mid 60s, then rain moves in late Tuesday night…
Krewe of Little Rascals parade rolling through Pascagoula
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)-The City of Pascagoula is hosting their children’s parade this weekend. On Saturday, the Krewe of Little Rascals takes to the streets. The kids will line…
Governor Reeves visits storm-damaged counties
Governor Tate Reeves spent much of the day Monday visiting the hardest hit areas from the winter storm. Reeves visited with National Guardsmen in Tishomingo County, a warming center in Alcorn…
Woodside Wildlife Rescue in Pass Christian releases rehabilitated Bald Eagle
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- A rescued Bald Eagle is getting a second chance at freedom on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. After months of rehabilitation, the bird was released back…
TSA rolls out new $45 ID fee for travelers without Real ID
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- If you’re planning to fly soon, a new TSA policy would mean paying extra just to get through security. Passengers who…
Biloxi Children’s Walking Parade takes place this weekend
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The Biloxi Children’s Walking Parade is rolling on Saturday. The parade takes place at 10 a.m. Children 12 and under will head down Howard Avenue on…
Jackson County Fire Protection honors former department chief
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection team shared details from a funeral procession honoring a former department chief. Albert Lechner passed away on January 25…
Jackson County Sheriff's Department investigating dog fighting operation in Vancleave
VANCLEAVE, Miss. (WXXV)- Three people are charged in Jackson County as the sheriff’s department investigates a dog fighting operation in Vancleave. During the course of the investigation, deputies executed a search warrant and seized 67 dogs, two goats, one horse,…
Remembering Lt. Michael Boutte five years later
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Sunday marked a somber anniversary for the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office. It was five years ago that Lt. Michael Boutte was shot and killed in…
Weekend fires in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County Fire Rescue responded to two separate fires this weekend. Crews were called out to a shop fire that was threatening a nearby home on Sunday.…
Two 18-year-olds, juvenile arrested in Steeplechase Drive shooting
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- There are new details in the Wednesday shooting in a neighborhood off Landon Road in Harrison County. Two 18-year-olds and a juvenile have now been charged in this case. Kyron James is charged with one count…