City of Ocean Springs auctioning surplus equipment
Today, the public got to preview Ocean Springs city property up for auction tomorrow. Ever wanted to buy a police-issue Crown Vic? The Ocean Springs Public Works Department is…
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100 Men Hall hosting Reggae Jamaican style event Saturday
This year marks the 100th year anniversary of the 100 Men Hall and to celebrate they are hosting a Reggae Jamaican style event. On Saturday, guests will…
Watch for bird eggs on the beaches
As spring breakers make their way to the Gulf Coast, the Pascagoula River Audubon Center urges Coast visitors to keep an eye out for our avian friends. Our least…
Local law enforcement prepares for traffic influx
Black Beach Spring Break Weekend has returned to South Mississippi with a major influx in visitors anticipated. Local law enforcement is offering safety and traffic tips to keep events…
Deputies pushing up for Special Olympics
Today at Rock N’ Nutrition in Escatawpa, Jackson County sheriff’s deputies were collecting donations for Special Olympics Mississippi. For every dollar donated, the deputies will do one push up. On…
Pass kindergarten students count on learning, fun at egg hunt
The kindergarten team at Pass Christian Elementary School turned an annual event into a lesson in sharing while the children had fun. Each year, the team organizes an Easter Egg Hunt. This year, parents and family members donated more than 1,200…
Expect heavy Spring Break traffic on Highway 90 in Biloxi
A quick reminder about Spring Break traffic, Biloxi police are reminding drivers to try to avoid Highway 90 this weekend. The cones are already out on…
Arkansas man sentenced to 33 months for ammunition possession by a felon
An Arkansas man was sentenced to 33 months in federal prison for being a convicted felon in possession of ammunition, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced today. Victor Cody Rosillo, 26, was traveling through Mississippi on October 6, 2020 when he…
Jackson County sheriff identifies murder-suicide victims, shooter
Four people are dead as a result of an apparent murder-suicide arising from a domestic incident that happened overnight in the Latimer community, Sheriff Mike Ezell said. Ezell identified the murder victims…
Mississippi Lottery Draw April 7th, 2022: CASH 3, CASH 4, and Match 5
Here are the winning numbers for tonight’s lottery draw. CASH 3: 1-4-7 CASH 4: 0-3-5-4 MATCH 5: 21-22-28-29-35 All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
Easter Egg-Stravaganza hops back to Gulfport
To spread a little Easter cheer, the City of Gulfport held their Easter Egg-Stravaganza this evening. Two years ago, it didn’t happen and last year it was just a drive-thru,…
Hancock County CASA hosted their 9th annual Light of Hope ceremony
Hancock County CASA hosted their ninth annual Light of Hope ceremony tonight to raise awareness for abused and neglected children in our community. Tonight, CASA…
Sheriff’s Department aware of shooting threat at Hancock High
Another shooting threat was made online, this time aimed at Hancock County High School for tomorrow. Hancock County Sheriff Ricky Adam tells News 25 that he and…
Renowned sea turtle expert from New England Aquarium assists with surgery at Mississippi Aquarium
The journey of Fog, an endangered Kemp's ridley sea turtle, probably started somewhere in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico, although juvenile turtles can live as far north as Nova Scotia. But in December 2020, Fog was found…
South Mississippi celebrates National Beer Day
Today is National Beer Day and News 25 celebrates by going to one of our local breweries on the Coast to discuss the state of craft beer in South Mississippi.…
Students at St. Stanislaus are taking class outside and to the water with oyster farming, an elective offered at the high school.
Students at St. Stanislaus are taking class outside and to the water with oyster farming, an elective offered at the high school. The hope is they walk away with valuable knowledge…
Nicholson Avenue Road Work Update: Contractor discovered poor soil
In the City of Waveland, Nicholson Avenue, south of CSX Railroad tracks, is closed for repairs in the 100 block. When the paving contractor removed concrete panels…
Local Rabbit Rescue brings awareness to pet care as Easter approaches
As Easter approaches, the Johnson Bunny Haven in Saucier warns against buying bunnies for children. They may be cute and cuddly with big ears and…
CASA Light of Hope event
Raising awareness for abused and neglected children in our community, CASA is hosting their annual Light of Hope event tonight. News 25’s Sabria Reid has more.
Ex-Picayune cop gets 30 years for producing child pornography
A Picayune man was sentenced Wednesday to 30 years in federal prison for producing a video of a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct, the FBI said in a press release. Court records show that Joshua Christopher Stockstill, 29,of Carriere,…
Easter Egg-Stravaganza at the Gulfport Sportsplex
Little ones in Gulfport may want to hop on over to the Gulfport Sportsplex tonight. Rain earlier this week postponed the city’s Easter Egg-Stravaganza, pushing the event to tonight. All…
Expect heavy traffic and limited parking along Highway 90
With the festivities scheduled, the Biloxi Police Department is anticipating heavy traffic along 90 all weekend. They’re asking the public to be patient and use alternative routes…
Moss Point High security increased after threat sent to district
Moss Point School District added extra security to its high school campus today in response to a written threat of a school shooting. According to JaLeasa…
Suspect in Jackson County shooting turns himself in
A suspect in a shooting case at a Forts Lake home in Jackson County turned himself in to the Jackson County Sheriff's Office on Thursday morning. Sheriff Mike Ezell said the shooting happened about 7 p.m. Wednesday after two man…