Mississippi Aquarium reopens after Hurricane Ida
The Mississippi Aquarium opened again after initially closing for Hurricane Ida. The aquarium opened for free today as a way to bring the community together after Hurricane Ida. The aquarium…
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Prayer vigil for student injured in George County road collapse
George County High School came together to pray for senior Layla Jamison this evening as she remains in critical condition, undergoing multiple surgeries and fighting for…
George County High student injured in collapse
On their Facebook page today, George County High School announced one of their seniors was critically injured in the highway collapse. Layla Jamison was transported to USA Medical…
Highway 26 collapse leaves two dead, at least ten injured in George County
Two people are dead and ten more injured after a portion of a road collapsed in George County. Forty-two-year-old Jerry Lee of Lucedale…
Comeback Coolers prepare to help Hurricane Ida victims
Comeback Coolers will respond to Hurricane Ida this Saturday, September 4th. Currently they are accepting donations of packed coolers, kid coolers, and linemen’s buckets. Comeback Coolers provides support…
Ida's sweltering aftermath: No power, no water, no gasoline
By KEVIN MCGILL, CHEVEL JOHNSON and MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Louisiana communities battered by Hurricane Ida are now dealing with the possibility of weeks without power in the stifling, late-summer heat. Ida ravaged the region’s power…
Coast casinos reopen after Hurricane Ida
Casinos across the Coast closed on Saturday as Hurricane Ida approached. The Mississippi Gaming Commission went by each casino to verify there were no damages and they were ready to…
Tchoutacabouffa River flooding homes
After last night’s rainfall, the Tchoutacabouffa River crested this morning at 15.43 feet. The rain levels are more than seven feet over flood stage, but should slowly start to fall in to…
Traffic issues in South Mississippi
As evacuees head back to their homes following the storm, parts of South Mississippi are experiencing traffic issues. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department has been present at some off ramps and…
Arrest warrants issued for man who caused disturbance during live weather report
On August 30, 2021, at approximately 12:38 p.m., the Gulfport Police Department responded to a complaint that an MSNBC reporter was assaulted by a suspect who was traveling in a white Ford F150 truck on Highway 90 during the city-wide…
Harrison County beaches and Hwy 90 still closed
The Mississippi Department of Transportation has not reopened Highway 90. Conditions on sections of the highway remain hazardous. Non-official traffic on Highway 90 impedes MDOT’s ability to return Highway 90 to safe conditions. The Harrison County Board of Supervisors has…
Highway 26 collapse in George County
At least two people are dead and ten more injured after a portion of road collapsed in George County. News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf is in George County with more.
Train accident today in Biloxi; No injuries reported
Biloxi Police Department was notified of a train striking an 18-wheeler truck in the area of Bohn Street, Biloxi, MS. An individual driving an 18-wheeler truck was backing into Gulf Coast Produce, near Bohn Street in Biloxi. Before backing in,…
Sheriff cautions Harrison County residents to beware of phone scam
Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson on Tuesday warned residents that scammers are calling residents pretending to be deputies and demanding money via a cash app to pay for uotstanding warrants. Harrison County deputies will never call and solicit or demand…
Canton man sentenced to 40 years in aggravated assault, kidnapping case of Long Beach woman
A Canton man will spend 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to aggravated assault and kidnapping of a Long Beach woman, District Attorney W. Crosby Parker announced today. Kevin Gentry, 40, pleaded guilty to two counts of aggravated assault…
US 90, sand beaches remain closed following Ida
The Mississippi Department of Transportation has not yet re-opened U.S. 90 following Hurricane Ida. Conditions on sections of the highway remain hazardous. Non-official traffic on Highway 90 impedes MDOT’s ability to return the roadway to safe conditions. Also, the Harrison…
Powerball winning numbers for August 30th, 2021
Here are the winning numbers for tonight’s Powerball draw. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
CASH 3 draw winning numbers for August 30th, 2021
The CASH 3 draw winning numbers for August 30th are: 6-4-0. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
Governor Reeves talks to Mississippi in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida
Earlier today, Governor Tate Reeves went live on his Facebook page to answer questions regarding the aftermath of Hurricane Ida. Reeves addressed Mississippians along with…
Memorial’s emergency response teams are ready to serve
Memorial Hospital took necessary safety precautions to care for COVID patients as well as emergency patients brought in with injuries from Hurricane Ida. For the next several days,…
Extreme flooding in Moss Point neighborhood
In Jackson County, residents had to evacuate their homes as streets became flooded after heavy rains from Hurricane Ida. Jackson County Fire and Rescue and Escatawpa Fire Department are taking…
Residents rescued by emergency services in LaPlace, Louisiana
Crews are rescuing people by the dozens in the town of LaPlace, Louisiana today. High water vehicles are a common sight in this neighborhood after rain from Hurricane…
Storm emergency responses in Hancock County
As Hurricane Ida took its toll on Hancock County Sunday, emergency response agencies in the area worked through the storm to make sure residents stayed safe. Despite major flooding, storm…
Update on Coast Casino hours of operation
Coast casinos are announcing updated hours of operation after Hurricane Ida. Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday, August 31st, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. The Beau Rivage Resort and Casino will reopen on Tuesday, August 31 at 2pm with…