4/13 - Rob Knight's "Rain Moving In" Afternoon Forecast
A complex of t-storms moving in from the west could provide for SEVERITY this afternoon...
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Turkey Creek named one of nation's most endangered rivers
A clean water advocacy group has named Turkey Creek one of the nation's 10 Most Endangered Rivers, a report released today says. American Rivers, established in 1973, works to protect wild rivers, restore damaged rivers, and conserves clean water for…
Mississippi State Dept. of Health instructs providers to stop using Johnson & Johnson until new guidance provided by CDC, FDA
(WXXV) — Early Tuesday morning, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a statement recommending a "pause" in the use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine "out of an abundance…
FDA, CDC recommending "pause" in use of Johnson & Johnson vaccine, citing rare blood clots
9:00 AM UPDATE: Doctor Thomas Dobbs, Mississippi State Health Officer said Tuesday morning, “MSDH is instructing all physicians, clinics and hospitals to refrain from using Johnson and Johnson until additional guidance available from CDC and FDA.” He went on to…
Virtual 'Walk A Mile in Her Shoes' Event This Week
For the second year in a row, the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence will be holding its annual “Walk A Mile in Her Shoes” event virtually due to COVID-19. GCCFN is asking people from across the Coast to join them…
Local Reaction to the Fatal Shooting of Daunte Wright
Like the unrest the death of George Floyd brought to Minnesota and the entire nation last year, the death of Daunte Wright is sparking similar upset. Biloxi NAACP President James Crowell voiced his concerns about the relationship the black community…
CRAWFISH MUSIC FESTIVAL IMPACTS LOCAL BUSINESS
The 28th annual Crawfish Music Festival is two days away. Local seafood business Bradley's Cajun Quick Stop is looking forward to tourists and their taste for Mississippi seafood. At Bradley's Cajun Quick Stop in Long Beach, it's been a rough…
Gautier Mayor Phil Torjusen stops by WXXV, discusses new developments in the city
Mayor Phil Torjusen stopped by News 25 today to discuss two recreational developments that have broke ground in Gautier. Bacot Park on Ladnier Road is getting a face lift. The renovations include a baseball field, football fields, splash pads and…
Haise statue expected to be unveiled in November
Biloxi's statue of Apollo 13 astronaut Fred Haise should be ready for its unveiling in time for his birthday weekend this fall, according to a press release from the city. A preliminary look at the statue, which will be placed…
4/12 - Rob Knight's "Sunny & Mild" Monday Afternoon Forecast
A most excellent Monday afternoon ahead with warm temperatures and sunny skies...
Jackson County Sheriff's Department investigating fatal Friday night shooting
A Jackson County man died Friday night after being shot. Sheriff Mike Ezell says around 10:30 p.m., deputies answered a 911 call at a home in the Virginia City community north of Ocean Springs. They found 29-year old Joseph Aaron…
Gulfport woman charged with aggravated assault in shooting case
Gulfport Police on Friday arrested 20-year old, Michelle Marie Gavins and charged her with three counts of aggravated assault in connection with a shooting. About 7:15 p.m., officers responded to the 1100 block of 30th Avenue in reference to a…
Attendance is on the Upswing at Popular Gulfport Attraction
It was a little rainy throughout parts of South Mississippi Friday, but that didn't dampen the enthusiasm of locals and visitors alike visiting one South Mississippi attraction. The line was long as the doors opened at Marine Ocean Adventures Park…
South Mississippi Allergy Doctor Weighs in on Spring Allergy Season and New State Law Set to Go Into Effect
The rain gave allergy sufferers at least a small measure of relief Friday, but we're not out of the woods yet when it comes to spring allergy season here in South Mississippi. Spring has sprung, and for those of us…
Prince Philip, husband of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, dies at 99
LONDON (AP) - Buckingham Palace officials say Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II, has died. He was 99. Philip spent a month in hospital earlier this year before being released on March 16 to return to Windsor Castle.…
First day of South Mississippi Music Festival kicks off
A brand new music festival kicked off today at the Harrison County Fairgrounds, just in time for spring break. Families and music lovers gathered for the South Mississippi music festival, with the artist Juvenile featured as the headliner for the…
Warming Up at Downstage Productions Theatre in Gulfport for Shows to Take Center Stage Once Again: Little Women Set to Debut This Weekend
Local cast and crew are warming up for a big show! Little Women: The Broadway Musical, is set to take place center stage at Downstage Productions Theatre in Gulfport this weekend and next. Living the dream-that's just…
Harrison County TRIAD/SALT Council Honor Those Making a Difference
On Thursday, the Harrison County TRIAD/ SALT Council took time to honor those making a difference in the Harrison County community by hosting their Annual Banquet for Outstanding Volunteers in the community at Woolmarket Prime of Life Center. George Byrd,…
PEDESTRIAN STRUCK AND KILLED IN BILOXI
The Biloxi police department is investigating a fatal pedestrian-vehicle accident that happened near Pass Road last night around 9pm. The victim was found on Pringle Place in Biloxi. The driver involved in the accident has been cooperative with police and…
LOCAL GUN SALES IMPACT ON BIDEN GUN CONTROL
After President Biden's press conference this morning on gun control, dad's super pawn in Gulfport had an increase in customers buying guns and gun accessories. Customers purchased everything from revolvers to semi-automatic rifles, ammunition, scopes and other gun accessories. Lines…
Upholding Constitutional Rights, Integrity and Strong Borders: Mike Ezell's Official Announcement in Bid for Mississippi's 4th District U.S. Congressional Seat
It's official. Jackson County Sheriff and long-time South Mississippi law enforcement officer Mike Ezell has announced his next intended move in public service. On Wednesday, Ezell formally announced he is running for Mississippi's 4th District Congressional Seat…
Primary election results by city
Here are the election results in municipal election primaries held Tuesday, according to our media partner, The Sun Herald. Winners are listed in bold type. Where there is a runoff, both candidates are in bold. If the election is to…
Melanie Allen and Kenny Holloway to Advance to April 27th Runoff for Ocean Springs Mayor, Ward 3 Alderman Runoff
Five Republicans squared off for the Republican nomination for Mayor of Ocean Springs in Tuesday’s primaries – Melanie Allen, Frederick “Chic” Cody, Summer Devrow, Jeff Guice and Kenny Holloway. Melanie Allen and Kenny Holloway will face each…
Jeramey Anderson, Billy Knight Head to Runoff for Democratic Nomination in Moss Point Mayoral Race
Over in Moss Point, a heated race Tuesday for the Mayor's seat now that former Mayor Mario King pleaded guilty of one count of federal charges in court, and was removed of his mayoral title, giving the seat to Ward…