Residents vote on Jackson County School District bond
Jackson County School District residents are headed to the polls today for a special election regarding a facility. News 25’s Grace Boyles has more.
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Harrison County coroner needs help identifying fatal crash victim
Harrison County Fire Rescue and the Coroner’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying a victim of a fatal car crash that caught fire last Friday. The truck is believed to be a Chevrolet Silverado…
One injured in shooting at Payless Motel in Pascagoula
Pascagoula police are investigating a shooting that occurred at a motel earlier this morning. Police Chief Matt Chapman said in a press release that officers responded to a call about shots fired at the Payless Motel around…
Central Bible Church offering free clothes for those in need
The Central Bible Church is reopening their Clothesline for those in need. The Clothesline provides clothes to everyone and even carries professional attire. They hope they can help those needing clothes for job interviews and they even…
WXXV-TV chosen as finalists in five categories for Mississippi Association of Broadcasters Excellence in Broadcasting Awards
WXXV-TV has been chosen as finalists in Best News Anchor, Best Weather Anchor and Best Sports Anchor for the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters Excellence in Broadcasting Awards. News, Weather and Sports! Taylor Rubach- Best News Anchor Rob Knight-Best Weather Anchor…
Reflecting on a busy tax season
This year’s tax filing deadline has come and gone and now local tax experts on the Coast are reflecting on a season impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. At Sue Richardson Accounting in Gulfport, they say the days…
What’s next for medical marijuana in Mississippi?
Last Friday, the Mississippi Supreme Court overturned a medical marijuana initiative that voters approved in November. In their ruling, justices said the process for Initiative 65 was outdated. Therefore, Initiative 65 should have never been on the…
Budweiser Clydesdales to parade in Ocean Springs, mayor says
The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales will finish the stop on the Coast with a parade through Ocean Springs, the city's mayor said. Mitchell Distributing, which handles Budweiser among its distribution product lines, announced on May 11 that the draft horse team…
Pascagoula police investigating shooting at motel
Pascagoula Police are investigating a shooting that occurred at a motel on Tuesday morning. Police Chief Matt Chapman said in a press release that officers responded to a call about shots fired at the Payless Motel about 11:40 a.m. When…
Mississippi to open red snapper season on Memorial Day weekend
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources has announced the opening of red snapper season for private recreational anglers and state for-hire vessels will be 12:01 a.m. May 28, 2021, with an anticipated mid-season closure date of July 5, 2021, at…
Mississippi abortion case to be heard by U.S. Supreme Court in October 2021
For the first time since the landmark decision of Roe V. Wade, in which the U.S. Supreme Court ruled the decision to terminate a pregnancy in the first trimester falls under a woman's right to privacy, the…
Police have located "armed and dangerous" person in connection to Gulfport shooting
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Gulfport Police have located the person believed to be responsible for a shooting last week. On Thursday, May 13, 2021, officers with the Gulfport Police Department responded to an area hospital after receiving a call about…
Rep. Palazzo introduces bill to rename Biloxi post office in honor of fallen officer
Congressman Steven Palazzo introduced a bill that would designate the United States Post Office at 135 Main Street in Biloxi as the “Robert S. McKeithen Post Office Building.” McKeithen died May 5, 2019, when he was shot while standing beside…
Mississippi lawmakers: Revive initiatives, marijuana program
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Some Mississippi lawmakers say they want Gov. Tate Reeves to call them back to the Capitol for a special session to revive the state’s initiative process. Others want a chance to quickly revive discussion of a medical…
Homeowner catches suspect during burglary attempt at Harrison County home
A Harrison County homeowner caught a man allegedly trying to steal a car part and held him for deputies. Sheriff Troy Peterson said John Thomas Cearley, 50, of Long Beach, was charged with one count of possession of burglary tools…
Peter Anderson Festival accepting online applications for annual fall event
The 43rd Annual Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival, scheduled for Nov. 6-7 in downtown Ocean Springs, is accepting online applications for consideration to the fall festival. Applications and all required information for the largest fine arts festival in the…
Father-son argument in Saucier leads to shooting, arrest
A man arguing with his father is now in jail after he allegedly pulled a handgun and fired into the vehicle where his father was. Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson said in a press release that Kelsey Munell II, 40,…
Hancock County kicks off capital campaign for The Arts with Mardi Gras in May
Come join The Arts, Hancock County for our inaugural Gala to officially kick-off The Arts 2.0 Capital Campaign and to celebrate our new community Arts Center. The Gala’s theme is “Mardi Gras in May” and will be held 7 p.m.…
Suspect charged in Sunday morning shooting in Gulfport
An argument that escalated into a shooting resulted in one person being sent to the hospital and the other to jail. About 4:13 a.m. Sunday morning, Gulfport Police responded to a local hospital in reference to a complaint of a…
Supreme Court agrees to take up Mississippi abortion case giving court opportunity to reconsider Roe v. Wade
WASHINGTON (WXXV) — The Supreme Court has agreed to take up a major abortion case that will give the court an opportunity to reconsider Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey. Bans on abortion prior to viability have been…
Bacot McCarty Jolly Gala Reception took place at the Grand Magnolia Ballroom
It’s finally Jolly Time once again! After a year hiatus due to COVID, the Bacot McCarty Foundation’s fundraising event of the season is back. This evening at the Grand Magnolia Ballroom in Pascagoula, community members gathered together…
South Side Rydaz Motorcycle Club hosting 'Cruisin' for Cancer' awareness event
For several years, the South Side Rydaz Motorcycle Club has kicked up their stands to ride for cancer awareness. This Saturday, the motorcycle club will continue their tradition at the Biloxi Light House and riding 45 minutes…
Plaza Community Living Center celebrates Nursing Home Week-
The Plaza Community Living Center in Pascagoula celebrated Nursing Home Week today. This year’s annual celebration gave residents and their families an opportunity to be together again for one of the first times since the pandemic. Sitting…
Singing River Health System celebrates Hospital Week
Singing River pulled out all the bells and whistles for Hospital Week. This week at each of the Singing River Hospitals along the Coast included employees from clinics, offices, and partners to take part in an appreciation…