Warnock makes history with Senate win as Dems near majority
Democrat Raphael Warnock defeated Republican incumbent Kelly Loeffler. The focus now shifts to the second race between Republican David Perdue and Democrat Jon Ossoff.
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Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter won’t attend Biden’s inauguration
It marks the first time the couple, 96 and 93, will have missed the ceremonies since Carter was sworn in as the 39th president in 1977.
Gone, but not forgotten: Legendary MGCCC Coach George Sekul passes
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community has lost a legend. Former MGCCC Head Football Coach George Sekul died at age 83 Monday at his home in D’Iberville surrounded by family. Sekul spent four years as an assistant coach…
Make-A-Wish delivers joy to Ocean Springs girl
One Ocean Springs girl now has a new place to play after the Make-A-Wish Foundation came together to give her a big surprise this afternoon. It’s a surprise fit for a princess! "We had no idea it…
Federal assistance available for businesses in South Mississippi
Hurricane Zeta hit just a little more than two months ago, but many South Mississippians are still reeling from the storm’s effects. Federal help is now available for South Mississippians hit by Hurricane Zeta. Mississippi Gulf Coast…
New resource center opens in D’Iberville
The Mental Health Association of South Mississippi has a new partnership with Big Ridge Baptist Church in D’Iberville, bringing more mental health awareness to homeless and low-income families who need help. The Pathway Resource Center at Big…
Coastal Family Health and Salvation Army give out flu shots
Coastal Family Health Center and the Salvation Army continue to help in the fight against COVID and the seasonal flu. Today, South Mississippians lined up to get flu vaccines at the Salvation Army Kroc Center in Biloxi.…
First day of COVID vaccine roll out at the Harrison County Health Department
There was a constant flow of traffic to receive the COVID-19 vaccine today as the start of phase 1A for administering the doses is in full swing. All healthcare personnel and those living in long-term care facilities…
Fort Bayou drawbridge in Jackson County temporarily closing
A reminder to Jackson County resident and travelers that there will be a temporary drawbridge closure in Ocean Springs tonight. Crews will be upgrading the Fort Bayou drawbridge on state route 609 in Jackson County. The repair…
Carnival Assocation of Long Beach votes to suspend 2021 Mardi Gras parade
The Carnival Association of Long Beach has a 60-year history of bringing revelry to the City of Long Beach. In September, the board of directors made the decision to suspend the annual coronation ball but allow time before a decision…
Long Beach School District announces Dr. Talia Lock as new superintendent
The Long beach School District Board of Trustees did not have to search long or far for its next superintendent. Monday night, the five board members approved Dr. Talia Lock to serve as superintendent effective July 1st…
Auditor arrests former Deputy Tax Collector in Jackson County for embezzlement
JACKSON, Miss. – Today State Auditor Shad White announced Special Agents from his office have arrested Colleen Ladnier, a former deputy tax collector in Jackson County, after she was indicted for embezzlement by a local grand jury. Ladnier is accused…
Biloxi PD searching for missing juvenile Azriel Griffis
Biloxi Police Department is searching for 15-year-old Azriel Griffis who reportedly ran away from the 12000 block of Old Highway 67. Griffis is described as being about 5’5” and weighs about 115 pounds and has brown hair.…
Body of Lucedale man found in Greene County
Greene County Sheriff Stanley McLeod reported that the body of a Lucedale man was found approximately seven miles south of McLain off Hwy. 57 at the Desoto National Forest roadside park. According to Sheriff McLeod, officers responded to the Desoto…
1/5 - Rob's Tuesday "Sunny & Cool" Afternoon Forecast
A lovely early January afternoon ahead with sunshine and above seasonal temps...
Mississippi Dept. of Health reports 1,767 new COVID-19 cases, 91 deaths Tuesday morning
(WXXV) — The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting an additional 1,767 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and 91 deaths as of Tuesday morning. In the southernmost six counties of Mississippi, the numbers of COVID-19 cases were as follows:…
1/5 - Rob Knight's Tuesday Mid-Morning Forecast
A cool start to the day with pockets of DENSE FOG affecting your commute...
How Mississippi healthcare workers can make an appointment for COVID-19 vaccinations
Who Is Eligible for Vaccination? Any healthcare worker, paid or unpaid, in any setting where they may be exposed directly or indirectly to COVID-19 patients or COVID-19 infectious materials. Healthcare workers include nurses, physicians, emergency medical services, technicians, pharmacists, dietary and…
Mississippi Dept. of Health releases timeline of phases for COVID-19 vaccinations
(WXXV) — Mississippi is following a phased approach to prioritizing COVID-19 vaccinations. As the Mississippi State Department of Health continues to receive and distribute both Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, they will be first distributed to healthcare workers and the residents…
2021 Mardi Gras on the Coast: Alternative events in the works
Carnival season begins Wednesday. However, like most things in the past year, 2021 festivities will look a little different than normal. Less than a week after Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich announced there will be no Mardi Gras parades in the…
Jackson County School District looks ahead to the next semester
Students in the Jackson County School District return to school tomorrow and the district’s superintendent sat down with News 25’s Grant Chighizola this afternoon to discuss his priorities for 2021. After making it through a fall semester…
Man wanted in New Year’s Eve shooting in Moss Point
Moss Point police are searching for a man involved in the New Year’s Eve shooting that claimed the life of 22-year-old Javantavous Davison. Twenty-one year-old Nathan Ramon Dubose is wanted for shooting and killing Davison in the…
Missing juvenile Camarria Carter found
According to Gulfport Police, Camarria Carter has been located and is safe.
Starting your health and wellness journey
It’s time to put the Christmas cookies and champagne toasts behind us and honor those health and wellness New Year’s resolutions. It’s the first Monday of 2021 and there’s no time like the present to step up…