Gateway Project construction continues in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-Progress is being made when it comes to construction work for the Long Beach Gateway Project. Crews started some demolition work Wednesday and fencing is being…
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WXXV Storm Ready Preparedness Special
WXXV’s Storm Ready Hurricane Preparedness Special airs for the first time Wednesday and then two more times this week. Ryan breaks down the forecast and speaks to professionals in our community…
Special legislative session now underway in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- Both houses of the State legislature are meeting in special session to pass a state budget, nearly two months after the regular session ended. The proposed…
Hippie Fish Hosts Hiring Event Ahead of Summer Opening at Centennial Plaza
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — A brand-new family entertainment center is making its way to the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and they're hiring now. Hippie Fish, a vibrant new venue…
State Senator Mike Thompson discusses Special Session
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- There will be a flurry of activity up at the state capitol in Jackson on Tuesday. Governor Reeves has called lawmakers back for a special session.…
Pelican Pound Program kicks off in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce, Main Street, and Tourism Bureau is relaunching its signature Pelican Pound program for the upcoming summer. This beloved…
Pascagoula Police warning against social media post claiming female officer is missing
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Police Department is warning the public about a social media post making its rounds. The post says that a…
Special session called by Governor Tate Reeves
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- Governor Tate Reeves has called a special session of the Mississippi Legislature. The session is scheduled to begin at 11 Wednesday morning. A proposed budget has…
Suspect charged with aggravated assault, shooting into a dwelling in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Jackson County man is recovering from non-life-threatening gunshot wound following a shooting incident in Vancleave. According to Jackson County Sheriff John Ledbetter, deputies responded to a home on Burney Road where they found the victim…
Four teenagers arrested in connection to a drive-by shooting in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Four people have been arrested in connection with a drive-by shooting in Jackson County. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department has arrested and charged 18-year-old Corey Shanks and two juveniles, a 16-year-old and 15-year-old in this case.…
The Crew behind Jeepin The Coast sets up for Wednesday's kick off
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) - Over in Long Beach, the crew behind Jeepin the Coast is gearing up for the start of their event on Wednesday night. This year,…
One week out from Municipal General Elections
We are exactly one week away from Municipal General Elections in South Mississippi. While many races were effectively decided in the primary elections in our region, a few major…
Avenue of Flags Memorial Day Ceremony in Gautier
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The American Legion Post 1992 and the City of Gautier hosted their annual Avenue of Flags Ceremony at the Veterans Tribute Tower outside city hall.…
Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony at Biloxi National Cemetery
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- People gathered at Biloxi National Cemetery for an official wreath laying ceremony on Memorial Day. This was also followed by remarks from South Mississippi military…
Search underway in Natchez, MS for escaped New Orleans inmate
NATCHEZ, Miss. (WXXV) - A search is currently underway in Natchez, Mississippi for one of the escaped inmates out of New Orleans. This was confirmed by the Adams County Sheriff's Office. According a local media outlet, the Concordia Parish Sheriff's…
Community gathers for St. Clare Catholic Church Seafood Festival
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- The annual St. Clare Catholic Church Seafood Festival in Waveland wrapped up with a big fireworks show Sunday night. The church grounds overlooking the…
Gulf Coast Oyster Cook-off and Festival took place over the weekend
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- This past weekend was prime-time for some notable South Mississippi festivals, including the annual Gulf Coast Oyster Cook-off and Festival in Biloxi.…
Harrison County first responders recognized at annual Rotary Safety Awards
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Some Harrison County first responders were recognized for the difference they’ve made for others in their line of work. The Rotary Club…
Four injured in boating accident on Pascagoula River
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Four people were injured in a boating accident Sunday on the Pascagoula River. According to Jackson County Fire Protection, it happened where the river…
Renee Bievenour named WXXV and Huntington Learning Center Teacher of the Month for May
BILOXI, Miss (WXXV) — Every month, WXXV teams up with Huntington Learning Center to honor one deserving Teacher of the Month in South Mississippi. May's incredible…
Road rage incident in Ocean Springs over the weekend
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- A violent road rage incident over the weekend in Ocean Springs leaves one man injured and another facing felony charges. Ocean Springs police…
Three out five remaining inmates out of New Orleans captured; two found in Texas
On Monday, three out of five of the remaining inmates out of New Orleans have been captured. Leo Tate and Jermaine Donald were arrested in Walker County, Texas by the Texas Department of Public Safety. Tate was facing charges of…
Southern Miss Coastal Summer Camps Lineup to Provide Unforgettable Experiences for All Ages
By: Gabriela Shinskie Southern Miss summer camps provide an experience like no other right along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Housed at the Marine Education Center (MEC) in Ocean Springs, Miss., young participants can enhance their knowledge of the coast through…
Southern Miss Hosting Mississippi Cyber Initiative Summit June 10-11
By: Dr. David Tisdale The University of Southern Mississippi Office of the Vice President for Research, partnering with the Mississippi Cyber Institute, will host the Mississippi Cyber Initiative Second-Quarter In-Person Summit June 10-11 at the Trent Lott Center on the…
