10/13 - Rob Knight's Tuesday Mid-Morning Forecast
A nice start to the day as a weak dry front overhead is pushing SE...
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47-year-old inmate convicted of manslaughter dies in Jackson
JACKSON, MISS. (WCBI) – An inmate convicted of manslaughter and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon dies in prison. Mississippi Department of Corrections says 47-year-old Krysta Lesherri Chewe died Sunday at Merit Health Central in Jackson. MDOC says Chewe had already been hospitalized there once this year. Chewe was sentenced in December of […]
MEMA releases preliminary Hurricane Delta damage reports
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency releases preliminary Hurricane Delta damage reports. Those early reports are coming in from southwest Mississippi. Adams County, where Natchez is located, is reporting damage to 27 homes. Three of those houses were destroyed. One business had major damage. Claiborne County had six homes impacted. Jefferson, Lincoln, and […]
National Metastatic Breast Cancer Day is October 13th
While the entire month of October is known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 13th is dedicated to metastatic cancer awareness. Tomorrow, all across the world, over 115 buildings, bridges, and monuments will be illuminated in green, teal, and pink…
Toys for Tots in Jackson and George County event will be drive-thru this year
Toys for Toys in Jackson and George County will be operating a little different this year due to COVID. The Jackson and George branch started collecting toys and donations on October 1st and will continue to accept donations until the…
CASA members rally for Harrison County Board of Supervisors
CASA members held a rally this morning, thanking the Harrison County Board of Supervisors for their support in issues with the youth court. The rally started out in front of the Second Judicial Court in Biloxi and they marched over…
10/12 Ryan's "Dry Front" Monday Evening Forecast
Delta is gone though the tropical moisture lingered, just to be pushed out by our first of two fronts this week tomorrow morning.
LuAnn Pappas named ‘Coast’s Most Influential Woman’ at Success Women’s Conference
She heads up one of South Mississippi’s most popular casinos, now LuAnn Pappas has landed another top spot. Pappas, CEO of D’Iberville’s Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, has been named the Coast’s Most Influential Woman. The award was announced at this…
Gulfport Fire Department looking for new recruits
Looking for employment? Here’s a hot job offer! The Gulfport Fire Department is looking for ten new recruits. If you’re interested check out the City of Gulfport’s website and you’ll find the listing under the employment tab. They’ll have a…
South Mississippi Regional Center hosting Job Fair Tuesday in Gulfport
COVID has forced a number of South Mississippi businesses to shut down and rendered some people in our area jobless. If you’re looking for a job and enjoy serving the needs of others, you may want to check out a…
Jackson County School District votes for return of virtual students
Jackson County School District’s 1,200 virtual learners will return to school tomorrow as a result of the Jackson County Board of Education’s decision. On October 6th, the Jackson County School District Board said virtual students will return to in person…
Trump Victory hosts Mississippi Republicans to discuss senate confirmation hearings
Trump Victory hosted Mississippi Republicans on a press conference call this afternoon to share their reactions to Amy Coney Barrett’s first day of confirmation hearings. Mississippi GOP President Frank Bordeaux and Mississippi U.S. Representative Michael Guest both spoke in favor…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Pan-Hellenic Council hosting virtual voter education forum
If you still have questions about the voting process, absentee or early voting, and what’s all on the ballot for this year’s election, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Pan-Hellenic Council will take care of it. They’re hosting a voter education forum…
Vicari Auto Auction took place at the Coast Convention Center
The Vicari Auto Auction was held this weekend as part of Cruisin’ the Coast events. Hundreds of bidders filled the convention center all the while adhering to social distancing protocols. Food, drinks, and merchandise were sold inside the auction throughout…
24th annual Cruisin’ the Coast comes to an end
The 24th annual Cruisin’ the Coast has officially come and gone. The events wrapped up Sunday starting with closing ceremonies at Gulf Coast Centennial Plaza. Cash prizes were given away and the winner of the Cruisin’ the Coast raffle car…
Cruiser holds car close to his heart
Thousands of cruisers flock to the Gulf Coast for Cruisin’ each year and nearly every one of them has an interesting story to tell. There’s no shortage of cool and unique cars at Cruisin’ the Coast and there’s something different…
10/12 - Rob Knight's "Cold Front" Afternoon Forecast
Plenty of sunshine and HOT temperatures heading into this afternoon...
10/12 - Rob Knight's Mid-Morning "Workweek" Forecast
A warm and humid start with areas of DENSE FOG for your morning commute...
She was arrested on a misdemeanor and died in jail. MBI is investigating.
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has been called in after a Vancleave woman died in the Jackson County Jail on Friday. Sheriff Mike Ezell said Jennifer Carol Foster, 50, was arrested Friday by Ocean Springs…
Mississippi child molestation suspect is arrested in Arizona
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Federal authorities say a Mississippi man accused of child molestation has been arrested in southern Arizona. They announced Sunday that 62-year-old Augustus Brook was taken into custody by U.S. Marshals in Tucson. Authorities say Brook allegedly…
2 drown in rip currents in Northwest Florida over weekend
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WXXV) — Two people are dead after drowning in rip currents at beaches in Northwest Florida over the weekend. Red or double-red warning flags were flying along the coast throughout the Florida Panhandle, signaling the waters were closed…
Classy Chassis in Gulfport offering ‘Haunted Car Wash’
If you’re asking yourself where you can get a good car wash and a good scare this Halloween, a local Gulfport car wash has you covered. Classy Chassis on Highway 49 is holding a haunted car wash every Friday and…
Old Cars, fresh faces! Cruisin’ Krewe has a new group of volunteers
Cruisin’ the Coast is all about antique and vintage vehicles, but this year you’re sure to see quite a few new faces to greet you. Known as the Cruisin’ Krewe, some new recruits are helping out and serving as volunteers…
Cruisin’ the Coast at Edgewater Mall
Today at Edgewater Mall, Cruisin’ the Coast was in full swing for yet another day. The location featured three live performances by Charles Grant, The Martini Shakers, and the Chee Whiz. Cruisers were chilling out at the relaxed setting for…