The Mississippi Lottery Corporation on Friday made the March transfer of $9,942,264 in net proceeds to the Lottery Proceeds Fund in the state treasury. This brings the total amount deposited to the state to more than $37.5 million since launch…
In light of the Coronavirus outbreak, for some residents on the Coast, food insecurities are becoming a growing concern. With many people throughout the world worrying about contracting Coronavirus, some families here on the Coast are worrying about where their…
Harrison County Fire Rescue, Gulfport Fire Department, and Forestry Commission crews have been battling a large woods fire for six days. Several homes have been threatened near Canal Road and 28th Street, but fire crews have been able to protect…
Many local businesses are starting to find creative ways to honor the class of 2020 and one Long Beach shop has come up with a colorful way to do just that. Lois’ Flower Shop has been hard at work designing…
High school seniors across the Coast are still coming to terms with the fact they won’t be returning to school following Governor Reeves’ announcement on Tuesday. Seniors across the Coast are now coming to terms with the fact they won’t…
Thirty-five percent of small business owners across the United States say their business cannot survive more than three months in current conditions, according to a report released by the study group WalletHub. The empty parking lots and local shopping plazas…
On Thursday, April 16, 2020 at approximately 2:30pm, Officers responded to the 3600 block of Sangani Boulevard after receiving a call of a body floating in a pond on the north side of the roadway by two individuals fishing. D’Iberville…
More than a month ago, Italy went into a national lock down and for one local from the Gulf Coast, her world changed forever. Tonight, we have Rebecca Ross joining us from Milan where she’s currently been living under strict…
A one day drive-up testing clinic for COVID-19 was held today to allow residents to get tested from the comfort of their own cars. Memorial Hospital hosted this drive for those to be tested for the flu first and if…
Now that federal stimulus checks are beginning to arrive in bank accounts or mailboxes, the Biloxi Police Department is reminding residents to beware of scams. Biloxi Police Chief John Miller, appearing on the city's daily Be Prepared video, said police…
The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in identifying the vehicle and its driver wanted in reference to credit card fraud. The suspect vehicle appears to be an unknown older make and model vehicle, maroon in color, with large…
Jackson County residents who are in need of hand sanitizer will soon be able to get some thanks to local businesses. Family Frozen Foods has partnered with Merchants and Marine Bank to donate four drums of hand sanitizer to the…
April is ‘National Child Abuse Awareness Month’ and in the age of Coronavirus and social distancing, community awareness is needed now more than ever. CASA of Hancock County volunteers continue to do their part in helping children at risk of…
Jackson-George Library System is encouraging all library patrons to use free programs and services on their Facebook page found at Jackson George Library. In an effort to continue serving patrons during the COVID-19 crisis, the library system is offering Facebook…
The City of Long Beach has extended the citywide curfew until further notice. The curfew is in place from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. every day of the week.
Walmart is making it easier for customers who do not have traditional bank accounts (and rely on stores to cash checks) to access their stimulus payment – securely, affordably, quickly and safely. The retailer announced today that it has waived…
(WXXV) — The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting 267 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 3,624. MSDH is also confirming 7 new deaths as a result of the novel coronavirus. The death toll in…
(WXXV) — Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced that Sherwin Williams, a leading American manufacturer of paints, has donated 5,000 3M N95 masks to first responders across Mississippi. The masks are being distributed through First Responders of Mississippi (FROM), a non-profit…
Biloxi Police arrested 22-year-old Demontra Tayshun Keyone Tucker of Biloxi for two counts of receiving/possessing stolen property and one count of robbery. The arrest stemmed from an investigation into a vehicle burglary reported on April 14th in the 1800 Block…
The Mississippi Gulf Coast relies heavily on the tourism industry to drive its economy and now the Coast is taking a huge hit thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. When you think of tourism in South Mississippi you think casinos, beaches,…
Today, President Trump is speaking to all 50 governors to gauge when each state’s leader believes it will be best to reopen for business. While Mississippi’s reopening date has not yet been announced, one thing is for certain: our local…
How long does it take to put meals together for local heroes? News 25’s Grant Chighizola spoke to one community group who raced against the clock to serve up good food to first responders today in Gulfport. It was a…
School leaders are sharing their reactions following Governor Tate Reeves’ decision to close school buildings for the rest of the semester and school year. While students will not be returning to classrooms, the Gulfport School District will continue to serve…
JACKSON — Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced further efforts to support homeowners and first responders who are being stretched thin during the COVID-19 outbreak. Working with the Mississippi Home Corporation (MHC) and Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS), Governor Reeves…