JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV) – The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reports the second and third presumptive positive cases of coronavirus or COVID-19 in Mississippi. Final verification will come from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). One case…
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — An inmate at the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman has been pronounced dead. News outlets report the 42-year-old man was found unresponsive in his cell Thursday afternoon. The Mississippi Department of Corrections has not identified the…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — Several concerts and events along the Mississippi Gulf Coast have been canceled or postponed due to concerns over the spread of coronavirus. The Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center announced Thursday all concerts scheduled for the…
One local business is going above and beyond to help some of the victims of the Nashville tornadoes. Having grown up on the Coast, Austin Chandler knows that community support in times of disaster can be crucial. “We are all…
Two worlds collide: that of a Saucier sculptor and her hero, Biloxi native and astronaut of Apollo 13 fame, Fred Haise. Mary Ott Tremmel Davidson’s been spending a lot of time with Fred, but her husband has been quite supportive.…
The weather is always a concern when it comes to Biloxi’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, but it looks like the luck of the Irish is on their side. According to city leaders, this weekend’s parade will still roll on…
Local businesses in South Mississippi are doing their part to help prevent the spread of the Coronavirus. Gulf Coast Business Furniture and Supply Company in Gulfport is selling items to local businesses and customers looking for supplies at this time.…
The City of Waveland has announced the cancellation of their St. Patrick’s Day Parade for this weekend. The City of Waveland’s parade was set to take place March 14th. They will be postponing the annual WCA St. Patrick’s Day Parade…
The Gulfport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing person, Connie Brown Derbigny, of Gulfport, MS. Derbigny is described to Police Officers as a black female, 58 years old, she is 5’6” and 160 lbs. Derbigny…
The Gulfport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing person, Ebony Moenique Magee, of Gulfport, MS. Magee is described to police officers as a black female, 15 years old, she is 5’03” and 95 lbs. Magee…
The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to locate a 63-year-old man who has been reported missing. Charles R. Dobbs was reported missing on March 11, 2020. He was last reportedly seen in the 400 block of…
The SSC Area 11 Special Olympics Games at Infinity Science Center have been cancelled amid Coronavirus fears. The event was scheduled for Saturday. In a statement, officials say “the health and well-being of athletes, volunteers, families, and friends is our…
The final three shows of the spring leg of the KISS ‘End of the Road’ Tour are being rescheduled out of an abundance of caution. Tulsa, OK will now be Sunday, October 4th at BOK Center; Biloxi, MS will now…
Out of an abundance of caution and concern for the health and welfare of all involved, Ocean Springs School District Superintendent Dr. Bonita Coleman announced that the district’s job fair scheduled for March 14th has been canceled. This decision is…
MEMA is assisting the Mississippi State Department of Health in its response to the Coronavirus. As with weather emergencies like hurricanes and tornadoes, MEMA is also prepared for health emergencies. They’re urging residents to prepare for COVID-19 as they would…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — All concerts at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center have been canceled for the remainder of March due to concerns over the spread of COVID-19. The announcement comes shortly after the Mississippi Department of Health…
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV) — Some sporting events are being canceled due concerns over the coronavirus. Conference USA announced Thursday, March 12, a suspension of all spring sports competition, effective immediately, until further notice. The decision was made in an effort…
Misinformation continues to circulate social media regarding coronavirus, so it is important to know what is true and what's not. News 25's Kristen Anzuini helps separate fact from fiction and give you some tips on precautions you can take to stay…
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV) — Mississippi’s eight public universities have modified the schedules for the spring semester classes to inhibit the spread of the coronavirus. “The health and safety of our students, faculty and staff are paramount,” said Dr. Alfred Rankins…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The grand opening of the Mississippi Aquarium has been delayed. In a press release Thursday, the Mississippi Aquarium, the City of Gulfport, and the Gulfport Redevelopment Commission announced they are revising the opening date of the…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — One man is behind bars for sexual assault of a 17-year-old girl, according to authorities. Sheriff Troy Peterson announced the arrest of 35-year-old Nickolas Dewayne Shults of Gulfport on a felony charge of Sexual Battery. According…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — One woman is behind bars after she reportedly stole a tool box. The Biloxi Police Department arrested 35-year-old Sarah Elizabeth Taylor of Gulfport on a warrant for grand larceny. The warrant was issued as the result…
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Gulfport residents gathered at the 19th Street Community Center for a community meeting. Some parents in ward one are interested in welcoming a Boys and Girls Club site to the area to hopefully accommodate families and prevent students from having…