Local first responders finalizing hurricane season plans
First responders are finalizing their plans as we head into hurricane season. They’re urging residents to have their own plans in place. We spoke with fire officials who say…
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Pascagoula Beach Pier set to reopen Friday
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Pascagoula residents and fishing fans have something to look forward to this weekend. The beach pier is set to reopen Friday following the completion of phase…
Stroke Awareness Month: Memorial Hospital highlights warning Signs, risks
May is Stroke Awareness Month and Memorial Hospital is sharing vital information on warning signs, risk factors, and treatment options. Strokes are one of the leading causes…
National Blood Clot Alliance brings Red Bus Tour to Gulfport to raise awareness
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The National Blood Clot Alliance Red Bus Tour rolled into Gulfport with a life-saving message to spread awareness. The National…
District Attorney, Senate Candidate Scott Colom discusses FEMA concerns ahead of hurricane season
As we near hurricane season, District Attorney Scott Colom stood at the Hurricane Katrina Memorial to warn Mississippians about what he called a…
‘Kind of a Big Dill’: Gulf Coast Pickle Fest coming to Pascagoula next month
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Gulf Coast is about to get a little more pickle-themed fun! The first-ever Gulf Coast Pickle Fest is coming to Pascagoula next month with…
Mitchell’s Motorplex in Perkinston temporarily closing
PERKINSTON, Miss. (WXXV)- Mitchell’s Motorplex in Perkinston announced they will be closed until further notice. The cause is an insurance matter that cannot be resolved. All scheduled events are pending…
Clocking In with Spencer: Spencer steps into tactical gear with Gulfport SWAT team
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Spencer is trading in the news desk for tactical gear on this week’s edition of Clocking in with Spencer. WXXV…
Gov. Reeves unveils Mississippi Statewide AI Framework to boost education and workforce development
Governor Tate Reeves announced Thursday that Mississippi is preparing students and workers for the future with a new focus on artificial intelligence. The…
Sail250 brings international military ships to New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS, La. (WXXV)- New Orleans will be playing host to military ships next weekend as navies from Chile, the Netherlands, America and others will be in the Crescent City.…
Southern Miss Gulf Blue Navigator Demo Day showcases innovation and technology
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Start-up businesses gathered at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center in Gulfport on Wednesday evening for Gulf Blue Navigator Demo Day, a chance…
Blow Fly Bar and Grill in Gulfport closing its doors
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A well-known Gulfport restaurant has once again closed its doors. Blow Fly Bar and Grill owner Jonathan Allen took to social media Wednesday…
Mark Your Calendars: Mississippi’s 2026 Shrimp Season Start Date Announced
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The Department of Marine Resources has set the opening date for the 2026 - 2027 shrimp season. State territorial waters open on May 26th at 6 AM. All regulations of MDMR will be in full force and full…
CTA announces bus reroutes for Octane Car Festival in downtown Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) — The Coast Transit Authority is alerting riders about street closures and route changes during the Octane Car Festival this weekend. The event is set for Saturday, May 23, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with portions…
Moss Point School District implementing clear bag policy for graduation
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Moss Point School District announced they will be implementing a clear bag policy for graduation. School officials warn that all gift bags are also subject to be searched. For more information on the clear bag…
Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System receive top marks in 2026 CMS report
The Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System is once again being recognized for top-quality care. According to a report from the Centers for…
Students explore opportunities at North Woolmarket Middle School Career Fair
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Career possibilities took over the hallways at North Woolmarket Middle School as students explored what their futures could hold. The campus was…
Hancock County residents approve $49M school bond
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The votes to renew a $49 million bond to pay for upgrades across multiple Hancock County school campuses have been released. Hancock County residents voted to approve the school bond issue. 1,347 ballots were cast and of…
Cedar Lake Bridge in Biloxi to close Thursday for emergency repairs
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Drivers in Biloxi should be aware as the City of Biloxi announces a temporary closure of Cedar Lake Bridge on Thursday, May 21. According to city officials, the bridge will be closed to traffic from 8 a.m.…
New juvenile crime law could send teen offenders to adult court
New juvenile crime legislation is set to bring major changes to Mississippi’s court system this summer. The Picayune Police Department is now warning parents and…
Harrison County School District leads state, raises $26K for heart health
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The American Heart Association is celebrating the Harrison County School District after it became the top participating district in the state through the…
Jazz in the Pass returns to Pass Christian
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- War Memorial Park in Pass Christian will be full of good tunes this Sunday. Jazz in the Pass returns for another year. Earl Washington…
Man arrested in Wiggins on sexual battery, child exploitation charges; investigation ongoing
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- A man has been arrested in Wiggins in connection to an ongoing sexual battery investigation. The Wiggins Police Department says Jesse Stiles was arrested and charged with one count of sexual battery and two counts of touching…
Pet of the Week: Darren is looking for a forever home
Every other Wednesday, we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us is Katie King to tell us…