Race book opens at the Palace Casino
This morning, the very first race book on the Coast opened at the Palace Casino in Biloxi. The addition of this race book comes on the heels of the opening of Contact Sportsbook in August 2018 and just in time…
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‘Thunder over the Sound’ disaster training
It was a bloody scene over in Biloxi this morning, but no need to worry. It was all for a good reason. Over 150 volunteers covered themselves in fake blood and wounds in an attempt to simulate victims of a…
Missing Person: Myracle P. Mateen
The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to locate a Runaway Juvenile/ Missing Person. The juvenile was last seen on April 10th 2019 in Gulfport but possibly in the 300 block of Benachi Ave. in the city…
Arrested for burglary
Early this morning, Biloxi police caught and arrested a man attempting to steal a car. Police say James Travis Owens fled the scene still in possession of some items taken from the vehicle. He was quickly captured soon after and…
East Biloxi Community Collaborative ‘needs assessment’
The East Biloxi Community Collaborative, also known as the EBCC, hosted a ‘needs assessment’ kickoff party to focus on what can be done to improve the area. This organization was created to help provide a better environment to grow and…
Man arrested for burglary, possession in Harrison County
A Gulfport man is facing multiple charges including one felony for allegedly stealing a car and lighting it on fire in Harrison County. Long Beach police arrested 29-year-old Jimmy Harsson, charging him with one count of burglary of a dwelling,…
Race book opening on Wednesday at the Palace Casino
On Wednesday, the Palace Casino will have the horses in the back by opening a new race book. The Gulf Coast’s first race book comes just in time for popular events like the Triple Crown races and the Kentucky Derby.…
Biloxi updates panhandling guidelines
Panhandler requirements in Biloxi will now see changes after some with the permits had criminal records. Biloxi Police Chief John Miller reported that a few panhandlers had criminal records ranging from drug charges to prostitution. The Biloxi police have been…
Local businesses excited about Howard Avenue
It’s been a long time coming, but the construction on Howard Avenue is finally over! Many local businesses in downtown Biloxi are extremely excited to finally see the light at the end of the tunnel. Although the streets are not…
Baby shower for military moms
Today in Gulfport, around one hundred new military moms and their little ones were honored in a pretty big way. Best-selling author of ‘What to Expect When You’re Expecting’ Heidi Murkoff was in Gulfport on Tuesday for a massive baby…
Locals react to the Notre Dame Cathedral fire
The Notre Dame Cathedral fire is resonating with people across the globe and even here in South Mississippi. An ocean away from France, but students in one Gulfport High School French class still felt the impact of the devastating fire.…
Arrested on a warrant for grand larceny-auto
The Biloxi Police Department arrested 38-year-old Korry Johnpatrick Breeland of Gulfport, MS on a warrant for Grand Larceny – Auto. The warrant was issued as a result of an investigation into the theft of a motor vehicle that occurred on…
Road closure expected in Gulfport
Heads up, Gulfport drivers! A road closure you should be aware of. Just off Pass Road, two miles east of Highway 49, the east and west bound lanes on 27th Street between 25th and 24th Avenue will be closed to…
Children’s Easter Festival
Wanting to host an Easter event for their community, the First Baptist Church of Long Beach stepped into action. The first Children’s Easter Festival took place at the Harper McCaughan Town Green. Games, food, and a petting zoo were all…
Spring Break on the Coast
The weather may have been a concern for some residents on the Coast, but not to the spring breakers. Thousands packed Biloxi Beach to celebrate Spring Break, battling the wind and some rain. Music, food, and fun were the themes…
Rollover accident injures two on I-10
A rollover accident on I-10 near the Woolmarket exit leaves two people injured. According to Biloxi police, around 4:30 Sunday afternoon a single-vehicle accident occurred, ejecting two people from the vehicle. Major Chris De Back says one person is alert…
Black Beach Weekend kicks off
The party must continue on the Coast as day two of Black Beach Weekend is underway. News 25’s Jaylon Morris has more.
Breaking barriers at the NCBC: Katie Morrison named first female security major
One woman at the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport is breaking barriers and living her dream. Katie Morrison always knew she wanted to be a police officer. “Since the time I was five, this has been my dream job.”…
Spring Break Weekend on the Coast
It is day two of the Black Beach Weekend festivities. News 25’s Jaylon Morris has more.
Walk-A-Mile in her Shoes
Every two minutes someone in America is a victim of sexual assault. Today, local men took a stand and slipped on some heels to literally walk a mile in her shoes. It’s not often that you see a group of…
Innovative Teacher Grants
Today a dozen Coast teachers were honored in a big way for their innovative ideas. For the 23rd year, Hancock Whitney and the Gulf Coast Community Foundation hosted their annual Leo W. Seal Recognition luncheon for local teachers with creative…
Spring Break weekend on the Coast
The weather may not be where we want it, but the party must go on. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood is in Biloxi as Spring Break Weekend has arrived on the Coast for another year.
Gaston Point community cleanup
Tomorrow, you can get your hands dirty and help the west Gulfport community look good as new. The West Gulfport Civic Club is hosting its Cleanup Day. They are asking all residents to join them by cleaning the area of…
Arrested on a warrant for robbery
The Biloxi Police Department arrested 36-year-old William Lee Pendergrass of Moss Point on a warrant for robbery. The warrant was issued as the result of an investigation into an attempted robbery incident reported in October 2018 in the 800 block…