Harrison County

Aggravated assault arrest

On July 18, 2018, the Biloxi Police Department arrested 55-year-old Bernard Matheny homeless in Biloxi on a warrant for aggravated assault. The warrant was issued by Justice Court Judge Bruce Strong as the result of an investigation into an assault…

Lighthouse Pier now officially open

Lighthouse Pier in Biloxi has officially reopened to the public. The pier has been closed since October after Hurricane Nate’s wind and waves destroyed the low-lying end of it and much of the planking and hand rails. The city had…

Summer camp jamboree

Summer camps on the Coast combined for a day full of activities at Jones Park. Kids were excited to jump in bounce houses, cool off in the splash pad, and meet slithering new friends. There was also time for ultimate…

Traffic plan for Blues over Biloxi

This weekend, tens of thousands of spectators are expected to head to Biloxi as the Blue Angels fly over the beach. Biloxi police are already gearing up for the added traffic that will no doubt come along with the popular…

Biloxi infrastructure project update

We’re now half way through the year and the East Biloxi infrastructure project is in its last six months before the December deadline. This afternoon, the Biloxi City Council approved adding 11 extra days to the contract for weather delays.…

Man arrested for human trafficking

A Gulfport man has been arrested for human trafficking. According to Sheriff Troy Peterson, 30-year-old Maxwell Phillips is being held on a felony charge of human trafficking after law enforcement conducted a search warrant in the Town Suites room 313…

A breach in the roof causes serve flooding at Humane Society

This afternoon, a breach in the roof of the Humane Society of South Mississippi in Gulfport caused severe flooding inside the building. At about 1 p.m., the staff at the Humane Society was first alerted of flooding inside a bathroom.…

Cinema by the Shore Friday in Jones Park

You and your family may want to surf on over to Jones Park this Friday for the second to last Cinema by the Shore. The City of Gulfport will host another free movie night under the stars starting at 6:30…

No boating zone for Blues over Biloxi

Blues over Biloxi is almost here and if you plan on taking in the show from your boat this weekend, the Department of Marine Resources has a few rules you’ll need to follow. There will be a no boat zone.…

Blues over Biloxi

Saturday and Sunday, the Blue Angels will soar over Biloxi Beach. The Blues over Biloxi air show will be centered off the beachfront near the Great Lawn between Harrah’s and Margaritaville. The event is expected to draw tens of thousands…

VFW Post 4526 honors our veterans

They’ve served our country overseas and are now on a mission back here at home. News 25’s Toni Miles introduces us to the new commander of VFW Post 4526 in Gulfport as he shares his vision for its members and…

Man wanted for commercial burglary

Biloxi police are asking for help finding a man who reportedly burglarized the Classy Chassis Carwash on Pass Road. The incident happened in June. Surveillance footage of the incident shows a white male suspect driving a maroon Ford SUV. Anyone…

Four years since the death of Janaya Thompson

It’s been exactly four years since Janaya Thompson of Gulfport went missing and her body was found the next day. News 25’s Lindsey Goodwin went to the location today to find out how the residents of the community are still…

Sensory Sundays at Lynn Meadows

The Lynn Meadows Discovery Center is making their facility more accommodating to autistic children. Once a month, Lynn Meadows opens their doors early for Sensory Sundays, a program for those with autism. From 10 to 12 they turn off the…

Freedom Ball

Veterans are held close by many people on the Gulf Coast and this shows especially well within the Crusaders for Veterans. On Saturday, they held their third annual Freedom Ball, a black tie event that honors those who have fallen,…

Assaulted while on the job

Caught on camera: an office manager at a car dealership in Gulfport was the victim of assault. On Tuesday, a woman who was upset about having her vehicle repossessed walked into Select One Auto Sales in Gulfport, demanding to have…

Biloxi man arrested for felony touching of a child

A man is in custody today on charges of sexual assault of a child. Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson announced the arrest of 40-year-old Arlan Morris of Biloxi. He’s facing two counts of touching of a child for lustful purpose…

Man in custody for firing gun inside Gulfport business

A former employee of Warren Pavement in Gulfport has turned himself into police after firing shots in a workplace shooting Friday morning. Fifty-five year-old Johnnie Lee Fulton was accused of firing a gun inside Warren Pavement. No one was injured…

New cookie inspired beer released Chandeleur Island Brewing Company

Chandeleur Island Brewing Company in Gulfport is merging two guilty pleasures: cookies and beer. Today, the brewing company released an oatmeal raisin cookie brown ale made with caramel malt, cinnamon, raisins, and oats. Chandeleur has been averaging one beer release…

New thrift store in Long Beach aims to bring aid

This morning in Long Beach, city leaders and community members came together to welcome a new business that aims to help those in need. The God’s Will Thrift Store is the newest outreach by Fatherless and Widows, a nonprofit that’s…

College Park neighborhood discusses crime

Crime prevention starts with awareness and that’s exactly what was on tonight’s agenda for College Park residents. Tonight Gulfport’s Ward Two Councilman Ron Roland hosted a community meeting alongside Gulfport police, allowing locals to speak out about their concerns. Petty…