Jackson County

One vehicle accident stalls traffic in Jackson County

If you were driving on I-10 east bound this morning near the Gautier-Vancleave exit you might have experienced some delays. A single vehicle accident involving an 18 wheeler blocked the right lane of traffic shortly before 8:30. No injuries were…

Shooting at Jackson County apartment complex

One man is recovering from a gunshot wound after a shooting at a Jackson County apartment complex. Deputies responded to an apartment complex on Tucker Road last night. Residents told deputies they heard a gunshot in the parking lot then…

Victims of Jackson County interstate crash identified

Officials have released the identities of those killed in yesterday’s crash on the interstate. The four people killed in the Ford Expedition were all from Mobile. Husband and wife Jacob and Diane Williams, Ruth Clark, and Takisha Mosely were all…

Man arrested by FBI in Jackson County

A man traveling from Mexico through South Mississippi was arrested by the FBI on Monday and charged with conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Just before 9 a.m. on May 22, 2017, officers with the South Mississippi Metro…

Jackson County police unite for Special Olympics Torch Run

Every year, officers from all five law enforcement agencies in Jackson County take part in the Special Olympics Torch Run. All together the route is nearly 12 miles long. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson caught up with officers to find out…

Former Jackson County deputy pleads guilty

A former Jackson County deputy pleads guilty to one count of unlawful sexual activity today. According to the Jackson County District Attorney’s Office, 36-year-old Bradley Davis of Moss Point was working at the adult detention center when he engaged in…

First responders honored in Jackson County

This evening in Jackson County, Keesler Federal Credit Union honored first responders at their annual celebratory dinner. This is the third annual dinner that’s been held in honor of the men and women who put their lives on the line…

Honoring fallen officers in Jackson County

Jackson County law enforcement spent the afternoon honoring several fallen officers. Several remembrance ceremonies took place near grave sites at the Serene Memorial Gardens in Moss Point. Pascagoula Police Officer Terry Michael Byrd was one of the individuals honored this…

Felony Escape Arrest Jackson County

A Lucedale man who escaped from a Jackson County Sheriff's Patrol Car with the help of a confidential informant last month is now behind bars in Alabama. Charles Mott was arrested in mobile last night and is charged with felony…

Jackson County pursuit ends in Alabama

The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department says a Moss Point man is behind bars for refusing to pull over on East Highway 90 around 1 this afternoon. Sheriff Mike Ezell tells News 25 the pursuit continued into Alabama on Highway 90…

Jackson County voting expected to run smooth

Election commissioners are preparing for the election in Jackson County and plan to have technical support on hand for voters. Multiple precincts experienced technical issues throughout the November elections in Jackson County. It was the first time the county’s new…

Jackson County Republican Forum

Tonight in Gautier, voters from across Jackson County had a chance to hear from Republican candidates. The Jackson County Republican Executive Committee held a forum at MGCCC’s campus in Gautier where candidates discussed their platforms and values while addressing problems…

Burglary suspects arrested in Jackson County

The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department solves two burglaries while investigating another in progress. Deputies responded to a burglary on Grey Avenue where they found 38-year-old Charles Martin allegedly breaking into a residence next to his home. While speaking to Martin,…

Jackson County Local Candidate Forum

Today Jackson County GOP organizations are hosting a political candidate forum. Jackson county residents will have the opportunity to meet the republican candidates running for elected office in the upcoming municipal elections. The forum will begin at 6 pm in…

Jackson County Sheriff’s Department sends off three new retirees

After decades of service, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is saying goodbye to three law enforcement officials. Friends, family and the sheriff’s department gathered for cake and good memories in Jackson County today. The ceremony was celebrating the retirement of…

Acadian and Jackson County supervisors finalize contract

Acadian Ambulance Service will stay in Jackson County for at least another four years. This came after a 3-2 vote by county supervisors today in favor of awarding a new four year contract with Acadian. Acadian’s contract with Jackson County…

Building fire in Jackson County

This afternoon in Jackson County, a building housing chemicals just north of I-10 caught fire. The owner of the building, Ronald Skelton, tells News 25 he previously used the structure for his boat building business. This morning, Skelton was working…

Jackson County murder suspect faces preliminary hearing

Today in Jackson County, murder suspect James Vanlaningham Jr. had a preliminary hearing for the charge of first degree murder of his girlfriend Amanda Hicks. The judge ruled there was enough evidence to send the case to a Jackson County…

Bond is set for former Jackson County martial arts teacher

A $40,000 bond is set for the Ocean Springs martial arts instructor accused of sexually assaulting a juvenile. Forty-eight year-old Allen Todd Pisarich appeared before a judge at his initial hearing this morning in Jackson County court. Pisarich is facing…

Part of Live Oak Avenue in Jackson County closed on Monday

A stretch of road in Jackson County will close on Monday as county crews make repairs. Live Oak Avenue in Gulf Park Estates, between Beachview Drive and North 4th Street, will be closed this coming Monday from 8:30 a.m. until…