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Reaction to lawsuit related to Bonnet Carre Spillway

Reaction is coming in following Attorney General Jim Hood’s announcement yesterday of the state’s intention to sue the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers over the Bonnet Carre Spillway openings. Dr. Moby Solangi with the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies in…

‘Terror on the Coast’ Blood Drive

While visiting ‘Terror on the Coast’ today you could help save a life. This year, ‘Terror’ organizers are partnering with the American Red Cross to host its first blood drive. News 25’s Victoria Bailey has more.

Propane tank leak in Harrison County

Residents off of Pecan and Vidalia Road are safe this morning from a propane tank leak. Harrison County Fire and Rescue responded yesterday afternoon to a leaking 250 gallon propane tank at a cell tower. Fire crews used a special…

Projects to be considered for BP Oil Spill funds

More than $85 million in South Mississippi projects are on the table to receive BP Oil Spill settlement funding. In all, the Gulf Coast Restoration Fund Advisory Board has selected 14 out of 119 projects for state legislators to consider…

Twilight Evening in Blue

Advocates for Freedom, a group to help stop human trafficking and help survivors, will be holding a ‘Twilight Evening in Blue’ tonight. It will be an evening filled with a silent auction, cake tasting, a comedy show, and music. They’re…

Donald Trump Jr. visits Mississippi

Mississippi’s Republican candidate for governor, Tate Reeves, will ‘be an ally of the White House,’ according to one of President Donald Trump’s sons. Donald Trump Jr. appeared with current Lt. Gov. Reeves Thursday night at a barbecue in Oxford. The…

Gulfport Woman Wins $50,000 in United Way Nifty 50 Raffle!

Over the past few weeks, we've been covering the United Way of South Mississippi's Nifty 50 raffle! And the winner of the $50,000 grand prize has been announced! Stephanie Mueller of Gulfport is the grand prize raffle winner. Mueller's ticket…

Quick Action Contains Propane Leak in Harrison County

Residents off of Pecan and Vidalia Road are safe this morning from a propane tank leak. Harrison County Fire and Rescue responded yesterday afternoon, to a leaking 250 gallon propane tank at a cell tower. Fire crews used a special…

House passes animal cruelty bill

Lawmakers across the nation are stepping up and speaking up in the fight against animal cruelty. The U.S. House of Representatives is taking steps to slap felony charges on anyone found guilty. Humane Society of South Mississippi Development Manager Katie…

St. Martin Public Library ‘Fall-o-ween’ Party

The St. Martin Public Library is doing their best to show their Halloween spirit. The library hosted their annual ‘Fall-o-ween’ party today. Children of all ages were invited to come celebrate our spookiest holiday by playing games, making cupcakes, and…

National Blue Ribbon School Celebration

Pineville Elementary is hosting a National Blue Ribbon School celebration tomorrow in honor of their overall achievement and always striving for excellence. Three other schools in Mississippi were recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. They were St. Patrick High…

National Red Ribbon Week

Students at Three Rivers Elementary School in Gulfport said ‘no’ to drugs in a magical way today. Schools throughout the Harrison County School District are recognizing ‘National Red Ribbon Week’ through themed costume days and discussions on how to make…

Up with Downs: Transitioning to Adulthood

October is ‘Down Syndrome Awareness Month.’ All month long, News 25 has been shining a spotlight on those in the community. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini spoke with one family today about the transition to adulthood. The transition to adulthood from…