Local News

Sand bag locations on the Gulf Coast

Here is a list of sand bag sites in Hancock County: Hancock County Arena: Kiln Hancock County Old Complex: Bay St. Louis Lakeshore Community Center: Lakeshore West Hancock Fire Department: Pearlington Bayside Fire Department: West Hinds St. Diamondhead City Hall:…

Hancock County Sand Bag Sites

Here is a list of sand bag sites in Hancock County: Hancock County Arena: Kiln Hancock County Old Complex: Bay St. Louis Lakeshore Community Center: Lakeshore West Hancock Fire Department: Pearlington Bayside Fire Department: West Hinds St. Diamondhead City Hall:…

The run to remember

This morning, the Biloxi Bay Bridge was covered in blue as community members got in a run in memory of the men and women who gave their lives for freedom. The ‘Wear Blue, Run to Remember’ is a support network…

Premier Boxing champs at the Beau Rivage

The Beau Rivage is getting ready to rumble over the weekend in Biloxi. Premier Boxing Champions Promotions are hosting a boxing event on Saturday that will feature Eddie Ramirez and Argenis Mendez in a 140 pound showdown. Twenty-five year-old Ramirez…

New tools help assist Biloxi Fire Department

The Biloxi Fire Department now has a truck that can deliver breathing air to firefighters at fire scenes. The new air truck replaces a nearly 20-year-old unit which could only transport air tanks to fire scenes. A firefighter’s air tank…

Red snapper season opens

Mississippi anglers began their first day of the 2018 recreational red snapper season today. The season will be open seven days a week and is scheduled to run from May 25th through September 3rd with a possible closure from July…

Tropical storm prep in Jackson County

Jackson County is also gearing up for Tropical Storm Alberto with more than ten different sand bag sites. Some of the locations include Central Division Roads Department in Vancleave, Ocean Springs Public Works, and Jackson County Fairgrounds in Pascagoula. Most…

Tropical storm preparation in Harrison County

As Memorial Day Weekend approaches, the Gulf Coast is preparing for tropical storm Alberto. Locals in Harrison County are encouraged to stop under the I-110 Bridge in D’Iberville to pick up sandbags for the storm. Another sandbag location is on…

Memorial Holiday Weekend traffic

Although potential severe weather is forecast for the weekend, there are many people traveling for the Memorial Day Weekend holiday. With an increase of cars hitting the roads, it’s important to keep safety in mind. News 25’s Veronica Bayona is…

Job Corps College and Career Fair in Gulfport

The Gulfport Job Corps hosted its annual college and career job fair. Local businesses, community partners, and military branches take part in the yearly event. The purpose of the job fair is to introduce the student body to members of…

Woman wanted for stealing wallet in Biloxi

Biloxi police need your help identifying a woman caught on camera allegedly stealing a wallet. The unknown female was captured on camera taking the wallet which was sitting on the counter of a store inside the Beau Rivage. She left…

Jackson County Sand Bag Locations

Locations Include: Escatawpa Fire Station - 3801 Sentinel Drive, Moss Point Northeast Fire Station - Old Americus Road, just off Hwy 63 Central Division Roads Department - 8500 Jim Ramsey Road, Vancleave East Division Roads Department - 10825 Hwy. 63, Moss Point West Division…

LONG BEACH HIGH SCHOOL PLANS

The Long Beach school board approved a 20 million dollar bond issue, that if passed by Long Beach residents will go toward building a new long beach high school, as well as adding security upgrades to other schools. The Long…

TRAP SHOOTING COMPETITION BEGINS TODAY IN BILOXI

TODAY IN BILOXI, THE MISSISSIPPI TRAP SHOOT CHAMPIONSHIP BEGAN. A FOUR DAY EVENT FEATURING SOME OF THE BEST MARKSMAN IN THE SOUTH. NEWS 25'S JAYLON MORRIS WENT DOWN TO THE COAST RIFLE AND PISTOL CLUB TO CHECK OUT THIS YEAR'S…

Severe weather preps on the Coast

AS WE CONTINUE TO KEEP A CLOSE EYE ON THE TROPICS, SOUTH MISSISSIPPI IS GEARING UP FOR WHATEVER IS HEADED OUR WAY. NEWS 25 PAYTON MALONE HAS MORE ON HOW YOU CAN PREPARE FOR A WET HOLIDAY WEEKEND. Rupert Lacy,…

AFROMAN AGREES TO PAY FAN HE PUNCHED IN BILOXI

A settlement has been reached in the lawsuit against 'Afro-man' and Kress Live, by the woman he was seen on video punching during one of his shows in Biloxi. We have to warn you--this video has graphic content that may…

Student brings pocket knife to school

Today a West Harrison high school student was arrested after officials searched the student and discovered a pocket knife. Authorities are not releasing what grade the student is in, but tell News 25 in a statement: " A student at…

Shell Starship fuel efficient tractor trailer

Today, the Shell Starship truck made its way to Love’s Travel Stop in Biloxi as part of their week-long coast-to-coast tour, showcasing its fuel efficiency capabilities across the United States. The aerodynamic big rig was designed over a three year…