Drive By Shooting – Timothy Wright, Traveon Williams, Markell Cooley, Jermarcus Naylor
. On August 1, 2018, Officers arrested 19 year old Timothy Terrell Wright, of Gulfport charging him with…
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Sports betting begins in Mississippi
It’s an exciting day for the Magnolia State. Sports betting officially began in Biloxi and Tunica. From rolling dice to opening sports books, Mississippi hit the jackpot when sports betting was legalized in licensed casinos across the state. Mississippi Hotel…
Long Beach School District vote on upgrade to high school
Tomorrow, registered voters who live in the Long Beach School District will vote on a $20 million bond to upgrade Long Beach High School. It’s time to vote yes or no for the $20 million bond to upgrade Long Beach…
Back to School Haircuts
The first day of school is right around the corner. That means parents and students are not only looking for school supplies and new clothes, but also fresh haircuts to start the new school year off feeling good. Salon Bellator…
Police practice school safety in Pascagoula
Students will head back to school soon and one local high school is taking extra measures for its students and faculty. Pascagoula police surrounded Pascagoula High School Wednesday morning preparing for the worst, but thankfully this time bulletproof vests and…
Wanted for credit card fraud
Biloxi police are asking for help in locating two suspects wanted for credit card fraud. This incident occurred in early July when the suspects used a stolen credit card at a store on Beach Boulevard. They fled the scene in…
Wanted for attempted theft
Biloxi police are asking for help in locating an unknown man who attempted to steal a motorcycle seat and damaged the property. This suspect is described as a white male riding a yellowish motorcycle, possibly a Harley Davidson, and wearing…
Burglary arrest
Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson announced the arrest of a 39-year-old Long Beach resident on a felony burglary charge. According to Sheriff Peterson, Harrison County deputies responded to a reported burglary in Pass Christian. After checking home surveillance of the…
Sports betting officially begins on the Coast
Sports betting has officially begun in Mississippi casinos. MGM’s Beau Rivage and Gold Strike Casino Resort are accepting their first legal sports wagers. It marks 26 years from when the first casino bet was made at the Isle of Capri…
August issue of South Mississippi Living Magazine
Here is a look at the brand new South Mississippi Living Magazine issue for August. Business and industry are highlighted in this free issue available all over the Coast. South Mississippi Living Magazine is a partner of WXXV. Inside every…
Blood drive hosted by Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
As the summer begins to wind down, the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center hosted a blood drive in Gulfport. The summer months are the hardest months for the Blood Center to get blood. They are the most crucial because school is…
West Wortham Elementary prepares positive messages for upcoming school year
In less than a week, the sound of pitter-pattering feet and excited chatter will fill the halls of Harrison County Schools. While some teachers are sprucing up their classrooms for the school year, News 25’s Toni Miles takes us behind…
Pedestrian hit and killed in George County
Early this morning, a 25-year-old man died after being struck by a car in the Rocky Creek community of George County. Authorities have identified the victim as Justin Hennis. Around 4 o’clock the George County Sheriff’s Office received a call…
Hancock Co. father and son sentenced for roles in death
A father and son have been sentenced for their roles in the death of a man whose body was discovered wrapped in carpet along Interstate 10 last November. Terry Smith pled guilty to manslaughter and tampering with evidence. He received…
Lightning causes fire at Ingalls Avenue Baptist Church
Lightning struck a church this morning in Pascagoula, causing it to catch fire. According to the Pascagoula Fire Department, around 9:30 this morning, neighbors told officials that a lightning strike hit the steeple of Ingalls Avenue Baptist Church. No injuries…
Wanted for shoplifting
The Biloxi Police Department would like your help in identifying two subjects who allegedly stole several items of clothing valued at over $120.00 dollars. The shoplifting took place in the 2600 Block of Beach Blvd. On July 20, 2018, the…
Aggravated domestic assault arrest
A Gulfport man was arrested after a report of domestic violence. Gulfport police arrested 28-year-old Trent Callahan, charging him with one count of aggravated domestic assault. The victim claims Callahan strangled her until she lost consciousness. Callahan was taken to…
2018 One Coast Awards
This morning, hundreds of people came together at the Beau Rivage to honor multiple people who have made an impact on the Coast. The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce joined forces with the Hancock, Ocean Springs, and Jackson County…
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $2.3 Million Infrastructure Grant for Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport
U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $2.3 Million in airport infrastructure grants to Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport. The grant will be used to replace a passenger boarding bridge, widen…
Aggravated Domestic Assault – Trent Royale Callahan
. On July 30, 2018, Officers arrested 28 year old Trent Royale Callahan, of Gulfport charging him with…
Public Assistance Request – Credit Card Fraud
. On July 10, 2018, the Gulfport Police Department responded to a report of credit card fraud. The…
Sports betting officially begins Wednesday
This Wednesday, August 1st, is an exciting day for the Magnolia State. Sports betting will officially begin. Beau Rivage and Gold Strike Casino Resort will accept their first legal sports wagers. It’ll mark 26 years from when the first casino…
New push for medical marijuana
Today an initiative was filed with the Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office asking to make medical marijuana accessible to Mississippian’s suffering from debilitating medical conditions. ‘Medical Marijuana 2020’ was filed by a mother whose child suffers from a debilitating disease…
Cruisin’ the Coast looking for volunteers
The success and growth of Cruisin’ the Coast has made it necessary to seek volunteers from the local community to help with the annual event. The volunteers will be known as the Cruisin’ Krewe and they will assist the staff…