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Buoys added in Back Bay Biloxi

This morning, Keesler Air Force Base and the Department of Marine Resources teamed up to install buoys in the Back Bay. In the past, security forces members have had issues with boaters trespassing onto Keesler. Even though signs on land…

Class of 2018 High School Graduation Dates

Here are the dates and times for high school graduations across the Coast: May 21: St. Martin High School 6-9 p.m.  Coast Coliseum May 22: Biloxi High School 6-8 p.m.  Coast Coliseum May 23: Gulfport High School 7-9 p.m.  Coast…

Arrested for assaulting officers

Police say a man was arrested after assaulting officers at the Crossroads Shopping Center in Gulfport. It happened yesterday shortly before 3:15 p.m. when an officer was flagged down by a citizen. While speaking with the citizen, Raphael Parkman approached…

Overnight shooting in Gulfport

Last night around 11:30 p.m. Gulfport police responded to 7th Avenue. The call was in reference to a vehicle in a ditch after hearing gunshots in the area. Officers located a Nissan Altima occupied by an adult male suffering from…

Shooting – 3100 block of 7th Ave

.                                               On May 22, 2018 at 11:38 p.m., Officers responded to the 3100 block of 7th Avenue in…

Democratic Primary Candidate Forum

Tonight, Democratic candidates running for Roger Wicker’s senate seat answered questions posed by members of the media about various topics including health care, education, and the economy. The forum was held at the Good Deeds Community Center in Gulfport and…

Biloxi Infrastructure Project Update

Until this week, the month of May has seen below average rainfall and that means good progress for the Biloxi Infrastructure Project. Work on parts of Division Street, which have been delayed by nine months, is now moving forward. Crews…

Newsletter for Biloxi residents

Residents of Biloxi will now have a new way to receive information from the city. Starting at the end of May, a monthly newsletter will go to every address in Biloxi. It will include updates on things like the Biloxi…

Get to know your candidates

Get to know all of your local candidates right at the tips of your fingers. The League of Women Voters has invested in an online voter guide. Catchy campaign signs and memorable slogans are just two ways candidates try to…

Gulfport man arrested for sexual battery

Gulfport police arrested 26-year-old Eliezer Beamen on sexual battery charges. According to police, the department was notified yesterday after a woman stated that Beamen touched her inappropriately while she slept. After issuing a warrant for Beamen’s arrest, the suspect gave…

18 wheeler turns over, closes on ramp near Canal Road

This morning in Harrison County, an 18 wheeler flipped onto its side, shutting down the westbound on-ramp at Canal Road and I-10. The truck was Louisiana bound, carrying 42,000 pounds of sodium bromide, a chemical commonly used in swimming pools.…

Two vehicle wreck in Gulfport

A two vehicle collision on Cowan-Lorraine Road caused traffic to back up in the southbound lanes. The wreck occurred around 1 p.m. this afternoon. The two cars collided with damage to the front end of both vehicles. Police say drivers…

Armed robbery suspect wanted in Pascagula

Pascagoula Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Money Mart located at 3452 Market St. The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 25 years of age. He walked into The Money Mart and demanded money…

Gaming experts on sports betting in Mississippi

This morning one of America’s leading gaming experts, Thomas Shepard, spoke to the Gulf Coast Business Council about the legalization of sports betting in Mississippi. According to the gaming attorney, the landmark ruling could create immediate economic impact. He says…

Sexual Battery Arrest – Eliezer Beamen

.                                               On May 22, 2018 the Gulfport Police Department arrested 26 year old Eliezer Manoah Beamen, of Gulfport,…

Click it or Ticket campaign kicks off

Over the next two weeks, you might notice more law enforcement on the roadways. That’s because today marks the kickoff of the ‘Click it or Ticket’ campaign which runs from May 21st to June 3rd. The period coincides with the…

Wanted for grand larceny

Pass Christian police are on the lookout for Lindsey Goshorn for the crime of grand larceny. Officials say Goshorn is believed to have taken over $10,000 worth of jewelry from a citizen in the City of Pass Christian on April…

C-USA Baseball Tournament returns to MGM Park

Post-season baseball returns to Biloxi with the 2018 Conference USA Tournament beginning Wednesday at MGM Park. The heavily favored Southern Miss Golden Eagles fell to Rice in the championship game last year. The Eagles just clenched the regular season conference…