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Harrison Central High School threat

In Harrison County, a 15-year-old Harrison Central High School student has been arrested after posting a threatening photo to an Instagram account. School resource officers were able to identify the juvenile through the social media post. He is being held…

Warriors for Willow Draw Down

Tonight, the United Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency Foundation is putting on a fundraiser at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum to raise funds for the rare, fatal, and inherited disease. News 25’s Veronica Bayona has the details.

Sale benefiting Puerto Rico at Trinity United Methodist Church

Get your hands on some great deals all while helping the victims still reeling from the devastation in Puerto Rico. Tomorrow and Saturday, you can find everything from home décor, toys and gowns to sports and leisure items and more…

Domestic violence arrest in Waveland

A Waveland man is back behind bars after being arrested for domestic violence. Twenty-eight year-old George Trotter was apprehended by Waveland Police Department for domestic violence following his prison release on felony DUI charge. He’s been sentenced to ten years…

Man charged with death of a child in Jackson County

An Ocean Springs man has been charged with capital murder after the death of his girlfriend’s seven-month-old baby. His initial appearance in court took place this morning. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson was there and has more.

Cyberstalking in Stone County

According To Stone County Sheriff's Office a 15 year old boy has been arrested after posting a threat towards Stone Middle & High Schools.     He's being charged with cyber stalking, which is a felony offense.

New Cinemark Bag Policy

News 25's Caroline Eaker tells us more about the new Cinemark bag policy starting today.

Navy sailor surprises family during school day in Moss Point

A Navy sailor is reunited with family after surprising her niece and nephew during their school day in Moss Point. The heartwarming welcome is all caught on camera. “I missed her. I haven’t seen her in a while.” Returning home…

Active shooter faculty training at Christian Collegiate Academy

Today Christian Collegiate Academy in Gulfport held active shooter preparedness training for all of its faculty and staff. “It’s a huge responsibility for me. Four hundred plus kids in my care and I feel like their parents depend on me…

Severe Weather Awareness Week

Tornadoes, lightning, damaging winds, hail and flash floods are all severe weather threats that we face in South Mississippi. With spring right around the corner, state leaders have launched a week-long campaign to help residents prepare for potential severe weather…

Larceny suspects at Hard Rock Casino Biloxi

Biloxi police are asking for assistance in identifying two suspects in a larceny that occurred at the Hard Rock parking lot. One suspect is a white male wearing a dark colored hoodie, khaki shorts, and possibly a green hat with…

Incident at the Chevron Refinery in Pascagoula

One thousand pounds of nitrogen oxide was released into the air today in Pascagoula at the Chevron Oil Refinery. Some residents are questioning why they didn’t receive any notification regarding the incident. News 25’s Jaylon Morris went to the refinery…

Shooting in Biloxi

Police are investigating a shooting that left one person injured Tuesday night in Biloxi. Shots were fired around 10 p.m. in East Biloxi. One person sustained gunshot wounds and was transported to the hospital. The victim appeared to have been…

Manhunt after home invasion in Jackson County

Jackson County deputies are searching for two men accused of trying to break into a home early Wednesday. Sheriff’s deputies, with the help of canine officers, spent many hours searching the area near Morning Glory Road and Old Fort Bayou…

Arrested for capital murder in Ocean Springs

A man has been charged with capital murder after the death of his girlfriend’s seven-month-old baby. Twenty-seven year-old Michael Harris was arrested after the mother of seven-month-old Tanner Cowart returned home to find her son unresponsive. Jackson County Sheriff Mike…

A ‘Farmtastic’ way to learn

Today, Mississippi State’s Extension Services hosted an event for students in Biloxi aimed at teaching them the importance of farming. ‘Farmtastic’ familiarizes boys and girls with the different aspects of agriculture, forestry, engineering, and biology that are important to workers…

National Commander of the American Legion speaks in Waveland

Veterans came out to the American Legion Post 77 in Waveland to hear National Commander Denise Rohan speak this morning. Rohan will leave a legacy within the American Legion. She is the first female National Commander in the organization’s one…

Morning accident on Highway 49 and O’Neal Road

Traffic was slowed down this morning after an accident at the intersection of Highway 49 and O’Neal Road in north Gulfport. At around 8:50 this morning, a silver Ford SUV collided with a red Toyota Camry. The driver of the…

Shooting In Biloxi

This morning we are following up on a shooting reported on Tuesday, News 25's Caroline Eaker has more form Biloxi.

Rev. Billy Graham has died at the age of 99

The Rev. Billy Graham, counselor to presidents and the most widely heard Christian evangelist in history, has died at age 99. Spokesman Mark DeMoss tell The Associated Press that Graham died Wednesday morning at his home in Montreat, North Carolina.…

The Digital Culture of Kids

Tonight, the Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport welcomed parents to the Bayou View Middle School Auditorium for the ‘Digital Culture of Kids,’ a presentation hosted by a Michigan based organization focused on defending kids from online danger. Mother Stephanie Beaver said,…