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Body found in Gulfport

The body of a man found in Gulfport today has been identified as a Pass Christian man who has been missing since early this morning. Sixty-year-old Kenneth Charlot was first reported missing from his Pass Christian home on Seal Avenue…

Local nonprofit donates Cuddle Cot to Singing River Hospital

Imagine being able to spend just a few more moments with your stillborn baby. That is now possible thanks to a local non-profit that just donated a Cuddle Cot to Pascagoula’s Singing River Hospital Labor and Delivery Unit. News 25’s…

‘Shapeshift’ opening reception at Almost Circle Gallery

The Almost Circle Gallery in Biloxi is hosting an opening reception today from 5 to 8 p.m. The event, ‘Shapeshift,’ will showcase works of artists Brent Houzenga and Sam Stolte. Houzenga’s work is stencil based referencing photographs of strangers, while…

Mardi Gras parades in South Mississippi

If you’re planning on heading out to any parades this weekend there are plenty to choose from. Saturday, the 17th annual Biloxi Children’s Mardi Gras walking parade will kick off at 10 a.m. in downtown Biloxi. In Vancleave, the 28th…

Missing Pass Christian man investigation labeled a homicide

On Friday, February 2, 2018 Pass Christian Police Chief Timothy Hendricks announced the investigation of a missing person Kenneth Charlot transitioning to a homicide investigation. Authorities have received confirmation from the Gulfport Police Department and the Harrison County Coroner’s office…

Preparing for parades in Biloxi

Over the next week, the City of Biloxi is working to prepare their residents for the upcoming Mardi Gras festivities. The city hosts several events and balls and the Gulf Coast Carnival Association and the Krewe of Neptune throw two…

Gautier Night Parade

Gautier Men’s Club has stepped up its game this year when it comes to Mardi Gras parades. The Gautier Mardi Gras Night Parade will roll out at 7 p.m. Saturday night. According to parade officials, they plan to be slow…

Teen who hit Gulfport officer confesses

A teen has confessed that he was driving a stolen van, stopped at Starbucks, and then led police on a chase that seriously injured an officer. Eighteen-year-old Eli Daniel Bosworth confessed in court to the crimes Wednesday after already confessing…

Fatal accident victim identified

A Gulfport man has been identified as the person who died in the two vehicle accident in Stone County Thursday night. Mississippi Highway Patrol officials say 39-year-old Omar Aranda died after the vehicle he was riding in was hit head…

Krewe of Neptune Coronation Ball rehearsals

Tonight, the Krewe of Neptune held a rehearsal to prepare for their 34th annual Coronation Ball. Tonight, the 2018 court got a chance to practice for their big night, taking place this Saturday at the Biloxi Civic Center. The ball…

Fatal accident in Stone County

On 2-1-2018, The Mississippi Highway Patrol investigated a fatal crash in Stone County that occurred on Highway 15 northbound, near Wire Road, at approximately 4:15pm, which claimed the life of one man. Upon arriving it appeared an 86-year-old white male…

Gulfport-Biloxi International restaurant grand opening

Those traveling through the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport will now be able to have a taste of the Gulf Coast without ever leaving the terminal. The grand opening of the Gulf Coast Grill and Taproom was held this afternoon and local…

St. Alphonsus teacher’s birthday celebration

Today was a very special day in Ocean Springs at St. Alphonsus Catholic School. Teacher Ms. Loraine Schneider turned 86-years-old. Her students took the time today to wish her a happy birthday. It was only fitting that Ms. Loraine Schneider’s…

Proposal to raise gas prices by 12 cents

Mississippi lawmakers could cut income taxes in exchange for higher fuel taxes to raise money for roads and bridges. House Transportation Committee Chairman Charles Busby, a Pascagoula Republican, says House leaders are considering a plan to phase out Mississippi’s four…

Residential burglary arrest

A Biloxi man is behind bars for residential burglary in the 200 block of Dewey Circle that occurred in January. According to Biloxi police, 18-year-old Michael Lee Jr. was arrested on a warrant for the report of burglary in Biloxi.…

Disorderly conduct and felony warrant arrest

D’Iberville police arrested a man who was listed as a fugitive from justice wanted for failure to appear on a possession of a controlled substance charge by the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department. Officers responded to Lowe’s on Sangani Boulevard today…

Was young Gautier mother left to die by her friends?

Police are investigating a shooting that left a young mother dead Monday night in Gautier. Twenty-seven-year-old Taleya Guy was found dead after a shooting at the College Villa Apartments and her close friend tells News 25 the group she was…

Krewe of Neptune coronation ball rehearsals

The Krewe of Neptune coronation ball is less than two weeks away and rehearsals for the ball are being held tonight. News 25’s Veronica Bayona joins us from the Biloxi Civic Center with more.

Patio 44 coming to downtown Gulfport

A lot that’s been vacant in Gulfport since Katrina will soon be transformed into Patio 44’s newest location. The Hattiesburg based company opened their first Coast location in Biloxi in November 2016. Now, their newest spot will sit at the…

Biloxi Fire Department training

Over the next few weeks, members of the Biloxi Fire Department are taking part in specialized training in a controlled environment. The Biloxi firefighters are working to develop a better and more efficient emergency response and they are doing that…

Women suspected of shoplifting

The Biloxi police are also asking for public assistance identifying two women wanted for questioning in relation to another shoplifting case at the Belk inside the Edgewater Mall. On January 25th, they stole over one thousand dollars’ worth of merchandise.…

Two men wanted for shoplifting

The Biloxi Police Department would like your help identifying two people who shoplifted display items at the Crickett Wireless Store on Pass Road. The individuals in question are a pair of black males. One suspect was wearing a black hoodie…