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Sentenced for drug possession

Today a Gulfport man was sentenced for possession with intent to distribute cocaine. Travis Madden was ordered to serve 48 months in federal prison followed by three years of supervised release. Madden was also ordered to pay a $5,000 fine.…

Meth drug bust in Hancock County

Four people have been arrested in Hancock County for allegedly transporting meth from Texas to South Carolina. At 4 a.m. this morning, a Hancock County criminal interdiction agent conducted a stop with a 2017 Jeep Cherokee on I-10 eastbound. The…

City of Moss Point hosts special meeting

Today, the City of Moss Point hosted a special meeting to discuss the interim police chief appointment, establishing a search committee, and donations for the old city hall. News 25’s Veronica Bayona is in Moss Point with details.

Biloxi Shuckers job fair at MGM Park

As the Shuckers gear up for their fourth season in Biloxi, team officials are hard at work assembling their staff behind the scenes. Today, the Shuckers held their annual job fair at MGM Park. News 25’s Jeff Haeger has more.

Four women charged in fatal Gautier shooting

Gautier police have identified the victim of a deadly shooting that occurred overnight. The victim has been identified as 27-year-old Taleya Guy. According to officials, last night, shots were fired at the College Villa Apartments on Ladnier Road. Upon arrival,…

Three Long Beach High students achieve perfect ACT scores

Three Long Beach High School students earned the highest possible ACT composite score of a perfect 36. On average, only around a tenth of one percent of students who take the ACT earn the top score. In the U.S., the…

Free tax assistance programs

The AARP Tax Aides will begin free assistance services at the Kiln Public Library every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. beginning February 1st. The programs will also take place at the Waveland Public Library every Tuesday and Saturday…

Harbor Freight Tools opens in Gautier

Dozens of people gathered this morning at 8 a.m. for the ribbon cutting at Harbor Freight Tools new location in Gautier. The 15,000 square foot store will open on Highway 90 in the old NFL Home Center site and will…

Charged with residential burglary

A Gautier man is behind bars for burglary of a residence. Twenty-seven year-old Michael Byas was arrested after police saw him enter an abandoned home in the Hickory Hill area of north Gautier. Detectives were able to recover property reported…

Deadly shooting in Gautier

Gautier police are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred over night that left one woman dead. Last night, shots were fired at the College Villa Apartments on Ladnier Road. Police were back on the scene this morning around 8 a.m.…

DEADLY SHOOTING

Gautier police are now investigating a deadly shooting that occurred over night that left one woman dead... Last night shots were fired at the college villa apartments on Ladnier Road. Police were back on the scene this morning around 8…

Harbor Freight Tools Ribbon Cutting

This morning at 8 am the ribbon will be cut for harbor freight tools in Gautier. The 15,000 square foot store will open on U.S. 90 in the old NFL Home Center site and will create 35-40 jobs in the…

Group trying to preserve lost soldiers cemetery in Pascagoula

A group of Pascagoula residents are trying to preserve a site believed to be the burial ground for nearly one hundred American soldiers. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson takes us to the location of where the old destroyed Mexican and Civil…

USPS appointment tool makes applying for passports easier

The U.S. Postal Service has just made it easier to apply for a passport. Today, they launched the USPS retail customer appointment scheduler tool on their website. The new tool provides customers with an easy, convenient way to schedule appointments…

Salvation Army shelter in need of donations

The Salvation Army cold weather shelter in Gulfport has opened its doors to the public once again because of the low temperatures. This time they say they need your help. News 25 reached out to the shelter who says they…

Shuckers Job Fair at MGM Park

If you’re a baseball fan and are looking for a job, then you’ll want to head out to MGM Park in Biloxi tomorrow afternoon. With baseball season right around the corner, Coast residents have the chance to become a part…

Tax Season 2018 begins today

Today marks the official start of tax season for 2018. While the deadline to file your taxes is only a day earlier than last year, the IRS recommends filing sooner rather than later due to today’s start date being later…

Children’s Memorial Wall in Ocean Springs is taking shape

It’s been a dream for years and now the Children’s Memorial Wall in Ocean Springs will soon become a reality. Construction workers have laid the foundation for the wall on the front lawn of the Ocean Springs Civic Center. Support…

Pled guilty to drug trafficking charges

The man who was arrested for drugs while escaping from a hurricane has pled guilty for his charge of drug trafficking. Twenty-six-year-old Rodolfo Ortun, his wife, and their baby boy were trying to escape Hurricane Harvey. On August 24, 2017,…

Biloxi PD needs help identifying shoplifting suspects

The Biloxi Police Department is asking for assistance in identifying two suspects in shoplifting at Belk’s Department Store in Biloxi. One suspect is identified as a black female between 40 and 50 years old, 5’8” and 260 pounds wearing grey…

Salvation Army shelter in need of donations

With low temperatures hitting the Gulf Coast this weekend, the Salvation Army shelter in Gulfport will be opening up its doors to the public, but they say your help is needed. News 25’s Veronica Bayona is in Gulfport with more.

Allen Hyundai fundraiser for drum line

Allen Hyundai and Harrison Central High School worked up an appetite with a fundraiser on Saturday. Hyundai smoked pork to serve in order to raise money for the school’s indoor drum line. They served pulled pork sandwiches, chips, and drinks…

Charity walk for Harris McDonnell

A charity walk took place Sunday for the Rebuilding Harris Fundraiser. The walk raised over $8,500 from just sponsors alone to help Harris McDonnell, son of former Ocean Springs Alderman Matt McDonnell, to walk again. This total does not include…