Hancock County School District Schools Closed Friday, December 8th
Hancock County School District school will be closed tomorrow, Friday, December 8th due to inclement weather.
Local News
Charged with burglary
Last night Biloxi police arrested a man wanted for a burglary that happened back in June. Twenty-one year-old Rodarrius Ward was arrested in the 300 block of Abbey Court around 9:30. Back in June, the victim told police Ward broke…
Biloxi police seek suspect’s identity
The Biloxi Police Department is asking the public’s help identifying a person seen using a debit card stolen during an auto burglary. These are images from surveillance video as the debit card was used on Kensington Drive in November. Also…
Police seek identity of man in this video
The Ocean Springs Police Department needs help identifying a person seen on surveillance video dumping a purse full of stolen goods into the trash. In the surveillance video from Bao-Wow’s on Government Street you can see the driver of the…
Charged with five counts of petty larceny
Jackson County sheriff’s investigators arrested a man this morning who they say has been a Grinch. Thirty-four year-old Jason Robert Phillips is suspected of stealing packages that were delivered to homes in the St. Andrews neighborhood and dropped off on…
Ocean Springs missing person
Ocean Springs police are searching for a missing girl. Sixteen-year-old Nova Clark was last seen in Ocean Springs on November 20th wearing a blue Vancleave hoodie and black sweatpants. She’s five feet tall, weighing 105 pounds. Police believe she may…
Will there be a snow day?
With all this talk of snow, we’re sure the kids of the Mississippi Gulf Coast are hanging on the edge of their seats, waiting to hear those two precious words “school is canceled.” Today, News 25 sat down with representatives…
MDOT preparing for potential winter conditions
Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) crews are preparing for potential winter weather conditions as a cold front moves through Central Mississippi. “With a winter event, MDOT bases its response from information issued by the National Weather Service (NWS),” said Melinda…
Preparing for winter weather
Emergency management officials along the Coast are preparing for what could be a wintery Friday morning. This includes the potential for icy roads and an extended period of cold temperatures. Biloxi Emergency Manager Michelle Crowley and Harrison County Emergency Management…
2nd Annual Community Christmas
News 25's Hank Davis interviews Kent Jones about the 2nd Annual Community Christmas event on December 10th 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 8300 34th Avenue.
Senate District 49 Candidate Forum
News 25's Hank Davis interviews Penny Payne about the Senate District 49 Candidate Forum Monday Dec. 11th at 6 p.m. at the MGCCC Jefferson Davis Campus, Fine Arts Auditorium on 2226 Switzer Road.
My Italian Christmas
News 25's Kristen Durand interviews Vicki Haskins about My Italian Christmas with Franco Corso on December 16th at 7 pm and at 10 pm. You can purchase tickets at Scarlet's Treasures Gift Shop or Online at https://www.scarletpearlcasino.com/
Winter Weather Preparations
News 25's Payton Malone tells us more about the conditions outside and some cold weather tips to keep you and your family safe.
Removal of historical Lovers Lane trees
Yesterday, the Ocean Springs Board of Alderman voted to cut down a very popular tree on Lovers Lane. “We put a lot of consideration into this. We tried to save the tree.” It wasn’t an easy decision for the board…
White Pillars back in business in Biloxi
For more than five years, residents on the Coast have waited for the historic White Pillars restaurant to reopen. Tonight, those residents got their wish. The restaurant hosted its soft open tonight with guests including family and friends. If you’re…
Responses to flag debate in Ocean Springs
Tuesday night, Organizations protested against the Mississippi state flag in Ocean Springs prior to the board of aldermen meeting. During that meeting, Mayor Shea Dobson challenged the media to ‘report both sides of the story.’ Mayor Shea Dobson questioned the…
Cold Weather shelters open for homeless in Gulfport
As we begin to experience more of the cold weather, the Salvation Army is now opening up their cold weather shelters for the homeless. News 25’s Taylor Rubach joins at the Gulfport location with details.
Energy Saving Tips
News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Bill Snyder from Mississippi Power about tips that can save you money.
Joe Spraggins named DMR executive director
Jamie Miller is out as executive director of the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources to take a state development position and a familiar face is in. Today, Governor Bryant appointed Joe Spraggins to take over as DMR’s executive director. Miller,…
Teenager shot to death, two people charged in Picayune
Police say a fight on a street corner has ended with a Mississippi teenager’s death and two people charged. Nineteen-year-old Sarai Bagley died on Tuesday from a single gunshot wound to the chest. A Picayune police investigation reveals Bagley flagged…
Aggravated assault
Gulfport police are investigating a shooting that happened early this morning. Forty-seven year-old Antonio Edwards was charged with one count of aggravated assault. The arrest was a result of an investigation of a shooting that occurred on F Avenue after…
Poetry Café at D’Iberville Middle School
Students took a break from the classroom this afternoon to show off their poetry skills. Students at D’Iberville Middle School took a break from the classroom to channel their inner poet at their annual Poetry Café. Seventh grade teacher Chassidie…
No Harbor Lights tonight in Gulfport
If you were planning on attending the Gulfport Harbor Light Show tonight, the rainy weather may put a damper in your plans. City officials have called off the Gulfport Harbor Lights due to the showers in the forecast. Military Appreciation…
Tips for running in the cold
Founded in 2015, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon takes place this weekend. It celebrates the local flare and beauty of running along the scenic beaches from Pass Christian to Biloxi. With temperatures dropping into the 30s on race day, runners…