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Bond set for Hancock County father-son murder suspects

A one million dollar bond has been set for the father and son charged with the murder of Diamondhead native Philip Whitaker. Investigators in Hancock County arrested 70-year-old Terry Smith and his son, 46-year-old Carl Smith, yesterday after questioning the…

Jackson County drive-by shooting suspects given bond

Jackson County officials say the two men charged with drive-by shooting yesterday are in jail under a $15,000 bond each. According to Spokeswoman Marcia Hill, 27-year-old Antonio Johnson of D’Iberville and 26-year-old Eric Price were arrested at an apartment complex…

One day away from the Hurricanes big day!

The West Harrison High School’s Hurricane marching band continues their weeklong stay away from home. Yesterday, they got the opportunity to visit the Statue of Liberty and many other must see sights while in New York City. They even got…

‘Pawlidayz’ Free pet adoptions at Humane Society

Calling all pet lovers! Zappos’ ‘Home for the Pawlidayz’ event is back and will be in Gulfport this weekend. At the South Mississippi Humane Society, you can adopt any cat or dog for free. All fees will be waived for…

Missouri man wanted for murder arrested in Gulfport

A man on the run wanted for murder in Missouri was located and arrested in Gulfport yesterday. According to Independence County, Missouri officials, 46-year-old Nathan Hendricks was found hiding outside a Gulfport residence. Hendricks is charged with second-degree murder, first…

[Graphic Content] Family dog shot with bow and arrow

The series of images we’re about to show you are disturbing and viewer discretion is advised. An innocent animal with an arrow through it's head. These images were posted on Facebook by an Ocean Springs police officer who discovered his…

Ocean Springs aldermen vote to fly state flag

Ocean Springs Board of Aldermen vote to amend a city ordinance regarding the state flag. The state flag will now be required to fly at City Hall and other prime locations throughout Ocean Springs. The vote passed 6 to 1…

Thanksgiving road trip preparation

With Thanksgiving Day just a few days away, many families are getting ready to hit the roads to visit relatives. News 25’s Veronica Bayona has a full report on how to prepare your vehicle before taking off on your holiday…

Drive-By Shooting Arrest

Biloxi police have arrested the men they believe are responsible for a drive-by shooting in the area of Judge Sekul Avenue and Bayly Drive earlier this week. Twenty-two year-old Emanuel Chavez is accused of leaning out of a car window…

Four arrested in shooting death in Pascagoula

Four people are charged in the shooting death of a Gautier man, but Pascagoula authorities say more charges are possible. On Friday, officers responded to shots fired in the area of Regency Wood Apartments. Upon arrival, officers located a deceased…

Gulfport is headed to the big screen

You might have noticed cameras and production crews filming around Gulfport this past weekend. That’s because the City of Gulfport will soon be featured in a commercial that will air during a college football bowl game. The purpose is to…

Search for possible jumper suspended

Moss Point Police Chief Calvin Hutchins says crews suspended the search for a possible jumper around three this afternoon. He says no one was located. Yesterday crews put out a full search after a passerby reported seeing a black male…

Neighbors speak out after deputy shooting in Gulfport

Harrison County authorities have yet to identify the person killed in a deputy-involved shooting last night. According to the Harrison County sheriff, a deputy shot an armed suspect in a Gulfport neighborhood who later died in the hospital. It’s not…

Father and son arrested in missing man homicide

Hancock County Investigator Glenn Grannan says 70-year-old Terry Smith and his son, 46-year-old Carl Smith, have both been arrested in the shooting death of Philip Whitaker. The two were arrested after Whitaker's van was found in Poplarville at Ponderosa Trace…

A Golden Basket Thanksgiving

USM Gulf Park campus is getting ready for Thanksgiving Day as well with their annual Golden Basket Thanksgiving Drive. Students in the Bachelors of Social Work Club are presenting Thanksgiving Golden Baskets to 25 needy families across the Gulf Coast.…

Keeping up with the Hurricanes

News 25 promised to keep you posted this week as we count down to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade which will feature the West Harrison High School marching band. Monday, the band visited the National September 11th Memorial and Museum…

Pet of the Week

The Pet of the Week is Bitsy. Bitsy is under a year old.

Do Your Holidays With Dickey's BBQ

Prime Rib, Spiral Cut Ham and Fried & Smoked Turkeys Available For more information please visit www.dickeys.com or Stop By Dickeys!

Hollywood Casino's Thanksgiving

News 25's Hank Davis interviews Jeff Crumedy and Renee Loranger about Hollywood Casino's Thanksgiving Feast.

Upcoming Thanksgiving travel

According to AAA, those who plan to travel by air this holiday season will pay the cheapest, average airfare since 2013. At $157, on average, that is a 23 percent fare drop year-over-year. That low airfare led to the largest…

AMR safety tips for Thanksgiving

As we get ready to enjoy delicious Thanksgiving meals, AMR shares with us safety tips on how to prevent fires while cooking fried turkeys. News 25’s Veronica Bayona also gives us a closer look at AMR’s 27th annual Home for…

Ongoing road work costing businesses money in Biloxi

The $355 million dollar construction project in East Biloxi continues to cause problems for those working and living in the area. The road work has been ongoing since the summer of 2014 and local business owners say the city owes…