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Chiquita Truck Involved in Accident

A Chiquita 18 wheeler was involved in a three vehicle accident earlier today in Gulfport. Traffic was blocked on the intersection of 30th Avenue and Pass Road as the two vehicles were towed away. There were reported injuries in the…

Local Gymnasts on Olympics Excitement

The Summer Olympic Games bring not only excitement, but inspiration to local gymnastic academies. News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us from Lanier’s School of Gymnastics in Gulfport where they are in the process of training future Olympic gold medalists.

Gunshot Victim Recovering in Hospital

One man is recovering from bullet wounds while another man is in custody for allegedly pulling the trigger. Authorities say 27-year-old Rico Raschwan Brown of Gulfport is responsible for pulling the trigger and shooting the victim which we now know…

Harrison County Sandbag Distribution

With heavy rainfall expected on the Coast, Harrison County Emergency Management has established sand bag distribution locations across the county. Rupert Lacy with Harrison County Emergency Management tells News 25 that with adequate time to prepare and spread the word…

The Coast Prepares for Heavy Rain

News 25's Hank Davis is in Jackson County to discuss what emergency management officials are doing to prepare for the weather.

Hancock County Sandbags and Sand

Due to the potential heavy rains expected in Hancock County, Hancock County will have sand and sand bags available Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 9:00 AM at the following locations:  Hancock County Arena – 4184 Kiln Delisle Road, Kiln…

SAND AND SANDBAGS AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT JACKSON COUNTY

Forecasters from the National Weather Service are predicting heavy, steady rain to arrive in our area for the next four (4) days beginning Wednesday, August 10, 2016 – Saturday, August 13, 2016. Based on this information the Jackson County Board…

Overnight Shooting

A man who was shot last night at the Stonegate Arms apartments complex off of 21st Street in Gulfport. As the Gulfport Police Department has a suspect in custody. As they are waiting to see if he will be charged…

Go Cup Ordinance

There was slight confusion throughout the City of Ocean Springs after the to-go cup ordinance took effect over the weekend. News 25’s Kendra Turley takes us to downtown Ocean Springs to remind us what’s acceptable and what’s not. Sip, sit…

Go Cup Ordinance

Customers are now able to carry open containers of alcohol throughout the arts and entertainment districts of Ocean Springs. News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us from downtown Ocean Springs with more on the debut of the new ordinance.

Committee to Host Public Workshops

If you live near the Seabee Base or Keesler Air Force Base, the Gulf Regional Planning Committee wants to hear from you. The committee made an announcement about a land use study back in May. The study is meant to…

Restaurant Month Logo Unveiled

September is officially “Restaurant Month.” The coast’s chapter of Mississippi Hospitality and Restaurant Recreation Association is partnering with local dining establishments to provide community members with an opportunity to enjoy cuisine they might normally miss out on at a fraction…

Moss Point Joins Cruisin’ the Coast

One Coast city is deciding to join the other Coast towns in Cruisin’ the Coast this year. Moss Point’s “Cruisin’ the River City” will be October 4th and it will feature a downtown riverfront experience with 50’s and 60’s music…

What is Cupping Therapy? 2016 Olympic Games

Michael Phelps is making waves in the pool and on the internet as he’s been spotted with mysterious pink spots covering his body at this year’s Olympic Games in Rio. News 25’s Hank Davis brings us more details on the…

Replacing Lights along the Beach in Pascagoula

If you walk along the beach in Pascagoula early in the morning or in the evenings, it may be a little darker than usual. The area will be without lights until mid-December. Replacing the lights along the walking path is…

More Delays in Kemper County Power Plant

Mississippi Power Company says it will take at least another month to put into operation the power plant it’s building in Kemper County. Atlanta-based Southern Company, the parent of Mississippi Power, announced Monday that it is pushing back the completion…

Delta Network Issues Cause Cancellations

It was a bumpy ride for many travelers flying on Delta Airlines today as a computer problem caused hundreds of cancellations nationwide. News 25’s Laurene Callander caught up with flyers out of Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport to see how the network…

Delisle Elementary put on Lockdown

Delisle Elementary School was on lockdown this afternoon after three detainees escaped a border patrol vehicle near the school. The school was asked by the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department to go on lockdown while officials searched for the suspects. The…

Jackson County Deputies Search for Hit and Run Suspect

Jackson County deputies need help locating a car that left a 42-year-old man injured in a ditch. Deputies found Donald Goff of Hattiesburg surrounded by a group of people on Cook Road in St. Martin around 9 o’clock Friday night.…

All Clear at Delisle Elementary School after Lockdown

Three detainees escaped Border Patrol and ran into the woods near Delisle Elementary School this afternoon. Harrison County Sheriff’s Department asked Delisle Elementary to go on lockdown while they searched for the suspects. No one was harmed during the lockdown.…

Three New West Nile Virus Cases in Mississippi

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reports three new human cases of West Nile virus (WNV), bringing the 2016 state total to eight. The reported cases are in Hinds (2) and Lowndes counties. So far this year, human cases…