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Road Improvement Funding Stalled

A plan to increase funding for road improvements in the state by raising taxes has died in the state Legislature. House leaders were unable to attract enough support from lawmakers. Many representatives instead demanded money saving efforts at the Mississippi…

Gulfport House Destroyed In Fire

One Gulfport church pastor is counting his blessings today after he began the morning thinking his church was on fire. Pastor Ken Braxton was driving near Progressive Baptist Church when he saw smoke over the building. When he pulled up,…

2016 Mississippi Gulf Resort Classic

Preparations are underway for the Mississippi Gulf Resort Classic set to tee off April 1st at Fallen Oak Golf Club in Saucier. As News 25’s Kristen Durand reports, it’s the seventh year South Mississippi has played host to this Champions…

Shuckers Debut New Mascot

The Brewers weren't the only ones to make a grand entrance at MGM Park. The Biloxi Shuckers debuted, their new official mascot, "Schooner the Seagull". The unveiling took place during the middle of the first inning. Schooner made his grand…

Biloxi Shuckers vs. Milwaukee Brewers

Tomorrow is the big day. The Biloxi Shuckers will face off against their parent MLB team the Milwaukee Brewers at MGM Park. It will be the first time a Major League Baseball team visits Biloxi since 1938 when the Philadelphia…

Reports Of Shots Fired at Edgewater Mall

Biloxi police are continuing an investigation into reports of gun shots fired Saturday night near Edgewater Mall. Officers responded to the west parking lot of the mall shortly after seven p.m. Witnesses reported hearing four gunshots, but officials say no…

Small Plane Crash

A small plane crash in Jackson County sent its pilot to the hospital with minor injuries. Thankfully the pilot was the only one on board. Officials say the plane lost power Saturday shortly after 6 p.m. it landed nose down…

Toddler Who Died After Head Trauma ID'D

Authorities have released the name of the toddler who tragically passed away after suffering from head trauma shortly in Hancock County Saturday. Officials responded to a home on kiln acres road where they found 15 month old Maddox Vieregge (vy-er-egg)…

CASA Of Harrison County

News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Roy Kitchell about CASA Of Harrison County Services and need for volunteers. More Info: casaharrisoncounty.org

2016 Mississippi Gulf Resort Classic

The rainy weather prevented golfers from playing Friday at Fallen Oak in Saucier, but it didn't put a damper on the entire 2016 Mississippi Gulf Resort Classic. "It’s like were always faced with some adverse challenge and we always rise…

Biloxi Shuckers Vs. Milwaukee Brewers

A crowd of over 5,000 witnessed history as the Biloxi Shuckers played its exhibition game against the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday. The game marked the first time a major league baseball team has played in Biloxi since 1938 and the…

Plans released for Margaritaville Resort Biloxi

Margaritaville is coming back to the gulf coast, but in a whole new way. Margaritaville Resort Biloxi is the new coastal resort and family entertainment center being built where Casino Magic used to stand. Coast businessman and developer Cono Caranna…

Coast Native and Son Co-Author “Not Invited”

It all started with a marker, some Bounty paper towels, and a dream. Now, Moss Point native Dwylett Montgomery and her nine-year-old son Kellen are published authors of “Not Invited.” The book launched October of 2015 and covers realistic and…

Shakespeare at the Square

“To be or not to be,” well Shakespeare at the Square will definitely be taking place tomorrow in Pascagoula. The annual event will feature local drama students and community members performing scenes from some of William Shakespeare’s acclaimed work such…

Gautier Looks for City Manager

The City of Gautier will soon be looking for a new city manager after the current holder of that position, Samantha Abell, announces plans to vacate the job. Gautier Mayor Gordon Gollott tells News 25 Abell will be leaving town…

Memorial for BJ Brown

Family and friends are gathered tonight, remembering the man who drowned in a Hancock County lake last month. Right as the memorial celebration got started, an unexpected surprise arose in the sky. Not just one, but two rainbows appeared right…

Pascagoula Hopes to Spur Downtown Development

The City of Pascagoula is looking to finish revitalizing their downtown area. They are asking business-minded residents to help. Tomorrow the city will host a downtown walking tour of vacant commercial property. They are inviting anyone that may be interested…

Ocean Springs High Receives $25K Grant

Ocean Springs High School students learned today that it pays to be healthy. At a pep rally, the Ocean Springs High School Health Council was presented with a $25,000 grant from Blue Cross Blue Shield to further health and wellness…

School District Reacts to Teen’s Death

In a statement today, Superintendent of the Jackson County School District Dr. Barry Amacker said, “Our love and prayers go to the family of Cliff Allyn, a student at Vancleave High School who was tragically taken from us yesterday. He…

Arrest Made in Vancleave Teen Murder

Investigators believe a 16-year-old Vancleave boy was killed by his 19-year-old cousin. Cliff Allyn’s cousin, 19-year-old Dexter Kelly, has been arrested and charged with murder. Allyn was reported missing Wednesday afternoon when he didn’t return home from playing basketball with…