Gulfport man wanted for aggravated assault
On Sunday, the Gulfport Police Department responded to the 2500 block of Halsel Street regarding a shooting complaint. During the investigation, witnesses reported that Avante Jaquan Kirk arrived at the…
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Biloxi kicks off Twelfth Night at City Hall
The Twelfth Night gathering, which signals the beginning of Carnival season in Biloxi, takes place on Sunday, Jan. 5 beginning at 5 p.m. The event includes a small parade of floats, presentation of the Gulf Coast Carnival Association 2025 Flag…
Memorial Health System Installs Innovative CT System from Canon Medical Systems for Faster, Safer Patient Exams
GULFPORT, Miss. (January 3, 2025) – To make CT exams as fast, safe, and accurate as possible for patients, Memorial Health System in Gulfport, Mississippi, has installed the Aquilion PRIME CT system from Canon Medical Systems. Aquilion PRIME provides faster exams at…
City of Ocean Springs Now Accepting Applications for the Ocean Springs School Board
Ocean Springs, MS – The City of Ocean Springs is accepting applications and resumes from local citizens for a potential appointment to the Ocean Springs School Board. Individuals who are interested should submit a completed Candidate Profile and Resume by…
19-Year-Old Moss Point Native Running for Ward 3 Alderman
19-year-old Jaylon Johnson announced his candidacy for Ward 3 alderman on January 2nd at the Moss Point city hall. Jaylon was born and raised in Moss Point and as a lifelong resident he hopes to…
Biloxi Police ensures safety precautions for Mardi Gras festivities
Mardi Gras festivities across the Gulf Coast are approaching! A full list of parades and activities is available on our website at WXXV25.com With the 12th annual night…
Long Beach PD investigating shooting near E. Railroad Street
Long Beach Police Department is currently investigating a shooting near E. Railroad Street. Officers were on scene Friday afternoon. WXXV News 25 will have more information as it becomes available.
An executive, retired waiter, aspiring nurse and football star among 14 killed in New Orleans attack
A retired waiter, an account executive, a single mother, father of two, a former Princeton football star and an 18-year-old woman dreaming of becoming a nurse were killed when the driver of a white pickup truck sped down Bourbon Street, packed…
Volunteers needed to pick up wreaths at Biloxi National Cemetery
The Biloxi National Cemetery is asking for volunteers to help remove wreaths placed in December. Volunteers are asked to help pick up wreaths on January 4th.…
Congressman Mike Ezell sworn in for second term
Congressman Mike Ezell was sworn in after his re-election to the House. Ezell defeated Democratic opponent Craig Raybon for a second term. Ezell was the Jackson County sheriff…
Senator Wicker sworn in for third term
Senator Roger Wicker has been sworn in for his third term. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the capitol earlier today as the 119th Congress began. Vice President Kamala…
How to catch the Quadrantids, the first meteor shower of 2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — When the Quadrantid meteor shower peaks on Friday, it will be the year’s first chance to see fireballs in the sky. A waning crescent moon means good visibility under clear and dark conditions. Most meteor showers are named for the constellations where…
Investigation continues in Long Beach apartment fire that displaced residents
An apartment fire in Long Beach has left several residents displaced. Firefighters from multiple agencies worked tirelessly to extinguish the flames as quickly as possible. In a statement, Long Beach Fire Department says all residents and animals were safely evacuated…
Update on apartment explosion in Gulfport
More details have come out in the investigation into the apartment explosion in Gulfport on New Year’s Eve. Gulfport Fire Chief Billy Kelley tell us that the conditions…
Blue-Grey Pride performs at St. John's Waterloo
https://youtu.be/c7h5bSJpTSU?si=Au-KRD_QQNMcpADg The Blue-Grey Pride didn't end their time in London with the parade... The Ocean Springs High School's Wind Symphony played at St. John's Waterloo on January 2nd. This performance comes as part of the London New Year's Day Parade…
President Biden will visit New Orleans on Monday in the wake of the deadly Bourbon Street attack
By DARLENE SUPERVILLE and FATIMA HUSSEIN Updated 9:18 AM CST, January 3, 2025 Share WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will visit New Orleans next week, with the city still reeling from the deadly New Year’s rampage in which an Army veteran plowed a truck into revelers.…
New Orleans inches toward normalcy while mourning victims of deadly New Year’s rampage
By ERIC TUCKER, JIM MUSTIAN, KEVIN McGILL and JACK BROOK Updated 6:36 AM CST, January 3, 2025 NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A mix of law enforcement, street performers and football fans has filled New Orleans’ blocks as the city inches back to normalcy while mourning…
Sonya Williams-Barnes qualifies as mayoral candidate for Gulfport
Qualifying has begun for municipal elections in South Mississippi. Former State Representative Sonya Williams-Barnes officially qualified to run for mayor of Gulfport at City Hall on Thursday afternoon. Incumbent mayor Billy…
Pre-legislative town hall held in Gulfport ahead of state legislative sessions
On Thursday evening, District 119 Representative Jeffrey Hulum III, held a pre-legislative session town hall at the family enrichment center in Gulfport. Hulum talked with constituents about several topics concerning Gulfport…
St. Martin Library teams up with American Red Cross for blood drive
St. Martin Public Library partnered with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Every day, blood donors help patients of…
Apartment fire in Long Beach
A fire broke out at Hampton House apartment complex in Long Beach. Residents say it started on a balcony of one of the units and quickly spread. The fire impacted all…
Three victims identified in fatal Greene County shooting
The search continues for the man who killed three people at a Greene County gas station New Year’s Day. We’re also learning more about the victims. Greene County Sheriff’s Deputies say the suspect was waiting for the clerk to open…
Saints Defensive End Cam Jordan donates to help victims of terrorist attack
New Orleans Saints Defensive End Cam Jordan donated to the Greater New Orleans Foundation. Jordan announced on social media that he is donating $25,000 to…