Voters approve new taxes in Lucedale
The votes are in for the special election in Lucedale on Tuesday. Voters deciding whether to approve two taxes to bolster the city’s Parks and Rec Department. According to results…
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Gulfport Police and Fire take ‘ALERRT’ training
Members of the Gulfport Police and Fire Departments are working together to perfect their response to active shooter situations by taking part in a new training program called ‘Advanced…
Essential Fundraising for Anniston Elementary PTA
Anniston Elementary in Gulfport hosted a spaghetti supper Tuesday night to raise some much needed funding for their PTA. Funds from these events are crucial for Anniston students as well as…
"A Latte Friends" and its Superstars set to open soon
They say superstars are seen in Hollywood on the big screen or on the court during a big game at Madison Square Garden. But what if you knew that Superstars -- 19…
Former Biloxi councilman sentenced to six years in drug case
Former Biloxi Councilman Robert L. Deming will spend six years in federal prison after pleading guilty in a drug case from 2023. Deming faced up to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE in Ocean Springs to inform you of teen drivers safety
There are some new drivers heading to school this year. Make sure to talk with your teens about safe driving habits! Always buckle up, don't speed, limit extra passengers, and never drive distracted…
Community Feature: Grit + Grind Coffee in Pass Christian
Our morning reporter Everett Ganier Jr. has been busy lately highlighting up and coming businesses across South Mississippi. Monday morning, he stopped by Grit + Grind Coffee…
Ocean Springs residents discuss potential development
Downtown Ocean Springs is known as one of the most scenic areas of the Mississippi Coast and many residents want to keep it that way. Now developers are looking to…
Suspect used machete to steal jewelry at Gulfport gas station
Gulfport police say a man holding a machete threatened to use the big knife in a robbery. He’s now behind bars, sitting on a half million-dollar…
Bay St. Louis to hold special election for Ward 5 council seat
Bay St. Louis will hold a special election next month to fill the unexpired term of Ward 5 Councilman Buddy Zimmerman. The city posted a notice on its social media on Monday to announce the election to be held September…
Gulf Hills Hotel and Resort celebrates Elvis Week
Elvis Week is in full swing at the Gulf Hills Hotel and Resort in Ocean Springs. The week kicked off on Monday night with Elvis Bingo. Attendees listened to the King's music, wore…
Kai's Give Back Gala to benefit Women's Resource Center
Kai's Give Back Gala has been a popular charitable event on the Gulf Coast for many years, and it returns this Saturday to benefit the Women's…
Gulfport PD working three car accident near Three Rivers Road and Dedeaux Road
Gulfport Police Department is currently working a multi vehicle accident near Three Rivers Road and Dedeaux Road. They ask drivers to avoid the area and expect delays. https://twitter.com/GulfportPolice/status/1823122621803659712
Registration open for Cruisin’ the Coast
The deadline for Cruisin’ the Coast early bird registration is August 15th. You can register on Cruisin’ the Coast’s website by clicking here or you can print out the form…
Singing River Blood Drives in honor of Lt. Tom Spicer
The Singing River Blood Drive in honor of SRHS Police Officer Tom Spicer was held today, but if you missed it, don’t worry, you have other…
Faint auroras may be visible in Northern Hemisphere skies after weekend solar storms
By ADITHI RAMAKRISHNAN Updated 1:30 PM CDT, August 12, 2024 WASHINGTON (AP) — Solar storms persisting from the weekend may produce faint colorful auroras across the Northern Hemisphere, with little disruption to power and communications, space forecasters said Monday. The sun has shot…
Kiln man charged with murder after man dies following bar fight
A Kiln man has been charged with second-degree murder after a man died as a result of wounds from a bar fight. Hancock County Sheriff Ricky Adam said 53-year-old Robert Hammac was arrested Monday on the charge. He was taken…
Man accused of robbing people at a Gulfport store using a machete
Gulfport Police have charged a man with robbing people at a store on Kelly Avenue by threatening them with a machete. Police say 22-year-old Joshua Paxton Ward was arrested Friday and charged him with armed robbery. He was taken to…
Bluey and Bingo meet and greet at Mississippi Aquarium
Popular cartoon stars Bluey and Bingo made their return to the Mississippi Aquarium. Long lines of children and their parents were wrapped around the campus at the…
City of Long Beach celebrates 119 years
The City of Long Beach celebrated its 119th birthday Saturday morning! “First of all, we are celebrating 119 years with the City of Long Beach, incorporated this day on…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Grit + Grind Coffee in Pass Christian
It's the start of another week and was a good day to grab a cup of coffee on your way to work this morning. Grit + Grind Coffee is just one of…
12-year-old killed in shooting in Jackson County
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a reported accidental shooting death of a 12-year-old boy in the Helena community. The shooting happened at the family home in the early morning hours Monday. Investigators are awaiting autopsy and lab results.…
WXXV News 25 salutes Olympian Devin Booker
The 2024 Olympics in Paris are a wrap, and several great athletes with ties to Mississippi represented Team USA and other countries on the world stage. Special thank you to Sam…
UPDATE: Long Beach man in standoff with police found dead
A man engaged in a standoff on Sunday afternoon in Long Beach had been found dead. Long Beach Police chief Billy Seal confirmed the death to WXXV, saying the…