Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)– Lisa Gordon-Scruggs, 53, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Sul Ozerden to 36 months in prison, followed by one year of supervised release, for filing a false tax return. U.S. Attorney Mike Hurst…
(WXXV) — Today's report from the Mississippi State Department of Health includes total cases and deaths from both Saturday and Sunday. MSDH is reporting an additional 586 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and no deaths. 233 cases were reported as…
(WXXV) — Need a ride to the polls? "Extend a Hand, Help a Friend" is providing free rides to go vote for those in South Mississippi. "Extend a Hand, Help a Friend" is a non-profit organization based in Gulfport. If…
Dense fog along the area is dissipating with clear skies ahead this morning...
PEARL, Miss. (MEMA) – Governor Tate Reeves declares October 19-23, 2020 as Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Mississippi. A record-breaking 115 tornadoes were confirmed last year in Mississippi. While April was the most active month for tornadoes in 2019,…
JACKSON, Miss. (WCBI)- Two inmates from different prisons have died in separate Jackson hospitals. Mississippi Department of Corrections says 66-year-old Charles Bates died Friday at Merit Health Central. 44-year-old Thaddeus Antwon Scales died Thursday night at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Bates was serving a 27-year sentence in Rankin County for child pornography and […]
Theatre students at Ocean Springs High School are working hard preparing for their first show of the year. Things might look a little different thanks to COVID-19, but these students are ready to break a leg. It’s nearly showtime for…
The Gulfport Police Department is currently investigating a shooting in the 2000 block of 47th Avenue. On October 16th, 2020 at 7:12 p.m., the Gulfport Police were notified of a suspect lying in the roadway suffering from multiple gunshots. The…
Today, the Abundant Life Evangelist Church hosted a street dedication ceremony for Bishop Jason Johnson. The church is celebrating 30 years of ministry and partnered with the City of Biloxi to have the corner of Rodenburg Avenue and Welch Lane…
It’s not the weather, but COVID to blame for the cancelation of the live event that was scheduled for this year’s Gulf Coast Equality Fest, but the show will still go on, it will just be online. Equality Fest started…
Sweet Belongings opened its doors in D’Iberville today. What’s even sweeter than the name is that 100 percent of the store’s proceeds go toward fighting the war on human trafficking. The new up-scale boutique store is brought to you by…
Looking for a ghoulish gown? Let Goodwill’s costume helpers get you fitted for Halloween. This morning, Costume helpers dressed News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf as a pirate and Mary Poppins. These costume helpers are available all along the Coast for the…
CASA of Harrison County is asking for your help to donate coats or jackets for children in need. With colder days ahead they’re preparing now by asking for all sizes from kids to adults. They especially need adult sizes since…
Open for less than a year, you might say the Gulfport Museum of History has a history of its own, but in the true spirit of the resiliency South Mississippi residents are known for, the museum is not only back…
Moss Point Police and the Jackson County Coroner’s office have identified the deceased male found at a vacant home in the 5400 block of Hubert Street on Thursday. The male was identified through fingerprints as David Harold Hudson, 70. An…
Gulfport, Mississippi-- The area of Debuys Road between East Pass Road and Switzer Road will be closed to thru traffic for sewer repairs. This also includes the east bound turning lane of East Pass Road. The road closure has been…
Beauvoir in Biloxi will host its 34th annual Fall Muster Saturday and Sunday. The Civil War came to an end in 1865, but spectators still gather for battle reenactments 155 years later. The home of former president of the Confederate…
Also happening Saturday is a 20-year tradition with a wonderful cause to raise awareness for those with Down syndrome during Down Syndrome Awareness Month. The Gulf Coast Down Syndrome Society will host their 20th annual Buddy Walk tomorrow but with…
If you are looking for a fight this weekend, all you have to do is go on Facebook and stream the Empire Fighting Championship event taking place in Biloxi. The event is already sold out. However, all 14 MMA fights…
Sweet Belongings is opening its doors in D’Iberville today. What’s even sweeter than the name is that one hundred percent of the store’s proceeds go towards a great cause. News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf has more.
Need an affordable fun Halloween costume? Visit Goodwill where they have costume helpers on standby eager to help you find the perfect outfit. News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf has more.
A few mid/upper level clouds linger with winds gusting into the 20 mph range...
Areas of spotty light rain and patchy fog this morning as a cold front is moving trough...
For three days, Witches on the Gulf Coast will be brewing up some spooky fun for a good cause. The annual Witches Weekend features three events that benefit CASA and Lynn Meadows Discovery Center. Thursday, October 22nd is the CASAtume…