David Baria wins the Democratic primary runoff
David Baria wins the Democratic primary runoff election. He will go head to head against incumbent U.S. Senator Roger Wicker in November.
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Father shoots son in Hancock County
A domestic shooting between a father and son took place at approximately 3:45 p.m. this afternoon in the 24,000 block of Amos Cuevas Road in the Kiln. According to authorities, the father shot the son multiple times. The son has…
First responders honored in Gulfport
Gulfport firefighters, police officers, and EMR were all treated to a luncheon this afternoon. Bel-Aire Baptist Church in Gulfport invited all first responders to have a free lunch. Those who showed up were greeted with patriotic decorations and plenty of…
87th annual Mississippi Municipal league
It’s a meeting of the minds with city leaders throughout Mississippi banding together to share ideas and pick new ones to help benefit the cities they represent. That’s what the Mississippi Municipal League is all about. Today marks day two…
Bryant Center officially opens at MGCCC
With a vision to stop Mississippi from being the number one state for diabetes in the country, Governor Phil Bryant, along with state and local officials, broke ground in April 2015 on a new nursing and simulation center. Several years…
Outside amusement park coming to Biloxi
There was a major announcement today about family entertainment coming to the Coast. News 25’s Jaylon Morris is at Margaritaville where the announcement was made. He has the details. Tune into News 25 at 9 and 10 for the full…
Shoplifting suspect wanted in Biloxi
Biloxi police need help finding a man who got away with six hundred dollars’ worth of merchandise. This incident happened at the Walmart on CT Switzer Road. The items stolen include a pressure washer and a generator. The suspect was…
Man identified in fatal George County accident
The man who died from a fatal crash in George County last week has been identified. According to Mississippi Highway Patrol, 47-year-old Philip Turner of Lucedale crashed into the back of a trailer loaded with watermelons on Highway 98 eastbound…
Outdoor amusement park coming to Biloxi
An outdoor amusement park including ferris wheel is coming to Biloxi. It will be built next to the Margaritaville Resort. This is a $140 million investment. News 25 will have more at 5 p.m., 5:30, 9 and 10 tonight.
Adoption fee waived at the Humane Society of South MS
Have you been thinking about adding a dog or cat to your household? Well, right now may be the perfect time. That’s because starting today until July 4th all furry shelter occupants at the Humane Society of South Mississippi will…
Supreme Court upholds Trump’s travel ban
The Supreme Court has upheld President Donald Trump’s ban on travel from several mostly Muslim countries, rejecting a challenge that it discriminated against Muslims or exceeded his authority. The 5-4 decision Tuesday is the court’s first substantive ruling on a…
Primary runoffs take place today
The polls are open and Mississippi voters are making their final selections in a pair of party primary runoffs before general elections take place this November. Polls will remain open today until 7 p.m., but low voter turnout during primary…
Primary runoffs take place Tuesday
Tomorrow, voters in Mississippi will make their final selections in a pair of party primary runoffs before general elections take place this November. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m., but low voter turnout during primary elections…
Mississippi Aquarium site tour
Since the Sail-a-bration, the Mississippi Aquarium has made great progress with the hopes of opening in late 2019. The pace of construction is right on schedule for the Mississippi Aquarium as News 25 received a sneak peek of what is…
Recent black bear sightings on the Gulf Coast
Black bear sightings on the Mississippi Gulf Coast have been raising concerns over the past couple weeks through social media. Two weeks ago, a video of a black bear on a tree outside a home off 603 on Standard Dedeaux…
Fireworks safety
As we prepare to celebrate the country on July 4th, some Coast residents may be ready to get their hands on fireworks, but those planning to light up the sky should take precautions to make sure they are safe during…
South Mississippi prepares for Fourth of July
Next week, the skies will light up with fireworks as South Mississippi celebrates Independence Day. The Fourth of July holiday is next week and patriotism is flying high as firework stands pop up across South Mississippi. There’s a little something…
Gulfport community garden gives back
Celebrating its one year anniversary, the 34th Street Wholistic Community Garden continues to grow in size. The community garden sits off 34th Street and 8th Avenue in Gulfport and is about 75 percent full after one year of business. The…
Camp Able special needs summer camp
Student volunteers and 45 campers from near and far blasted off on a special mission today. To the moon, Mars, and beyond: together we go farther. That is the theme of this year’s Camp Able, a week long annual summer…
The countdown to sports betting in South Mississippi begins
Last week, gambling regulators approved rules regulating sports betting in Mississippi. Now, state regulated casinos will begin taking sports bets as soon as July 20th. The state gaming commission unanimously approved the rules last Thursday without discussion. This will allow…
Multi-vehicle causes major traffic pile up in Gulfport
Gulfport police units were on scene of a multi-vehicle crash that occurred around 2:30 this afternoon. The wreck happened on I-10 eastbound at mile marker 35 headed toward Cowan Road. Police say no injuries have been reported. The interstate was…
D’Iberville Deputy Chief Walter Keck passes away
Today, D’Iberville Chief of Police Wayne Payne announced the passing of Deputy Chief Walter Keck. Deputy Chief Keck passed away this morning around 1:30 at Ocean Springs Medical Center after losing a long struggle with medical issues. Deputy Chief Keck,…
Primary runoffs take place on Tuesday
Tomorrow, voters in Mississippi will make their final selections in a pair of party primary runoffs before general elections take place this November. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m., but low voter turnout during primary elections…
Crunch Fitness opens in Long Beach
There is a new place to sweat it out in Long Beach. Crunch Fitness opened its doors on Friday. Today, they are hosting their first open house event. Crunch Fitness Regional Manager Mike Goodspell tells News 25 anyone and everyone…