Rep. Mike Ezell comments on government reopening
Representative Mike Ezell released a statement following the government’s reopening. Ezell says the shutdown came at a steep cost for Mississippi. The state economy lost an estimated $82 million…
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President Trump signs government funding bill, ending shutdown after a record 43-day disruption
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump signed a government funding bill Wednesday night, ending a record 43-day shutdown that caused financial stress for federal workers who went without paychecks, stranded scores of travelers at airports and generated long lines at…
Christmas on the Avenue announces T-Shirt Design Art Contest winner
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- Christmas on the Avenue which is coming to Biloxi in a few weeks, had a bunch of students from Biloxi High School compete…
Man sentenced for possession of cocaine with intent to distribute in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-A Florida man will spend nearly 30 years behind bars in the Mississippi prison system after pleading guilty to drug…
Taking a look at upcoming events at Jackson George Regional Library system
With it being the middle of the month, we’re taking a look at a few events taking place at Jackson-George Regional Libraries. Angela Stewart…
Long Beach High briefly evacuated due to smoke inside the school
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Long Beach High School was briefly evacuated on Tuesday due to smoke coming from a culinary class. According to school officials, when the vent was turned on, instead of circulating out of the building, it circulated…
CASA of South Mississippi hosts "Grateful for You" dinner to honor volunteers
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- CASA of South Mississippi hosted a "Grateful for You" dinner at the Golden Nugget on Tuesday evening. The organization, which…
Grandmother charged in death of five-year-old boy in Slidell
SLIDELL, La. (WXXV)- A five-year-old boy in Slidell was killed after being hit by a car in his driveway Tuesday morning. Now, the boy’s grandmother is charged in his death. Slidell police say the boy was waiting for the school…
Rotary Club of Pass Christian seeks sponsors for ‘Be an Angel’ initiative
Nicole Stegall with the Rotary Club of Pass Christian joins us in studio to talk about the ‘Be an Angel’ initiative. For more information,…
Aldi Gulfport location announces opening date
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Good news for those of you who have been waiting for the new Gulfport Aldi location to open up. Aldi officials confirmed on the chain’s website that the Orange Grove store,…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College hosts annual Veterans Day Program and 5K
PERKINSTON, Miss. (WXXV) -- Veterans Day is an important holiday of remembrance across the United States, especially here in South Mississippi. "It's a…
Fifth annual Silent Light Festival coming to Walter Anderson Museum of Art
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- In Ocean Springs, the Walter Anderson Museum of Art, headphone rentals are live for the fifth annual Silent Light Festival.…
Jackson County Fire opens new station
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County celebrated the ribbon cutting of their new Saracennia Road fire station on Tuesday. This new building includes three large bays for firetrucks and equipment,…
Witches Ride announces money raised for local animal agencies
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The Witches Ride of Ocean Springs announces they raised over $22,500 for six local animal welfare agencies this year. Funds are being split between…
Two Coast athletes awarded Mr. Football for the 2025 season
Two Coast football players have been awarded Mr. Football awards for the 2025 football season! Poplarville’s Ty Keyes was named Mr. Football for Class 4A and Picayune’s Mitchell Smith was named Mr. Football for Class 6A. All Mr. Football winners…
MBI makes multiple arrests in 2023 Jackson State University homicide
JACKSON, Miss., - The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has arrested four people in connection with the homicide that occurred at Jackson State University on October 15, 2023. Initially, local law enforcement responded to reports of a shooting at University Pointe…
Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department honored by Picayune Chamber of Commerce
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department was honored by the Picayune Chamber of Commerce this year, happening during the 2025…
Ocean Springs takes legal action over license plate readers
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) -- The City of Ocean Springs is looking to turn more than $460,000 over to the courts, relinquishing any claim to the funds…
HomeGoods now open in CrossRoads Shopping Center in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The new HomeGoods at the CrossRoads Shopping Center in Gulfport opened its doors Thursday. You’re now able to find a wide variety of home…
Last monkey on the loose after Mississippi highway crash is captured after being spotted by resident
HEIDELBERG, Miss. (AP) — The last monkey on the loose among several that escaped after a Mississippi highway crash has been found and captured, authorities said Thursday. A resident who lives near the crash site called authorities to report the…
Gulfport waives late fees on water and utility bills through November
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- As of November 5, residents of Gulfport will not be charged late fees on water and sewer utility bills for the month…
Gautier High honors veterans at 26th annual Veterans Breakfast
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Gautier High School hosted the 26th annual Veterans Breakfast, a longstanding tradition honoring the men and women who have served our country. Hundreds of…
The Adventurer's Tavern combines gaming, food, and fantasy in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- The Adventurer’s Tavern on Pass Road will soon offer a place for gamers to gather, meet new friends, and grab a late night…
Our Lady Academy holding White Table Ceremony
Our Lady Academy is hosting a White Table Ceremony to honor veterans and all who have served. Ava and Aubrey join us with the details. The White Table Ceremony…