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Second annual First Responder Banquet

The Hancock County community gathered together to recognize those who put their lives on the line for us on a daily basis. The Waveland Community Unity Organization held their second annual appreciation banquet for all of the first responders. Law…

Sailor pleads guilty for killing transgender woman

Today justice for the family of a transgender woman killed by a Navy sailor last July in Jackson County. Dwanya Hickerson met Dee Whigham online, they went to a hotel in St. Martin, had sex and then Hickerson stabbed Whigham…

Riding for veterans

Each year, millions of bikers hit the road and make their way on cross country road trips. One biker community on the Gulf Coast has a good reason for their travels. You could hear the engines from a mile away…

Armed robbery at the Ocean Springs Walmart Supercenter

Most police officers would agree their job is to protect and serve, even when off duty. That was the case when a crime occurred at the Walmart Supercenter in Ocean Springs. Police say a thief was stopped right in his…

Simon City Royal sentenced for kidnapping

Today a known Simon City Royal gang member is sentenced to 22 years in prison for a 2015 kidnapping in Jackson County. Thirty-year-old Christopher Gray pled guilty to one count of conspiracy to kidnap and one count of kidnapping. On…

Man pleads guilty to transgender woman’s murder

Today justice for the family of a transgender woman killed by a Navy sailor last July in Jackson County. Dwanya Hickerson met Dee Whigham online, they went to a hotel in St. Martin, had sex, and then Hickerson stabbed Whigham…

Second annual First Responders Banquet

It’s a special ceremony in honor of those who protect and serve throughout the community. The Waveland Community Unity Organization is hosting their second annual First Responders Banquet as a thank you for all they’ve done. News 25’s Taylor Rubach…

Missing Gulfport Man

Police are asking for your help locating a missing Gulfport man. Forty-year-old Oscar Ray Jenkins was last seen about 5:20 this morning. He is a black male, about 5’8” tall and 200 pounds. He was last seen wearing a white…

Songs and Stories Radio Show

News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Brent Johnson and Scott Stradtner about the Songs and Stories Radio Show happening Thursday November 17th at the Mary C. O'Keefe Cultural Center from 7 pm to 9 pm.

Biloxi sand solution update

Biloxi Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich says the city is one step closer to solving the sand problem on Highway 90. Mayor Gilich held a meeting earlier this week with a group of university researchers in an effort to come up…

Preventing hot car deaths

As we head into the dog days of summer, the heat is turning up. Here on the Coast, the heat indices will be well into the 100s through the end of the week and you need to keep safety in…

Three more arrests in Walmart armed robbery

Three additional suspects are arrested now in connection with the Ocean Springs Walmart armed robbery. Nicholas Brothern was initially arrested after he allegedly snatched a purse and pointed a gun at the victim. Now, 16-year-old Y’Maya Harris, 18-year-old Albert Morgan…

Thunder From Down Under

News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Thunder From Down Under male performers about their show at the Scarlet Pearl, Friday 7 pm & Saturday 10 pm, tickets are $40 as you can order them at scarletpearlcasino.com .

Sand Solution Update

News 25's Laurene Callander tells us about the sand solution being discussed with the Mayor of Biloxi.

Vaccinations for the new school year

With school right around the corner it is important to remember to get your children immunized. Vaccinations for several diseases are required before the school year starts for all first-time students entering school in Mississippi. Those required vaccinations are: diphtheria,…

Man allegedly attacked over state flag

A recent incident in Hattiesburg regarding the state flag encourages one Coastal woman to remind people of the importance of voting. News 25’s Kendra Turley sat down with Deborah Simpson and brings us her story. A state flag demonstration quickly…

Jackson County burglaries

The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department needs the public’s assistance in identifying two white males. Authorities say this vehicle has been involved in burglaries of a business and also vehicles on Jean Lane in Jackson County in the St. Andrew’s community.…

Armed Robbery Arrest

A 26 year old Sumrall man is behind bars charged with armed robber, tampering with evidence and providing false information. Police say Melvin Fennell robbery the Exxon Gas Station located on 30th avenue wearing a mask early Thursday morning. Long…

Missing boater’s body found in Mississippi Sound

Many Coast residents are mourning this evening as a massive search for a Gulfport fisherman and hair salon owner ends today with sad news. A nearly two day search by land, air, and coastal waters ended in tragedy Wednesday morning…

Pascagoula Rotary Club CPR training

The Pascagoula Rotary Club might just be the next group of people that could save your life. The meeting was held today to show the importance of health heart and learn simple, but critical life-saving techniques. The Jackson County Heart…

Three little rescued owls return home

Three little owls are back in nature where they belong after being nursed back to health by rescue workers. The group of owls were released into the wild in Vancleave this morning and one of the owls has a very…