State of the Oyster Industry
Mississippi has decided to lease 80 percent of the oyster reefs in the sound to private companies and that’s not popular with local fisherman. Ryan Bradley with Mississippi Commercial Fisheries United…
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Pass Christian community gives back through King Cake Tasting Event
Over in Pass Christian, they held a Mardi Gras Community King Cake Tasting event.This event was open to anyone as all were welcome to come by…
Gulfport PD searching for man wanted for manslaughter
Gulfport Police are searching for a man wanted for manslaughter in a case dating back to this past November. Gulfport Police say Ellis Townsend assaulted a 75-year-old just before 11:30 the morning of November 18th, 2024. Townsend was on duty…
Inside Keesler Air Force Base: The Training and Safety Behind Every Flight
The Air Force works closely with the Federal Aviation Administration to coordinate operations and ensure seamless use of shared airspace. The line of communication with the FAA is…
Mississippi man identified as victim in fatal passenger jet and Army helicopter crash
One of the victims in the fatal collision between the passenger jet and Army helicopter in Washington, D.C. has been identified as a Mississippi man. According to The Macon Beacon, Noxubee County native Andrew Eaves was among the military…
Silver Alert: Kathryn Alanna Walker last seen in Stone County
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has activated the Silver Alert notification on behalf of the Stone County Sheriff’s Office. Kathryn Alanna Walker of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, was last seen on Friday, January 17, at about 2 p.m. in the area of…
Legalized online sports betting advances in Mississippi Legislature
A panel of Mississippi lawmakers approved a bill Wednesday that would permit mobile sports betting, a move proponents say would satisfy strong consumer demand and produce millions in new tax revenue. House Gaming Chairman Rep. Casey Eure, R-Saucier, is trying again to…
Iconic 'As Tears Go By' singer Marianne Faithfull dies at 78
By David K. Li and Austin Mullen Singer Marianne Faithfull, one of the most prominent female voices of the British Invasion, died Thursday in London, her spokesperson said. The “As Tears Go By” singer was 78. "It is with deep sadness that we announce…
Progress on I-10 projects in South Mississippi
You probably see all the road work projects on the Gulf Coast when driving. MDOT Public Information Officer Anna Ehrgott is studio with an update on how these projects…
Pascagoula High holding Mr. Goula Pageant
In Pascagoula tonight, the Mr. Goula Pageant is set to take the stage. This event features 17 junior and senior male students competing for the title. Tickets are $5 with…
City of D’Iberville holding ‘Safe Access and Community Connections’ study
In D’Iberville, there is a public meeting to talk about bike and pedestrian access in the city. City leaders are calling it the ‘Safe Access and…
WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. previews the upcoming PCA Rodeo Finals in Biloxi
The 2025 PCA Rodeo Finals will be running tonight, January 30th, until February 2nd in Biloxi where top cowboys and cowgirls compete…
Jackson County School District Job Fair
Happening today in St. Martin is the Jackson County School District Job Fair. Applicants are asked to bring their resume. There are several openings at several schools throughout the district.…
Biloxi Shuckers holding annual Job Fair
The rescheduled Shuckers Job Fair is happening Thursday, January 30th. You can interview for various gameday positions and network with front office staff. Applicants can enter through the visiting clubhouse…
Gulf Coast Orchid Show this weekend
Will Thompson with the Gulf Coast Orchid Society is in studio to tell us about the Gulf Coast Orchid Show. The Gulf Coast Orchid Show begins Friday, January 31st and…
Live updates: All passengers feared dead after American Eagle jet and Army helicopter collide and crash into Potomac River
By Marlene Lenthang Despite a mammoth search-and-rescue operation, Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly said during a press conference early Thursday that there were not believed to be any survivors from the midair collision over the Potomac River. “We are now at a…
Ahead of the Super Bowl, The Driving Scotsman is picking up fans heading to the big game
With a minivan, a Scottish tammie hat, and an accent to match, there’s one man here on the coast who has got your back with a…
Best Wing Spots on the Coast for Super Bowl Sunday
With Super Bowl Sunday quickly approaching we all are starting to make preparations for the big game. Nothing pairs better with football than a good chicken…
Hundreds turn out for WXXV Community Job Fair
Hundreds of South Mississippians packed the Lyman Community Center early Wednesday for the WXXV Community Job Fair. Candidates had the opportunity to meet with potential employers from a…
False posts going around social media about serial killer, murder of officers in Pascagoula
Pascagoula police are alerting residents about a scam going around. The department says to be aware of posts going around social media…
Rotary Club addresses State of Jackson County
The Rotary Club of Pascagoula met to discuss issues affecting the area, including safety concerns about Highway 609. Highway 609 is prone to car accidents in Jackson County, which…
WATCH: Governor Tate Reeves holds State of the State Address
Governor Tate Reeves is holding his State of the State Address in Jackson. The governor is expected to talk about economic development, education success, and taxes in the Magnolia State. Listen to his speech in the video above.
Vietnamese Martyrs Catholic Church Lunar New Year Festival
The Vietnamese Martyrs Catholic Church is celebrating Lunar New Year. From February 7th to the 9th, they will be holding a Lunar New Year Festival. It takes place on the church grounds and runs from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.…
Trump White House rescinds order freezing federal grants
By CHRIS MEGERIAN and ZEKE MILLER Associated Press President Donald Trump’s budget office on Wednesday rescinded an order freezing spending on federal grants, less than two days after it sparked widespread confusion and legal challenges across the country, according to…