Coast schools offering reduced school meals
Due to the government shutdown, more schools across the Coast are encouraging families to apply for free or reduced-price school meals. If your family’s circumstances have changed due to furloughs,…
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Fire at wood pellet storage dome at Port of Pascagoula
Enviva is addressing a fire event in one of the wood pellet storage domes it operates at the Port of Pascagoula. Everyone on site has been reported safe. Enviva is coordinating with the Jackson County Fire Department and other emergency…
Trump administration pledges to speed some student loan forgiveness after lawsuit
By CORA LEWIS NEW YORK (AP) — The Trump administration has agreed to resume student loan forgiveness for an estimated 2.5 million borrowers who are enrolled in certain federal repayment plans following a lawsuit from the American Federation of Teachers. Under the agreement…
Drowning incident under investigation in Gautier
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)-On Monday, October 20, Gautier police and fire responded to a distress call at a home on Three Oaks Drive after two children were found unresponsive near a swimming pool. First responders immediately began life-saving efforts. Both children…
Business owners excited for new downtown Gulfport development
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Soon, the heart of downtown Gulfport could look very different thanks to a transformative project coming to the area. The project will soon claim…
Funeral arrangements announced for Jackson County Deputy Joshua Brashears
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Funeral arrangements for Jackson County Deputy Joshua Brashears have been announced. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 22 from 10 to 11:30…
Community comes out for 35th annual Mullet Fest in Gautier
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The 35th annual Mullet Festival has come and gone, but WXXV News 25’s Spencer Reid Pullen was able to stop by for some…
Pascagoula PD identifies suspect making threats regarding shooting at the fairgrounds
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Pascagoula Police Department has identified the suspect who was involved with statements regarding a possible shooting at the fairgrounds. In a statement released on social media, the Pascagoula Police Department confirms that the criminal investigation division has…
Biloxi man sentenced to 30 years for sexual battery of a child
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Forty-five-year-old Derrick Lee Bowie pled guilty last week to sexual battery of a child. According to Assistant District Attorney Haley Necaise Broom, the Gulfport Police Department was contacted by Child Protective Services regarding the alleged sexual…
Structure fire in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection Team worked a structure fire Sunday. Around 1 p.m. Sunday, officials responded to the fire in the Helena community. Fire officials say…
Apps and websites saw outages across the world
Mississippi (WXXV)- An internet outage has hit the United States this morning. DownDetector has been flooded with spikes for many apps, those including Snapchat, Fortnite, Duolingo and many more. The issues are said to have started around 2 AM, the…
Dispose of unused medications at DEA National Take Back Day
Saturday, October 25 is DEA’s National Take Back Day and police departments all along the Coast are joining in. This is the perfect opportunity for you…
Gulfport School District release statement on recent safety concerns
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport School District has put out a statement regarding recent safety concerns for students. They are fully committed to the safety and well-being…
Uniting Gulfport and fighting hunger in Ward 6
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A Gulfport city councilwoman is bringing the community together while also helping combat food insecurities in Ward 6. Every Tuesday night from 6 to 8,…
Former Waveland Mayor Mike Smith passes away
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Waveland announces the passing of former Mayor Mike Smith. Mayor Smith dedicated many years to the city including roles as a firefighter, assistant fire chief, fire chief, and mayor.
Blue Ribbon Committee set to meet and exam child welfare concerns
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- On Friday, the Harrison County Board of Supervisors will meet with a Blue Ribbon Committee to examine Child Protection Services procedures…
Annual Fishing with Buddies event in Pass Christian
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- A local organization held its annual Fishing with Buddies event on Tuesday for youth and adults with special needs. This gave them an afternoon…
Celebrating the life of Roland Weeks Jr.
The celebration of life for Roland Weeks Jr., a former Sun Herald publisher and long-time civic servant on the Coast, took place Tuesday morning in Biloxi. Family, friends, and…
One dead after fatal accident in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Highway Patrol is sharing news about a fatal crash that happened on Monday. The wreck happened on Highway 15 in Harrison County. Around…
Swing for the Cause Golf Tournament benefits community causes in Hancock County
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Swing for the Cause Golf Tournament, hosted by the Hancock County Community Development Foundation, raised money that will benefit…
Ocean Springs man indicted in 2009 disappearance of Massachusetts woman
WORCHESTER, Mass. (WXXV)- A murder indictment has been returned against an Ocean Springs man in the 2009 disappearance of a Worchester, Massachusetts woman. According to Worchester County District Attorney Joseph D. Early Jr., 64-year-old Albert Carabba was indicted on one…
Cruisin' The Coast 2025 breaks record numbers; plans already in place for 2026 30th anniversary
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- The 29th edition of Cruisin' The Coast shattered registration numbers with over 10,000 classic cars taking over…
State Department of Revenue warning of phishing scam
The State Department of Revenue is warning the public about a phishing scam targeting taxpayers. These scams are being sent out via text message. The Department of Revenue…
Changes to Picayune Athletic events announced
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- Picayune Athletics made a few announcements on social media on Tuesday. Due to the events around the state of Mississippi, Picayune School District has chosen to cancel all tailgating events on school district property for the 2025…