President Trump’s proposed 2018 budget includes cuts to the Department of Education, cuts that would eliminate the title II program which helps train, recruit and retrain teachers. It’s a program that Mississippi relies on and if eliminated it would mean…
The upcoming special session for the Mississippi Legislature will solely focus on dealing with the state budget. Previously there was speculation lawmakers could consider the idea of a lottery during next month’s special session. Governor Phil Bryant put an end…
The sentencing phase begins today for former corrections commissioner Christopher Epps. This is for his participation in a bribery scandal a little over two years ago. After pleading guilty, Epps faces up to 23 years in prison and is forfeiting…
The Waveland Police Department is investigating a spike in vehicle burglaries in the city. Officials say these are crimes of opportunity, each vehicle was left unlocked. Police officers urge citizens to lock their cars as well as hide any personal…
Four people are dead and multiple others injured following a fatal accident this morning on I-10 in Jackson County. As you can see from the M-DOT cameras this morning....traffic was backed up for miles as crews worked to clear the…
News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Laquanta Brisco about Playlive Nation Grand Opening Friday May 26th 12:00 pm at Edgewater Mall.
News 25's Laurene Callander tells us about the Conference USA Tournament at MGM Park in Biloxi.
Tonight, hundreds of Gulfport families proudly watched as the Gulfport High School class of 2017 got their diplomas. The group of 321 seniors lined up to make the march into adulthood at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum. The school’s 2017 Valedictorian…
Tonight in Orange Grove, one local group put down the welcome mat and gave local law enforcement a big thank you for their service. The group behind that law appreciation banquet is Advocates for Victims of Impaired and Distracted Driving,…
Today Biloxi held a public hearing regarding the possibility of turning a vacant school in West Biloxi into a resource center for the homeless population in the city. Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich is proposing a no-cost lease with Biloxi Public…
Another topic of discussion at today’s City Council meeting in Biloxi is the ongoing issue with hazardous railways. City officials tell News 25 that over the years they believe CSX has built up their railways to create the current problem…
The Biloxi City Council voted six to one to table their vote on whether or not to continue keeping the Mississippi state flag from flying over state buildings. In late April, Biloxi Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich ordered all state flags…
A Mobile man dressed as a woman is making his way through the Coast and stealing others identities. Hancock County investigators say 25-year-old Mykiea Miller is dressing up as a female and using stolen credit cards and identifications taken from…
Tonight in Gulfport, local law enforcement officers will be honored for helping our community. Agencies from across the Coast have been invited to attend an appreciation banquet at the Orange Grove Community Center. News 25’s Hank Davis is in Gulfport…
Three people were injured including a firefighter after a building in Biloxi catches fire. The fire fully engulfed a two story building at Maple and First Street behind Harrah’s around 10:30 this morning. Four engines, a ladder, and about 24…
A man traveling from Mexico through South Mississippi was arrested by the FBI on Monday and charged with conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Just before 9 a.m. on May 22, 2017, officers with the South Mississippi Metro…
The Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport has been awarded a $3.4 million federal grant for noise mitigation measures. The money will be used for an ongoing effort that began in 2005 to sound proof residences on properties which fall within the FAA’s…
It only takes 30 seconds to learn how to save a life. The song ‘Stayin’ Alive’ could be heard echoing through the lobby of Hancock Bank in downtown Gulfport today. AMR uses the song to help teach CPR. The rhythm…
The Mississippi NAACP is calling for the resignation of Republican State Representative Karl Oliver for his remarks saying Louisiana officials should be lynched for removing Confederate monuments. Oliver apologized Monday for the lynching remark he made Saturday in a Facebook…
Many parents are frantically trying to get in contact with their kids after the Manchester attack. In case of an attack, hurricane, or car accident, first responders stress the importance of children having identification on them. This could help officials…
Katarina Luketich interviews Pat Laird about the Diamondhead Memorial Service Saturday May 28th at the Country Club Circle. [mappress mapid="2933"]
News 25's Laurene Callander tells us about the flash flooding that can occur until tomorrow.
With showers, storms in tonight and tomorrow’s forecast, police say they’re expecting to see accidents hike up. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson spoke with authorities about how to make the safest commute when the roads are slippery. Wet roads are responsible…
Mississippi House Speaker Philip Gunn says he does not expect legislators to debate the creation of a state lottery during a special session next month. Governor Phil Bryant is calling lawmakers back to the capitol starting June 5th to finish…