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William Carey to Release New Updates

William Carey University officials are trying their best to keep students notified of how the school plans to move on in the aftermath of last weekend’s storms. News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us from Hattiesburg with details.

Big Changes To Pass Parade

Big changes are on the way for the Pass Christian Mardi Gras Parade. This year's parade will begin 30 minutes earlier at 11:30, this means streets on the parade route will close at 10. There will be no street parking…

Second 'Blue Crew' Basketball Game Gulfport

Gulfport's Blue Crew basketball team takes on the D’Iberville police department and students tonight at Gulfport High. Gulfport police spokesman Sergeant Josh Bromen tells News 25 the first game of the program was a huge success but this one will…

Job Fair at the Seabee Base

Often time’s family members leave their careers to follow their loved ones in the military and finding a job isn't always instantaneous. That’s why the Seabee base hosted a job fair this morning for those family members looking for a…

WCU To Releases New Updates

William Carey University officials are trying their best to keep students notified of how the school plans to move on in the aftermath of last weekend's storms. By Friday afternoon they hope to notify students of the status of online…

Free Tetanus Shots For Storm Victims

While residents in the Hattiesburg and petal area continue to pick up the pieces from this past weekend's storms, the Mississippi department of health is doing its part to keep storm victims healthy. The MSDH is offering a free tetanus…

Biloxi Police Investigating Scene

Biloxi police are spending a part of today trying to figure what exactly happened when a Gulfport Patrol vehicle struck and killed a pedestrian last week. Highway 49 between airport and creosote road was closed starting at 10 this morning.…

Arrest Made In Chevron Station Burglary

The man Gulfport police believe burglarized a chevron gas station earlier this month has been arrested. On January 4th, police responded to an alarm at the chevron station on Kelly Avenue. When they arrived, they found shattered glass and missing…

Two Deputies Shot

A string of armed robberies in Northern Mississippi ended with deadly gunfire Wednesday night. Two deputies were injured in the shootout and one suspect was killed. A Desoto County patrol sergeant was shot in the foot and a K9 officer…

Manhunt on in Harrison County

Multiple agencies are searching for a man after he ran during a traffic stop in Harrison County. Mississippi Highway Patrol Spokesman Chase Elkins tells News 25 a trooper attempted to stop a grey Chevy Malibu for speeding on I10 near…

Salvation Army Jacket And Shoe Giveaway

This morning, the Salvation Army in Gulfport gave the gift of warmth to those in need. While temperatures have only dipped a handful of times on the Coast, the weather is bound to get frigid and that's why the Salvation…

Taco Bell Robbery Thursday Morning

Waveland police are investigating an early morning robbery at a Taco Bell. Assistant Chief Mike Prendergast tells News 25 a female Taco Bell worker was preparing to unlock and open the store around 6:30. A suspect then came up behind…

The L.O.S.T Bus Tour Stops on the Coast

You may notice a L.O.S.T bus cruising through town this week. That’s because Habitat for Humanity on the Gulf Coast is hosting two special volunteers all week long to do a greater good in our community. Blake Dudley and Brannon…

Manhunt On In Harrison County

Multiple agencies are still searching for a man after he ran during a traffic stop on I-10. Mississippi highway patrol spokesman chase Elkins tells News 25, a trooper attempted to stop a grey Chevy Malibu for speeding near the Woolmarket…

Salvation Army Jacket And Shoe Giveaway

With cold temperatures on the way beginning tonight, the Salvation Army continues to "Do the most good" by keeping residents warm. Those in need filed through into the command center in Gulfport Thursday morning to get a free jacket, shoes,…

01/25 Ryan's "Rainy" Wednesday Night Forecast

A cold front is slowly marching through the area, expect a few showers over the next few hours, but clear, cool, and dry weather afterwards. Full forecast details inside.

The L.O.S.T Bus Tour Stops on the Coast

Habitat for Humanity on the Gulf Coast is hosting two special volunteers all week long to do a greater good in our community. You may notice the ‘L.O.S.T Bus’ cruising through town. News 25’s Shelby Myers has the details.

Trump Signs Disaster Declaration

President Donald Trump declared Forrest, Lamar, Lauderdale, and Perry counties federal disaster areas this afternoon after severe storms and tornadoes hit Mississippi on Saturday. Approved in this disaster declaration are: individual assistance, grants to individuals and households, and statewide hazard mitigation…

Hancock Middle School Reopens

It was back to the books for students and teachers at Hancock Middle School today. Classes reassembled this morning after a small fire and flooding closed the school for several days. Teachers spent most of Tuesday evening making sure their…

Commercial Burglary Arrest in Waveland

A Waveland investigation leads to the arrest of two men and the seizure of several firearms and stolen property. Forty-three year-old Frank Taylor of Kiln was charged with four counts of commercial burglary for stealing tripletail coolers from a warehouse.…

A Letter from Ja'Naya Thompson's Family

In conclusion of this long journey, the family of Ja’Naya presented a letter to the media. It said, “First of all, I want to thank God. I want to thank District Attorney Joel Crosby and their staff, the chief of…

Alberto Garcia Sentenced to Death

Alberto Garcia has been sentenced to death in the murder of five-year-old Ja’Naya Thompson. This sentencing was handed down two and a half years after the heart wrenching discovery of her body in Gulfport. News 25 was in the courtroom…

MIRA Members Head to Jackson to Speak about Immigration Legislation

Today members of the Mississippi Immigrants Rights Alliance, or MIRA, were at the state capitol hoping to speak with state lawmakers about pieces of legislation they’re concerned about. MIRA members believe anti-immigration policies being introduced will make it easier for…