"Say the pledge or pay the price." That is the message behind a new bill in Jackson. Republican Representative William Shirley is the main legislator sponsoring House Bill 205. The bill would fine schools $1,500 if they don't say the…
News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Sara Carter about New Years resolution to loss weight for 2017 and how to stay on track.
Ocean Springs city officials want residents to know there will soon be an increase in traffic on the section of Government Street where construction is underway. The improvement project on Government Street is adding and repairing deteriorated sidewalks along Government…
After five months as interim superintendent for the Bay St. Louis-Waveland School District, Vikki Landry has been officially appointed to serve as the superintendent. In 2015, Landry began her work as an assistant superintendent for the school district before taking…
The start of tax season is less than two weeks away and more than 40 million low-income families could experience a two-week delay in tax refunds. News 25’s Kendra Turley explains the reason for the delay and who it will…
The Pass Christian Police Department says they will not sit idly by while a criminal subcultural takes hold and commits acts of violence in the community. This was after a string of search warrants led to several arrests related to…
A popular Gulfport restaurants doors are closed after widespread reports of food poisoning. Captain Al’s in Gulfport was shut down on January 3rd after a visit from health department officials. A sign on the door of the restaurant states that…
With President Obama giving his final presidential address tonight, we’re nearing the end of his eight years as president. News 25 took to the streets, receiving a mixed public reaction on Obama’s time spent in office. Resident Jacob Cambre said,…
If you miss the 90’s you may want to just bust a move. The “I Love the 90’s” Tour is stopping in Biloxi at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum July 8th. Iconic artists such as Vanilla Ice, Coolio, Salt N Pepa,…
Tom a Hawk is flying high again in South Mississippi thanks to Wild at Heart Rescue. After months of daily rehabilitation exercises, stretching out his wings, and a trip to the Jackson Zoo, Tom a Hawk was released back into…
An Ocean Springs family is rallying around their little girl as she fights for her life against a rare disease. They are now calling on the community for support. A band of warriors is answering that call to help three-year-old…
Seven people were taken to the hospital today after a bus and car collided in Ocean Springs. The accident happened near the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue and Bienville Boulevard around 2:30. The crash occurred when a CTA…
City officials remove the benches at the Ocean Springs bus stop in an effort to detour loitering. This is temporary as the city waits on crews to install dividers on the benches. This will help prevent people from lying across…
One Coast legislator wants to make sure the Mississippi State Flag is flown over the state's colleges. Senator Joseph Seymour of Vancleave filed a bill that would require all governmental entities that receive state funds, namely public colleges and universities,…
While many bills sit on the desk for Governor Phil Bryant to sign, today he signed an executive order in hopes of keeping men and women safe in the work place. Executive order 1392 requires all state agencies to complete…
Two women are being treated for injuries after a head on collision on Highway 53 in Harrison County this morning. It happened around 10:30 at the intersection of Mills Road and Highway 53, shutting down both lanes of the highway…
News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Sgt. Josh Bromen, about the Blue Crew Game on Thursday, January 26th Gulfport Police Blue Crew vs. D'Iberville Police7 pm at Gulfport High GYM. Admission is free.
Seven people are behind bars as Pass Christian Police crackdown on drugs in their city. Three men and four women have been arrested on charges ranging from felony drug possession of cocaine, meth, and one for felony child abuse. These…
News 25's Laurene Callander tells us about the Benches being removed from the bus stops in Ocean Springs to prevent the homeless from spending the night there.
Climate and environmental organizations across the country protest for a “Day against Denial.” The day aims to put a stop to climate deniers and fossil fuel advocates among President-Elect Donald Trump’s cabinet. News 25’s Kendra Turley takes us to the…
Biloxi planners have given initial approval to a development that could eventually have 14,000 residents. A lawyer for the developers calls it a city within a city, but not all residents of Woolmarket are on board with the idea. William…
News 25 spoke to people who knew Corene Jones. They described her as loving, full of life, and a wonderful mother. A community, family, and friends are left with unanswered questions after mother of four Elizabeth Corene Jones was found…
The Moss Point man accused of killing a Vancleave mother on Saturday faced a Jackson County judge for his initial appearance in court this afternoon. Judge T. Larry Wilson set a $250,000 bond for 32-year-old Brandon Smith. Smith is charged…
Is the amount of signs on major thoroughfares in Ocean Springs beginning to make the city look trashy? This was a question Jackson County residents and business owners are bringing up to the City of Ocean Springs. An abundance of…