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Cents for Service Drive at Virginia College

Virginia College in Biloxi prides itself on reaching out into the community and today they were at it again. Today through the rest of the week, the school is collecting cents for service. You can stop by and drop off…

Bond Approved Aiming to Spur Development in Biloxi

Biloxi is officially all set to start work on a development project aiming to improve the city. The City Council approved a bond so the city can access funds towards further development around the Walmart Neighborhood Market off Popps Ferry…

Wicker Weighs in on Secretary of State Pick

Donald Trump has named Exxon Mobil CEO Rex Tillerson as his choice for secretary of state early this morning. The 64-year-old Tillerson is a longtime oil executive with no government or diplomatic experience. Those in favor of the pick call…

Senator Roger Wicker Stops At MGCCC

Senator Roger Wicker heard from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College officials during a stop in South Mississippi today. Senator Wicker said he wanted to hear from state colleges before the senate looks at ways to re-work the higher education policy…

Animal Abuse Exposed on Social Media

A case of animal abuse ends up being documented and finds its way to social media, this time in Jackson County. Yesterday afternoon, disturbing footage of a cat trapped in a cage was shared on the app Snapchat. In the…

BREAKING: Reports of a fire at Edgewater Mall

There have been reports of an emergency evacuation at Edgewater Mall in Biloxi shortly before 7 p.m. Edgewater Mall Manager, Terry Powell, confirmed there is heavy smoke inside of the building, but he could not release any other details. News…

Man Accused of Beating Dog Speaks Out

The Gulfport man accused of beating a dog inside his truck is awaiting a court date after turning himself into the Biloxi Police Department. The video of the alleged incident is still being shared all over Facebook. News 25’s Gina…

North Central Harrison County Midafternoon

The Lyman and Saucier area in northern Harrison County were also in the storm front’s path. In video right outside WXXV News 25 Studio taken just before 4 this afternoon, Harrison Central High School’s fleet of buses took off, trying…

Tornado in Harrison County

News 25’s Shelby Myers is following the storm on the ground and has the latest from north Harrison County.

Lights out in Harrison County

Here’s a look at the weather as heavy rain passed through North Harrison County. The downpour was enough to leave one traffic light without power. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department was out monitoring the intersection at Highway 49 and West…

Billion Dollar Buyer Watch Party

Will Pop Brothers make a deal with the Billion Dollar Buyer? Tonight, you can find out. Pop Brothers is hosting a viewing party tonight from 8 until 10 at Murky Waters in Gulfport. In August, Billionaire businessman Tilman Fertitta and…

Holiday Gala!

News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Stacy Howell, about the Holiday Gala at the Mary C. O'Keefe Cultural Center Saturday December 17th.

Federal Funding For Katrina Damaged Homes

Jackson county officials are scouring the area for properties that are condemned. Or need to be after hurricane Katrina. This coming ahead of a new program that could provide federal funding for demolition of the damaged structures. The Mississippi home…

Trump Presidency Good For Mississippi

State lawmakers say a Donald Trump Presidency will be good for Mississippi. Legislators tell News 25, Governor Phil Bryant built a close relationship with the President Elect campaigning for him in a few states during the election. They say Trump…

Fundraiser For Child With Cancer

Happening today, a fundraiser for the daughter of a Harrison County Sargeant who is battling cancer. Sargeant Zach McCabe, his wife and their other two children have been in New Orleans while seven year old Lily undergoes radiation treatment. Anyone…

Edbuild On Coast Today

Members of Edbuild toured Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School earlier this morning. The education consultants were hired to examine Mississippi’s School Funding Formula. Ed-build is working to give the legislature recommendations to re-structure the formula to best serve Mississippi students.…

American Idol Contestant From Lumberton Sues

Former American Idol Contestan and Llumberton native "Michael Simeon" is suing the producers of the show. He claims he suffered major ear damage when an audiologist's representative took out an earpiece he was wearing and part of his eardrum was…

Flashing Signs Give Speeders A Heads Up

Katarina Luketich interviews Cecilia Dobbs Walton about the new Flashing Speeding Signs in Biloxi to let drivers know they are going to fast.

Hancock County Shooting

A Hancock County man is recovering now after being shot in the head and authorities say he is expected to survive. Around 10 am today deputies responded to call at a home on Highway 53 where a man was shot…

Parents Protest after Alleged Bullying at Hancock Middle School

The parents of a Hancock County student seek action after their child was allegedly bullied by her teacher. Carl Warrick’s 12-year-old daughter is a sixth grader at Hancock Middle School. She maintains good grades and loves going to school, but…

First Marathon Boosts Gulf Coast Economy

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon drew huge crowds to our area. They got the chance to enjoy the scenery and had plenty of time to see what else the Coast has to offer. News 25’s Hank Davis takes a look…

Single Car Fatal Accident on Highway 613 in Escatawpa

Mississippi Highway Patrol has confirmed one person is dead after a single car accident in Jackson County. Spokesman Chase Elkins tells News 25 that a woman driving a white Buick north on Highway 613 in Escatawpa left the roadway and…

Programs to Keep Ex Inmates on Track

The head of Mississippi’s prison system says the state needs to improve programs that help people get their lives on track as they leave prison. Corrections Commissioner Marshall Fisher says even with a tight budget, it’s a smart financial decision…