On March 31, 2016, Maddox Viergge, 16 months of age suffered fatal head injuries. Medical evidence indicates the victim’s injuries are consistent with abusive head trauma. On April 4, 2016, Charles Connetti III was arrested and charged with Capital Murder. …
News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Rheta Grimsley Johnson about her book launch "The Dogs Buried Over The Bridge," Tonight From 6 to 7:30 pm at Pass Books/Cat Island Coffeehouse in Pass Christian. [mappress mapid="2659"]
News 25's Laurene Callander tells about Dexter Kelley initial court appearance in Jackson County.
A Vancleave mother says her life will never be the same after the murder of her teenage son. He was found dead last week in the back woods of his grandmother’s house. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson spoke with the mother…
Thousands are expected along the shores of Biloxi this weekend for the annual Black Beach Weekend. While the event doesn’t start until Friday, News 25’s Kendra Turley shows us how law enforcement officials and event promoters are making last minute…
This morning, Coast veterans got a chance to show local employers they’re the right person for the job. Veterans filed into the Biloxi Civic Center early this morning for the Spring Southern Region Military and Civilian Job Fair. The fair…
News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Jim Smith about Going Over The Edge with hang out with Habitat. This Saturday May 21, 2016 at IP Casino. Help Katarina reach her goal of $1000 for Going Over The…
Some big outdoor events head to the Coast this weekend including Biloxi Black Beach Weekend which is expected to bring in a large crowd. News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us live from Biloxi where events are set to go on…
One security specialist is helping the St. Martin community learn safety and protective measures for self-defense. Today, security specialist Alfred Rivera met with residents in the St. Martin community who want to learn a couple of moves in case they…
The Mississippi State Chamber of Commerce is opposing a religious objections bill heading to Governor Phil Bryant’s desk, saying House Bill 1523 conflicts with the organization’s non-discrimination policy. Businesses including Nissan North America, Toyota, Chevron, Huntington Ingalls Industries, and Entergy…
The Biloxi Shuckers took the field tonight but not against a professional team. For the first time, the Brewers double A affiliate faced off against a college team. The Jackson State University Tigers started the game batting first but it…
A Vancleave mother is trying to cope in the wake of her 16-year-old son's murder. After being reported missing, Vancleave High School freshman Cliff Allyn was found dead Thursday night in the woods behind his grandmother’s house. His 19-year-old cousin…
Police are investigating the shooting deaths of a New Orleans area couple. Police say 28-year-old Dawn Scott and 31-year-old Raynell Kimbrough were found this morning shot multiple times in the bedroom of their Kenner apartment. According to police, an infant…
Today, a federal judge in New Orleans has granted final approval to an estimated $20 billion settlement, resolving years of litigation over the 2010 BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. U.S. District Judge Carl Barbier’s final order on…
One security specialist is helping the St. Martin community learn safety and protective measures for self-defense. News 25’s Shelby Myers has more.
Nearly 10 years ago, the lives of two Gulfport students were lost in a car accident on Highway 49. Their father has been turning the devastating loss of his only two children into a powerful message to help others. He spoke…
Today was the first day back from spring break at Vancleave High School after the death of freshman Cliff Allyn. Vancleave High School Principal Anthony Gruich started Monday morning off by going to every individual class that Cliff was supposed to…
The Harrison County Board of Supervisors declared April 5th to be Mayor and County Recognition Day for National Service. The declaration was made in support of Senior Corps. The national chapter of the organization, which also includes AmeriCorps, encourages mayors…
A plan to increase funding for road improvements in the state by raising taxes has died in the state Legislature. House leaders were unable to attract enough support from lawmakers. Many representatives instead demanded money saving efforts at the Mississippi…
Noise at the state Capitol today as protesters are expected to rally outside of the governor’s mansion. The Human Rights Campaign, the ACLU of Mississippi, and LGBT equality advocates are urging Governor Phil Bryant to veto a bill that would…
Bourbon street shooter 22-year-old Trung Le has been sentenced to 60 years in prison for his role in a gunfight that killed one and left nine injured on the famous New Orleans street back in June of 2014. Le was…
One Gulfport church pastor is counting his blessings today after he began the morning thinking his church was on fire. Pastor Ken Braxton was driving near Progressive Baptist Church when he saw smoke over the building. When he pulled up,…
News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Chris Vignes about the Mississippi Gulf Classic Event that happen on the Gulf Coast.
Preparations are underway for the Mississippi Gulf Resort Classic set to tee off April 1st at Fallen Oak Golf Club in Saucier. As News 25’s Kristen Durand reports, it’s the seventh year South Mississippi has played host to this Champions…