Harrison County Brush Fire confirmed as arson
New details this evening as fire crews continue to wrap up containment on that brush fire in northern Harrison County. Forest Service and Harrison County fire officials confirmed to us that the fire…
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George County Sheriff’s Office searching for missing man Dustin Green
Officers in George County are searching for a man they say has been missing for nearly two weeks. Dustin Green was seen on October 7th in Lucedale, specifically the Central Firetower Road Area. He was wearing a grey shirt and…
Cuba’s grid goes offline amid a massive blackout and after a major power plant fails
By ANDREA RODRÍGUEZ Associated Press Cuba’s electrical grid has gone offline after one of the island’s major power plants failed and as a massive blackout swept across the Caribbean island. Cuba’s energy ministry said that the grid had gone down…
Westminster Presbyterian Church in Gulfport hosting fall festival
The Westminster Presbyterian Church is hosting their fall festival on October 19th. Head over to the church from 2 PM to 4 PM, fun also happening at Bayou View Park.…
38th Annual Fall Muster taking place at Beauvoir
The 38th Fall Muster at Beauvoir started on October 18th, but is taking place all weekend. Visitors to the home will experience historical clothing and living, also watching a…
Carter's Champions hosting Pink Dress Run on October 19th
Carter's Champions' co-founders John Carter and Jourden Derouen come to the WXXV News 25 studio ahead of the Pink Dress Run. The Pink Dress Run takes place in downtown Gulfport…
‘Breaking Bad’ star appears in ad campaign against littering in New Mexico
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — The indelible lead character from the “Breaking Bad” streaming series has a new starring role in a public service ad campaign against littering in New Mexico. The 15- and 30-second ad spots were unveiled Thursday…
WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. speaks MS Gulf Resort Classic Foundation President
The University of Mississippi, Mississippi State University, and the University of Southern Mississippi will once again host the Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational starting…
WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. speaks to Ole Miss Golf Coach Chris Malloy
The University of Mississippi, Mississippi State University, and the University of Southern Mississippi will once again host the Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational…
A.L.E.R.R.T. Training with Lucas Warren and Gulfport PD
The Gulfport Police Department invited WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren to participate in a special training session that will make sure they’re prepared for any situation. Advanced Law…
WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. speaks to Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational Tournament Director
The University of Mississippi, Mississippi State University, and the University of Southern Mississippi will once again host the Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational…
TGI Fridays permanently closes its Gulfport location
On October 6th the TGI Fridays along Crossroads Parkway in Gulfport officially closed its doors. The Gulfport location is the latest in a string of closures for the restaurant chain, TGI Fridays. Those…
Pascagoula High School hosting Veterans Day lunch
Pascagoula High School is hosting a Veterans Day lunch. It's happening November 8th, starting at 10 AM. A program kicks off the event, with a lunch following at the…
Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational tees off this weekend
From October 18th-21st, Mississippi State, Ole Miss, and the University of Southern Mississippi will host the the Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational. This invitational tournament will feature the nation's top golf programs at one of…
Spider-Man scaled Harrah’s Casino in Biloxi
Those walking by Harrah’s Casino in Biloxi earlier today may have spotted something strange clinging to the side of the building. Spectators were greeted by Spider-Man as he scaled the…
Moss Point hosting breast cancer awareness event
The City of Moss Point hosting breast cancer awareness events tomorrow. A celebration for breast cancer survivors is taking place October 18th from 10 AM to noon. Anyone wanting…
Students participate in Bulldog Day at MGCCC Jackson County campus
Today was Bulldog Day at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Jackson County campus! The event started at about 9 this morning with incoming students being introduced…
Petal native receives Congressional Gold Medal
A Petal man receiving a Congressional Gold Medal from Representative Mike Ezell. Colt Bergman receiving the highest honor for America's youth. Bergman completing 400 hours of voluntary public service, 200 hours of personal development, and 200 hours of physical…
Gaming Commission takes no action on proposed Tullis Gardens site
The Mississippi Gaming Commission took no action Thursday on a request for site approval for the Tullis Gardens project in Biloxi. Gaming Commission Executive Director Jay Daniels told our media partner the Sun Herald that a lawsuit filed by Secretary…
A rare copy of the US Constitution up for auction is expected to sell for millions
By JEFFREY COLLINS Updated 5:46 AM CDT, October 17, 2024 A rare copy of the U.S. Constitution printed 237 years ago sent to the states to be ratified is being auctioned Thursday evening in North Carolina. Brunk Auctions is selling the copy…
A father and son are both indicted on murder charges in a mass school shooting in Georgia
By JEFF AMY Updated 2:47 PM CDT, October 17, 2024 ATLANTA (AP) — A grand jury indicted both a father and son on murder charges Thursday in a mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia. Georgia media outlets reported…
Biloxi man gets two life sentences for sexually assaulting sisters for years
A Biloxi man was given two life sentences after being convicted of 14 counts of sexual battery of two sisters. 45-year-old John Pierre was found guilty late Wednesday in Harrison County following a two-day trial. The jury deliberated just three…
Universal will open fourth Orlando theme park next May
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Universal Orlando Resort will open its fourth theme park in central Florida just in time for Memorial Day next year, upping the competition against Disney in the theme park capital of the United States. Universal Epic Universe will…
Jackson County man to serve life for shooting man in front of victim's son
A Jackson County man will spend the rest of his life in prison after his murder conviction in circuit court this week. 32-year-old Christopher Brown was found guilty of first-degree murder and possession of a weapon by a convicted felon…