Hard Rock Casino donating to communities affected by Hurricane Helene
The Hard Rock Casino is stepping up to support communities affected by Hurricane Helene. Two pallets of water were given as part of the relief efforts. The City…
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MGCCC Work Force summit prepares students for the future
Students explored the world of work at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College earlier today. This event provided an opportunity for industry and business partners to give direct input into the training programs…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Delays on I-10 westbound before Gulfport Exit 34A
A vehicle fire is causing back ups on I-10 before Gulfport Exit 34A. Drivers should expect delays. According to Gulfport PIO Lt. Jason Ducre, a man was driving and his car started to smoke. The flames were put out, but…
Source: Dockworkers’ union to suspend strike until Jan. 15 to allow time to negotiate new contract
By TOM KRISHER Updated 5:40 PM CDT, October 3, 2024 DETROIT (AP) — The union representing 45,000 striking U.S. dockworkers at East and Gulf coast ports has reached a deal to suspend their strike until Jan. 15 to provide time to…
City of Gautier approves $7 Million infrastructure bond
The City of Gautier is beginning to work on new infrastructure projects after receiving funding earlier this week. In a city council meeting on October 1st, the City…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash on Highway 49 at Landon Road cleared
MDOT reported a crash on Highway 49 at Landon Road in Harrison County. According to Gulfport Police, the scene has been cleared.
Biden’s student loan cancellation free to move forward as court order expires
By COLLIN BINKLEY Updated 3:21 PM CDT, October 3, 2024 WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s latest attempt at student loan cancellation is free to move ahead — at least temporarily — after a judge in Georgia decided that a legal challenge should…
City of Ocean Springs releases parking plan for Cruisin' the Coast
The City of Ocean Springs is excited to welcome cruisers across America to town! The Cruisin’ the Coast Downtown Footprint will be closed: 5:00 am – 7:00 pm on Thursday the 10th 5:00 am – 10:00 pm on Friday the…
City of Ocean Springs Awarded Critical Lifesaving Upgrade from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation
The City of Ocean Springs Fire Department has been named a 2024 grant recipient by Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation®, receiving $39,335 to ensure Ocean Springs is safer than ever. The grant was used to purchase new J.A.W.S E tools…
City of Long Beach hosting art contest
The City of Long Beach is hosting an art competition for three different age groups. Until October 14th, youth have the chance to get their artwork displayed in city hall for one year. Those age categories are: 5 - 9…
Santa Wears a Badge honoring fallen George County deputy
Every year the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department host a toy drive around the holidays to make sure Christmas is special for everyone but this year it means more.…
Gulf Coast woman identified as New Orleans murder victim 22 years later
A Cold Case murder victim has been identified as a Long Beach woman after 22 years. The victim was identified with new technology utilized by the FBI…
Hurricane Helene's death toll reaches 200 after Georgia and North Carolina report more fatalities
By JEFF AMY, ERIK VERDUZCO and BRITTANY PETERSON Hurricane Helene’s death toll has reached 200, after Georgia and North Carolina reported more fatalities from the storm. The death toll jumped Thursday from 189 to 200 after Georgia officials added eight…
Online voting in Alaska’s Fat Bear Week contest starts after an attack killed 1 contestant
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Let the chunk-off begin. Voting started Wednesday in the annual Fat Bear Week contest at Alaska’s Katmai National Park and Preserve, with viewers picking their favorite among a dozen brown bears fattened up to survive the winter. The…
Harrison County Fire battles home fire off Cuevas Delisle
Two people escaped a mobile home fire off Cuevas Delisle Road on Wednesday afternoon. Harrison County Fire Rescue responded about 4:15 and found the home fully involved. Pass Christian Fire also responded to help battle the blaze. The two people…
Mississippi will have a float in 2025 Rose Parade
2025 is coming fast! One event lots look forward to during the New Years Holiday is the Rose Parade in California. Mississippi will have a float in the parade…
Gulfport community shares coffee with local law enforcement officers
South Mississippi police officers woke up bright and early this morning to connect with the communities they serve. Gulfport police officers say the best way to start…
WXXV hosting a Relief-a-Thon to help Helene victims
WXXV News 25 is hosting a Relief-a-Thon this Wednesday, October 2nd for those affected by Hurricane Helene. Our 9 p.m. newscast on FOX is turning into an hour-long broadcast dedicated to raising funds for victims. You can tune in then…
Job openings available for Buc-ee’s Mississippi location
Many on the Mississippi Coast were thrilled when Buc-ee’s announced their giant gas station is coming to Harrison County. Mississippi’s first Buc-ee’s location may be opening sooner than expected which…
Voter registration deadlines coming up in Mississippi
Voter registration deadlines are coming up. Mail-in applications need to be postmarked on or before October 7th. In-person registration must also be done by the close of business on that date. For absentee voting, the last day to request a…
Dockworkers join other unions in trying to fend off automation, or minimize the impact
By CATHY BUSSEWITZ Updated 2:53 PM CDT, October 2, 2024 NEW YORK (AP) — The massive port workers’ strike that has shut down all the major dockyards on the Eastern seaboard of the U.S. and the Gulf coast is highlighting a…
Fishing with Buddies canceled for October 3rd
Fishing with Buddies has been canceled for Thursday, October 3rd. The cause of the cancellation is due to the forecast for tomorrow. The organization is working to reschedule the event, WXXV News 25 will keep you updated when a time…
Man facing lethal injection plans to ask Supreme Court for re-hearing
The defense team for a man facing the death sentence for the 1976 capital murder of a Coast banker's wife has asked for an extension to file for a rehearing of his appeal. Jordan was convicted in the 1976 kidnapping…
Humane Society of South Mississippi hosting Caturday brunch on October 5th
The Humane Society of South Mississippi is teaming up with The Chimneys to host a Caturday Brunch honoring all Disney villains. Sophie Nord and Katie King came…