WXXV Chief Meteorologist Ryan Mahan to participate in Mississippi Aquarium Penguin-A-Thon
Join the Mississippi Aquarium for their Penguin-A-Thon Fundraiser later today! The event starts at 6 p.m. and its goal is to raise money for a permanent…
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Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Lighthouse Park in Pascagoula for National Lighthouse Day
Did you know that today is National Lighthouse Day?! Today we highlighted just one of the few well preserved lighthouses along the coast of south Mississippi. The Round Island Lighthouse in Pascagoula has…
Fire at storage units on Highway 49 was deliberately set, fire chief says
A fire that damaged more than 30 units at Safe Mini Storage on Thursday was deliberately set, the Gulfport Fire Chief says. Gulfport Fire Department received a call around 4 a.m. August 1 from a passerby saying heavy smoke was…
Appeals Court upholds Stone County man's conviction of sex crime against a child
A Stone County man convicted of sex crimes against a child has had an appeal for a new trial denied by the state court of appeals. 69-year-old Michael Alexander was indicted in 2020 and found guilty after a two-day trial…
Gautier Fire Department receives two boats
On the coast, having a boat can save a life, especially during a water emergency or a storm. That's a game changer in operations for the Gautier Fire Department that's getting…
Gulfport Police Department hosts National Night Out
The Gulfport Police Department invited the community to a night of fun and fellowship in its National Night Out event on Tuesday. The event encouraged community togetherness and, as GPD Public…
Political Analyst Howie Morgan discusses Kamala Harris’ running mate
Political Analyst Howie Morgan is in studio to discuss Tim Walz, Minnesota’s governor who was selected as Kamala Harris’ running mate in the 2024 presidential election.
Biloxi Police Citizen’s Academy Sneak Peek
The Biloxi Police Department is hosting its citizens academy. This is the fourth year and it is designed to foster positive relationships between law enforcement and the public. Twenty-five participants…
Governor Reeves gives his thoughts on Kamala Harris joining the presidential race
Democratic Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris announced that Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will be her running mate in the 2024 election. This news comes just…
Man found dead on roadway in Gulfport
Harrison County Sheriff’s Deputies are currently searching for a suspect in the killing of a man who was found dead on the side of the road in Gulfport. Deputies…
Amtrak to resume service on Mississippi Gulf Coast
Amtrak passenger rail service will soon resume on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Mobile City Council voted this morning to approve three resolutions that will enable the Mobile…
Vancleave man pleads guilty to sex crime against child
A Vancleave man will serve 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to a sex crime against a child. District Attorney Angel Myers McIlrath said Monday that 30-year-old Jack Douglas Hart pleaded guilty to one count of touching a child…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Lopez-Quave Public Safety Center in Biloxi informing you about the upcoming Citizens Academy
Ever wonder what's it like to be a police officer or maybe how officers work with the community? Well, sign up for the 4th annual Biloxi Police Citizens Academy and find…
Mobile passes resolutions that will resume Amtrak's Gulf Coast passenger service
The Mobile City Council passed three resolutions Tuesday that would bring passenger rail service back to the Gulf Coast. The city, the Port of Mobile and Amtrak reached an agreement on July 24 that would provide for funding and the…
Slow-moving Tropical Storm Debby bringing torrential rains and flooding to southeastern US
By RUSS BYNUM and JEFFREY COLLINS Updated 9:21 AM CDT, August 6, 2024 Share SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Tropical Storm Debby has moved menacingly into some of America’s most historic Southern cities, bringing prolonged downpours and flooding Tuesday after slamming into Florida and prompting the…
George County baseball team hosts autograph party to raise funds towards State Championship rings
It's been a little less than three months since the George County baseball team won the 6A State Championship, and the City of Lucedale…
Harris picks Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, AP sources say
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris picked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to be her running mate on Tuesday, according to three people familiar with the decision. In choosing Walz, she is turning to a Midwestern governor,…
Coast child qualifies for Pitch-Hit-Run competition in Houston
A Bay St. Louis 8-year-old is headed to Houston after showing up and showing out at a recent Pitch-Hit-Run competition in New Orleans. Ryder Fontenot found out…
31 murals gives Stone County the nickname "The County of Murals"
We're highlighting one of our South Mississippi counties known across the state as "The County of Murals." A total of 31 can be found in Stone County, including six…
Harrison County sheriffs investigating Monday morning death of pedestrian
Harrison County Sheriff's deputies are investigating the death of a pedestrian early Monday morning and are searching for a suspect. Deputies believe the accident happened between two and three…
Ocean Springs residents meet to discuss annexation
The City of Ocean Springs made big changes just months ago, as it made the decision to extend city limit lines and annex area streets and neighborhoods. However, these changes have…
Two coastal schools hosting regional literacy meetings
Two south Mississippi cities will play host to MDE literacy meetings within the next month. The Long Beach meeting takes place from six to 7 PM on September 5th at Quarles Elementary. Interested families need to head to Quarles Elementary…
Pearl River Community College Aviation and Aerospace Workforce Academy opens!
Pearl River Community College cut the ribbon on the long-awaited Hancock County campus earlier today. This facility has been a dream for Pearl River Community College…
Artillery Shell Found in Local Neighborhood
A Jackson County neighborhood was on lockdown for several hours today, not letting residents in after an artillery shell was found in a yard while a neighbor was cutting his…