Security Forces Protection Exercises at the NBCB
U.S. Naval Security Forces are participating in force protection exercises for the next few weeks. News 25 got a peek at one of the active shooter drills conducted by…
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Fatal crash on Highway 63 in George County
On Thursday, February 8, 2024, at approximately 6:30 a.m., the Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash on Highway 63 in George County. A 2013 Toyota Tundra driven by 41-year-old David Grafton of Vancleave, MS, traveled south on Highway…
Special needs Mardi Gras Ball and Dance happening on February 9
At the Donal Snyder Community Center, a special needs Mardi Gras Ball and Dance will be happening February 9! The dance will start at 6 in the evening and run until 9. Admission is free and a king, a queen,…
New Lyman Senior Center hosting Black History Month event
The New Lyman Senior Center is hosting a Black History Month celebration event on February 9. The event begins at 12:30 and is free for the public. Guest speakers include former Harrison Central basketball star Tiffany Travis and Southern Miss…
Daddy/Daughter dance being hosted by the City of Gulfport
The City of Gulfport is hosting a special dance for daddies and daughters! The dance is happening on two days, either on Friday or Sunday. The dance will start at 6 and end at 9. Tickets are $25 for each…
Two arrested in Waveland burglary of smoke store
A Bay St. Louis man and a juvenile have been charged with commercial burglary in connection with a break-in and robbery of a store on Highway 90 in Waveland. Police Chief Mike Prendergast said 29-year-old Jarrett Garth of Bay St.…
Two arrested on armed robbery charges in Gulfport
On January 28, 2024, the Gulfport Police Department arrested a 16-year-old and 20-year-old Kendarious Omowala Rodgers. The 16-year-old was charged with one count of Armed Robbery and one count of Burglary of a Residence. Rodgers was charged with one count…
Special counsel: Biden 'willfully' disclosed classified materials, but no criminal charges warranted
By ERIC TUCKER, LINDSAY WHITEHURST, ZEKE MILLER and COLLEEN LONG WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden “willfully” retained and disclosed highly classified materials when he was a private citizen, including documents about military and foreign policy in Afghanistan and other…
Pascagoula man charged in pedestrian death on Highway 63 bridge
A North Carolina man died this morning after being hit while walking along Highway 63. Moss Point Police Chief Brandon Ashley said officers were sent to the Highway 63 Bridge about 7 a.m. for a report of a pedestrian being…
Coach Jay Ladner's family releases statement thanking fans
The family of Southern Miss Men's Basketball Coach Jay Ladner has released a statement after he suffered a heart-related medical emergency earlier this week. The family…
Local woman helps tell your story through crafting pocket books
Everybody has a story to tell and with over 7 billion people walking the earth, only a few get told. Right now, we get a glimpse…
5 Marines aboard helicopter that went down outside San Diego are confirmed dead, military says
By JULIE WATSON and LOLITA C. BALDOR Associated Press The military says five U.S. Marines aboard a helicopter that went down during stormy weather in the mountains outside of San Diego are confirmed dead. The military made the announcement early…
Mississippi museum tells the story of how Black Americans fought for our freedom
“I thought... I said... I’m going to join the military.” It wouldn’t be that easy for Raylawni Branch. After all, it had only…
Ocean Springs mayor gives updates at Breakfast with Mayor event
This morning, Ocean Springs Mayor Kenny Holloway talked to local residents and businesses at Breakfast with Mayor. The quarterly event took place…
Museum showcasing George County, Lucedale history opens
Some exciting news coming out of George County, a museum detailing the history of Lucedale and surrounding areas is officially open. The Lucedale-George County Historical Society opened the museum…
The Great Food Truck Race making stops in Jackson County
Tomorrow, the Great Food Truck Race will be in Jackson County. The Great Food Truck Race will be stopping in Ocean Springs from 11 to 2…
South Mississippi Make-A-Wish Foundation grants local 14-year-old’s wish
The South Mississippi Make-A-Wish Foundation made a special surprise visit to a local Gulfport middle school to grant one student’s wish. Arieal Wills, a student at Bayou View…
Learning about WWII Nurse at the African American Military History Museum
The African American Military History Museum in Hattiesburg offers a look at some impressive stories to learn about. The African American Military History Museum is…
Taylor Swift’s ‘The Eras Tour’ is heading to Disney+
NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift’s blockbuster concert film “The Eras Tour” will make its streaming debut on Disney+, the Walt Disney Co. announced Wednesday. The film, now titled “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version)” will land on the streaming platform…
Harrison County Library System receives $7500 grant from Sparklight
Sparklight recently awarded a $7500 grant to the Harrison County Library System through its Charitable Giving Fund. The fund concentrates support in many areas, including: Education and Digital…
Sentenced for two counts of child exploitation in Jackson County
A Jackson County man has been sentenced in a sexual exploitation case. Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch says John Rouse has been sentenced to five years…
Road Closures and route for St. Paul Carnival Parade in Pass Christian
The St. Paul Carnival Parade rolls through the City of Pass Christian on Sunday, February 11th. The city released the schedule of road closures and the parade route. 8 a.m. road closures are as follows: 2nd Street west from Courtney…
Former councilman Alan Moran takes plea deal before trial begins
Former Diamondhead Councilman Alan Moran pleaded guilty today in Hancock County Circuit Court in a sexual molestation case. Moran, 35, pleaded guilty to two counts of the four-count indictment before opening statements on Wednesday morning. "Alan took a plea deal,"…
Pascagoula Municipal Court holding Amnesty Day
Pascagoula Municipal Court is offering an Amnesty Day. The program is for individuals with outstanding misdemeanor warrants to include failure to appear charges and anyone who owes fines can be…