KILN, MISS: Today Governor Tate Reeves’s office announced the state of Mississippi is investing $450,000 in a site development grant to Port Bienville and Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission (HCPHC). This site development grant will advance the development requirements…
As the year comes to a close, WXXV wants to look back at some of the biggest stories from each month. JANUARY 11, 2023 - Jackson County School…
The Powerball has now increased to $700 million. The drawing was held on WXXV NBC Wednesday night. The winning numbers for the drawing are: 4 11 38 51…
Governor Tate Reeves announced earlier that Mississippi is investing nearly $17 million to develop industrial sites throughout the state. These investments will help prepare sites for companies…
Vancleave Lower Elementary has officially been named a National ESEA Distinguished School! The school is one of only 100 schools throughout the country that is nationally recognized for…
For many South Mississippians, we all know how good our sunsets can be. Tonight was one of those nights. This is a photo sent in by Jen M.…
The Mississippi State Department of Health will continue an administrative hold on a large number of medical cannabis products until retesting can be completed. The administrative hold impacts only a portion of the medical cannabis products available through the state.…
Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the history of the medium, has died at 86. The National Comedy Center, on behalf of his family, said…
The Humane Society of South Mississippi is accepting blankets during the winter season. If you have any old blankets or linens, donations are needed to help shelter pets and keep them warm. The donations can be dropped off at the…
Coming up this week, the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum is hosting their monthly history night this Thursday. History night is a fun experience for guests…
Mississippi Heroes announced their Ramp It Up program in August. They have since completed nine ramps. Mary Kippes tells us how life-changing these…
Powerball was not in the spirit of giving this Christmas. There was no jackpot winner in the lottery game's drawing Monday night. You can still get yourself a…
With Christmas now in the rearview mirror, the New Year's holiday is just a few days away. News 25 caught up with some officials for details on…
MERIDIAN, Miss. (AP) — A corrections officer was shot and killed by a colleague Tuesday after the two workers got into a fight in the parking lot of a Mississippi correctional facility, prison officials said. Authorities were notified of a…
The legislative session will begin on January 2nd, so News 25 will be checking in with our local legislators about how they're feeling heading into next…
A developing story here in South Mississippi, Jackson County Law Enforcement Agencies are searching for a man missing since the morning of Christmas Eve. Sixty-year-old Joseph Ladnier has not been…
Jackson, Miss.—A 40-year veteran educator in Mississippi schools has been appointed as the newest member of the Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board. Sandra McKiernon of DeSoto County, appointee of Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann, will serve the unexpired term of Kimberly…
The Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN) joins forces with Mississippi community colleges and universities alongside AI leaders, Intel Corporation and Dell Technologies, to nurture a thriving AI ecosystem. MAIN, a new statewide coalition of Mississippi community colleges and universities, is partnering…
BILOXI, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources’ 2024 Marine Information Calendars are now available at locations along the Coast. The agency held a photo contest earlier this year, and those chosen are featured each month and on the…
Mississippi Heroes honored a mother for being a caregiver. Kelli Tucker is the caregiver for her adult brother, Michael, and her son, Sam. The two of them are autistic and need accommodations…
JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Department of Transportation has officially cleared Santa Claus and his reindeer for travel in Mississippi on Christmas Eve. MDOT is pleased to announce that St. Nick has passed all permitting and airspace requirements with flying colors…
JACKSON, Miss. – Today, the Mississippi Board of Animal Health (MBAH) issued a certificate of veterinary inspection to Santa Claus of the North Pole, which permits Mr. Claus’ reindeer to enter and exit the state of Mississippi between the hours…
JACKSON,MISS--Lottery retailers will have three new scratch-off games available starting Friday, Dec. 29. What better way to kick off the New Year? $1—Fat $50s: Approximate overall odds are 1:4.74. Win up to $5,000. $2—Bankroll Doubler: Approximate overall odds are 1:4.32.…
MOBILE, Dec. 20, 2023 — When blood products are fully stocked on hospital shelves, patients don’t have to wait for critical care. Giving blood with the American Red Cross in December can help those in need make more holiday memories with loved…