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Most US stocks fall after a disappointing inflation update, but Big Tech keeps Wall Street steady
By STAN CHOE, TERESA CEROJANO and MATT OTT Updated 3:20 PM CDT, August 14, 2025 NEW YORK (AP) — Most stocks fell on Wall Street Thursday after a disappointing report said inflation was worse last month at the U.S. wholesale level than economists expected. But gains…
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage drops to lowest level since October
By ALEX VEIGA Updated 1:40 PM CDT, August 14, 2025 The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage fell this week to its lowest level in nearly 10 months, giving prospective homebuyers a sorely needed boost in purchasing power that could…
Supreme Court allows enforcement of Mississippi social media age verification law
By MARK SHERMAN and LINDSAY WHITEHURST Updated 1:25 PM CDT, August 14, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday refused for now to block enforcement of a Mississippi law aimed at regulating the use of social media by children, an issue…
Drinkmate recalls over 100,000 carbonation bottles due to explosion risk
NEW YORK (AP) — More than 100,000 Drinkmate carbonation bottles are being recalled across the U.S. and Canada because they can explode during use, with several consumers reporting cuts and other impact injuries. According to a Thursday notice from the U.S. Consumer…
Teacher charged with killing of hikers at Arkansas park pleads not guilty to murder
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — The teacher who authorities say admitted to fatally stabbing two hikers at Devil’s Den State Park in Arkansas last month pleaded not guilty Thursday to murder charges. Andrew James McGann entered the plea during a brief hearing before…
Adopt a Grandparent Day on September 13
Kimberly Dunn and Kathy Rogers, the founder and executive director of Adopt a Grandparent, as we get ready for Adopt a Grandparent Day on September 13. They are here…
U.S. producer prices surge in July as Trump tariffs push costs higher
By PAUL WISEMAN Updated 9:10 AM CDT, August 14, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. wholesale inflation surged unexpectedly last month, signaling that President Donald Trump’s sweeping taxes on imports are pushing costs up and that higher prices for consumers may be on the…
US applications for jobless benefits fell last week and remain in historically healthy range
By MATT OTT Updated 8:58 AM CDT, August 14, 2025 The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits fell modestly last week, remaining in the historically low range since the U.S. economy emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic. Applications for unemployment benefits…
Amtrak volunteers ready to greet passengers next week
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- A group of volunteers gathered at the Gulfport Amtrak boarding platform ahead of the passenger train’s first trip across The Coast next week. With Amtrak…
Six planets are hanging out in early morning skies this month. Here’s how to spot them
By ADITHI RAMAKRISHNAN Updated 8:12 AM CDT, August 14, 2025 NEW YORK (AP) — Six planets are hanging out in the sky this month in what’s known as a planetary parade. Catch the spectacle while you can because it’s the last one…
UPDATE: George County man charged in death of father
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A George County man is now charged in the death of his father. Thirty-four-year-old Michael Williams was taken into custody Wednesday and charged with manslaughter and tampering with physical evidence. The incident happened just after 5:30…
Police in Southern California find $30K worth of Labubus stolen from warehouse
CHINO, Calif. (AP) — A police department in Southern California recovered about $30,000 worth of Labubu dolls that were stolen from a warehouse, the agency announced this week. The collectible items have recently surged in popularity. The Labubus were stolen in a…
Push for more farmers markets in Mississippi
Every Wednesday, the Gulfport Farmers Market opens down at Jones Park. There are several regular farmers markets on the Coast. Mississippi Agriculture and Commerce Commissioner Andy Gipson is heavily…
Governor Reeves announces youth mental wellness platform
Governor Tate Reeves announces the launch of a program at helping young state residents. Governor Reeves is teaming up with Canopy Children’s Solution and the Mississippi Development Authority to…
Harrison Central High launches new AP Cybersecurity pilot program
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Harrison Central High School announce its selection by the Mississippi Department of Education to launch a new advanced placement cybersecurity pilot program for…
Wall Street ticks higher after a rally wrapped around the world
By STAN CHOE, ELAINE KURTENBACH and MATT OTT Updated 4:24 PM CDT, August 13, 2025 NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks ticked higher on Wednesday after a rally spurred by hopes for lower U.S. interest rates wrapped around the world. The S&P 500 rose 0.3%, coming…
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones reveals cancer diagnosis and credits experimental drug
By DAN GREENSPAN Updated 3:05 PM CDT, August 13, 2025 OXNARD, Calif. (AP) — Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones credited an experimental trial drug for successfully treating advanced melanoma as he disclosed his cancer diagnosis publicly for the first time. Jones…
Holy Trinity kindergartener receives Make-A-Wish sendoff party with classmates
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV) -- It's The Most Magical Place on Earth, and pretty soon, one deserving five-year-old will get to experience it for the…
Federal agents will be out 24/7 on patrol in Washington, the White House says
By LINDSAY WHITEHURST and ASHRAF KHALIL Updated 2:34 PM CDT, August 13, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — As a wary Washington waited, the White House promised a ramp-up of National Guard troops and federal officers on the streets of the nation’s capital around the clock starting…
Trump nominates two Mississippi Supreme Court justices to federal bench
By TAYLOR VANCE/Mississippi Today Updated 1:13 PM CDT, August 13, 2025 President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced his nomination of James Maxwell and Robert Chamberlin, two Mississippi Supreme Court justices, to vacant federal judicial seats in northern Mississippi. Pending Senate confirmation…
Trump and Putin will meet at an Alaska military base long used to counter Russia
By KONSTANTIN TOROPIN and MICHELLE L. PRICE Updated 11:25 AM CDT, August 13, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — In an ironic twist, President Donald Trump is set to discuss the war in Ukraine with Russian leader Vladimir Putin at a military base in Alaska that was crucial…
Trump names Strait, Stallone and Kiss for Kennedy Center Honors and says he’ll host the awards show
By ANNIE MA and HILLEL ITALIE Updated 11:07 AM CDT, August 13, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday named country music star George Strait, “Rocky” actor Sylvester Stallone, singer Gloria Gaynor, the rock band Kiss and actor-singer Michael Crawford among…
West Gulfport Civic Club holds community forum on combating crime
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The West Gulfport Civic Club partnered with Gulfport Police and Fire Department for a ‘Night out against Crime.’ The event hosted a forum…