Memorial Hospital sees increase in COVID-19 cases
The team at Memorial tells us that they have seen an increase in COVID-19 cases at the hospital. While the number of cases has gone up, we’re told that most…
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Don’t sweat it; still a chance to win $940M Mega Millions
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Lottery players whose numbers didn’t hit or who forgot to even buy a ticket will have another shot at a nearly $1 billion Mega Millions prize when a drawing is held Friday night. The estimated…
Enrollment open for ‘Program Believe’ adult literacy classes
Program Believe is a nonprofit that serves vulnerable, low income, and immigrant communities along the Gulf Coast. The program is currently enrolling for its adult literacy classes in…
St. Rose de Lima Catholic Church holding fundraiser in honor of fallen Bay St. Louis officers
St. Rose de Lima Catholic Church is hosting a fish fry fundraiser next week to help the families of Bay…
McCarthy makes big gains for speaker, but still falls short
By LISA MASCARO and FARNOUSH AMIRI Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - House leader Kevin McCarthy is getting closer to victory in the grueling, hard-fought struggle to become speaker of the new Congress. On the fourth day of voting, 15 of…
Mobile woman hits big with Texas Hold'em game at Harrah's
A Mobile woman kicked off the new year with a windfall, courtesy of Harrah's Gulf coast. The woman, identified only as Keyla D., won $842,662.75 progressive jackpot on a the Ultimate Texas Hold'em table at Harrah's. She made a $5…
Bills’ Hamlin breathing on his own, joins team via video
By JOHN WAWROW ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is breathing on his own and able to talk after having his breathing tube removed, his agent said Friday — the latest step in his remarkable recovery…
More than 1,000 customers lose power Friday morning
Power went out in Harrison County for more than 1,000 customers on Friday morning. The outage happened about 6:30 a.m. and was restored for most customers by 7 a.m. Coast Electric customers from about County Farm Road to the intersection…
Congressmen-elect Ezell pledges support to McCarthy for House Speaker
Mike Ezell, who was elected to the Fourth Congressional District in Mississippi, is still waiting to be sworn into office. The Congressman-elect -- along with others elected in November -- cannot be sworn in until a House Speaker is elected.…
Twelfth Night Celebrations kick off Mardi Gras season in Biloxi
Carnival royalty and citizens gathered for an annual tradition in Biloxi. The city held its Twelfth Night Celebration. Twelfth Night is the traditional festival on the…
January is National Blood Donor Month
January is National Blood Donor Month! In 1969, President Richard Nixon signed a proclamation designating the first month of the year as National Blood Donor Month. It’s an opportunity to…
Long Beach School District receives $10,000 donation
The Long Beach School District received a donation of $10,000 from Alliance Health Center to help with its Early Learning Program. The collaboration supports the district’s pre-k program with…
Class is officially back in session at Ocean Springs Middle School
The new year means a new semester for school all along the Coast. The new year has begun and the school bells have officially rung.…
Cheeky Monkey in Biloxi selling King Cakes to kick off the Mardi Gras season
The official beginning of Carnival is here and you know what that means! It’s King Cake season! Cheeky Monkey in Biloxi will…
Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann announces second term campaign
Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann visited the Coast to announce that he will be running for a second term. Hosemann was elected to the position in 2019 with more…
Trash taking over streets and highways on the Coast
You can’t get far driving without seeing trash along the highway or streets on the Gulf Coast. MDOT has tried for many years to decrease the litter…
Sinkhole in Biloxi patched and deemed drivable
The sinkhole in Biloxi on the corner of DeSoto and Forrest has been patched up and declared drivable. The contractor Vectras headed out to the hole Wednesday where…
Twelfth Night celebrations this evening in Biloxi
Revelers are gathering for an annual tradition in Biloxi to mark the start of Carnival. News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf is at the Biloxi Visitors Center where the Twelfth Night…
Gulfport man on probation for armed robbery charged again
A Gulfport man on probation for armed robbery is back behind bars. Gulfport Police arrested 33-year-old Charles Darkeith Brown on a charge of armed robbery and two counts of aggravated assault stemming from an incident on Monday. He was taken…
Ina Thompson Moss Point Library to close January 13 for renovations
Moss Point, MS- The Ina Thompson Moss Point Library will be closing on Friday, January 13, 2023, for a planned library makeover and renovation. The project is supported by the City of Moss Point and funded by the Jackson County…
McCarthy fails again to win speakership: House stalemate
By LISA MASCARO and FARNOUSH AMIRI Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - The House stalemate over choosing a new speaker is continuing. Kevin McCarthy is determined to win over enough fellow Republicans, but he failed again on Thursday. This is Day…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Drawbridge malfunction on I-110 in Harrison County
Drawbridge malfunction on I-110 between Rodriguez St EX 2 and Bayview Avenue EX 1D in Harrison County. The I-110 drawbridge is stuck in the upright position. Motorists should use an alternate route. For more information click here.
Two girls killed in high-speed chase; officer charged with negligent homicide
A high-speed pursuit of a stolen vehicle has left two girls dead and another teen in ICU. The chase began in Baton Rouge and had crossed into Iberville Parish when Addis Police joined the effort. Officer David Cauthron of Addis…
Saucier man charged with second degree murder
A Saucer man has been charged in connection with a shooting on Wednesday. 39-year-old Michael Yahne was charged with second degree murder. His bond was set at $1 million dollars. Sheriff Troy Peterson said deputies responded to a call of…