A one day drive-up testing clinic for COVID-19 was held today to allow residents to get tested from the comfort of their own cars. Memorial Hospital hosted this drive for those to be tested for the flu first and if…
JACKSON, Miss. - A 5-year-old girl is dead and at least three adults injured during a shooting at an apartment complex in Mississippi's capital city. Jackson Police investigators said someone shot into an apartment at about 9:30 p.m. Wednesday. Bullets hit…
Now that federal stimulus checks are beginning to arrive in bank accounts or mailboxes, the Biloxi Police Department is reminding residents to beware of scams. Biloxi Police Chief John Miller, appearing on the city's daily Be Prepared video, said police…
Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced that Sherwin Williams has donated 5,000 N95 masks to first responders across Mississippi. The masks are being distributed through ‘First Responders of Mississippi,’ a non-profit organization that helps police, fire, and rescue workers and agencies…
The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in identifying the vehicle and its driver wanted in reference to credit card fraud. The suspect vehicle appears to be an unknown older make and model vehicle, maroon in color, with large…
Jackson County residents who are in need of hand sanitizer will soon be able to get some thanks to local businesses. Family Frozen Foods has partnered with Merchants and Marine Bank to donate four drums of hand sanitizer to the…
April is ‘National Child Abuse Awareness Month’ and in the age of Coronavirus and social distancing, community awareness is needed now more than ever. CASA of Hancock County volunteers continue to do their part in helping children at risk of…
Jackson-George Library System is encouraging all library patrons to use free programs and services on their Facebook page found at Jackson George Library. In an effort to continue serving patrons during the COVID-19 crisis, the library system is offering Facebook…
The City of Long Beach has extended the citywide curfew until further notice. The curfew is in place from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. every day of the week.
Walmart is making it easier for customers who do not have traditional bank accounts (and rely on stores to cash checks) to access their stimulus payment – securely, affordably, quickly and safely. The retailer announced today that it has waived…
Over half a million people have recovered from COVID-19 worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins University. As of Thursday morning, the university reported 528,000 recoveries from the novel coronavirus. Most of the recoveries have occurred in China, where the pandemic began.…
PERSIAN GULF — Wednesday, eleven Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy (IRGCN) vessels repeatedly conducted dangerous and harassing approaches of the USS Lewis B. Puller, USS Paul Hamilton, USS Firebolt, USS Sirocco, USCGC Wrangell and USCGC Maui. The U.S. vessels…
(AP) — China is refuting allegations that the coronavirus pandemic may have originated in a laboratory near the city of Wuhan where contagious samples were being stored. Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian cited the head of the World Health Organization…
Biloxi Police arrested 22-year-old Demontra Tayshun Keyone Tucker of Biloxi for two counts of receiving/possessing stolen property and one count of robbery. The arrest stemmed from an investigation into a vehicle burglary reported on April 14th in the 1800 Block…
In an effort to offer much needed relief to those suffering during this pandemic, the 36th Air Evacuation Squadron takes to the sky. As the Coronavirus continues to wreak havoc on the world, here in Mississippi, nine flight nurses, medical…
Effective immediately, the statewide burn ban has been lifted. County burn bans remain in effect. The Mississippi Forestry Commission announced the lift on their Facebook page. Mississippians are encouraged to continue to use caution when burning outdoors. The Mississippi Forestry…
The Mississippi Gulf Coast relies heavily on the tourism industry to drive its economy and now the Coast is taking a huge hit thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. When you think of tourism in South Mississippi you think casinos, beaches,…
Today, President Trump is speaking to all 50 governors to gauge when each state’s leader believes it will be best to reopen for business. While Mississippi’s reopening date has not yet been announced, one thing is for certain: our local…
How long does it take to put meals together for local heroes? News 25’s Grant Chighizola spoke to one community group who raced against the clock to serve up good food to first responders today in Gulfport. It was a…
The University of Mississippi Medical Center will conduct several clinical trials on potential treatment options for people infected with Coronavirus. Leaders of the medical center announced the trials today. Among the drugs being tested is an antimalarial medication that President…
School leaders are sharing their reactions following Governor Tate Reeves’ decision to close school buildings for the rest of the semester and school year. While students will not be returning to classrooms, the Gulfport School District will continue to serve…
JACKSON — Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced further efforts to support homeowners and first responders who are being stretched thin during the COVID-19 outbreak. Working with the Mississippi Home Corporation (MHC) and Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS), Governor Reeves…
Despite the Coronavirus shutting down businesses across the country, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce found a way to continue to help the business community. A top concern for many people right now is insurance policies, including cyber insurance…
Healthcare workers are on the front lines of this pandemic, fighting everyday to save lives from COVID-19. To say thanks, a local organization has made it their mission to feed meals to local healthcare workers. “Meals for Heroes” is a…