City of Long Beach extends curfew until further notice
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.
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Walmart helping customers access stimulus funds
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…
Mississippi health officials report 264 new cases of COVID-19; statewide total up to 3,624
(WXXV) — The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting 267 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 3,624. MSDH is also confirming 7 new deaths as a result of the novel coronavirus. The death toll in…
Mississippi Coast police, fire departments among agencies to receive N95 masks donated by Sherwin Williams
(WXXV) — Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced that Sherwin Williams, a leading American manufacturer of paints, has donated 5,000 3M N95 masks to first responders across Mississippi. The masks are being distributed through First Responders of Mississippi (FROM), a non-profit…
Arrested for receiving/possessing stolen property and robbery in Biloxi
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…
COVID-19 hits tourism industry hard
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,…
Local businesses feeling the impact of COVID-19
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…
Local groups band together to feed first responders
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…
Gulfport School District Superintendent speaks on school closure
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…
Governor Tate Reeves announces COVID-19 assistance for homeowners and first responders
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…