Get Friday Evening's Local NBC News Right Here
See all the latest local updates from Friday evening's 5:30 p.m. news here.
All countries
155,424,553
Total confirmed cases
Updated on May 5, 2021 12:18 pm
H.I.V. Pre-Exposure Intervention Call Center Now Available in MS
Friday, the Mississippi State Department of Health (M.S.D.H.), in collaboration with the American Sexual Health Association, announces the availability of a new toll-free call center with information and referrals for those interested in pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), a prevention option for those at high risk of contracting H.I.V.
Catholic Priest, Louie Lohan, Retires After 44 Yrs on Coast
Father Louie has been serving the Gulf Coast for almost 44 years and Thursday night, the public got a chance to say goodbye.
Jackson Co. Animal Shelters Needs Home for Pig & Horses
The Jackson County Animal Shelter is not only looking for homes for cats and dogs, but they are also looking for permanent homes for some larger friends as well.
Caesars Entertainment Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Thursday, Caesars Entertainment issued a statement regarding the operations of its Biloxi casino, Harrah’s Gulf Coast.
Exhibit at Gulfport-Biloxi Airport Displays Model of Skiff
A new exhibit showcasing the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum in Biloxi is now on display on the first floor of the terminal at the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport.
Moss Point Adopts Program to Provide Free Books to Kids
The City of Moss Point has adopted a program where you can get children's books mailed to you monthly for free.
Parents Want Police Athletic League to Reopen
Earlier this month the Gulfport Police Department announced the Police Athletic League (P.A.L.) will be closing, but now, parents of children who attended P.A.L. say they are fighting to get the program reopened.
Ocean Springs Chief of Police Set to Retire
Ocean Springs Chief of Police, Lionel Cothern, is retiring after 30 years of service with the department and seven years as Chief.