City of Moss Point announces Riverfront boat launch closures
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Moss Point is sharing that the Riverfront boat launch will be closing due to concert series taking place throughout the…
Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi Ocean Springs hosting homecoming closet this weekend
The Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi Ocean Springs is hosting its annual homecoming closet Saturday. Dresses, shoes, jewelry, and accessories for homecoming will be available at…
Mississippi Aquarium celebrating six years on the Gulf Coast
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Six years of making a splash and the Mississippi Aquarium is celebrating with special events, experiences, and plenty of fun for the whole family. We’re…
Coast Electric members can give back through Operation Round Up
Giving back to the community can start with something as simple as rounding up your monthly electric bill. Coast Electric’s Operation Round Up allows members to…
Goodwill of South MS celebrates grand opening of new Hardy Court location
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Bargain hunters and thrift shoppers had plenty to celebrate Thursday as Goodwill of South Mississippi cut the ribbon on its newly…
Gulfport PD searching for two women wanted on drive-by shooting warrants
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Two people are wanted in Gulfport in connection to a drive-by shooting. According to Gulfport Police, 20-year-old Jasmine Marie Rose Viduya and 19-year-old Timyah Charmaine Jones are both currently wanted on an active felony warrant for drive-by shooting.…
E. Brian Rose pleads guilty to tax evasion
In case you missed it, a South Mississippi man and former congressional candidate has pleaded guilty to evading more than two million in federal income taxes. Federal prosecutors…
Mississippi Power Foundation teams up with Goodr to host pop-up grocery markets
For many South Mississippi families, putting food on the table can be a daily challenge. The Mississippi Power Foundation partnered with Goodr to help…
City of Picayune names new chief of police
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Picayune has named its next police chief. Assistant Chief James Bolton will take over the department following the retirement of current Chief Joe Quave in September. Bolton brings 35 years of law enforcement experience…
Gulfport Police searching for missing 60-year-old man David Earl Woods
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing person, David Earl Woods, of Perkinston, Mississippi. Woods is described as a 60-year-old white male, approximately 5’11” tall and weighing 190 pounds, with brown eyes…
Fire crews battled woods fire near Bethel Road Wednesday
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County Fire Protection is sharing details on a woods fire reported Wednesday. The fire happening on Bethel Road around 3 Wednesday afternoon.…
Clocking in with Spencer: What it takes to be a lifeguard
If you are looking for a job where you can make a splash, the Biloxi Natatorium is hiring for life guards. This is not a job where you sit around and work…
Engine fire breaks out on Ship Island Ferry
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- An engine fire broke out aboard the Capt. Pete Ferry this morning during a regularly scheduled Ship Island Excursions trip. Gulfport Fire Chief Billy Kelley tells us the fire started in the engine room, but crew members…
Community gathers at prayer rally in honor of Nolan Wells’ birthday
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Wednesday would have been Nolan Wells’ 19th birthday. In honor of him, one Biloxi church held a prayer rally. Greater St. John AME…
WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis reports at grand opening of new Goodwill location
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Goodwill of South Mississippi is celebrating the grand opening of their newest location this morning. That celebration taking place at…
Sting operation in Wiggins leads to business' beer permit being revoked
Wiggins, Miss. (WXXV) - The Wiggins Police Department is alerting the public to a case they've been working on. Starting July 22nd of this…
Mississippi Aquarium releasing turtles in Alabama
The Mississippi Aquarium will be hosting a turtle release Thursday in Alabama. Taking place on Dauphin Island, one Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle named Circle and one Loggerhead named Pyramid will be returning to the water. The turtle release is taking…
Gulf Blue Navigator earns Time magazine recognition
A South Mississippi-based startup accelerator is getting national recognition. Gulf Blue Navigator has been named one of America’s best incubators and accelerators for 2026 by Time magazine. Operated through…
Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell launches campaign for state attorney general
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Surrounded by family, friends, and supporters, Department of Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell announced his intentions to run for attorney general in Mississippi’s…
Local law enforcement agencies kicking off 2026 ‘Driver Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign
If you’re hitting the road for Labor Day, you’ll want to pay close attention. Law enforcement agencies across Mississippi are stepping up…
Two Coastal cities issue burn bans amid dry conditions
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The cities of Waveland and Bay St. Louis are still under a burn ban, as extremely dry conditions continue to create an increased…
Silver Slipper Casino hosting job fair this week
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- Silver Slipper Casino is looking to fill a variety of positions with a job fair this Thursday. The event runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Blue Bayou Bar and Grill inside the casino.…
2026 Peter Anderson Festival t-shirt design unveiled
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The official t-shirt design for this year’s Peter Anderson Festival has been unveiled. Gulfport Artist Adam Plitt created the 2026 design, featuring Peter Anderson throwing pottery, along with details inspired by the festival. The shirts go…