Hattiesburg man sentenced for child sex crimes
A Hattiesburg man will serve 20 years in prison for distributing child sexual abuse material. Attorney General Lynn Fitch’s office says 54-year-old Kenneth Loveless was sentenced recently in Forrest…
18-year-old wanted by Gulfport Police on felony warrant for drive-by shooting
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-An 18-year-old is wanted in Gulfport in connection to a drive-by shooting. Desmond Dedward Hall is currently wanted by Gulfport PD on an active felony warrant for drive-by shooting. He is described as 6’ tall and weighing approximately…
Powerball jackpot continues to rise after no winner Monday
Someone could become very wealthy later this week. The Powerball jackpot is now worth around $975 million. This comes after no one had the grand prize ticket Monday night. Despite that, some people did collect significant prizes. One ticket purchased…
Jackson County Fire Protection crews battle shop fire in Vancleave leading to evacuation
Vancleave, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County Fire Protection crews responded to a shop fire in Vancleave Monday night. The fire happening on Moungers Road. Crews located the fire and worked to contain the flames. Due to the conditions and inability to…
Singing River Health System teams up with the Blood Center for donation drives
Singing River Health System is hosting a series of blood drives this month in partnership with the Blood Center. The drives take place…
The Nutcracker ballet returns to Saenger Theatre after nine years
D'IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV) -- The annual Nutcracker ballet will once again bring dancers of all ages and skill levels to the stage for the holiday season, but…
Progress continues on Jim Simpson Memorial Pier in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Reconstruction work on a Long Beach pier destroyed by Hurricane Zeta is nearly complete. The city shared an update on the progress…
Saronic expands operations to Port of Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A company that builds autonomous ships is expanding its operations to Gulfport, establishing a new testing site at the Port of Gulfport. Saronic will use the…
‘Toxic Beauty’ exhibit at Mississippi Aquarium highlights the impact of ocean plastic pollution
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- An art exhibit is shining a spotlight on the impact of plastic pollution in our oceans. ‘Toxic Beauty’ is open…
Democratic Congressional Candidate Jeffrey Hulum III to speak at town hall
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Democratic candidate for Mississippi’s fourth congressional district is set to speak at a community town hall in Gulfport Tuesday. State Representative…
Lucedale man sentenced for battery, domestic violence
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-A Lucedale man will spend 25 years behind bars after pleading guilty to sexual battery and aggravated domestic violence. Thirty-six-year-old Logan Barber was sentenced to 40 years, with 25 years to serve day for day without parole.…
Gulfport man pleads guilty to second-degree murder of 16-year-old
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A Gulfport man will spend 35 years in prison for the 2024 shooting death of a 16-year-old. Twenty-one-year-old Elijah Eckford pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and shooting into a dwelling. Gulfport police found 16-year-old Zaelyn Braxton shot…
City of Poplarville announces opening date for new post office
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Poplarville’s postal employees will finally move into their new permanent post office location, something that’s been years in the making. The new location at 935 South Main Street will be open for business at 8:30…
Good Bros Seafood hosting clothing giveaway in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Giving back to the community is what it’s all about for Good Bros Seafood. They’re hosting a clothing giveaway to help local families.…
Anime Town heading to the Gulf Coast
If you’re a fan of anime, cosplay, gaming, or all things pop culture, there is a big event coming back to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Anime Town is returning…
Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi Ocean Springs hosting Homecoming Closet
School is back in session which means homecoming and formal season is approaching. Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs is preparing to host their annual homecoming closet. Members…
Missing support dog leaves void for South Mississippi family
Dogs are often called a man’s best friend, but for some families, they’re much more than just a pet. They’re a source of comfort, protection, and unconditional…
CTE instructors learn rail safety at MGCCC Amtrak safety training
With rail safety playing a critical role in many careers, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is making sure students start with the right knowledge. Friday, instructors…
Community Action of South Mississippi holding public hearing
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Community Action of South Mississippi is holding a public hearing for next Wednesday, August 12. They are looking for the community’s input on the…
City of Pascagoula now accepting vendor applications for ‘Goula Cruise’
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula is accepting vendors for their ‘Goula Cruise’ in October. Goula Cruise is set to return to Beach Park October…
USM, Integer receive more funding for AI software development
A Mississippi partnership is receiving another major investment to help advance the future of Navy undersea technology. Integer Technologies and the University of Southern Mississippi have been awarded…
State Auditor: $1.09 million recovered in fiscal year 2026
Mississippi State Auditor Shad White says his office recovered more than $1.09 million in taxpayer money during fiscal year 2026 and returned those funds to the appropriate…
Ocean Springs Chamber to hose State of the City Address
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Chamber-Main Street will be hosting Mayor Bobby Cox's state of the city address later this month. On August 26, the public…
Two Picayune Police K-9 units achieve annual detection certification
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- On July 30, two of the Picayune Police Department’s K9 officers attended a certification test hosted by the Mobile Police Department. Officer Jennifer Callais…