Pet of the Week: Buzz is looking for a forever home
Every other Wednesday we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us as always is Katie King to…
Voters hear from candidates ahead of election day
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- On Tuesday night, political candidates were given the chance to speak directly to voters as we quickly approach the November 3 election. Nine candidates…
Fairbanks Morse Defense breaks ground on new naval manufacturing center in Pascagoula
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)-A major expansion in Pascagoula could strengthen naval manufacturing here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. A major investment in naval manufacturing is…
Picayune police request information after hearing what they believe to be gunshots
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- The Picayune Police Department is asking for the public’s help relating to another shooting. Around 9:40 last night, police heard what…
Road closure scheduled on Church Street in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport is alerting the public to a road closure set to start on Thursday. A section of Church Street between Watkins Avenue…
Fleetwood Mac tribute band set to perform at iMPAC
An exciting night of live music is coming to the Gulf Coast, the iMPAC will soon host Sweet Fleet, a Fleetwood Mac tribute band. That performance is…
Llamapalooza happening in Biloxi this weekend
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Get ready for live music, great food, and a whole lot of fun in Biloxi. Fly Llama Brewing is gearing up for its annual Llamapalooza Street Festival…
Spirit Halloween prepares for local events
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Spirit Halloween in Gulfport is helping families get ready for the season with costumes, decorations, and a program that gives back to children in need. From costumes…
Biloxi Fire Department honors fallen firefighters at memorial service
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Fire Department is honoring three fallen firefighters, including two who lost their lives in the line of duty 40 years. Anthony Rousseau, Kurt Jacquet, and Karl Ohr were remembered during a memorial service Tuesday at…
HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding awarded contract modification for DDG 1002 Sea Trials
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Ingalls Shipbuilding has been awarded a $99 million contract modification from the Navy to conduct Sea Trials for the Lydon B. Johnson,…
New lanes of I-10 now open to traffic in Harrison and Hancock counties
New lanes are now open on I-10 as the widening project in Harrison and Hancock counties continues to make headway. Major progress has…
Former Biloxi Police Chief Bruce Dunagan passes away
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Biloxi is mourning the loss of former Biloxi Police Chief Bruce Dunagan. Dunagan dedicated 37 years to law enforcement, working his way through the ranks before becoming chief of the Biloxi Police Department. He…
Landowner demands answers after claims that construction crews damaged his land
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A Gulfport property owner is demanding answers after he says construction crews building a St. Jude Home damaged his land. The property…
Burn bans take effect in parts of South Mississippi
Burn bans are going in effect in some parts of South Mississippi. The Wiggins Fire Department is alerting residents that Stone County is under a burn ban…
Multiple agencies perform water rescue in Bay St. Louis on Saturday
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- On Saturday, the Bay St. Louis Fire Department responded to a boater in distress after his boat sank. The person…
WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis previews upcoming Halloween events
Halloween is a little over a week away and Coast organizations are getting into the spirit. Throughout the week and next, spooky events and fun fall activities…
Boating season winds down as Long Beach Harbor reopens: tips for putting your boat away
It has been a big week at the Long Beach Harbor. City leaders cut the ribbon on phase one of the $4 million Gateway Project, and the Jim Simpson Pier is open again for the first time since Hurricane Zeta…
Picayune Police searching for suspect in weekend shooting
Picayune, Miss. (WXXV)- The Picayune Police Department is sharing details on a shooting incident that happened on Saturday. According to police, officers were dispatched to an incident on 6th Avenue near Forest Street around 9 PM. No one was reported…
Pass Christian home saved due to early detection
Pass Christian, Miss. (WXXV)- Last week, the Pass Christian Fire Department responded to an alarm activated by a smoke detector in a home. When firefighters arrived, they found a pot left on the stove with the contents inside burned. Fortunately,…
Island of Misfits Halloween Spectacular at Red Barnett Senior Center
Get ready for a spooky celebration as the Red Barnett Senior Center presents its Island of Misfits Halloween Spectacular. We’re talking festive fun, Halloween spirit, and…
Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney discusses ‘Strengthen Mississippi Homes’ program
A group, including Mississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney, gathered at a home in Biloxi. A new roof was put on the house as part of the ‘Strengthen…
West Harrison High School ranked #2 high school in Mississippi
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- West Harrison High School is earning statewide recognition, ranking among the best in the state. West Harrison High School earned the number…
School Safety Expert Says Every Threat Must Be Taken Seriously
A threatening social media post placed several Coast school districts on high alert Monday morning, prompting an immediate law enforcement response and investigation. School threats often…
104th annual Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair returns
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair is back in Pascagoula for another year of rides, live entertainment, and family favorites. Now in its 104th…