South Mississippi media figure Ricky Mathews to release new book
Longtime Sun Herald publisher and South Mississippi media figure Ricky Mathews is releasing a new book, 21 years to the day after Hurricane Katrina. ‘Finding Hope:…
Low interest disaster loans available for those impacted by tropical storm Arthur
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI (WXXV) -- In June, the remnants of tropical storm Arthur caused historic flooding which impacted south Mississippi residents across multiple counties. Now,…
Singing River Health System Blood drives continue this week
Singing River Health System is hosting a series of blood drives this week, in partnership with the Blood Center. The drives are taking place at Singing River hospitals in Gulfport and Pascagoula as healthcare providers continue to address the nationwide…
Ben Crump, Al Sharpton, Congressional Leaders to join Nolan Wells' family in call for federal review
Atlanta, Ga (WXXV) – Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, civil rights activist Rev. Al Sharpton, Congresswoman Lucy McBath, and the parents of Nolan Wells are set to hold a news conference Thursday as calls grow for a federal review into…
City of Ocean Springs hosting ribbon cutting for JB’s Dugout
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Ocean Springs is inviting the public to a ribbon cutting ceremony for JB’s Dugout. The ceremony takes place Saturday,…
Lawsuit seeks to ban Trump Media from charging for early access to president’s posts on US policy
By BERNARD CONDON NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump was sued in federal court Wednesday to stop him from making money off a new, paid service at his Truth Social company offering early, exclusive access to his posts on U.S.…
Pascagoula launching ‘state of the city’ video series
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula is sharing they are launching a new state of the city video series. Over the next few days, city officials will…
Hancock County bed build and bedding drive aims to help children without beds
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Every child deserves a bed of their own. That’s the goal of a local bed build and donation drive…
Harrison County Sheriff’s Office remembers Deputy Robert Immel
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office is taking a moment to remember the life of a deputy. Deputy Robert Immel recently passed away, serving with…
Lucedale woman arrested on credit card fraud charges against elderly victim
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Lucedale woman accused of using an elderly victim’s credit card information. Investigators say 46-year-old Chasity Baker made more than $2,000 in unauthorized purchases. Baker is now charged with…
Ground Zero Blues Club Biloxi settles federal sexual harassment, retaliation lawsuit
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A well-known Biloxi music venue will pay $35,000 to settle a federal sexual harassment and retaliation lawsuit. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s lawsuit in the matter alleges that one of the co-owners of the Ground Zero Blues…
Advocates for Freedom hosting ‘Twilight Evening in Blue’ to raise awareness for human trafficking
Human trafficking is an issue impacting communities right here on the Gulf Coast. We’re talking about an event raising money to support…
Powerball Jackpot reaches $1 Billion ahead of Wednesday night drawing
The Powerball craze across the country continues in the hours leading up to tonight’s drawing. The jackpot is now worth one billion dollars after no one…
Perseid Meteor Shower 2026: Best viewing times for South Mississippi stargazers
Calling all stargazers! The annual Perseid Meteor Shower is reaching its peak Wednesday night into early Thursday morning. This year’s new moon will provide darker…
Biloxi Police Department temporarily under new leadership
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Assistant Police Chief Grandver Everett has been temporarily appointed as the acting interim director of the Biloxi Police Department. The city is working to determine who…
Tropical Storm Cristobal forms in Atlantic
Tropical Storm Cristobal is now the third named storm of the season. The National Hurricane Center reports that Tropical Storm Cristobal has formed over the central subtropical Atlantic. Cristobal is moving quickly eastward at about 25 mph. A turn toward…
Picayune Police Department addresses officer’s arrest in Louisiana
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- The Picayune Police Department is sharing details on an arrest of an officer. Officer Mike Alquist was arrested in Pearl River, Louisiana Tuesday, charged with…
Biloxi Fire Department battles Wednesday morning fire
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- Around 3:45 on Wednesday morning, the Biloxi Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Southern Avenue. Crews found a large fire threatening the surrounding area. First arriving units provided large volumes of water and contained the…
Biloxi City Council calls special meeting as budget deadline nears
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- As the deadline for the City of Biloxi’s budget looms, council members are making their final adjustments. Another special-called meeting was held…
Mississippi lawmakers approve changes to youth court system
Mississippi lawmakers have approved sweeping changes to the state’s youth court system after a lapse in state law threatened access to confidential court records. The new law restores…
One person found deceased in water; Wiggins Police believe it was an accidental drowning
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV) - First responders located and recovered a deceased individual from a body of water on Tuesday evening following an extensive search effort, according to the Wiggins Police Department. Around 5:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to a report…
MGCCC to host job fair for former Hood Industries workers, flood victims
PERKINSTON, Miss. (WXXV)- MGCCC’s Perkinston campus will be hosting a job fair this Friday and Saturday. The fair is geared to help former Hood…
Mississippi 911 emergency professionals gather in Biloxi for annual conference
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- 911 coordinators and operators from across the state are gathering in Biloxi this week for their annual conference. The event focuses on training,…
Goodwill of South Mississippi celebrating Hardy Court location opening
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Goodwill of South Mississippi is expanding and bringing more services and opportunities to local families. Goodwill is moving its Hardy Court location into a larger…