Mississippi West Coast Career Fair Showcase offers students a look at future careers
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- High school juniors got a hands-on look at their futures on Thursday. The Mississippi West Coast Career Showcase…
Jackson County Sheriff’s Office recognizes dispatchers hard work
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Following Thursday’s shooting, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department gave a shout out to their day shift dispatchers. They were recognized for their professionalism and…
Suspect killed in officer involved shooting in Pascagoula identified
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Coroner's Office has identified the suspect killed in Thursday’s officer-involved shooting at the Jackson County Courthouse. Coroner Bruce Lynd identified the suspect as 59-year-old David Wyrick of North Carolina. According to the coroner, Wyrick…
Friends of community leader Karen Sock remember her life and legacy
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- South Mississippi is mourning the loss of a beloved community leader and former casino executive. Karen Sock passed away on Wednesday. Now, those who knew her are looking back on her…
Lad Project hosting annual Children’s Fest
The Lad Project is hosting its third annual Children’s Fest coming up next weekend. Shawanda Dedeaux and Marsha Garziano join us ahead of all the fun. The fun takes place…
Coast Transit Authority and Mississippi Aquarium celebrating Earth Day
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Coast Transit Authority is teaming up with the Mississippi Aquarium to celebrate Earth Day with a free, family friendly event on the Gulf Coast. …
Slinging the Coast returns to South Mississippi
A Polaris Slingshot is a vehicle with three tires and plenty of power under the hood. These unique vehicles are becoming increasingly popular. Hundreds of them will be here…
Singing River Health System recognizes Donate Life Month
Singing River Health System marked National Donate Life Month with events focused on saving lives and encouraging organ donation. Flag raising ceremonies were held at Singing River Hospitals…
Earth Day Sound Bath at Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art
The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art is hosting a special Earth Day event. It’s called a sound bath. Sagnite and Ernesto Castro, along with Amanda Wyner, join us with…
United Way of South Mississippi holding annual Dragon Boat Festival
The United Way Dragon Boat Festival is coming up fast! The festival will be located at Harrah’s Gulf Coast Great Lawn on April 25. Kathy Springer joins us in studio…
Scuba Steve arrested on charges of impersonating a law enforcement officer
A man known locally as Scuba Steve is facing charges after he impersonated an officer at a street fair. The incident happened Saturday morning during the Picayune Street Fair. Officers were clearing vehicles from a barricaded area when one driver,…
One dead after officer-involved shooting at Jackson County Courthouse in Pascagoula
Jackson, Miss. - The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Jackson County Sheriff's Office and Gautier Police Department that occurred on April…
Moss Point woman wanted in connection with shooting into a vehicle turns herself in
On April 16, 2026, Amarian Milan Watson of Moss Point turned herself in at the Moss Point Police Department. Watson was wanted for allegedly Shooting into a Vehicle and Attempted Aggravated Assault following an incident in which gunfire was discharged…
Moore Community Head Start hosting Spring Festival
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Moore Community House Early Head Start is hosting their spring festival on Saturday. The fun starts at noon in Gulfport at the Linda Lyons Building…
Community invited to City of Long Beach Radish Festival
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach will be celebrating their Radish Festival on Saturday. The fun kicks off on Jeff Davis Avenue at 9…
City of Gautier invites community to Earth Day Celebration
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier is hosting an Earth Day celebration Friday at Shepard State Park. Guests can come out from 9 a.m. until 3…
George County teen located safely
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- We have an update on the missing teen out of George County we told you about Wednesday. The George County Sheriff’s Office says Kaelynn Underwood has been…
Man arrested on multiple charges in Biloxi stabbing
Dwight Peters was arrested in Jackson County on outstanding warrants for aggravated assault, armed robbery, and contempt of court, authorities said. The charges stem from an October 2025 incident at the Golden Nugget in Biloxi, where Peters and Cynthia Herron…
Community mourning Dr. Jim Franks
The Gulf Coast is mourning the loss of Dr. Jim Franks. Dr. Franks was a senior researcher at the Gulf Coast Research Lab’s Center for Fisheries. He is also one of…
Wednesday afternoon wildfire in Jackson County contained
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County fire crews battled a wildfire that was approaching homes in the Latimer community Wednesday afternoon in the area of Pine Avenue and Shady Pine Drive. Fire crews spent much of the afternoon and evening…
Junior Auxiliary of Hancock County hosting KidFit Day
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Junior Auxiliary of Hancock County is hosting a health and fitness day for kids. They’re teaming up with Ochsner Medical Center. Anne Pitre joins…
A Latte Friends hosting inclusive Walk and Roll event
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- A Latte Friends is hosting an inclusive Walk and Roll event this month. The event takes place in D’Iberville on April 25. Wendy Fayard…
Greenpal app brings lawn care to Gulf Coast
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- If your grass is growing faster than your weekend plans, there’s a new app on the Coast that could help. Greenpal, known as the…
Mississippi Power awards grant money to local emergency management agencies
With severe weather season here, and hurricane season just around the corner, Mississippi Power is helping local emergency agencies prepare. The Mississippi Power Foundation awarded emergency management agencies in 24 Mississippi counties a $2,500 grant for storm preparedness resources, including…