Clydesdales return to the Coast
The Budweiser Clydesdales are ready to tour the Mississippi Gulf Coast! Their first stop is in Downtown Biloxi. News 25’s Victoria Bailey is there with more.
Mississippi Lottery Corp. makes first transfer
Our state is already parlaying money from lottery tickets sales. Scratch-off tickets went on sale here in Mississippi back on November 25th of last year. The first day of scratch-off ticket sales alone reeled in more than $2 million for…
Accident in north Harrison County
One person is injured after an early morning accident on Interstate 10 near the Delisle Road exit in north Harrison County this morning. The accident involved multiple vehicles and happened just before 5 a.m., initially stopping then delaying traffic along…
One shot at Biloxi apartment complex
A shooting last night in Harrison County sent one man to the hospital. According to Major Chris De Back with the Biloxi Police, a man in his 20s was shot last night around 7:30 at the Gates of Biloxi apartment…
Free tax filing services offered through VITA program
The Jackson County Civic Action Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is open and ready to do your taxes. The VITA program offers free tax preparation services for individuals and families who make up to $56,000 per year. The service…
Small Business Administration opening new Business Recovery Center in Hancock County
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV) — The Small Business Administration Office of Disaster Assistance is opening a 2nd Business Recovery Center in Hancock County. At the Business Recovery Center, small businesses can get one-on-one assistance with submitting an application for low-interest disaster…
Car accident causing delays on I-10 westbound past Long Beach/County Farm Road Exit 28
The Mississippi Department of Transportation is reporting a car accident on I-10 westbound past Long Beach/County Farm Road Exit 28. At 7:28 a.m., MDOT said the traffic impact from the accideent is "moderate" and to expect delays for about one…
Multi-vehicle accident on I-10 near DeLisle sends one person to hospital
DELISLE, Miss. (WXXV) — A multi-vehicle accident sent one person to the hospital early Wednesday morning. The accident involved four vehicles, including a box truck, and temporarily shut down I-10 as crews cleaned up the wreckage. [gallery td_gallery_title_input="Multi-vehicle accident on…
Car accident on Interstate 10 causing traffic delays near DeLisle
DELISLE, Miss. (WXXV) — An early morning car accident snarled westbound traffic on I-10 in Harrison County. According to the Mississippi Department of Transportation, the accident occurred near the exit for DeLisle/Pass Christian. Initially, all westbound lanes were blocked. MDOT…
Sixth annual Biloxi Shuckers Job Fair
Another Shuckers Job Fair is in the books. Tonight, residents gathered at MGM Park in Biloxi for a chance to join the Shuckers family. “I tried to be the mascot, but I’m a little short.” There were several other positions…
Candlelight vigil for missing mariner
The U.S. Coast Guard has announced that they’ve called off the search for the three missing mariners whose vessel sunk on Sunday near Louisiana. Friends and family gathered for a candlelight vigil tonight at the Washington Street Pier in Bay…
Appealed denied in aggravated assault case
A simple booking typo sparked a long legal battle between Merlin Williams and the state of Mississippi. Merlin Williams was found guilty of assault in Harrison County, but since his name was misspelled, Williams appealed and claimed he was the…
Best Practices from the Boss
This morning, Harrah’s Gulf Coast General Manager and Senior Vice President Jonathan Jones gave insight to his success at the ‘Best Practices from the Boss’ event. Jones spoke to business leaders in attendance about his success and what steps are…
Budweiser Clydesdales visit the Coast
We have some celebrities on the Coast this week, but they are not what you might think. Clydesdales have been the iconic face of Budweiser beer for over 80 years. Everywhere they go, they draw a crowd. They are here…
Man wounded in shootout with Hancock County deputies
A man wounded in a shootout with Hancock County deputies has been flown to a local hospital for treatment. Hancock County Chief Deputy Jeremy Skinner said deputies were dispatched to a home in the Kiln around 7 p.m. on Monday…
Candlelight vigil for missing mariner
The U.S. Coast Guard has announced that they have called off the search for the three missing mariners whose vessel sunk on Saturday in Louisiana. A candlelight vigil is planned tonight for one missing mariner who is from Bay St.…
Biloxi Shuckers Job Fair
Do you have what it takes to join the Biloxi Shuckers? Well, today is your chance to sign up! News 25’s Victoria Bailey is at the annual Shuckers Job Fair with more.
WXXV is the official Lottery partner for South Mississippi
Powerball and Mega Millions games launch in Mississippi on January 30th. Tune into WXXV on Tuesdays and Fridays at 10 p.m. for Mega Millions numbers. Powerball numbers will be televised on WXXV on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 9:59 p.m. Purchases…
Plan for Vacation Day
Grab your suitcases because today is ‘National Plan for Vacation Day.’ Believe it or not, Americans have left a whopping 768 million vacation days unused in 2018, that’s nine percent up from 2017. It’s not too late to plan for…
Tougaloo College on the Coast
High school students and community college students in South Mississippi took advantage of all the resources at Tougaloo College's ‘On the Coast’ event. This was a perfect opportunity for students looking towards the next chapter of their education. Students got…
Risk of coronavirus on the Coast
Coughing, congestion, and fatigue, those are just some of the symptoms of the coronavirus now spreading in the U.S. The coronavirus is an upper respiratory virus that doctors say is actually very common, as we see it every year in…
Meet Bocephus! News 25's Pet of the Week
Meet Bocephus! Our News 25 Pet of the week from the Jackson County Animal Shelter Gautier, MS! He's in need of a loving family to play with!
Gov. Tate Reeves is shutting down "Unit 29" inside the prison where 9 inmates have died
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves says the state will take steps to close part of a notorious prison that has been rocked by deadly violence. Reeves gave his first State of the State speech Monday. He said…
Consequences of tax fraud
It will cost you more than a guilty conscience if you’re misleading on your tax return. News 25’s Victoria Bailey spent the day with a certified tax preparer to find out just what that means. "They're just waiting on you…