Coast author releases new book
A Coast author is out with a new book for young girls aimed at celebrating the power of being unique. Moss Point native Lane Bird celebrated the release of her book ‘Unique’ with a book signing at Barnes and Noble…
Storm surge barrier meeting
A local resident is raising public awareness for his plan to combat storm surge along the Mississippi Coast. Diamondhead resident Lee Taylor knows firsthand the damage storm surge can do to coastal areas. He moved to the area a few…
Auto burglary arrest
Biloxi police responded to a report of suspicious activity Saturday night on Beach Boulevard. Jon Perry Oler of Mobile, Alabama was found by officers attempting to enter multiple vehicles. Police say Oler allegedly got into a vehicle and stole items.…
Possession of a weapon arrest
Biloxi police arrested a man late Sunday night, charging him with felon in possession of a weapon. Biloxi police encountered Roberto Cruz near the 7200 block of Woolmarket Road while investigating a possible DUI incident. During the incident, Cruz was…
Seabee Base in Gulfport moves to "Solid Curtain" portion of annual Navy-wide force protection exercise
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Naval Construction Battalion Center (NCBC) Gulfport is moving on to the "Solid Curtain" portion of the annual Navy-wide force protection exercise. Last week the "Citadel Shield" portion of the exercise took place, which involved a field…
Long-awaited construction set to begin on housing in Biloxi for persons affected by HIV/AIDS
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – A demolition ceremony to mark the start of major renovations to Augusta House is scheduled for Wednesday. The Augusta House is a residence for persons affected by HIV/AIDS and home to the South Mississippi AIDS Task…
Mississippi Coast Convention Center 'sanitized, cleaned, scrubbed' after illnesses
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — The director of the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center says their building has been thoroughly cleaned and disinfected following reports of illnesses among groups that had events there. Dozens of people who attended a Mardi…
Mega Millions winning numbers for February 7th 2020
Here are the winning numbers for tonight’s Mega Millions draw.
Third annual ‘Daddy Daughter Dance’
It’s a night on the town for some little girls and their dads. The third annual ‘Daddy Daughter Dance’ took place tonight. Young ladies ages four through 12 and their dates dressed to impress and enjoyed a night of food,…
‘Mommy Son Night’ at the Salvation Army
This weekend in Biloxi, mothers will have the chance to spend some quality time with their sons. The ‘Mommy Son Game Night’ is back again at the Salvation Army Kroc Center. Moms will get to spend the night playing all…
Sixty-third annual Biloxi Boat Expo
We love our waterways here on the Coast and one expo has returned this weekend to help sportsmen and others enjoy the open water. The 63rd annual Biloxi Boat Show opened today at noon and brings over 20 dealers from…
Surprise reunion at Woolmarket Elementary
There were a lot of tears and smiles at Woolmarket Elementary this morning as a military dad reunited with his son. For Ezra Knight, what started out as an ordinary day in kindergarten turned into one he will never forget…
American Heart Association’s ‘Go Red for Women Day’
Today is the American Heart Association’s ‘Go Red for Women Day.’ The day is designed to increase women’s heart health awareness and serve as a catalyst for change to improve the lives of women globally. Here in Mississippi, raising awareness…
Dozens sick from Mississippi Coast Convention Center visit
Dozens of people caught an illness after events at the Coast Convention Center. Two separate groups of people from separate events reported they became ill after attending events at the convention center. News 25 spoke with Executive Director Matt McDonnell…
Deadly hit and run suspect appears in court
The suspect in Wednesday’s deadly hit-and-run at CSL Plasma Center in Gulfport made his initial court appearance today. Thirty-four year-old Justin Overall’s bond was set at more than $3.5 million. He’s been charged with manslaughter, five counts of aggravated assault,…
Daddy Daughter Dance
It’s a night of elegance in Gulfport as the annual Daddy-Daughter Dance kicks off and it’s all for a good cause. News 25’s Victoria Bailey has more.
Elks Mardi Gras Parade tomorrow in downtown Ocean Springs
It’s time to get the Mardi Party going in Ocean Springs. The first parade of the Carnival Season in Ocean Springs will be tomorrow at 1 p.m. The Ocean Springs Elks Mardi Gras Parade with Krewe Unique will roll the…
Gulf Coast Historical and Cultural Exposition
The history of the Gulf Coast is being celebrated today for the first day of the Gulf Coast Historical and Cultural Exposition. Historical organizations and destinations are gathered at the Biloxi Visitors Center for this event, including Beauvoir, the Mardi…
ESCI conducts study for Biloxi
Looking for ways to improve is always important, especially when it comes to first responders and keeping residents on the Coast safe which is why the Biloxi Fire Department requested and received a federal grant to bring in the Emergency…
Get a Head Start on Coast Weekend Events with Finally Friday with Porsha Williams
It's Finally Friday and as many of you are heading into the final day of your work week - we have some things you might want to consider while making your plans here on our Mississippi Gulf Coast. News 25…
Tune in Monday with Gautier Mayor for Mayoral Monday
In 2019, the city of Gautier saw major improvements in an ongoing sewage problem, as well as water quality improvements, and a new walking trail and fitness area. Tune in on Monday on FOX at 8 am to hear the…
The Code: Black History Series History
As Black History Month ramps up, the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center is honoring Civil Rights trailblazers in a major way. The entire month of February, Coast residents are invited to listen, learn, and enjoy a three part series recognizing…
Looking inside the ‘Soul of the Coast’
Though efforts to improve the quality of life for African-Americans are as old as the United States, the fight for equality really ramped up in the 1950s and 60s. That fight, we know as the Civil Rights era. In the…