15th annual Martini Shakedown
Shaken, stirred, on the rocks or dry, anyway you want it, that’s the way you’ll get it at this year’s Martini Shakedown Saturday at the Beau Rivage. They’ve been shaking it up for 15 years and it’s all to help…
Grant awarded to three Mississippi universities
William Carey University is one of three state university’s receiving a combined total of nearly $2 million in grant money. The Mississippi Department of Education is allocating $1.7 million to William Carey, Delta State University, and Mississippi State University to…
VT Halter awarded nearly $2.9M contract for U.S. Navy Champ program study
VT Halter Marine has won a contract worth nearly $2.9 million by the Naval Sea Systems Command. In 2018, the Navy implemented the Common Hull Auxiliary Mission Platform (CHAMP) program to find replacements for several types of auxiliary ships that…
Hosemann talks solutions to Bonnet Carre Spillway
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann held a press conference in Gulfport this afternoon on the impact of the Bonnet Carre Spillway. The spillway was opened twice this year, causing significant impacts in the Mississippi Sound. The freshwater intrusion from the…
Dead body found in wooded area in Gautier
Earlier today, Gautier police responded to calls of a dead body being found in a wooded area. The dead body was found on the east side of Dolphin Drive in Gautier. Gautier police have not released the victim's gender or…
Gulf Coast braces for Tropical Storm Barry
The hot topic is Tropical Storm Barry and how it will affect coastal Mississippi, but with any storm, staying prepared is important. Forecasters say wind won’t be our biggest factor. The big threat with Barry is flooding. News 25’s Kristen…
Tropical Storm Barry develops in the Gulf
The storm threatening much of the Gulf Coast has reached sustained winds of 40 miles per hour as of this afternoon. It’s been named Tropical Storm Barry. The system is expected to intensify into a hurricane before making landfall Friday…
Fifth annual Frida Fest in Bay St. Louis
The streets of downtown Bay St. Louis will be bright with Mexican fever come Saturday for the fifth annual Frida Fest! This is a free event and is a community driven, grass roots effort to celebrate the art of Frida…
First responders prepare for Tropical Storm Barry
While you make your preparations for the incoming weather, first responders are doing the same, gearing up for what Tropical Storm Barry may bring. First responders are stressing the importance of ‘turn around, don’t drown’ in case flooding occurs in…
Preparing for severe weather
The hot topic today is Tropical Storm Barry and how it will affect coastal Mississippi, but with any storm staying prepared is important. That’s why Harrison County EMA is leaving no stone unturned. News 25 caught up with Harrison County…
Arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle
The Biloxi Police Department arrested 38-year-old James Michael Jordan Jr. of Biloxi on a charge of being in possession of a stolen vehicle. The arrest was the result of a traffic stop conducted in the 2500 block of Beach Blvd.…
Body found off Dolphin Drive in Gautier
A body has reportedly been found off Dolphin Drive in Gautier. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood has more.
Governor Candidate Bill Waller Jr. to Speak on Coast Thursday
Republican candidate for governor Bill Waller Jr. is set to speak in Biloxi on Thursday. The candidate will attend the Mississippi Association of School Superintendents Candidate's Forum at 11:30 a.m. in the Magnolia Ballroom at the Beau Rivage Resort and…
Secretary of State on Coast Thursday Afternoon to Weigh in on Bonnet Carre Spillway Issue
The heavy rainfall expected over the next few days in Mississippi and Louisiana could impact whether or not officials decide to close the Bonnet Carre Spillway. Just a few weeks ago, leaders with the U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers in…
William Carey University Among Recipients of Government Grant
At least one South Mississippi university is happy to see some government spending. William Carey University is one of three state university's receiving a combined total of nearly $2 million dollars in grant money. The Mississippi Department of Education is…
Coast Gears Up with Preparations for Incoming Storm
The hot topic on Thursday is what is happening in our Gulf and how it will affect coastal Mississippi, but with any storm, staying prepared is important. News 25 Today's Gabby Easterwood visits Harrison County Emergency Operations Center and gives…
All Six South Mississippi Counties Now Under Flood Watch
All six South Mississippi counties are under a flood watch with the latest advisory issued for Pearl River County just before five this morning. Throughout the Coast, residents are bracing for heavy rainfall and possible flooding in low lying areas.…
Red Cross Gives Tips for Citizens to Prepare for Incoming Storm
Here are some tips from the Red Cross as you and yours get ready for the storm. As emergency management officials have stressed throughout hurricane season -- have a plan in place and make sure you have an emergency kit.…
Coast Young Professionals Puts on 11th Annual Black Tie and Blue Jeans Gala
Members of the Coast Young Professionals are breaking out their ties and blue jeans for an upcoming gala. Director of Coast Young Professionals Lindsay Adkisson Mitchell joined us for a live in studio interview about the 11th Annual Black Tie…
Poker Run Deals with the Hand Weather Has Dealt: Event is Rescheduled
The weather heading our way has already caused one popular Coast event to reschedule, but the good news is, CASA of Hancock County is still gearing up for its Annual Poker Run. The fundraiser was set to go full throttle…
‘Going Places' scholarship contest
The company Sparklight, formerly known as Cable One, recently made a big announcement. For the 2019 fall semester, Sparklight will award three $3,000 scholarships to people in the community. You must be a student age 17 or older enrolled in…
Gulfport boy battling rare cancer
The life of one local boy and his family has been turned upside down with his recent cancer diagnosis. “You can’t put into words when someone tells you that your son has cancer.” Thirteen-year-old Austin Guidry has been in and…
Moss Point Mayor Mario King facing lawsuit
Eleven people are suing Moss Point Mayor Mario King over claims of age discrimination and harassment. The lawsuit was filed July 2nd against Mayor King. Most of the plaintiffs are current or former Moss Point employees. They accuse King of…
National Kitten Day
It is the cutest day of the year: National Kitten Day. If you have been looking to add a furry friend to your family now is the ‘purrfect’ time. The Humane Society of South Mississippi is full of cats and…