Swimming with the dolphins
One of the most popular things to do during the warmer months is go splash around in the Mississippi Sound, but due to the recent algal blooms affecting the Coast many beaches are closed. There are still many things you…
Jackson County Shelter adoption sale
Jackson County residents had the opportunity today to bring home furry companions at little to no cost. The Jackson County Animal Shelter prepared for the Fourth of July holiday by holding an adoption sale, giving residents the opportunity to give…
Voter registration deadlines approaching
Election season is here and that means the deadline for voter registration is too. The deadline to register for the upcoming primary election is July 8th and July 29th for the runoff primary election. To register visit your county circuit…
Toxic algae bloom invades Jackson County
Four additional Gulf Coast beaches are now closed due to the toxic algae bloom. Of those four beaches, two are in Jackson County, making this the first time that the algae have been spotted in the area. Fourth of July…
Arrested for burglary of a dwelling
Nineteen-year-old Austin Pennington is now behind bars for one felony count of burglary. Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson tells News 25 deputies responded to a complaint of a burglary in the 12,000 block of Canal Road on July 1st. Pennington…
Man charged with kidnapping following standoff in Pass Christian
Harrison County deputies have arrested 55-year-old Hiram Smith following the standoff that happened in Pass Christian on Monday. Sheriff Troy Peterson tells News 25 Smith forced his way into his estranged wife’s home on J.P. Ladner Road. Smith held her…
72nd annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
Seventy-two years of record breaking fishing, festival fun, food and entertainment, that’s what the Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo has brought to our Coast. Starting tomorrow, those boats will be getting back into the waters to kick start the seven…
Fourth of July celebration in Ocean Springs
If you want to get a head start on your Independence Day celebration, Ocean Springs is the place to be! The city’s annual fireworks display takes place tonight at 8:45. Fireworks will be launched from a barge in the water…
Mississippi tops list of 'Worst Drivers in America'
For the second year in a row, Mississippi tops a nationwide study. Mississippi is laying claim to the title of the state with the worst drivers in America. This is according to a study and statistics gathered by the group…
Missing person: Allen Eugene Turner
Be on the lookout for 68-year-old Allen Eugene Turner. Turner walked away from a group home located on Campbell Circle in Gulfport on June 10, 2019 and has not been seen or heard from since. Turner is a black male…
MDEQ Issues Three Additional Beach Closures
The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, issued additional closures Wednesday for three beach stations (Stations 11, 12B, and 13A) in Harrison County due to a blue-green Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) extending into those areas.…
Fundraiser underway to help gather school supplies for locals
Carl G. Lewis, owner of Positive Kids Songs, joined News 25 live in the studio to share details on a fundraiser underway to lend a helping hand and gather school supplies for local kids in need.
Marston Rogers Group discusses small business and retirement
Kathy Rogers of Marston Rogers Group talks with Troy Thompson of On The Pulse about what small business owners should be thinking about when it's time to plan for retirement. Marston Rogers Group 228-206-5902 1543 Oneal Road Gulfport, MS 39503…
Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo Starts Thursday
Starting Thursday the waters will be filled once again for the start of the 72nd annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Accident on I-10 westbound near the Pascagoula River in Jackson County
An accident has been reported just west of the Pascagoula River Bridge in Jackson County Wednesday morning.
Independence Day Gas Prices - Where Does Mississippi Rank
The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas in Mississippi today rings in at $2.27.
Mississippi Ranks #1…for Worst Drivers
For the second year in a row, Mississippi tops a nationwide study, laying claim to the title of the state with the worst drivers in America.
Where to shoot fireworks in Harrison County
Fourth of July wouldn’t be the same without fireworks, but of course there’s a time and place for those interested in having your own fireworks display. According to the ‘Fireworks Ordinance’ of the Harrison County Board of Supervisors, you aren’t…
Four sent to hospital after wreck on Highway 49
An infant was life-flighted to a trauma center and three other people were sent to the hospital after a wreck on Highway 49. Just before 6 this evening, two cars wrecked on Highway 49 near Jim Lee Road. The car…
MDEQ Issues Four More Beach Closures
The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, issued additional closures Tuesday for four beach stations (Stations 11A, 12A, 14, and 15) due to a blue-green Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) extending into that area. The previous…
Hearts of Art Camp at Walter Anderson Museum of Art
The Walter Anderson Museum of Art is hosting a camp this week that is very near and dear to their hearts. The ‘Hearts of Art’ camp is designed for children with mild to moderate spectrum disorder, learning or development disabilities.…
Veteran receives a helping hand in Biloxi
A Biloxi auto-shop and Geico teamed up this morning to help give a Vietnam veteran a helping hand. The ‘Recycled Rides’ program helps individuals in need get accessible vehicles to make everyday life a little bit easier. While serving two…
Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Display in Biloxi
With the Fourth of July approaching, the City of Biloxi is preparing for their annual fireworks display. The decades-long tradition will get started on Thursday around 9 p.m. from a barge inside Deer Island. Hosted by the City of Biloxi…
Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo still on
The Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is just days away and the event is still planning to go on despite recent problems with toxic algal blooms on the Coast. The Fishing Rodeo is a four day event with multiple categories including…