A former Silver Slipper employee is facing felony embezzlement charges for rigging slot machines and taking money from fake jackpots. The casino has filed a lawsuit against 28-year-old Geovoni Reese after firing her in 2017. The civil suit in Hancock…
A man is in the hospital today after his speed boat crashed in Biloxi Bay. An eyewitness on the scene tells News 25 that after hearing a loud noise, he came outside to see a boat submerged in the Bay.…
Two habitual offenders have been sentenced on drug charges for their fourth felony convictions. Forty-one old Clarence Kennedy Jr. and 37-year-old Curvis Ladner pleaded guilty to possession of a controlled substance. Kennedy is also being convicted of possession with intent…
By MIKE ANTHONY Much is made of the power and emotion of the Sunday roars at Augusta National, but it’s often the quieter accomplishments in front of fewer patrons early in the week that set the stage for the late…
If you’re looking to experience the beauty of our Mississippi Gulf Coast while giving back to our local art community, we have just the ticket for you. The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art is inviting everyone to hop on board the…
After serving one term as the Southern District’s public commissioner, Sam Britton will be throwing his hat into a bigger ring. Britton will be running for secretary of state, opposing Republican candidate Michael Watson ahead of the August primary. During…
Spring Break weekend officially kicks off today and traffic is expected to be heavy. In response, Keesler Air Force Base is adjusting their gate schedule until Monday, April 15th. The main entrance at White Avenue is closed to car and…
Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves visited the Coast, kicking off his 2019 GOP gubernatorial campaign. Several lawmakers and residents gathered at the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum in support of candidate Tate Reeves. He discussed why he believes he’s the right…
Southern District Public Service Commissioner Sam Britton is taking a stand against a recent report published by the FCC. In the FCC’s recent broadband coverage map for Mississippi, 72 percent of Mississippians were said to have access to broadband. After…
Just in time for spring break, some good news for drivers who travel Highway 90. Since April 2nd, the southern lane of 90 at White Avenue has been reduced to one lane. This lane closure was necessary for construction on…
With Spring Break on the Coast just days away, the City of Biloxi has begun preparations for one of their busiest weekends of the year. In the past, the event has created its share of traffic congestion for drivers, causing…
Former U.S. Justice Department official Ken Starr is making his rounds on the Coast this week. Starr is best known for heading an investigation into members of the Clinton Administration in the mid-90s as an independent counsel. Ken Starr is…
Lt. Governor Tate Reeves visits the Coast today to kick off his 2019 GOP gubernatorial campaign. News 25’s Jaylon Morris has more.
By MIKE ANTHONY As the old saying goes, The Masters doesn’t really begin until the second nine on Sunday.Through decades of thrilling finishes and memorable moments at Augusta National Golf Course, the vast majority of singular shots that have separated…
The votes are in for Pascagoula’s runoff election. Felix ‘FeFe’ Fornett will fill the ward 2 seat on Pascagoula’s City Council replacing Councilman George Wolverton, who passed away earlier this year. The unofficial results show Fornett received 204 votes while…
A Moss Point man is in the Jackson County Adult Detention Center charged with murder in the shooting death of another man Tuesday night. Sheriff Mike Ezell says Dirk Lambert Jr. allegedly shot 50-year-old Noel Christopher Benson of Grand Bay,…
For six years, CASA has put on the Light of Hope event in order to promote awareness of child abuse prevention. This event in Hancock County featured the South Hancock Elementary Choir soothing the audience with songs like “We are…
A 60 foot shrimp boat went up in flames today in Gautier. “It’s going to be a complete loss unfortunately.” A devastating sight for all at Patilo’s Marina, the owner of a 60 foot shrimp boat was welding the bottom…
Jackson County Sheriff’s Investigators are on the scene of a shooting that happened around 6:30 Tuesday evening on Independence Road in the Fort Lakes community. Sheriff Mike Ezell says a person is in custody being questioned, as well as witnesses.…
This year’s NCAA Tournament has arguably been the most entertaining March Madness ever. It ended Monday with the national championship game. The Scarlet Pearl was one of many places to check out the big game between Virginia and Texas Tech.…
The City of Gulfport will be speckled in blue ribbons. That’s because the members of the South Mississippi Child Advocacy Center is putting boots on the ground to raise awareness of child abuse and what we can do to prevent…
Biloxi was once referred to as the ‘seafood capital of the world.’ Although those days are behind us, city officials and fishermen are now working together to bring back more marine life to the Mississippi Sound. When you think of…
After changing his mind this morning, a Gulfport man has pled guilty to second degree murder and sentenced to nearly 30 years in prison. Thirty-six year-old Willie Cenales was sentenced today to 27 years in prison without the possibility of…
In honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, CASA plans to spread awareness at the sixth annual Light of Hope community event. News 25’s Jaylon Morris has more.