Strengthening the city of Biloxi
The Biloxi City Council is set to approve, or deny funding for a variety of projects at an estimated total of $3,000,000 at their next meeting.
Ocean Springs man wins big at Scarlet Pearl Casino
An Ocean Springs man won big on Friday night at the Scarlet Pearl Casino. The unidentified man was playing a buffalo stampede penny slot machine when he hit the jackpot, winning $661,000. The Scarlet Pearl was recently awarded the 1st…
Ingalls partners with Habitat for Humanity
Executives from Ingalls Shipbuilding took some time out of their weekend to give back to the community. The company partnered with Habitat for Humanity to build a home in Ocean Springs. Vice president of human resources and administration, Edmund Hughes…
Harrison County investigating possible arson
Harrison County Fire Services are investigating a potential arson that happened over the weekend. Shortly after 1 a.m. on Saturday morning, authorities received a call about a mobile home that was on fire on Turan Road. Upon arriving, the fire…
Gulfport armed robbery suspect arrested
Saturday night, the Gulfport police department made an arrest related to a recent string of armed robberies. Twenty-two-year old Rickardo Ambrose of Gulfport was arrested and charged with three counts of armed robbery. Ambrose most recently is accused of robbing…
Bayou View Elementary participates in annual living wax museum project
History literally came to life at Bayou View Elementary School this morning when students in the second grade classes took part in a living wax museum. News 25's Caroline Eaker was on hand as students took on the role of…
Eight MGCCC students receive scholarships from Chevron
As the old saying goes, today's students are the leaders of tomorrow, and one Jackson County business is making a considerable investment in our area. News 25's Kristen Anzuini shows us how. "It means the world to me" Gratitude ...…
Gulfport Outlets President's Day Sales extend throughout the week
Attention shoppers! Get ready to shop away the winter blues. The Gulfport Premium Outlets is holding their annual President's Day sale, rolling out their spring items. These sales are extending past today's holiday, until the end of the month. Every…
Senate passes 'revenge porn' bill
Mississippi could make revenge porn a crime. The State Senate passed a bill to set penalties for anyone who shares or publishes "intimate visual material," such as nude photos, that were created with the intention of being private. Senate bill…
Man identified in Gulfport shooting last night
The Harrison County coroner has released the name of the man who was shot and killed last night in Gulfport. Coroner Gary Hargrove says 31 year old Demeatrius Blakely of Gulfport died from a gunshot wound. Police received a call…
Homicide- 1100 block of 43rd Avenue
. On February 17, 2019, at approximately 9:35 P.M., Gulfport Police responded to the area of 43rd Avenue and 11th Street to investigate a firearm discharge complaint. Upon arrival, officers located an adult black male off the roadway of 43rd Avenue suffering from a gunshot…
Gulfport vs. Biloxi
The best high school Basketball Rivalry on the Gulf Coast, just so happens to determine the district tournament champion, for region 8 class 6A. It's Gulfport- Biloxi round 4 with a 1st round bye, going to the victor. News 25's Jeff Haeger has the recap.
Southern Miss Season Opener
As the reigning conference C-USA champions, all eyes are on the Southern Miss baseball team to start 2019, with opening day upon us. Last year was the first at USM, since 2003, to win both the regular season and the tournament title in the same season. So What do the Golden Eagles have for an encore? Jeff Haeger takes us to Hattiesburg.
Premiere Cinemas Box Office Preview
Raphael Seth takes a look at this weekend's new movies coming to theaters near you.
Danny Glover Visits the Boys and Girls Club in Pass Christian
Well known actor and film director Danny Glover substituted the big screen for the little ones of the boys and girls club of the Gulf Coast at the Qatar center in Pass Christian.
CHURCH GIVES BACK TO HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY
The Nugent United Methodist Church in Gulfport adopted Harrison Central Elementary School, donating their time to staff and students.
Armed Robbery Suspect Wanted
Police are searching for a suspect involved in an armed robbery that happened today at the Hancock Whitney bank on Courthouse road in Gulfport.
WANTED SUBJECT RICHARDO AMBROSE JR
. The Gulfport Police have active arrest warrants for Richardo Warren Ambrose Jr. charging him with three counts of Armed Robbery. Investigation revealed that Ambrose was identified as the subject who robbed the Hancock Whitney Bank located at 533 Courthouse…
GULFPORT MAYOR'S YOUTH COUNCIL DELIVERS VALENTINE'S DAY CARDS
The Gulfport mayor's youth council spent time this week hand-making valentines for community members who might not get one otherwise. They knocked on their doors, with cards in hand. In hopes of showing these senior citizens they are remembered and…
BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY HOSTS PINK PEP RALLY
About one in eight women in the U.S. are diagnosed with breast cancer. News 25's Kristen Anzuini tells us what local elementary school students have been doing to help those affected. “We will rock it!!!” And rock it they did!…
Mississippi firefighters take action with Senate bill to protect first responders
According to the International Association of Firefighters, 76% of firefighter line-of-duty deaths in 2018 were caused by cancer. The increase in job related-illnesses has caused Mississippi firefighters to take action with senate bill 28-35. News 25's Andrew Scherer has our…
North Woolmarket Elementary students treated to fine dining experience
Today a group of local elementary school students ditched their brown paper lunch bags for something a little bit more upscale... Ten students at North Woolmarket Elementary School had a fancy, four course meal during their lunch today. The students…
SENIOR CENTER VALENTINE'S DAY SOCK HOP
Love was in the air at the Gautier senior center with a Valentine’s Day sock hop. All of the senior citizens brought their significant others and dancing shoes for an incredible event. What’s a Valentine’s day without cupcakes, flowers, candy,…
Ocean Springs parade traffic plans
The Ocean Springs Elks and Krewe Unique parade will be taking center stage in Ocean Springs this weekend. Saturday, certain streets will be closed starting at 1 p.m. until the end of the parade. You may see barricades in place…