Single Vehicle Accident – Courthouse Pier
. On December 6, 2018,…
West Biloxi Boardwalk ribbon cutting
Phase one of the West Biloxi Boardwalk is open to the public and is a cause for celebration. The boardwalk helps the public and tourists engage with the beach and waterfront at the same time. It also serves as an…
Wanted in connection with assault
The Biloxi Police are requesting your assistance with identifying two people wanted for questioning in an assault that occurred on December 3rd. The incident occurred at the South West parking lot of the Ms. Gulf Coast Coliseum after a concert…
Christmas tree shortage
Many areas across the U.S. are seeing a shortage of Christmas trees this season. Just like Clark Griswold in ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation’ we’re all hoping to find that perfect Christmas tree, but with this year’s shortage of trees across…
Santa’s reindeer visit Edgewater Mall
It’s that time of the year again where Santa comes to town, but what about his reindeer? Of course, Santa couldn’t do his job every year without them. Now, families have the chance to meet and take photos with Santa’s…
Community toy drive at the Child Advocacy Center
The holidays are a stressful time of year for many families, but to make sure no child is empty-handed on Christmas morning one local nonprofit is asking the community to donate toys. It might not be Santa’s Workshop, but one…
West Harrison High student receives musical honor
Gabe Trotter, a West Harrison High School junior, is quite the trumpet player and now has a unique opportunity. Gabe Trotter has studied the trumpet for six and a half years and now those performed notes are taking him to…
Virginia College closes its doors
Students attending Virginia College in Biloxi were surprised today with no way into class. News 25 reached out to representatives for more information, but they have not released a statement. Online a new resource page is under construction with limited…
New pedestrian overpass on Highway 90 in Biloxi
A new pedestrian overpass went up this morning in Biloxi on Highway 90. The walkway has stairwells and elevators on both sides. It connects the Beau Rivage parking garage and their employee garage. At its lowest point it is still…
West Biloxi Boardwalk ribbon cutting
Phase one of the West Biloxi Boardwalk is open to the public. News 25’s Jaylon Morris is in Biloxi where a ribbon cutting ceremony took place with more.
Ocean Springs wins in court to fly state flag
A federal appeals court will not revive a lawsuit that tried to block Ocean Springs from flying the state flag that includes the confederate battle emblem. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is upholding a district judge’s decision that…
Coat Drive in Gulfport
Amanda and Associates at Coastal Realty Group are asking for the public’s help to make sure no children go cold this winter. They are hosting a coat drive for the Gulfport School District. People can drop off coats anytime today…
Kiwanis Club Pancake Day
Until 7 p.m. in Gulfport, you can eat pancakes for a good cause! The 63rd annual Gulfport Kiwanis Club Pancake Day is taking over the First United Methodist Church. You can get a plate of three to four hot pancakes…
Cold Weather shelters open
Temperatures are expected to dip into freezing tonight and for those looking for a warm place to stay there are a few shelters opening their doors in Harrison County. The Salvation Army Area Command Headquarters in Gulfport will open at…
Santa’s reindeer visit WXXV
It’s that time of the year where Santa comes to town, but what about his reindeer? News 25’s Lindsey Goodwin joins us with the animals that make it all happen.
Aggravated assault arrest
D’Iberville police arrested 34-year-old Lon Preston Jr. of Biloxi for aggravated assault. Captain Marty Griffin said police responded to a reported shooting at Rudy Moran Park Monday night. There, officers located 37-year-old Joshua Smith with a single gunshot wound to…
Wanted for armed robbery
Waveland police need help identifying this male suspect who is wanted for armed robbery. The incident occurred on November 29th at approximately 3:45 p.m. at the Approved Cash that is located at 222 Highway 90. An unknown black male entered…
Laurent Smith art collection in Bay St. Louis
The late Laurent Sherry Smith was an artist in the 20th Century with a passion for rural settings. Smith’s focus was always southern landscape and there are a few pieces that exhibited the Coast like Bay St. Louis City Hall…
Incumbent Mike Smith wins Waveland mayoral election
The results are in for the Waveland mayoral election. Incumbent Mike Smith is re-elected as the Waveland mayor. He led the race with 738 votes. Jay Trapani had 472 votes and Tommy Longo won 99 votes. Mayor Smith tells News…
Lighting of the largest menorah in Mississippi
Sunday, December 2nd marked the first day of Hanukkah. Celebrations of the Jewish holiday have begun across the Coast and now everyone will have the opportunity to be part of lighting the largest menorah in Mississippi. It will take place…
Local family hopes to rebuild after house fire
Many of us counted our blessings this Thanksgiving and are already preparing for Christmas, but a Poplarville family of seven won’t be celebrating the holidays at their home after a fire destroyed all of their belongings Thanksgiving night. Shalyn and…
Photographing minors in violation of privacy
A Gulfport man will spend 15 years in prison for photographing three young girls in violation of their privacy. Thirty-one year-old Travis McMurray was sentenced to 30 years behind bars with 15 suspended after confessing to taking photos of young…
Highway 90 at Caillavet to close at Midnight
Overpass work near the Beau Rivage will cause Highway 90 at Caillavet Street to close at Midnight. The pedestrian walkway between Beau Rivage and the employee parking garage will be hoisted into place tonight. Biloxi police will also close HWY…
Waveland City Election
Today, Waveland residents cast their votes for mayor and alderman seats. Voters were out in full force for the mayoral and alderman election in Waveland. Every voter had their own opinion on who to vote for, though most could agree…