House passes bill for active shooter drills in schools
Yesterday, the Mississippi House passed a new school safety bill that can better prepare schools for active shooter situations. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood has more.
High speed chase leads to fatal shooting in Stone County
The man who was accused of leading authorities on a pursuit last night has been identified. According to Stone County Coroner Wayne Flurry, Miles Dylan Cooper of Gulfport was killed after being shot by law enforcement. Law enforcement is still…
Hang out with exotic animals in South Mississippi
It’s not every day you get the chance to see animals from different continents in South Mississippi, but you now have the opportunity. Take a 20 minute drive north of Gulfport to McHenry and you might think you’re on the…
Arbor Day festivities
Tomorrow is Arbor Day. In Mississippi, the following week is ‘tree planting week’ designated by Governor Phil Bryant. In honor of Arbor Day, the Harrison County Soil and Water Conservation District will be hosting their annual tree sale. From 7:30…
Car theft in Biloxi
The Biloxi Police Department is investigating a car theft that happened February 3rd on Bayview Avenue. The stolen vehicle is a white 1997 GMC Sierra Z71 truck with a Mississippi tag. The white male pictured is the suspect Biloxi police…
High speed chase turns deadly in Stone County
An update to the story we brought you last night about a high speed chase that ended in a deadly shooting in Stone County. The man killed in that pursuit has been identified as 25-year-old Miles Dylan Cooper of Gulfport,…
Biloxi Law Enforcement Awards
The Biloxi Law Enforcement Awards at the Golden Nugget honored those past and present who put their lives on the line to serve the city. The award ceremony recognized retired officers, fallen officers, officer of the year, and much more.…
Police chase leads to shootout in Stone County
One person is dead and two more were sent to the hospital after a high-speed chase turned into a shooting. This chase initially started a little after 5 p.m. in Harrison County after a traffic stop for what was believed…
Make-A-Wish Send Off Party
The Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort and the Make-A-Wish Foundation made another dream come true, this time for a high school athlete. Sixteen-year-old Quantavius Ross Coleman plays basketball for Gulfport High School. He’s battling a tough blood disorder that almost took…
Gulfport PD to be featured on ‘Cops’
‘Whatcha gonna do’ when the Gulfport Police Department comes across your television screen in an upcoming episode of “Cops.” Lieutenant Tony Alves and Officer Victor Moreno are featured on the show. Producers of “Cops” participated in ride-alongs with the Gulfport…
MGCCC apprenticeship signing ceremony
Today was an exciting day for one company and local college as they celebrate their partnership. Keesler Federal Credit Union and Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College have partnered up to create an apprenticeship program for the branch managers at Keesler.…
Spending more on tourism
Members of the Mississippi House are pushing for the state to spend more money on tourism advertising. The House voted 111 to 5 for House Bill 1102. This bill would be worth about $11 million after a three year phase…
Gulfport Amnesty Program
The Gulfport Municipal Court announced a new amnesty program in an effort to assist those who may have accumulated old fines. The program will last for over two months, starting February 15th and ending on April 30th. To qualify for…
Driving safely in dense fog
Dense fog has blanketed the area since the beginning of the week, causing accidents and a slow commute for drivers. It’s important to remember the rules of driving in fog. One of the most important rules is to turn on…
Semi-truck engulfed in flames in Gulfport
A semi-truck caught fire today in Gulfport on I-10. Shortly after 2 p.m., a semi-truck headed westbound on I-10 blew a tire, forcing the vehicle to pull to the side of the interstate. Upon stopping, the driver realized that the…
Kiln woman dead in crash on Kiln-Delisle Road
One woman is dead after a crash on Kiln-Delisle Road near I-10 in Pass Christian that happened late Tuesday morning. Sheriff Troy Peterson says a Chevy Malibu driven by 34-year-old Elizabeth Mauffray was traveling north on Kiln-Delisle Road in Pass…
Harrison County deputies cleared in shooting and killing man
A grand jury has cleared sheriff’s deputies who shot and killed a man last year. The jury found Harrison County Sheriff’s Deputies acted appropriately when they shot and killed Ernie Lizana in Gulfport on February 5th, 2018. Lizana had been…
Mother of two murdered in Pascagoula
Yesterday afternoon, a mother of two was murdered in her apartment in Jackson County. Estranged husband and accused murderer Joe Quincy McCord appeared in front of a judge for the first time. In handcuffs, Joe Quincy McCord entered the Pascagoula…
Budweiser Clydesdales parading in downtown Biloxi
The world famous Budweiser Clydesdales have arrived on the Gulf Coast and will be parading for the next four days. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood is in downtown Biloxi where the horses are making their first stop.
Krewe of Neptune announces celebrity grand marshal for Neptune Mardi Gras parade
The Krewe of Neptune is pleased to announce the 2019 Grand Marshal for the Neptune Parade will be actor, musician and filmmaker John Schneider. The Neptune Parade will be held in downtown Biloxi, MS on March 2, 2019 beginning at…
Clydesdale visiting the Coast
The world famous Budweiser Clydesdales are making a stop on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The horses will make their first appearance today at 5 p.m. in Biloxi. They will parade from MGM Park down Highway 90 past City Hall. If…
Accident on Highway 49
Dense fog in the area caused problem for drivers this morning. An accident in the southbound lane of Highway 49 in Gulfport caused some traffic delays. The accident happened just before 8 at the intersection of Highway 49 and Duckworth…
Grand larceny arrest
This morning, Biloxi police arrested 37-year-old Homer Lee McClelland of Biloxi for grand larceny. Police say a warrant was issued after an investigation into the theft of a motor vehicle in the 200 block of Iberville Drive. He is being…
Gearing up for Mardi Gras
It’s the season of moon pies, beads, and all things purple, gold, and green. It’s Mardi Gras and local stores are seeing the impact. The carnival celebration season always has Coast resident ready for the Mardi Party. At the Mardi…