Discussing Gaming on the Coast
WXXV continues to keep an eye on the Mississippi Legislature and bills that affect the Coast. The Legislature is expected to take up a bill that reinforces the Secretary of State’s…
Suspects in shooting in Orange Grove on Monday night now in custody
Two people wanted in connection with a shooting Monday evening in Orange Grove are now in custody. Gulfport Police say 20-year-old Ketren Machi Grant and 21-year-old Jajai Nutall turned themselves in on Thursday. Grant has been charged with aggravated assault…
Police and Fire chiefs announce departures in Ocean Springs
The fire chief is resigning and the police chief is retiring in Ocean Springs. Police Chief Ryan LeMaire announced his plans to retire at the end of February. Chief LeMaire was named interim chief in October 2023, accepting the full…
Update: Driver killed in rollover crash on I-10 in Woolmarket identified
Biloxi Police say a driver was killed when a semi-truck was involved in a crash and rolled over on Interstate 10 near Woolmarket. The Harrison…
South Mississippians heading to Honduras for yearly mission trip
It’s almost that time of the year again where South Mississippians head down to the mountains of Honduras for a yearly mission trip. In conjunction with the…
Moss Point School District Giving Computers to Deserving Families
In this new calendar year, the Moss Point School District is helping families and students by donating computers to families that struggle with internet connectivity, with help from AT&T. WXXV News 25's Lucas Warren…
State Line man charged in New Year's triple homicide at convenience store
A State Line man has been charged in connection with a triple homicide at a convenience store in Greene County on New Year’s Day. 37-year-old Drexler Johnson was arrested early Thursday in Wayne County and charged with accessory after the…
Arrest made in Gulfport shooting
A man has been arrested in connection with a shooting in Gulfport. Gulfport police arrested 23-year-old Avante Jaquan Kirk. He is charged with one count of aggravated assault and one count of shooting into a dwelling. During the investigation, witnesses…
Red Cross Declares Emergency Blood Shortage, Offers Super Bowl Tickets to Donors
The American Red Cross has announced a critical emergency blood shortage, with the number of donors at its lowest point in 20 years—a staggering 40% decline. This shortage has led to a deficit…
Flags at half-staff in honor of Nikyra Dedeaux
Governor Tate Reeves has ordered all flags to be flown at half-staff today across the entire state in memory of Nikyra Dedeaux, the Gulfport teen who was killed in the New Year’s Day terror attack in New Orleans. Flags will…
Longshoremen reach tentative agreement with ports, shippers, averting a potential strike
By PAUL WISEMAN U.S. longshoremen reached a contract agreement with ports and shippers Wednesday, averting a potential strike that could have damaged the American economy. The International Longshoremen’s Association union and the U.S. Maritime Alliance of ports and shipping companies said they had…
Suspect in Jackson County shooting, two others in custody
A suspect in a Wednesday morning shooting is in custody. According to the Jackson County jail docket, 27-year-old Isaiah Presley of Ocean Springs was booked into the jail Thursday morning. He is charged with aggravated assault and bond has not…
Gulf Hills Hotel hosts birthday bash for Elvis Presley's 90th birthday
Wednesday marked the 90th birthday for the king of rock and roll, Elvis Presley, and some of his biggest fans gathered in Ocean Springs to celebrate his memory. At the Sunset…
Candidate Conversations: Long Beach Mayoral Candidate Glen Powell
It’s been less than a week since qualifying for municipal elections began in South Mississippi and so many candidates have already filed in cities across the Coast. We’re moving over…
Debating taxes at the Mississippi State Capitol
Tuesday marked the first day of the 2025 Legislative Session. WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott was there for the opening of the session. A big topic of conversation this…
United States Postal Service closed on January 9th
The United States Postal Service will be closed on January 9th to honor President Jimmy Carter. A day of mourning was announced for January 9th by President Biden.…
Dog killed in house fire along Creel Circle in Gulfport
A house fire at Creel Circle erupted earlier this morning. No injuries have been reported, but a dog has been confirmed as having been killed. WXXV…
Cold weather shelters open in South Mississippi
Due to anticipated cold weather conditions, counties are announcing the opening of shelters. Two shelters will open in Harrison County tonight, and subsequent nights as necessary. D’Iberville - Kenny Fournier Multipurpose Center – Opens at 4:30 pm • 10395 Automall…
Celebrating Sammy the Sloth’s 5th birthday
Chill Sloth in Wiggins is celebrating the birthday of their mascot! Sammy the Sloth is turning five with a birthday bash on January 9th. The first 50 guests will receive…
Celebrating Elvis Presley's 90th birthday at Gulf Hills Hotel
The King has returned! The Gulf Hills Hotel is celebrating what would have been Elvis Presley’s 90th birthday. The fun starts at 6:30 tonight featuring Elvis bingo,…
Dog dies in house fire on Creel Circle in Gulfport
Gulfport Fire Department battled a house fire Wednesday morning on Creel Circle. Fire Chief Billy Kelley said firefighters could see heavy black smoke…
WWII veteran honored in Long Beach
The Long Beach Board of Aldermen honored a member of the Greatest Generation last night. City officials took some time out of their regular meeting to recognize Long beach resident…
MGCCC holding auditions for ‘The Three Musketeers’
The Harrison County MGCCC Campus is hosting auditions for ‘The Three Musketeers.’ Those auditions are set to begin today at 1 p.m. and last until 3 p.m. All interested should head out to the Fine Arts Auditorium at the Harrison…
Gulfport Police identify suspects in Orange Grove shooting
Gulfport Police have identified suspects involved in a shooting on Monday eventing at a shopping center in Orange Grove. Police say 20-year-old Ketren Machi Grant is wanted on a charge of aggravated assault. He is described as about 6-foot-1 and…