Carl Legett Fishing Tournament Day Two
It is day two of the Carl Legett Fishing Tournament and all fish, big and small, are being reeled in for some cash. News 25’s Taylor Rubach joins us at the Point Cadet Plaza and tells us more in today’s…
Crews repair power line in Gulfport
Around noon today a large garbage truck driving down Harmony Drive in Gulfport caught a wire. This caused the pole to break and take down the wire, making many area residents around lose power. Coast Electric estimates five to six…
Seabee base welcomes new commanding officer
Celebrating a transfer of responsibility, authority, and accountability from one leader to the next, the Seabee Base hosted the formal Change in Command Ceremony this morning. The brave men and women who defend our nation need a strong home-front and…
Medals awarded in Louisiana
The Coast Guard awarded medals to four people for rescuing a woman and her dog from a sinking car during historic flooding in Louisiana last summer, a dramatic scene captured on video. David Phung received a silver lifesaving medal during…
Harrison County Fairgrounds fundraiser
We are five weeks out from the second annual Harrison County Fair and you can grab some wings for the cause. On Friday, August 4th, Buffalo Wild Wings in Gulfport will be hosting a fundraiser for the Harrison County Fair…
Free Back to School Haircuts
The Gulfport Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated helps young males in the community with their “first day of school” look.
Beachcomber Bar and Grill In Gulfport
News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Jeri Dickensauge and James Dickensauge about Beachcomber Bar and Grill In Gulfport.
Morning rain causes flooding in Biloxi
The morning showers rained on the parade of the first day back to school in Biloxi,causing some flooding on multiple roadways. According to a spokesperson from the city, residents saw flooding on Porter Avenue north of Division and as well…
New Biloxi Junior High opens doors
Students not only entered a new school year at Biloxi Junior High, but a brand new campus this morning. The seventh and eighth graders walked the halls of the $37 million building. It features over 50 classrooms, science labs, a…
City of Gulfport Back to School Health and Wellness Fair canceled for tomorrow
Due to the inclement weather projected for tomorrow, the City of Gulfport has decided to cancel the Back to School Health and Wellness Fair tomorrow (Saturday, August 5th) at the Barksdale Pavilion in Jones Park. However, they will handout the…
Back To School Free Haircuts
News 25's Hank Davis interviews Chris Fisher and Jeffery Jenkins about Back To School Free Haircuts, Monday August 7th 8 am to 12 pm at 8280 Alabama Ave. For more information please call 228-224-5152.
Man sentenced for dollar store robberies
A Gulfport man is sentenced to 32 years in federal prison for armed robbery. According to the Department of Justice, this sentencing comes after 32-year-old Joseph Towner Jr. pled guilty to two counts of brandishing a firearm during a crime…
CASA drafting new members
CASA is in need of advocates and they brought in former Saints running back Deuce McAllister to help draft some new volunteers. In honor of the upcoming NFL season, CASA put together a draft party at the Red Zone Bar…
Carl Legett Fishing Tournament
For the 23rd year in a row, fishermen from across the Gulf are gathering for the Carl Legget Fishing Tournament in Biloxi. The tournament begins at midnight tonight as hundreds of fishermen from across the southeast gather to honor the…
Hazardous material caught fire on barge in Pass Christian Harbor
Local crews kept a bad situation from turning worse today as they battled flames on a barge in the Mississippi Sound. According to Gulfport Battalion Chief Greg Griffin, around 1:15 today Coast Guard officials contacted the Gulfport Fire Department for…
Little girl with fatal disorder needs help
A three-year-old girl from Ocean Springs has been fighting a rare and potentially fatal genetic disorder and doctors say her body could shut down before her tenth birthday. Since her diagnosis, Willow’s family has been on a mission to save…
Last minute preps for students before tomorrow
It’s back to the books for kids in Jackson County tomorrow. After hosting ‘meet your teacher day’ at Oak Park Elementary School in Ocean Springs, teachers are putting the final touches on their classrooms and getting ready to welcome students…
Carl Legget Fishing Tournament
For the 23rd year in a row, fishermen from across the Gulf are gathering for the Carl Legget Fishing Tournament in Biloxi. News 25’s Tanner Stewart joins us from the Point Cadet Marina at the captain’s party. The Captain’s party…
Congressman Palazzo’s service in question
Brian Rose, a candidate for the Fourth Congressional District running against incumbent Steven Palazzo, called a press conference today. The topic was once again putting Congressman Palazzo’s service with the National Guard into question. Bill Vallon is a National Guard…
Hazardous materials caught fire on barge in Pass Christian Harbor
A barge carrying diesel and chemicals caught fire in the Mississippi Sound early this afternoon. Crews are working together to investigate the cause and put out the flames. News 25’s Taylor Rubach joins us in Pass Christian Harbor to tell…
Highway bridge for sale in Jackson County
The Mississippi Department of Transportation has listed a highway bridge for sale. The state will even pay the buyer what it would cost to tear down the Mississippi Highway 57 Bridge over Red Creek in Jackson County. MDOT District Engineer…
Fifth annual Health and Wellness Fair
The City of Gulfport wants kids to get their brains and bodies moving this weekend for a health and wellness fair. Every child who attends receives a free drawstring backpack filled with school supplies. Over 50 vendors will be underneath…
Update on Gulfport utilities
The vote on whether to approve the City of Gulfport’s separation from the solid waste contract with the Harrison County Utility Authority was postponed. Yesterday, the City of Gulfport discussed the settlement negotiations concerning Team Waste and the Harrison County…
Missing Waveland man
Authorities and family members in Waveland need the public’s assistance in locating a man who has been missing since July 20th. Gary Hope was last seen in the Waveland area. His vehicle is a silver colored Ford F-150. He lives…