Carey Strong
It’s been a rough week for students and community members in the Pine Belt. That’s why William Carey officials organized a night of unity at Temple Baptist Church. For the first time in almost a week, William Carey students were…
Pennies for Petal
Tonight in Harrison County, the Harrison Central Red Rebels hosted the Petal Panthers on the basketball court. Tonight was about much more than a game for the two schools. The Petal Panthers are back on the basketball court at Harrison…
Gulf Coast Orchid Society’s Annual Show
This weekend, Coast residents have the chance to admire a unique array of flora at the Gautier Convention Center during the Gulf Coast Orchid Society’s 37th annual show. It’s estimated that somewhere between 25,000 to 30,000 species of orchids exist…
Ingalls Breaks Ground on Another Navy Ship
The first 100 tons of steel is cut for another U.S. Navy ship at the shipyard. Huntington Ingalls officially broke ground on a new destroyer for the Navy Wednesday at the shipyard in Pascagoula. The vessel is named after the…
Ingalls Authenticates the Keel of Vessel
A United States Coast Guard ship built at Ingalls Shipyard in Pascagoula will wear the name of an armed forces hero who passed away in 1938 after being involved in an automobile accident. Jazania O’Neal’s grandfather was a United States…
Couple Arrested for Slew of Crimes in Jackson County
Two people believed to have committed crimes in D’Iberville and Jackson County, as well as two other states, are now behind bars. John Navolt and Tamika Raley were arrested after allegedly shoplifting and using a stolen credit card a few…
Minor Accident along Highway 49
A multiple car accident slowed traffic down along Highway 49 this afternoon. Just before 3:30 a truck and a mini van collided in the turning lane on North 49. Gulfport Fire Department arrived on the scene and tells News 25…
Ocean Springs Mayor Social Media Remarks
Ocean Springs Mayor Connie Moran is in hot water with many residents in Ocean Springs and members of the military along the Coast. On January 25th, Moran responded to a comment on her post, in part saying: “Who needs an…
Harrison Central Basketball Hosts Petal Basketball
Tonight Harrison Central High School hosts Petal on the basketball court. This will be Petal’s first sporting event since tornadoes did heavy damage to their community and their schools. News 25’s Hank Davis is at the game to tell us…
‘Carey Strong’ Worship Service at Temple Baptist Church
It’s been a rough week for students and community members in the Pine Belt. Tonight, students, school officials, and dozens of Petal residents will gather for a night of worship and comfort. News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us from Temple…
Students Donate Money To Hospital
Harrison Central High School students donated over five thousand dollars to memorial hospital this morning. The funds were raised during the school's breast cancer awareness "Think Pink Week" back in October. The money donated to the hospital will help provide…
Police Department Awards Ceremony Biloxi
Biloxi First Responders were honored earlier this morning during their quarterly awards ceremony. A handful of detectives and officers received recognition for their hard work in tough cases ranging from domestic disputes to assaults. Many of them were able to…
Craft Beer Legislation
Two bills making their way through Jackson right now could lead to local Craft Brewers finally cracking open previously untapped potential. House Bill 13-22 and Senate Bill 26-13 would both allow craft breweries to sell their beer directly from their…
Thunder from Down Under
The Thunder from Down Under performances are this weekend. Tickets are still available for July 31st at 7 p.m. They cost $40. The event is taking place at the Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort. [mappress mapid="3208"]
Jury Convicts Man For Murder
A Harrison County jury convicts a New York man for a 2015 D’Iberville murder. 24 year old "Marquis Saunders" will spend the rest of his life in prison for shooting and killing Jamel Jones at the amber drive apartments two…
Salvation Army Cold Weather Shelter Opens : Live
News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Jamie Richardson about the Salvation Army Cold Weather Shelter opens in Gulfport.
Blue Lives Matter Bill Passes The Senate
A bill to double penalties for crimes targeting police officers, firefighters and medics moves forward in the state legislature. The "Blue Lives Matter" proposal says any crime committed against emergency personnel because of their status as police officers, firefighters or…
Blue Crew vs. D’Iberville Police Department
Tonight the Gulfport Police Department’s Blue Crew took to the court for the second time. Their first game was an exhibition game against high schoolers from their community. That game drew plenty of attention. This time, D’Iberville Police Department joined…
William Carey Update
William Carey University continues to move toward a full recovery after last weekend’s storm damaged most of its property. William Carey University President Tommy King said, “In 15 seconds, 90 percent of our buildings had major damage.” Construction workers and…
Sentenced to Life for Kidnapping and Rape
A Gulfport man was found guilty of kidnapping, forcible sexual intercourse, and aggravated assault by a Harrison County jury this afternoon. Fifty-six year-old Andrew Cruse Jr. of Gulfport was sentenced to life in prison on all three counts and will…
A Gift of Warmth to those in Need
In anticipation of the freezing temperatures headed our way, the Salvation Army gave the gift of warmth to those in need. People who qualified filed through the command center in Gulfport today to get a free jacket, shoes, hats, and…
Grand Reopening of the Win Job Center in Gulfport
Right here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, residents can take advantage of the Win Job Center. The center is a valuable tool for finding employment throughout the entire state. As of today, the center is bigger and better than ever.…
Vending a Hand at Gulfport High
A group of passionate students at Gulfport High School are gaining national attention for their approach using STEM skills to transform a simple snack machine into something to provide essential items to those in need. It’s part of Samsung’s National…
William Carey to Release New Updates
William Carey University officials are trying their best to keep students notified of how the school plans to move on in the aftermath of last weekend’s storms. News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us from Hattiesburg with details.