Harrison County offering text alert program
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss.- Harrison County is asking all residents to sign up for a new alert program. Moving forward, the system will be used to alert residents during inclement weather.…
Homeless man charged with attempted murder in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A homeless Vancleave man is charged with attempted murder in Jackson County. The man, identified as 21-year-old Austin Manry, allegedly assaulted another man on Monday, May 19. Sheriff John Ledbetter says when deputies arrived to the…
Senator Hyde-Smith reintroduces Rural Health Sustainability Act
U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde Smith reintroduced her legislation to restore emergency care services to rural hospitals. The Rural Health Sustainability Act would help make more at-risk or closed rural…
A maintenance worker is charged in connection with the New Orleans jail break
By JACK BROOK Updated 11:39 AM CDT, May 20, 2025 NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A New Orleans jail maintenance worker has been arrested on accusations that he turned water off to a toilet covering a hole in the wall that 10…
Fourth escaped inmate out of New Orleans captured; 6 still on the loose
On Monday Louisiana State Police announced they had captured 21-year old Gary C. Price, one of the ten inmates who had escaped from the Orleans Parish Correctional Facility on May 16.…
‘Click it or Ticket’ campaign kicks off across the Coast
GULF COAST, Miss. (WXXV)- Police departments across the Gulf Coast are announcing the start of their Click it or Ticket campaign. The campaign kicked off Monday…
Army STEM trailer makes stops across the Gulf Coast
GULF COAST, Miss. (WXXV)- The U.S. Army’s high-tech STEM trailer is making stops along the Mississippi Gulf Coast this week. Known as the AS-9, the mobile exhibit…
Rotary Club of Gulfport-Orange Grove celebrates 40 years
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - The Rotary Club of Gulfport-Orange Grove celebrated its 40th anniversary earlier today. The club gathered in Gulfport to go down memory lane of their…
Names for new pro hockey team narrowed down to three
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Pro Hockey Team, formerly the Sea Wolves, have narrowed down their new names. Those three choices are: the Gulf Coast Cruisers,…
Local family wins free roof installation from Daniels Roofing Solutions
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) - Thanks to Daniels Roofing Solutions and their Roof Rescue Winner Giveaway Contest, one lucky family was surprised with a free roof installation. In a random drawing, Ms. Cole and…
Three suspects charged with armed robbery in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Three suspects have been arrested in connection to an armed robbery in Biloxi. On May 18, Biloxi Police officers responded to Pass Road for an armed robbery. After speaking with the victim, officers were able to track…
Vessel safety checks in Pascagoula for National Safe Boating Week
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula presented a proclamation to the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. The Coast Guard Auxiliary will be offering vessel safety…
New election resource for Mississippi residents
Secretary of State Michael Watson is launching a new election resource. Mississippi voters are able to access important election information and report issues via text using the new ‘textmygov’ resource.…
Gautier PD investigating death of 18-year-old
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Gautier police are investigating a homicide in the area of Tally Court and Wellington Drive. On Monday, May 19, officers received a report of a person down in that area. Upon arrival, the officers found 18-year-old Kadarius…
Sand in my Boots Festival takes over Gulf Shores
GULF SHORES, Al. (WXXV)- The new Sand in my Boots Festival has replaced Hangout Fest this year in Gulf Shores. Though some fans were disheartened over the…
Reward increased for capture of escaped New Orleans inmates as 7 remain on the lam
NEW ORLEANS, La. (AP) — Officials increased the reward for the capture of seven inmates who escaped from a New Orleans jail by fleeing through a hole behind a toilet as at least a dozen law enforcement agencies pressed their…
Biloxi Fire Museum hosts their annual fish fry
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Fire Museum held their annual fish fry fundraiser Friday afternoon. Those looking for a delicious lunch while supporting the museum paid $12 for their choice…
He's walked over 8,000 miles for mental health awareness and his latest stop was on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
731 days and over 8,000 miles, that’s how far Kyndal Ray Edwards or better known as, A Walking Testimony, has been walking across the United States. Equipped with a cart that spells…
Understanding the importance of law enforcement training
Gulf Coast, Miss. (WXXV)- We're wrapping up National Police Week, a time to recognize men and women who serve and protect. One of the big issues in the law enforcement…
Women's Resource Center hosts annual Biscuits for Babies
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)-The Women's Resource Center held their annual Biscuits for Babies Fundraiser. WXXV News 25's Lucas Warren has more on how this event allocates crucial funds…
Pascagoula resident sets sail to circumnavigate the earth
Pascagoula, Miss. (WXXV)- Earlier this month, one Pascagoula resident set sail on an ambitious voyage. Nelson Walker's goal is to circumnavigate the world by boat, learning to sail…
Empire Fighting Championship happening in Biloxi on Saturday
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- The Empire Fighting Championship is happening at the Biloxi Civic Center tomorrow. Kristian Guirola and Todd Price joins Grant Chighizola in studio to talk all…
Wang Chung joins WXXV ahead of their performance at The Sound
Gautier, Miss. (WXXV)- Wang Chung is coming to The Sound Amphitheater on June 1st. They're part of the 'I Want My 80s' tour featuring other…
New Orleans warns of eleven escaped inmates, manhunt currently underway
New Orleans, LA. (WXXV)- According to media outlets out of Louisiana, eleven inmates have escaped from the Orleans Parish Jail and a manhunt is currently underway. Jail officials learning about the escape during rollcall. All escaped inmates should be considered…