NOAA Fisheries is proposing a change in the way shrimpers on the Coast tow in their catch in an effort to save more turtles. That could come at a price for local shrimpers. Today at the Biloxi Visitors Center, NOAA…
Tonight hundreds of leaders from South Mississippi’s business community take over Jackson for the 2017 Gulf Coast Legislative Reception. The annual event is an opportunity for community leaders to discuss Gulf Coast issues face to face with our state legislators.…
An Ocean Springs ministry that helps the homeless is now homeless. The organization is calling on the community to help. The building is on Government Street and is where the Living Well Ministry Day Center used to feed nearly 50…
The RUOK Program helps over 30 senior citizens in Gulfport and nearly 15 stay safe in Biloxi. Now Ocean Springs officials want to know if the safety program would be a good fit in Jackson County. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson spent…
A sign on Interstate 10 marks an exit for Galleria Parkway, but there is no galleria yet. A grand opening for the Gulf Coast Galleria Shopping Center in D’Iberville was once expected for 2015. What’s happened since then and is…
Here on the Coast our seafood industry is a huge part of the culture, but sometimes fishing for those tasty shrimp can put the life of a baby turtle in danger. NOAA Fisheries is proposing the use of turtle excluder…
It has been over a week since we range in the New Year and some people find themselves in the post-resolution blues. We caught up with coaches at CrossFit Portside in Gulfport for tips on how to keep your motivation…
News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Lakeisha Cotten about the 2017 Coastwide Celebration Sunday, January 15th at 3 pm. For more information please visit mlkcoastwide.com
January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month and today you are encouraged to wear blue to help raise awareness."Wear Blue Day" was created for the public to pledge solidarity with victims of human trafficking, raise awareness, and to…
A state lawmaker wants to fine anybody smoking in a vehicle with a passenger under the age of six. Representative John Hines of Greenville has filed House Bill 377 which would fine such smokers $25. If the bill passes, a…
A bill that would require Mississippians to prove they have vehicle liability insurance before they could renew their auto tags has cleared committee and heads to the full House. An estimated 25 to 30 percent of Mississippi motorists drive uninsured.…
Tonight members of South Mississippi's business community will be busing up to Jackson for the 2017 Gulf Coast Legislative Reception. The purpose of the annual event is to provide a unique forum for community and business leaders to discuss issues…
"Say the pledge or pay the price." That is the message behind a new bill in Jackson. Republican Representative William Shirley is the main legislator sponsoring House Bill 205. The bill would fine schools $1,500 if they don't say the…
Ocean Springs city officials want residents to know there will soon be an increase in traffic on the section of Government Street where construction is underway. The improvement project on Government Street is adding and repairing deteriorated sidewalks along Government…
After five months as interim superintendent for the Bay St. Louis-Waveland School District, Vikki Landry has been officially appointed to serve as the superintendent. In 2015, Landry began her work as an assistant superintendent for the school district before taking…
The start of tax season is less than two weeks away and more than 40 million low-income families could experience a two-week delay in tax refunds. News 25’s Kendra Turley explains the reason for the delay and who it will…
The Pass Christian Police Department says they will not sit idly by while a criminal subcultural takes hold and commits acts of violence in the community. This was after a string of search warrants led to several arrests related to…
A popular Gulfport restaurants doors are closed after widespread reports of food poisoning. Captain Al’s in Gulfport was shut down on January 3rd after a visit from health department officials. A sign on the door of the restaurant states that…
With President Obama giving his final presidential address tonight, we’re nearing the end of his eight years as president. News 25 took to the streets, receiving a mixed public reaction on Obama’s time spent in office. Resident Jacob Cambre said,…
If you miss the 90’s you may want to just bust a move. The “I Love the 90’s” Tour is stopping in Biloxi at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum July 8th. Iconic artists such as Vanilla Ice, Coolio, Salt N Pepa,…
Tom a Hawk is flying high again in South Mississippi thanks to Wild at Heart Rescue. After months of daily rehabilitation exercises, stretching out his wings, and a trip to the Jackson Zoo, Tom a Hawk was released back into…
An Ocean Springs family is rallying around their little girl as she fights for her life against a rare disease. They are now calling on the community for support. A band of warriors is answering that call to help three-year-old…
Seven people were taken to the hospital today after a bus and car collided in Ocean Springs. The accident happened near the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue and Bienville Boulevard around 2:30. The crash occurred when a CTA…
City officials remove the benches at the Ocean Springs bus stop in an effort to detour loitering. This is temporary as the city waits on crews to install dividers on the benches. This will help prevent people from lying across…