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…
Theta Zeta Omega Chapter of AKA celebrates 60 years of service
Gulf Coast, Miss. (WXXV)- Theta Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is celebrating 60 years of service to South Mississippi. To honor this legacy, Theta Zeta Omega Chapter…
Class of 2025 celebrating CTE program achievements with Singing River Health
Pascagoula, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula-Gautier School District in partnership with Singing River Health Care Academy is celebrating the next generation of heroes. Seniors in the Class of 2025 Career…
Ocean Springs students take part in senior walk
Ocean Springs, Miss. (WXXV)- Seniors from Ocean Springs High School took a nostalgic walk down memory lane this week as part of a heartfelt…
Gulfport hosts mayoral candidate forum ahead of June election
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- We're now just weeks away from the June 3rd general election for municipal races in South Mississippi. That includes the hotly-contested race for Gulfport mayor. Ahead…
Jackson County Sheriff's Department honors officer killed in the line of duty
Ocean Springs, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff's Department honored the fallen with an annual ceremony Thursday. Officers spent the afternoon at Bellande Cemetery in Ocean…
Taste of Ocean Springs Food and Wine Festival
Ocean Springs, Miss. (WXXV) - Downtown Ocean Springs was transformed into a culinary haven as the city hosted their annual Food and Wine Festival. The festival featured a…
Gautier Mayoral Candidate Casey Vaughan in studio
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- News 25 is keeping an eye on city elections on June 3. We’re concentrating on a few mayoral races, including Gautier. In the WXXV Studio Incumbent…
Susie Davis highlights businesses featured in 'Living Local'
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- Susie Davis of 'Living Local' comes to the studio to discuss today's episode, as well as highlighting businesses covered. She joins WXXV News 25's Grant Chighizola.
Jackson-George Regional Library System hosting "Color Our World" summer program
Ocean Springs, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson-George Regional Library System is hosting a summer kickoff event at the end of the month, geared towards kids and families. Jim Thompson and…
AKA Theta Zeta Omega Chapter celebrating 60 years
Gulf Coast, Miss. (WXXV)- The Alpha Kappa Alpha's Theta Zeta Omega chapter is celebrating 60 years! A chapter reunion and an anniversary celebration are in the works for this week. Dr.…
Gulfport unveils a Rainbow Memorial Bridge
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport held an unveiling event for their Rainbow Memorial Bridge on Wednesday. This will serve as a memorial for all pets who left a…