Kenny Torgeson wins Pass Christian Republican Mayoral Primary
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- Another big result from Tuesday night’s race for mayor in Pass Christian. Incumbent Mayor Jimmy Rafferty was defeated in his bid for a second…
Teenagers arrested, charged in drive-by shooting in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Two teenagers are in custody after a drive-by shooting in Gulfport. On March 29th, Gulfport police officers responded to 57th Avenue in reference to a drive-by shooting. Once on scene, officers found a 17-year-old male suffering from a…
2025 Municipal Primary Election Results
SOUTH MISS (WXXV)-The polls have closed in the 2025 Municipal Primary Elections. Residents headed to the polls on Tuesday across the Coast to cast their vote. The unofficial results for the municipal primary elections are below: Bay St. Louis Mayor:…
Gulfport Democratic Mayoral Primary Results
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter has more from Gulfport in the hotly contested democratic primary for mayor. She joins us from Sonya Williams-Barnes watch party with more. In Gulfport, Democratic…
Ocean Springs mayoral election results are in
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The votes are in for the City of Ocean Springs mayoral primary. The unofficial results are in and Bobby Cox Jr. earned 3,238 of the votes. Incumbent Mayor…
Long Beach mayoral election results are in
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-The votes are in for the City of Long Beach mayoral primary. The unofficial results are in and with all wards reporting, Tim Pierce earned 2,362 votes or 80 percent. Glen Powell earned 536 votes or 18…
Thousands of fentanyl pills, drugs seized in Stone County
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Stone County and state law enforcement announced the results of a nearly 15-month long fentanyl and drug bust in the county and surrounding areas.…
WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter previews Gulfport Democratic Mayoral Primary
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-It’s Election Night across South Mississippi and the polls are open until 7 p.m. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter is at the polls in…
New restaurant coming to Harrah's Gulf Coast
BILOXI, Miss (WXXV)- A new restaurant is coming to Harrah's Gulf Coast. Sizzle and Salt brings Southwestern dishes to the Coast. The restaurant itself is located in the lobby overlooking the pool deck. On the menu is eggrolls, smash burgers,…
Taking a look at the big races in South Mississippi
SOUTH MISS (WXXV)-It’s Primary Election Day. Voters in cities all around South Mississippi are choosing who will lead today and sets the table for general elections…
WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel previews Ocean Springs Mayoral Race
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Voters have been hitting the polls across South Mississippi today as primary municipal elections kicked off earlier this morning. WXXV News 25’s…
Man arrested, charged with possession of dog fighting paraphernalia in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- A man is in custody after Long Beach police rescued 19 dogs from his home. Thirty-six-year-old Noah A. Bridges of Long Beach was arrested and charged with one count of possession of dog fighting paraphernalia. An…
MEMA releases damage report from weekend storms
PEARL, Miss. (WXXV)- MEMA has released their assessment from this weekend’s severe weather system. So far, the agency has received damage reports for 24 homes and two farms affected across the state. No injuries or deaths have been reported. Down…
South Mississippi residents head to the polls
Gulfport, Miss (WXXV)- Municipal primary elections are happening right now. These elections are determining party nominees for positions such as mayors, city council members, and alderman.…
Mississippi Sea Wolves unveil completely real rebrand
One coast team is rebranding... The Mississippi Sea Wolves will be known as the Mississippi Mosquitoes! The rebrand comes after much talk, the Sea Wolves deciding the insect sure…
Fixin' the Coast offers vouchers for Harrison County residents
Biloxi, Miss (WXXV)- Cat owners in Harrison County lined the doors outside PetCo Monday. All this for a discount on some important procedures for their furry family members. Fixin the…
Department of Marine Resources offers boating and water safety tips
Harrison County, Miss (WXXV)- With Spring Break knocking on the door, more boaters are expected to hit the waterways. The Mississippi Gulf Coast is home to an abundance…
Jeannie Herrin and Tiffany Wiensch in studio to discuss free parenting classes
Jeannie Herrin and Tiffany Wiensch join WXXV News 25's Elizabeth Keen in studio to discuss free parenting classes offered by the Harrison County Advocacy Center and Southern Christian Services. These…
Mississippi Aquarium releasing seven more turtles
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is hosting another turtle release this week. Seven rehabilitated turtles will be released in front of Edgewater Mall on Thursday at 4 p.m. at…
City of Ocean Springs Town Tour Guide now available
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce is releasing their annual town visitors guide. Visitors will be able to learn about shopping, dining, art,…
The Sound Amphitheatre announces 2025 Season Lawn Pass
GAUTIER, Miss (WXXV)- The Sound in Gautier has announced their 2025 Season Lawn Pass. The season lawn pass is available for $250 and gives all access to every…
Tuesday is Primary Election Day across South Mississippi
South Miss (WXXV)- In-person absentee voting wrapped up this weekend ahead of Tuesday’s municipal primary elections in South Mississippi. Municipal clerks in every city except Waveland are gearing…
City of Biloxi preparing for Spring Break 2025
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The City of Biloxi is preparing their traffic plan for Spring Break, which is April 10th through the 13th. There will be scheduled events lined up…
Storm damage in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) - The Jackson County Office of Emergency Services says more than six to eight inches of rain fell in the Hurley area alone. County emergency officials also…