April: Child Abuse Prevention Month
News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Debra Foster and Roy Kitchell about the CASA' s Blue Ribbon event for Child Abuse Prevention Month. More information please visit casaharrisoncounty.org or call 228-865-7078.
Zander Continues to Improve
We are continuing to track the recovery of the little boy whose father is accused of severely beating him, leaving him with critical wounds. There is more good news about Zander’s recovery. Family members tell News 25 results from Zander’s…
Favre to Throw Out First Pitch at Shuckers Game Sunday
One man known for his arm on the football field will soon see what he can do on the baseball diamond. Soon-to-be NFL Hall of Famer and Kiln native Brett Favre will be throwing out the first pitch for the…
Prayer Vigil for Zander
Some good news this afternoon, the little boy who police say was severely beaten by his own father is doing a lot better and doctors are pleased with his progress. News 25’s Kendra Turley takes us inside a Gulfport prayer…
2016 Jolly Crawfish Boil
It’s Jolly time again on the Coast. The night was filled with crawfish, music and donations at the Jolly Crawfish Boil at the Grand Magnolia Hotel. Fred’s Super Dollar gave over $14,000 to the Bacot-McCarty Foundation. That money will go…
2016 Jolly Crawfish Boil
It’s jolly time once again on the Coast. Tonight, the Bacot-McCarty Foundation begins the countdown to their biggest fundraiser of the year. News 25’s Shelby Myers is in Pascagoula for the kick-off crawfish boil with the details.
Prayer Vigil for Zander
Tomorrow night from 5:30 to 7 p.m., there will be a prayer vigil at Nugent United Methodist Church at John Clark Road and Old Highway 49 in Gulfport. Pastor Lance Presley tells News 25 he will lead the congregation in…
24th Annual Crawfish Music Festival
It was a dreary day out today but that didn’t stop set up for the 24th annual Crawfish Music Festival at the Coast Coliseum. In addition to thrilling carnival rides, arts and crafts vendors and delicious food, there’s plenty of…
Judge Considering Lawsuit on State Flag
A federal judge says the Confederate emblem on the Mississippi flag is “anti-American” because it represents those who fought to leave the United States. U.S. District Judge Carlton Reeves is not yet saying whether he will fully consider a lawsuit…
No Hate in our State Rally at Jones Park
Gulf Coast community members rallied through the rain today to oppose the recent signing of House Bill 1523. “No hate in our state” signs took over Jones Park as dozens of protesters stood side by side, saying the act is…
Arson Suspect Arrested
A Gulfport man has been arrested in connection with a fire that destroyed a building belonging to a church in Gulfport. Twenty-four year-old Thierre Moore has been charged with first degree arson. The April 4th fire destroyed an abandoned house…
Woman Saved from Suicide Attempt in Ocean Springs
A woman is saved after a suicide attempt on the Ocean Springs Bridge earlier this afternoon. The Ocean Springs Police Department received a call about a woman sitting on the Biloxi Bay Bridge who appeared as if she wanted to…
Man Accused of Child Abuse Denied Bond
Bond has been denied for the man accused of severely abusing his three-year-old son. Twenty-four year-old Nathan Blake McCrory had his initial hearing today in a Jackson County courtroom. He is charged with felony child abuse and manufacturing a controlled…
Gulfport Woman Safe after Being Kidnapped
A Gulfport man is charged with what authorities are calling the kidnapping of his ex-girlfriend. Forty-eight year-old Ernie Lizana has been arrested after police say he assaulted and forced the victim into his car last night. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department says this is…
Zander’s Condition Improving: Prayer Vigil Tonight
The little boy who police say was severely beaten by his own father is doing a lot better and doctors are pleased with his progress. A prayer vigil for Zander is being held tonight at the Nugent United Methodist Church…
Woman Saved After Trying to Jump From Ocean Springs Bridge
A woman on the Ocean Springs Bridge was threatening to jump when she was stopped by officials. DMR, Ocean Springs police and Biloxi police were on the scene. More details coming at 5:30.
Gulfport Arson Suspect Charged
Through a joint investigation between the Gulfport Fire & Arson Unit and the Mississippi State Fire Marshal’s Office, a Gulfport man was charged with 1st degree arson in connection with a fire that destroyed a building belonging to the Progressive…
Man Accused of Abusing Jackson County Three-Year-Old Denied Bond
The man accused of severely abusing Jackson County three-year-old has been denied bond. Nathan McCrory had his initial court appearance in Jackson County today.
Harrison Central Swimmer Makes History
One Gulf Coast swimmer made school history Wednesday morning. Harrison Central High School senior Kyjana Webber signed to swim for the University of Sioux Falls South Dakota on Wednesday. When she signed on the dotted line, she became the first…
Child Abuse Conference in Biloxi
Law enforcement officials, social workers and prosecutors, just to name a few, are crucial when it comes to child abuse response. Today, they are gathering on the Coast. They are here for the One Loud Voice: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Child…
Upcoming College Baseball at MGM Park
Tonight, the Shuckers will be ending a seven game homestand but that doesn't mean baseball is going anywhere. Jackson State and Alcorn State will face each other in the Urban American Classic. The game will be on Friday, April 15th.…
Interview with No Hate in our State Rally Organizer Lea Campbell
“No hate in our state” chants are taking over Jones Park for a peaceful rally opposing the recent signing of the Religious Accommodations Act. News 25’s Laurene Callander has more.
Zander’s Condition Improving: Prayer Vigil Tonight
Some good news this afternoon, the little boy who police say was severely beaten by his own father is doing a lot better and doctors are pleased with his progress. Family members tell News 25 Zander opened his eyes this…
Gulfport Woman Kidnapped While Taking Out the Trash
On Tuesday, April 12, 2016, Sheriff Troy Peterson announced the arrest of 48 year old Ernie Lizana who resides at 1934 42nd Avenue in Gulfport, MS on a felony charge of Kidnapping. According to Sheriff Troy Peterson, a victim stated…