Storm Approaches Harrison County
Winds picking up in downtown Gulfport area. @WXXV25 Winds picking up in downtown Gulfport area. @WXXV25 pic.twitter.com/fwyeUaLCgs— Kendra Turley (@WXXVKendra) February 23, 2016
Strong Wind in Gulfport
Currently no rain in downtown Gulfport but extremely windy. Watch @WXXV25 at 5:30 for updates Currently no rain in downtown Gulfport but extremely windy. Watch @WXXV25 at 5:30 for updates pic.twitter.com/F3ABBgyPDT— Shelby Myers (@wxxvshelby) February 23, 2016
Church Fire in Gulfport
On 2/23/16 at approximately 10 am, 21 Gulfport firefighters responded to a structure fire at New Jerusalem Baptist Church on 23rd Ave. No occupants were inside at the time of the fire and it was brought under control within 15…
Biloxi Public Schools Will Close Early Today
Biloxi Public Schools leaders have announced that students will be dismissed from class two hours early today, and city workers have been removing leaves and other debris from storm drains in low-lying areas, as residents and businesses are being encouraged…
Biloxi Police Officer Assaulted
A Biloxi man faces multiple felony charges after allegedly assaulting a police officer during a traffic stop Monday. James Michael Magnusen Jr. Is booked on charges of assault on a police officer, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute and…
School Closing 2/23/2016
The Harrison County School District will dismiss students two hours early today due to weather. Christian Collegiate School: 1 Pm George County Schools: 1 Pm Greene County Schools: 12:30 Pm Hancock County Schools: 11:30 Am Harper Mc Caughn Elementary getting…
Prep For Severe Storms
News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Rupert Lacy on how to prep for severe storms.
Lawmakers Push Tanning Ban for Teens
Some state lawmakers are working to stop teenagers from soaking up rays at tanning salons. They cite evidence of an increased risk of skin cancers from using tanning beds, especially for high school and college-aged women. News 25’s Kendra Turley…
Lawmakers Push Tanning Ban for Teens
Some state lawmakers are working to stop teenagers from soaking up rays at tanning salons. They cite evidence of an increased risk of skin cancers from using tanning beds, especially for high school and college-aged women. News 25’s Kendra Turley…
A New Hotel Added to the Aquarium Project
The Gulfport Redevelopment Commission is looking to add a new hotel to the site the new aquarium will be built on. The commissioners met today and made that decision. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson was there to hear the announcement. Hundreds…
Give Blood at USM Gulf Park Campus
Blood banks in South Mississippi remain low but local Red Cross representatives are taking steps to improve the deficit. Today, the Red Cross stopped by USM’s Gulf Park campus in Long Beach to collect blood donations. Pepper Ginder, vice president…
Domino’s Raising Dough for Matute Family
You may want to think Domino’s Pizza for lunch or dinner this coming Wednesday, especially since a portion of proceeds are going to a good cause. Nearly two weeks ago, a fatal car crash claimed the lives of Concepcion Matute…
Flu Season
With flu season underway, it is a good time to be prepared and get a flu shot. Polk’s Drugs in Biloxi is currently giving free flu shots until supplies run out. On Friday, Mississippi had its first flu-related death of…
Bloody Sunday Trip Adding Bus
Due to popular demand, the Moss Point Visionary Circle has decided to add a second bus to their sixth annual Bloody Sunday trip. There were already 50 Moss Point High School students signed up to attend the group’s trip to…
Tishomingo County Sheriff’s Department Offering Thanks
As the Tishomingo County Sheriff’s Department continues to grieve the weekend shooting death of one of its own, officials are offering thanks to all the law enforcement and first responders who came to their assistance. Early Saturday morning, Mississippi Bureau…
It’s Time to #EatMSCoast
It’s easy to get passionate about food, especially when living on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Now, there’s a new way to discover new eateries along the Coast. The creators of EatYall.com will be canvasing the region to experience everything from…
Rescue Pup Becomes Therapy Dog
One cocker spaniel is trying to prove the negative stereotype of rescue dogs wrong after earning her recent title as therapy dog. News 25’s Laurene Callander introduces us to Mandy and shares her turnaround from being saved to serving the…
Fed up with 50th Rally
One of the parents heading to Jackson to fight on behalf of public education is Gulfport School District parent Becky Guidry, also a member of Fed up with 50th. She joins us live in the studio.
Fed up with 50th to Rally in Jackson
A group of parents around the state have been fighting for more funding for public schools and now they’re taking that fight to Jackson. On Wednesday, Fed up with 50th will head to Jackson to make sure their members of…
Walker Seeks Different Sentence
A death row inmate is asking for new sentencing 24 years after being convicted of killing a Long Beach woman. Fifty-year-old Alan Dale Walker appeared in Harrison County Court today. He is asking for a psych evaluation and re-sentencing, alleging…
Fair Returning To Harrison County
News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Justin Skinner about the Fair coming to the Harrison County. More Info: www.facebook.com/msharrisoncounty
Random Acts Of Appreciation
News 25's Laurene Callander tells us about the random acts of appreciation for our local police officers.
Uber On The Gulf Coast?
Many different areas along South Mississippi have discussed the possibility of Uber come to the Coast. How do residents feel about the taxi service now after hearing about Saturday’s shooting spree? News 25’s Kendra Turley has our answer. A mother…
Bishop Of Mississippi Welcomes Priest
A new priest at a church smack dab in the center of down town Gulfport plans to better the community. Members of the church, along with Gulfport city officials attended brunch at Saint Peter's By The Sea Episcopal Church Sunday…