Jackson County leaders share updates at State of the County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County civic leaders gathered in Pascagoula Wednesday for an update on county business and what’s in store for the county…
Protecting your pipes from the cold
Freezing temperatures put a strain on your pipes. If you don’t make the effort to protect them, they can burst. WXXV’s Brynne Baxley spoke with a plumbing technician for tips…
46th annual Orchid Show returns to the Coast
The Gulf Coast Orchid Society is hosting their 46th annual Orchid Show is coming up. William Thompson joins us with the details. The orchid show takes place January…
Pet of the Week: Baylor is looking for a forever home
Every other Wednesday we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us is Katie King with this week’s…
Pinning ceremony for new leadership at Biloxi Police Department
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi’s new police department leadership was ceremonially pinned Tuesday in a ceremony at the Lopez-Quave Public Safety Center. Mayor FoFo Gilich recognized new Police…
Three more deaths confirmed due to weather-related impacts in Mississippi
Governor Tate Reeves continues to share updates on reports regarding the winter storm in Mississippi. Governor Reeves says that three more deaths have been confirmed in Tate County. That brings the death toll to seven statewide. Emergency crews continue to…
Gulf Coast Community Foundation celebrating 228 Day
The Gulf Coast Community Foundation is celebrating its second annual 228 Day throughout February. Tiffany Bell joins us now with the details. For more information about 228 Day, click…
Reports: Former Southern Miss Head Coach named Cleveland Browns Head Coach
A former Southern Miss football head coach has just landed an NFL coaching gig. According to reports, Todd Monken is set to become the next head coach of the Cleveland Browns. Monken was at the helm of the Southern Miss…
Investigation continues into Picayune shooting involving teenagers
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- New details in the investigation into a shooting between two teenagers Monday at a Picayune apartment complex. Picayune police say the 16-year-old victim has been released from the hospital, but has also been charged with aggravated assault…
CASA of Southeast MS looking for volunteers
As we moved forward in the new year, CASA of Southeast Mississippi is reaching out to people who may be interested in volunteering and making a difference in the…
Coast Episcopal School hosts art exhibits
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)-Coast Episcopal School in Pass Christian is very unique in that they have an art gallery on school grounds. The Gail Keenan Art Center hosts top flight…
1/27 - Gradual afternoon warm-up with isolated rain chances later this week
Tonight will be mostly cloudy with patchy frost early, becoming widespread after 11 PM as temperatures drop to around 30 with calm winds. Frost lingers on Wednesday morning through about 8 AM,…
Stone County School District holding warm clothing drive for students
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Stone County School District leaders have organized a warm clothes drive for students and families across the district. Organizers say donations have…
Man arrested on multiple DUI related charges in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- a Gulfport man is behind bars on multiple DUI charges. Thirty-nine-year-old Kymanni King has been charged with one count of aggravated DUI resulting in Death and one count of DUI causing seriously bodily injury to a child.…
Community, police department collaborate to open cold weather shelter in Wiggins
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- As freezing temperatures moved into South Mississippi, one local police department is making sure no one is left out in the cold.…
Long Beach School District announces reorganizations at elementary campuses
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Long Beach School District announces a major realignment of the grade level structure for the city’s elementary schools. Starting with the 2026-27 school year, the following changes take place. Quarles Elementary will serve Long Beach…
Coast man’s murder conviction appeal denied
A Coast man convicted in the strangulation death of a woman in 2022 has an appeal denied by the State Court of Appeals. Pitipong Daengbunga was convicted in 2024 of first-degree murder and tampering with evidence in the death of…
Jackson County School District hosting job fair
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County School District is hiring for a range of positions and they’re hosting for a job fair later this week for you to…
Mississippi Aquarium preps animals for cold weather
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- With freezing temperatures hitting the coast, the Mississippi Aquarium is making sure their animals are staying warm and comfy. It's not every day south Mississippi…
Dodge’s location in Gautier reopens
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- A longtime Gautier favorite is officially back open for business! Dodge’s on Highway 90 celebrated its return with a ribbon cutting and grand opening luncheon on Monday after…
Fourth death confirmed due to weather-related impacts in Mississippi
More information continues to come in regarding damage reports from the winter storm. The death toll from weather related impacts has risen to four state wide, two injuries have also been confirmed. MEMA has received reports of 92 homes, three…
Force protection exercises begin at NCBC
The Navy’s annual Force Protection Exercise began Monday at the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport. It’s an annual exercise that begins with Citadel Shield, which focuses on the readiness…
Keep energy costs down during cold weather
Many of your heating systems are working overtime right now, resulting in higher energy bill costs. WXXV’s Brynne Baxley spoke with an energy official on how you can stay…
Cold weather shelter openings for January 27, 2026
Cold weather shelters across South Mississippi will open again tonight for people who need a warm place to stay. In Hancock County, the warming center in the Kiln…