WXXV Candidate Conversations: Pascagoula Mayor Jay Willis
Pascagoula Mayor Dr. Jay Willis stopped by the WXXV studio Thursday to talk to Grant Chighizola about his decision to run for a second term as Pascagoula's mayor. If you're…
Multiple arrests made in string of copper thefts across the Coast
The alleged theft of copper wires at South Mississippi AT&T properties leads to a string of arrests in Harrison County. Sheriff Matt Haley announced the arrest of 43-year-old Kristopher Gibson, 35-year-old Robert Barnett III, 34-year-old Jessie Ray, 43-year-old David Crenshaw,…
What changes with a TikTok Ban?
University of Southern Mississippi Marketing Professor Dr. Katie Howie speaks to WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott on the impending TikTok ban and what it means for South Mississippians.
GED gives MDOC Monroe Co. inmates a chance at success
MONROE COUNTY, MISS. (WCBI)- State inmates at the Monroe County Work Center who have not graduated high school are getting a chance to take their GED.…
Gautier community pays respect to Shermarion Miner at vigil
A vigil is being held tonight to remember the life of Shermarion Miner, a Gautier High student who died just last week. The vigil took place at…
Our Daily Bread Food Pantry Honored for 20 Years of Service
Our Daily Bread Food Pantry, made up of multiple local churches, has been serving groceries weekly to the under privileged community of Stone County. Cars…
City breaks ground on new boutique hotel in Long Beach
Officials in Long Beach broke ground on the new Hotel Whiskey location. The planned development is two years in the making. The hotel will be built…
Harrison County Emergency Management monitoring winter forecast
Harrison County Emergency Management is monitoring the forecast that calls for multiple days of freezing temperatures next week. Current forecasts have dangerously low wind chills starting Sunday and carrying into the week. Harrison County officials remind residents that taking steps…
MGCCC’s Dr. Cedric Bradley named Honorary Commander of 403rd Wing at Keesler Air Force Base
Dr. Cedric Bradley, Vice President of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Jackson County Campus, was inducted into the prestigious 403rd Wing Honorary Commander Program during a ceremony held on January 11, 2025, at Keesler Air Force Base. The 403rd Wing,…
Alabama man electrocuted while working construction in Biloxi
An Alabama man working a construction job in Biloxi died Wednesday after being electrocuted. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer said 42-year-old Kevin Bartley of Foley was working on a site off Oaklawn Road pouring concrete foundations. He was using a…
Gautier awarded grant to design Dolphin Drive project
Gautier has been awarded $1.2 million through the Federal Railroad Administration’s grant program to eliminate railroad crossings to fund a design of the Dolphin Drive at the CSX Railroad crossing. A 2022 feasibility study recommended converting the crossing at Dolphin…
Long Beach woman charged in stabbing death of man
A Long Beach woman has been charged with murder in the stabbing death of a man at a home on Daugherty Road. Harrison County Sheriff Matt Haley said 55-year-old Daphne Zeringue was taken to the Harrison County jail and bond…
Rev. Quentin Lyles joins WXXV to tell about upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Day events
Reverend Quentin Lyles from the New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Biloxi joins WXXV News 25 to discuss upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Day events happening on the coast.…
Police searching for two teens in January 9 shooting
Gulfport Police have identified suspects in a January 9 shooting on 39th Avenue. Police say 15-year-old Justyn Lee Jones and 17-year-old James Reginald Sibley are wanted for aggravated assault in the incident. They are considered armed and dangerous. Detectives say…
Details emerge, arrest made in Long Beach shooting
Long Beach Police have charged an 18-year-old with aggravated assault after a late night shooting. Police said Keone Moore was charged with aggravated assault and possession of a controlled substance. He was taken to the Harrison County jail and bonds…
Shermarion Miner upcoming vigil and funeral services
New details are in as the Jackson County coroner Bruce Lind Jr. says after autopsy results 15-year-old Shemarion Miner died of natural causes. He passed away January 9th after collapsing at…
Police recover drugs, guns, and alligators at Picayune home
Picayune Police raided a house on Glenwood Street on Wednesday and confiscated more than 5o pounds of marijuana, mushrooms, steroids, 14 firearms — and eight alligators…
Harrison County Spelling Bee Qualifier
North Woolmarket Elementary and Middle School will be hosting the Harrison County Spelling Bee Qualifier tomorrow. Those schools taking part are: Back Bay Elementary Delisle Elementary D'Iberville Elementary…
Speaking with Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann about upcoming legislation
WXXV News 25 is continuing to follow the Mississippi Legislature as it debates issues of importance to Mississippi and the Coast. Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann presides over…
CDC Says Mississippi is One of Thirty-Five States with Quademic Risks
It always happens this time of year. The coughing, sniffling, and sneezing always seems to pop up around the office when the cold weather rolls…
Stone County Sheriff's Department testing new surveillance system
After a vote during a Stone County Board of Supervisors meeting, the Stone County Sheriff's Department is allowed to use new software for security camera footage. The surveillance system, Flock…
Police investigating deadly shooting in Moss Point
Moss Point police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened earlier this afternoon. Moss Point Police Chief Brandon Ashley tells us police received a call about a shooting on Joseph Avenue. Police found a man dead in a vehicle once…
Chapel Hart performing at Jazz Fest
A familiar name is making their Jazz Fest debut! Chapel Hart will be performing at the festival on April 25th. The festival begins on April 24th and runs until May 4th. Be sure to head out and cheer on your…
The Shed preparing for 7th annual Shed Showdown competition
The folks at The Shed are hard at work this week preparing for the seventh annual Shed Showdown. It’s a barbecue lovers dream with five categories of…