Hurricane Hunters tracking Isaias
The Hurricane Hunters took to the skies Wednesday to gather information on Hurricane Isaias in the Gulf. Sam Lucey and Brynne Baxley with our News 25 Weather Authority team were on board…
All high school football games on the Coast moved to Thursday
All high school football games on the Mississippi Gulf Coast will now be played Thursday, October 8th due to weather. Kickoff times remain at 7 p.m. As a result, WXXV’s Friday Night Showcase will take place Thursday night on WXXV…
School Districts announcing schedule changes ahead of Isaias
School Districts in South Mississippi are announcing schedule changes due to Isaias. The George County School District will be closed Friday, October 9. Poplarville School District will have an early release on Friday, October 9, 2026. Moss Point School District…
Moore Community House expanding workforce development
Moore Community House is expanding its long-running Women in Construction program with a new workforce development initiative called ‘PATH.’ Marion Mcauly and Mindy Pizzetta join us in studio with more.
Diamondhead hosts 14th annual Blessing of the Classics
DIAMONDHEAD, Miss. (WXXV) -- Cruisers made their way out to Diamondhead on Wednesday for the 14th annual Blessing of the Classics parade. Live music, good food, classic cars,…
Mopar Day in Da Bay returns to Bay St. Louis
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- Get ready to rev those engines, Mopar Day in Da Bay is back. The Alice Mosely Folk Art Museum is hosting…
Bethesda Big Easy Bash raising funds for good cause
A special celebration is bringing the community together for a good cause. The Bethesda Big Easy Bash is happening October 10, honoring the beloved owner of Shoal…
One person in custody, child safely recovered following standoff with Biloxi Police Department
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - One person was arrested Wednesday night following an hours-long standoff at an apartment complex in Biloxi. According to the Biloxi Police Department, officers received a report around 4:30 p.m. about an armed individual who had barricaded…
Cruisin’ the Coast 2026 breaks registration record
Some exciting news out of Cruise Central, the registration record was broken Wednesday morning. Stephen and Miranda McKinley of Ashville, Alabama were the Cruisers whose registration broke the record.…
Mississippi Power shares update on storm preparations
Mississippi Power has released an update on its storm preparation plans now being put into motion. Line crews are now on standby across the service region, as well as…
Counties prepare for possible impacts from Isaias
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Coastal communities continue to ramp up preparations ahead of Isaias. Harrison County leaders met Wednesday to discuss their emergency response plan. As Isaias continues to develop,…
MEMA sharing hurricane preparedness reminders
Officials with MEMA are also keeping an eye on Isaias and have released some reminders on those simple things you can do to make sure you’re prepared for any scenario. Things like having at least three days of food, water,…
Pascagoula man sentenced on child sex crime charges
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-A Pascagoula man will spend 90 years in prison after being convicted of sexual battery and child exploitation. A Jackson County jury found 48-year-old Michael Shane Steiner guilty on all six counts Wednesday, deliberating for less than…
Attorney Ben Crump responds to President Trump ‘looking into’ the Death of Nolan Wells
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (Oct. 7, 2026) – Attorney Ben Crump released a statement after President Donald Trump told reporters that his administration is “looking into” the death of Nolan Wells. Sunday marks 100 days since Wells disappeared during a Fourth of…
Gulf Islands National Seashore announces closures due to storm
The Gulf Islands National Seashore has closed public areas as a precaution due to Isaias. All barrier islands are now closed to recreation activities. Meanwhile, the Davis…
Pet of the Week: Toby 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 to tell us…
Sand Bag locations opening across South Mississippi
Due to the expected rainfall, sand bag locations are opening across South Mississippi. In Biloxi: Self-serve, bring your own shovel Former Water Department building-194 Main Street J. Holloway Sports Complex -765 Wells Drive Fire Station 9-9470 Oaklawn Road Each location…
Democrat Scott Colom discusses Mississippi Senate bid ahead of November election
Scott Colom, the democratic candidate in Mississippi’s U.S. Senate Race, is canvassing the state. Colom is challenging incumbent Republic Senator Cindy Hyde Smith. He is…
Harrison County EMA Director Matt Stratton discusses Isaias
New information has come out in the past few hours on the strength and latest track on Isaias, as country governments here on the Coast make initial preparations. WXXV News…
Drivers test skills at Autocross at the Scarlet Pearl
Autocross at the Scarlet Pearl in D’Iberville is entering its final day. If you have a need for speed, this is the place you want to be.…
Cruisers take over downtown Moss Point for Cruisin’ the River City
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Classic cars took over Downtown Moss Point as Cruisin’ the River City brought the sights, sounds, and chrome of Cruisin’ the…
WXXV News 25’s Chloe Carter brings us to the Biloxi Block Party
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Cruisers are taking over Downtown Biloxi this morning and throughout the day. The annual Biloxi Block Party has officially kicked off, running from 8 to 3 p.m. Chloe Carter is live ahead…
MHP releases identity of person killed in Tuesday George County wreck
George County, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Highway Patrol is releasing the name of the victim of Tuesday's wreck in George County. That wreck causing structural damage to the Pascagoula River Bridge. A 2021 Kenworth semi-truck driven by 51-year-old Donald Givens of…
Cruisin' The Coast Flame Throwing Competition draws large crowds
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- An annual Cruisin' The Coast crowd favorite took over Biloxi Tuesday night, as hundreds gathered at the IP Casino Resort for the flame…