Clocking In with Spencer: Spencer steps into tactical gear with Gulfport SWAT team
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Spencer is trading in the news desk for tactical gear on this week’s edition of Clocking in with Spencer. WXXV…
Gov. Reeves unveils Mississippi Statewide AI Framework to boost education and workforce development
Governor Tate Reeves announced Thursday that Mississippi is preparing students and workers for the future with a new focus on artificial intelligence. The…
Sail250 brings international military ships to New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS, La. (WXXV)- New Orleans will be playing host to military ships next weekend as navies from Chile, the Netherlands, America and others will be in the Crescent City.…
Southern Miss Gulf Blue Navigator Demo Day showcases innovation and technology
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Start-up businesses gathered at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center in Gulfport on Wednesday evening for Gulf Blue Navigator Demo Day, a chance…
Blow Fly Bar and Grill in Gulfport closing its doors
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A well-known Gulfport restaurant has once again closed its doors. Blow Fly Bar and Grill owner Jonathan Allen took to social media Wednesday…
Mark Your Calendars: Mississippi’s 2026 Shrimp Season Start Date Announced
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The Department of Marine Resources has set the opening date for the 2026 - 2027 shrimp season. State territorial waters open on May 26th at 6 AM. All regulations of MDMR will be in full force and full…
CTA announces bus reroutes for Octane Car Festival in downtown Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) — The Coast Transit Authority is alerting riders about street closures and route changes during the Octane Car Festival this weekend. The event is set for Saturday, May 23, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with portions…
Moss Point School District implementing clear bag policy for graduation
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Moss Point School District announced they will be implementing a clear bag policy for graduation. School officials warn that all gift bags are also subject to be searched. For more information on the clear bag…
Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System receive top marks in 2026 CMS report
The Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System is once again being recognized for top-quality care. According to a report from the Centers for…
Students explore opportunities at North Woolmarket Middle School Career Fair
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Career possibilities took over the hallways at North Woolmarket Middle School as students explored what their futures could hold. The campus was…
Hancock County residents approve $49M school bond
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The votes to renew a $49 million bond to pay for upgrades across multiple Hancock County school campuses have been released. Hancock County residents voted to approve the school bond issue. 1,347 ballots were cast and of…
Cedar Lake Bridge in Biloxi to close Thursday for emergency repairs
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Drivers in Biloxi should be aware as the City of Biloxi announces a temporary closure of Cedar Lake Bridge on Thursday, May 21. According to city officials, the bridge will be closed to traffic from 8 a.m.…
New juvenile crime law could send teen offenders to adult court
New juvenile crime legislation is set to bring major changes to Mississippi’s court system this summer. The Picayune Police Department is now warning parents and…
Harrison County School District leads state, raises $26K for heart health
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The American Heart Association is celebrating the Harrison County School District after it became the top participating district in the state through the…
Jazz in the Pass returns to Pass Christian
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- War Memorial Park in Pass Christian will be full of good tunes this Sunday. Jazz in the Pass returns for another year. Earl Washington…
Man arrested in Wiggins on sexual battery, child exploitation charges; investigation ongoing
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- A man has been arrested in Wiggins in connection to an ongoing sexual battery investigation. The Wiggins Police Department says Jesse Stiles was arrested and charged with one count of sexual battery and two counts of touching…
Pet of the Week: Darren 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…
Local 14-year-old prodigy turns heads with paintings
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV) -- After only one year of experience, a 14-year-old art prodigy in Hancock County is already creating incredible pieces of artwork and catching the eyes…
Pascagoula-Gautier School District announces changes to meal program
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Gautier School District is sharing an update to their meal program for the next school year. Due to increased household incomes, the…
Klein Road closure extended in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport announced that Klein Road will remain closed throughout the week. The closure runs from Three Rivers Road to Olivet Drive. Crews are installing…
43rd Avenue closure extended in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- 43rd Avenue between Central Street and 9th Street will see the closure extended. The closure will now go until Friday, May 22. Crews are installing a sewer…
Gulfport lands on Fishing Booker’s 2026 list of top Red Snapper destinations in the Gulf
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport has been named one of the top eight red snapper fishing destinations in the Gulf for 2026.…
School Choice Public Forum scheduled as debate over education options continues
School choice is a hot and controversial topic. It’s a policy that allows parents to use public tax dollars to fund their children’s education outside…
Hancock County residents vote on school bond funding
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A major school funding decision is in the hands of Hancock County voters Tuesday. Hancock County voters are deciding the fate of a $49…