From storm damage to major upgrades: Inside Long Beach Harbor’s transformation
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- When you look at the work being done at the Long Beach Harbor, it is a tale of two projects. Repairs…
Behind the Badge: A look inside Gulfport PD’s Criminal Investigative Division
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- We’re getting a look inside the cases that don’t end when the cameras turn off. Detectives with the Gulfport Police Department say…
Keesler Air Force Base Celebrates National Police Week with Community Events
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — Keesler Air Force Base is honoring law enforcement officers across South Mississippi with a week of events in celebration of National Police Week. The celebration begins May 11 and continues on May 12 with a police…
Local church giving back to Gulfport PD with appreciation lunch during National Police Week
GULFPORT, Miss (WXXV)- Handsboro Baptist Church will open its doors to the Gulfport Police Department during National Police Week with a special police appreciation lunch on Wednesday, May 13. The lunch, held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., is designed…
Jeepin the Coast set to return to South Mississippi
Jeepin the Coast is taking over the Coast at the end of the month. The official kick off is May 27. Ahead of the fun, Jennifer Moran…
Trump Administration reclassifying medical marijuana, local businesses react
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- President Donald Trump’s move to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug could reshape the cannabis industry nationwide. For many years, medical…
Firefighters battle Sunday afternoon house fire in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV) — Firefighters in Moss Point responded to a fire Sunday afternoon that left part of a home heavily damaged. According to the Moss Point Fire Department, crews were dispatched to Azalea Street around 4:45 p.m. on…
Training Exercise at Keesler Air Force Base to bring increased activity this week
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A head’s up for those of you who live and work near Keesler Air Force Base. You may notice an…
Splash pads officially open in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- As temperatures start to heat up across the Coast, Harrison County is giving families a fun way to cool down this summer. All county-maintained splash…
Mississippi House Speaker White creates six new select committees
Mississippi House Speaker Jason White announced the creation of six new select committees tasked with making policy proposals for the 2027 legislative session. Those committees include ones focused on…
House fire in Ocean Springs Sunday
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-- Ocean Springs fire crews spent Sunday morning battling a large house fire. When crews arrived to the home on…
Mississippi students recognized at Congressional Art Competition reception
Mississippi students are being recognized for their creativity in this year’s Congressional Art Competition. Congressman Mike Ezell announced the 2026 winners after a reception celebrating student artists from…
Gulfport City Council names pier after Ship Island Excursions founder
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport City Council has renamed a pier at the city harbor after a local legend. Tuesday, the council unanimously voted to adopt…
Gulfport mayor recognizes youth council members
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport Mayor Hugh Keating and the city council awarded medals to the graduating mayor’s youth council members. The ceremony took place on May 5. These members were…
Road closure for 43rd Avenue in Gulfport scheduled
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Starting Monday is a road closure in Gulfport. 43rd Avenue between Central Street and 9th Street will be closed starting Monday. The closure begins at…
City of Gautier hosting listening session for Ward 1 residents
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier is hosting another listening session next week. This session focuses on Ward 1. Residents are invited to First United…
George County School District names two new assistant principals
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County School District is sharing two new assistant principals for the upcoming school year. Christina Havard and Coach Tyler Williams will…
Blood drives happening across the Coast in May
The American Red Cross will be hosting a few blood drives in the month of May. The first is set for May 21 as part of the Battle…
Long Beach firefighter recognized by Gulfport Exchange Club
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- One Long Beach firefighter has been recognized for his work. Kelly Whitman was selected as ‘Firefighter of the Year’ by the Gulfport Exchange Club.…
Ocean Springs Police Department recognizes two members
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Police Department is recognizing two members of their force. Both are receiving recognition for work done in the first quarter of 2026.…
Jackson County fire crews take part in training
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection Team is sharing a few firefighters have been conducting air truck training the last few weeks. They are learning…
One local business helping Ocean Springs firefighters clean their masks
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- In Ocean Springs, the fire department is thanking one business for help cleaning up face pieces. Tony Murphy with 1-800-Board Up brought…
The Gautier Police Department issue road safety reminders
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gautier Police Department is reminding all residents that certain vehicles are not allowed on roadways. Those include mini bikes, dirt bikes, and four wheelers.…
Deputy earns Top Shot Award at George County Sheriff’s Firearm Qualifications
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Department is congratulating one of their own. Deputy Conner Dunlap earned the Top Shot Award at the…