Remembering crime victims at annual candlelight vigil in South Mississippi
Local law enforcement leaders gathered Tuesday morning to remember and reconnect with victims of crime in our region. The annual Candlelight Vigil for…
Man captured after hours-long manhunt in Pearl River County
A man who ran from Pearl River County Sheriff’s deputies Tuesday was caught later that afternoon after an hours-long manhunt. Semaj Hall had arrived at the Pearl River County Jail to turn himself in on an indictment. Investigators say when…
Community invited to Family-Friendly Kentucky Derby Celebration in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The Kentucky Derby is happening this weekend and a popular Ocean Springs spot is putting together a family friendly derby event. Here to…
News 25 Pet of the Week: Marley is looking for a forever home
It’s time now to meet a lovable pet in the care of the Jackson County Animal Shelter up for adoption. As always, we…
Retired Gulfport Athletic Director Bryan Caldwell announces run for open Ward 2 Council Seat
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- One person has already declared their candidacy for the open Ward 2 seat in Gulfport. Retired Gulfport School District Athletic Director Bryan Caldwell officially…
Four arrested, three victims rescued in Biloxi in nationwide human trafficking operation
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-A nation-wide human trafficking crackdown leads to multiple arrests and rescued victims in Biloxi. Three victims were recovered and four suspected traffickers were taken into custody in Biloxi as a result of Mississippi’s participation in Operation Coast to…
Historic Birthplace of Barq’s Root Beer restored as bed and breakfast in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Travelers and Coast residents will soon be able to stay where history lives in the building where Barq’s Root Beer…
Southaven man arrested on child grooming charge in Jackson County investigation
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-A Southaven man has been arrested on a warrant on the charge of grooming a child after an investigation in Jackson County. Authorities say 38-year-old Justin Giles was taken into custody last week by the DeSoto County…
State Auditor releases report on undocumented immigrants
A new report from State Auditor Shad White claims Mississippi taxpayers spent more than ten and a half million dollars on Medicaid services for undocumented immigrants over a three-year…
Wiggins Walmart Supercenter reopens after gas line rupture
Wiggins, Miss. (WXXV)- Operations at the Walmart in Wiggins are back to normal after a gas line rupture forced a delayed opening Tuesday morning. Wiggins Fire Chief Steven Purvis says that line, located outside the store, was accidentally hit around…
Carey on the Coast brings fun to South Mississippi
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- William Carey University’s ‘Carey on the Coast’ brought families out to the waterfront for an afternoon filled with live music, carnival rides, games, and…
Crowds gathered in Downtown Gulfport for annual Chandyfest
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- It was a big turnout Sunday for Chandyfest at Chandeleur Island Brewing Company as crowds packed the festival for a full day of food, music,…
Community participates in A Latte Abilities Inclusive Color Walk and Roll
A Latte Friends added a splash of color to the community this weekend. The first ever ‘Color Walk and Roll’ brought families together for a…
Applications closed for Gulfport emergency home repair program
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The application window for Gulfport’s emergency homeowner repair program closed after just six minutes Monday morning after reaching the maximum number of submissions. The program…
Pass Road Possibilities Tour spotlights development opportunities
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-From Highway 49 to Keesler Air Force Base, Pass Road is a critical corridor through Gulfport and Biloxi. A group is sponsoring two commercial development possibilities…
Officials urge residents to review safety plans during severe weather season
In the wake of this weekend’s severe weather in South Mississippi, including three tornadoes that touched down in Gulfport, it’s a good reminder to make…
Vendor applications for Peter Anderson Festival opening soon
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Vendor applications for the Peter Anderson Festival are opening at the end of the week. To make the process easier, update your Zapplication profile…
Community attends annual Pine Hill Festival in Wiggins
Hundreds of people made their way to Downtown Wiggins for the Pine Hill Festival over the weekend. Festival-goers were treated to concerts from the Cary Hudson Band and…
Two people arrested in George County drug investigation
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Authorities in George County have arrested two people following an investigation into the transfer of controlled substances. According to the George County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division, working in conjunction with the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, Christopher…
Opening date announced for Ocean Springs Chipotle location
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Less than a week after crowds flocked to the grand opening for the new Ocean Springs Chick-Fil-A, another new much anticipated dining spot is opening its doors in the city on Tuesday. The new Chipotle is…
City of Gulfport sets date for special election for Ward 2 seat
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport City Council has set a special election date for the Ward 2 council seat vacated by Ron Roland. The special election will be held on Tuesday, June 9 with the qualifying deadline for candidates landing…
Gulf Coast Chamber invites community to annual Taste, Rattle and Roll
The Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce is hosting their annual food event next month! Taste, Rattle and Roll is taking over Jones Park in Gulfport.…
City of Lucedale ending fluoridation in municipal water system
Lucedale is set to officially end fluoridation in its municipal water system next month. The change takes effect May 15 after years of fluoride levels falling below…
April's Huntington Learning Center Teacher of the Month: Moss Point CTE's Cynthia Harris
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Each month, WXXV and Huntington Learning Center team up to honor one outstanding educator in South Mississippi. April's…