New Music Monday for December 23rd
Katy Perry is one of the few music artist delivering songs as the year wraps up. Here's WXXV entertainment reporter Brent Evans with the latest New Music Monday.
Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO on N.Y. state charges
By Adam Reiss and David K. Li Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Monday to New York state charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, as his defense complained about police parading him in “perp walks” that are “perfectly choreographed, utterly political.” Mangione wore a…
Shrimp season to close north of ICW on January 1, 2025
BILOXI, Miss. – Officials with the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources remind shrimpers that all waters north of the Intracoastal Waterway will close at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, as provided by law and the regulations of the MDMR.…
Waste Management will be closed in observance of Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
Biloxi, MS – (December 20, 2024) – In observance of Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, there will be no garbage collection for residential customers on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, and Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Wednesday residential customers will be collected on…
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi Honors Veterans with Wreath-Laying Ceremony and Holiday Giving Initiative
Biloxi, MS, December 18, 2024 – Team members from Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi recently gathered at Biloxi’s National Cemetery to lay over 17,000 wreaths in a heartfelt tribute to the nation’s veterans. This annual event, which has been…
MDOT suspends work, urges safe driving for holiday travel
JACKSON, MISS. – ‘Tis the season for holiday travel! This year, AAA estimates that a record 119.3 million Americans will travel more than 50 miles from home between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day, expecting to break the previous record set in…
One dead, another wounded in early morning shooting in Waveland
Waveland Police have arrested a man in connection with an early Saturday morning shooting. Police say 22-year-old Robert Sams Jr. of the Kiln has been charged with 1st degree murder and aggravated assault He was taken to the Hancock County…
Biloxi battles early morning apartment fire
Biloxi Fire crews battled an apartment fire early Saturday morning. Firefighters arrived about 2:30 a.m. at Woodland Towns Apartments on Irish Hill Drive to find one of the structures fully involved and threatening other nearby units. No injuries were reported…
Update: Gulfport Councilman Myles Sharp officially tenders resignation
Gulfport Ward 5 Councilman Myles Sharp officially tendered his resignation to Council President Rusty Walker Friday, days after announcing his intention to resign. Sharp's resignation takes effect at 11:30 p.m. on Monday, December 30. Since the resignation takes effect with…
A preview of the 2025 Mississippi Legislation Session
The 2025 Mississippi Legislation Session is set to begin on January 7th. Representative Jeffrey Hulum III joins Dave Elliott in studio for a preview of things to come.
Blue Winter Wonderland Bash
Over in Biloxi the Boys & Girls Club east unit celebrating the holiday season with an event sponsored by Harrah’s. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was at…
Picayune Police offering straw to keep pets warm
The Picayune Police Department is offering a way to keep outdoor animals warm. On Saturday, Picayune Animal Control will be delivering straw to residents to keep pets warm. The offer isn't just for the city, those in Pearl River County…
Ocean Springs Road reopens to traffic
A miracle right ahead of Christmas. Ocean Springs Road in the City of Discovery has officially opened! That closure originally started on September 30th. All traffic was subjected to a detour as a roundabout was installed. Just as a reminder…
Two Hancock County men charged with trying to bribe witness in stalking case
Two Hancock County men have been charged with trying to pay off a victim to drop his charges against Alan Moran. 23-year-old Jeremy Billings of Diamondhead and 23-year-old Ian Schexnayder of Bay St. Louis are charged with bribing a witness.…
Mega Millions jackpot up to over $800 million
The Mega Millions jackpot continues to grow. No winners were reported following Tuesday night’s drawing. Those numbers were 56,66,67,68,69 with a Megaplier of 18. The next drawing for…
Friends of the Court holds special event for children
Harrison County Senior Services and the Harrison County Support Center partnered to host a special event at the Lyman Senior Center. The Friends of the Court program…
‘Disney’ themed ice skating at Coast Coliseum
The next themed skating session at the Coast Coliseum is tonight! Tonight’s theme is Disney. You can hit the ice starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $13 and go…
Lights, Planes, and Santa at the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum in Gulfport
The Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum is joining in on the holiday fun this Christmas season. The ‘Lights, Planes, and Santa’ event took place last…
Former Councilman Alan Moran violates probation
Former Diamondhead city councilman Alan Moran is back in Hancock County jail after being convicted of a child sex crime several months ago. This time, Moran was arrested Monday by Waveland Police on…
Festive Finds: Sugaring NYC
Christmas is next week and we want to help you with a few fun gift ideas and services you can consider for yourself or loved ones! We’ve done some research and found…
Elf the Musical takes over the stage at the Beau Rivage
You may have seen the movie Elf, but you’ve definitely never seen it like this before. Elf the Musical has taken over the stage at the Beau Rivage, bringing one of the…
Part Two: Marco's Conversation with Buddy the Elf!
WXXV News 25's Marco Bitonel is hanging out with Buddy the Elf at Beau Rivage Casino Resort ahead of continued performances of 'Elf: The Musical' at Beau Rivage Theatre. Here's…
Update on developments in Harrison County
Harrison County Administrator Robert Collins is in studio to talk about some developments for the county.
102-year-old woman celebrates birthday in Gulfport
It was a jolly day at the Driftwood Nursing Center as they held their annual Christmas party for their residents! It was also a special day for one resident of…