Family still missing loved one killed by drunk driver in 2011
This Fourth of July, someone, somewhere will make the decision to get behind the wheel drunk, risking the safety of others in the process. It's…
Red Snapper season coming to a close
Red Snapper season is coming to a close this weekend. That's according to the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources. The season's close comes at 11:59 PM on July 7th. After the closure, no Red Snapper can be caught in the…
Mississippi Aquarium hosting Pancakes for Penguins
The Mississippi Aquarium and Brick & Spoon owner Kerri Paul came to the WXXV News 25 studio to discuss their upcoming Pancakes with Penguins event this weekend!
Keeping pets happy and safe on the Fourth of July
The Fourth of July is tomorrow and fireworks will be shot off. But how does this affect furry friends? The most important thing to remember is…
Gulfport man to serve 25 years for armed robbery
A Gulfport man will spend 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to the 2023 armed robbery of a Hardees restaurant. District Attorney Crosby Parker said 34-year-old Charles Brown pleaded guilty earlier this week. He was sentenced to 25 years…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Jones Park in Gulfport previewing the Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo and Music Festival
The 76th annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo and Music Festival will be kicking off for the 4th of July holiday. This event features fireworks, fishing, and vendors. Contestants…
Federal court orders some of Mississippi’s state legislative maps to be redrawn
A federal court has ordered Mississippi to redraw its 2022 state legislative maps in several areas after concluding those maps unlawfully dilute the voting strength of Black Mississippians. The ruling was issued Tuesday night and requires the creation of new…
Miss Mississippi visits WXXV
Just a few short weeks ago, a new Miss Mississippi was crowned in Vicksburg, and now we're hearing directly from her on what she has planned over the next year. Miss…
Long Beach facing possible changes in non-smoking ordinance
The city of Long Beach is looking to make some potential changes to its non-smoking ordinance. The city's Board of Aldermen met Tuesday evening and discussed some new recommendations from…
Bay St. Louis brushing up on emergency casualty care
Bay St. Louis police officers are taking the time to brush up on their tactical emergency casualty care. Officers actually receive state certification for this…
Will construction on Mississippi roads impact emergency evacuations?
Hurricane Beryl is forecasted to enter the Gulf of Mexico on Friday. While the track of the storm is still uncertain, we want our viewers to feel…
D'Iberville testing weather sirens Wednesday
The City of D’Iberville will be performing a test of their emergency weather sirens on Wednesday, July 3rd at 10 a.m. They will be testing the seven sirens located throughout the city for proper functioning. The sounding of the sirens…
Gulfport PD searching for man wanted in connection with December shooting
On December 17, 2023, at approximately 7:26 p.m., the Gulfport Police Department responded to the area of 3318 39th Avenue in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Through the course of the…
Records set for saltwater fishing in June
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources certified two state saltwater fishing records for June. The first honored is Nathan Bosarge of Biloxi. Setting a tackle record for Golden Tilefish, that fish weighing 23 pounds. A Gautier man set a record…
TRAFFIC ALERT: 4-vehicle crash on I-10 past Ocean Springs exit 50
MDOT is reporting a crash on I-10 E past MS 609 S / Ocean Springs EX 50. According to Mississippi Highway Patrol Spokesman Landon Orozco, the crash was a four-vehicle accident in the eastbound lanes. There were injuries reported, but…
Boil water notice for Moss Point residents north of I-10
The City of Moss Point Public Works Department is in the process of repairing a broken water main and hopes to have service restored soon. Any resident in the affected areas that have lost water pressure are under a precautionary…
Butch Oustalet Foundation gives $80,000 donation to Home of Grace
Home of Grace, a faith-based rehab for addiction, has received a massive donation from Butch Oustalet. The Butch Oustalet Foundation was able to donate $80,000 that was…
CASA School Supply Drive
CASA of South Mississippi is asking for school supplies ahead of this upcoming school year. A donation will provide backpacks, notebooks, writing supplies, and more to ensure children have what they need. To donate or for more information, click here.
Harrison County fire crews respond to camper fire
Harrison County fire crews responded to a camper fire in the northern part of the county Monday. Firefighters got the call around 2 p.m. No injuries were reported.…
Biloxi man sentenced to 80 years for sexual battery of children
Biloxi, Mississippi – District Attorney W. Crosby Parker announced today that 37-year-old Quincy Allen Hall, of Biloxi, Mississippi pled guilty yesterday to two counts of Sexual Battery, one count of Child Exploitation and one count of Touching of a Child…
Next Generation Director Kelli Brent turns her church's old van into an Ice Cream Truck for Community Outreach
A member of staff at Temple Baptist Church in Hattiesburg makes a big impact in her community with…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Mississippi Highway Patrol Troop K in Biloxi to discuss road safety
The upcoming 4th of July holiday is a time for celebration, but it's also one of the busiest times on the roads, which can increase the risk of accidents.…
Applications now open for HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding STEM grant awards
PASCAGOULA, Miss., June 26, 2024 — HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division announced today that the application period for its annual science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) grant awards are now open for the 2024-2025 academic school year and will…
Woman charged with taking money from bank account without permission
A caregiver is accused of taking money from a victim's bank account without permission. Biloxi Police Chief John Miller said 54-year-old LIsa McGhee of Biloxi was charged with exploitation of a vulnerable person. She was taken to the Harrison County…