Long Beach police officer appointed to NAMI Mississippi board of directors
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Long Beach Police Department shares that one of their own is serving the state in a big way. Officer Shea…
Back Bay Mission, Mississippi Votes team up to offer opportunity to register to vote
Back Bay Mission is partnering with Mississippi Votes to offer free voter registration later this month, ahead of this year’s midterm election.…
Bollinger Shipyards opens advanced Workforce Training Center in Gulfport to expand America’s maritime industrial base
GULFPORT, Mississippi – Bollinger Shipyards (“Bollinger”), a leading designer and builder of high-performance military and commercial vessels, announced the opening of a new, 7,200-square-foot Workforce Training Center located at its Gulfport facility. Developed in partnership with the Submarine Industrial Base (SIB) Program Office and Mississippi…
K9 Trace receives donation of body armor
Attorney General Lynn Fitch announces K9 Officer Trace has received a bullet and stab protective vest. This vest comes from the nonprofit ‘Vested Interest in K9s.’ K9 Trace serves…
Gulfport PD reminding drivers to slow down on the roads
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport Police Department is reminding drivers on the Coast that speeding can wreck lives. The department shares that nearly 11,300 people were…
Southern Miss Summer Road Tour stops in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Southern Miss Alumni Association joined Southern Miss Athletics on the annual Summer Road Tour to bring Golden Eagles together ahead of football season. The…
Home of Grace dedicates prayer garden and bell to honor longtime supporter Dub Herring
The Home of Grace is honoring the legacy of one of its longest serving supporters. Friday, the faith-based addiction recovery program dedicated…
Gulfport leaders celebrate grand opening of new Hampton Inn by Hilton Hotel
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A new hotel is opening its doors in Gulfport. Thursday, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce helped cut the ribbon…
UPDATE: MSDH confirms five cases of cyclosporiasis in Mississippi
Jackson, Miss.– The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) has confirmed five reported cases of cyclosporiasis in the state from Public Health Districts 3 (the Delta), 5 (Central), 8 (Southern), and 9 (which includes the coastal counties). At this time,…
Governor Reeves requests major disaster declaration for counties impacted by Tropical Storm Arthur
JACKSON, Miss. – Governor Tate Reeves today requested a Major Disaster Declaration from President Trump for eight counties impacted by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flash flooding on June 18-19, 2026, from the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur. Tropical Storm…
Beau Rivage donates community grants to local organization
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Beau Rivage Resort and Casino is investing in efforts to help those in need across the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The resort awarded $25,000 in community…
Humane Society of South Mississippi opens after-hours vet clinic
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-If your pet needs medical attention after your veterinarian’s office closes, there’s now a new option on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Humane Society of…
Road closure for parts of Victory Street in Gulfport rescheduled
(Gulfport, MS) – D.N.P, INC has rescheduled a road closure on Victory Street between Loposser Avenue and High School Drive for a sewer manhole tie in project. Work is scheduled for Monday, July 20, 2026, from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30…
Behind the Badge: A look at the Gulfport PD Interdiction Unit
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Policing is usually a fast-paced job, but for Gulfport’s interdiction unit, catching criminals often comes down to patience. After spending an evening…
Gulfport Police Department investigating Thursday night shooting
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport Police Department is investigating a shooting that took place Thursday night. According to Gulfport PD, officers responded to the 5000 block of 28th Street in reference to a firearm discharge. Once on scene, officers found…
Community invited to school supply giveaway in Bay St. Louis
BAY. ST LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)-The first day of school is right around the corner for many Coast students. Local organizations are putting together school supply giveaways. Retro Fit and H.O.O.D Community Mentorship, Inc are partnering together for a school supply…
Gulf Coast Big Rig Truck Show returns to the Coast Coliseum
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The 11th annual Gulf Coast Big Rig Truck Show is coming to the Mississippi Gulf Coast Coliseum in Biloxi. The show offers unique…
MDOT Roadeo showcases equipment operators’ skills in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- MDOT equipment operators put their skills and preparedness to the test, demonstrating the precision and training required to keep Mississippi’s roads running smoothly. WXXV News…
Governor Reeves gives first remarks on Nolan Wells death investigation
Governor Tate Reeves made his first remarks on the Nolan Wells death investigation. Speaking at a press conference this week about the special legislative session he called…
Former educator arrested, charged with sexual battery and enticement of a child to meet for sexual purposes in Ocean Springs
On June 20, 2026, the Ocean Springs Police Department was notified by the Ocean Springs School District of allegations involving an inappropriate sexual relationship between a teacher and a student. During the investigation, detectives determined that former Oak Park Elementary…
Federal court upholds inmate’s conviction in 2007 robbery, murder case in Biloxi
A Mississippi death row inmate has lost his latest appeal in federal court. The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld Jason Keller’s conviction…
Singing River Health System hosting Bone Marrow Donor Drive
Singing River Health System is hosting the Team Cate Bone Marrow Drive. Joining us to talk more about the drive and how you can help save a…
Gautier’s Men Club hosting Fish Fry for CASA Fundraiser
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gautier’s Men Club is hosting their annual Fish Fry for CASA fundraiser this weekend. Joining us ahead of the event is Doug Adams…
City of Gulfport extends road closure for section of Three Rivers Road
(Gulfport, MS) – The City of Gulfport has extended the Road Closure on Three Rivers Road between Dedeaux Road and Angela Drive for the drainage improvement and water main replacement project. The road will remain closed until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July…