The U.S. Department of Commerce's economic development administration announced a federal grant awarded to Mississippi. The strategy development grant focuses on addressing unemployment gaps within the state. The…
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks hosted a public meeting Wednesday night. The meeting was held at the West Harrison High School to discuss Chronic…
Toyota Motor Co. said Wednesday it is recalling 1 million vehicles over a defect that could cause airbags not to deploy, increasing the risk of injury. The recall covers a range of Toyota and Lexus vehicles with model years from 2020 to…
The Extreme Bare Knuckle Fighting Series is returning to Biloxi on February 10. This is the third time the event returns to the Mississippi Coast Coliseum.…
A viral TikTok shows some Gautier Police officers working another job - taking care of a car wash. A 7-second video posted earlier this month shows officers…
The Gulfport Police Department and Walmart came together to make the holidays a little brighter for some kids in their community. Five children, along with teenagers, were treated…
After recent emailed threats were sent out to airports across the Magnolia State, first responders along with the public met up to discuss safety…
Tuesday was Turtle Day at the Mississippi Aquarium! Members of the MSAQ Crew met the volunteer organization - Turtles Fly Too - to accept 40 cold-stunned Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtles from the New England Aquarium. Over the next months, these…
You might have Mississippi oysters back on your plate next year. Mississippi was once the oyster harvesting capital, but multiple disasters have depleted the supply. There's been…
Multiple organizations across Mississippi have created a plan to help families experiencing homelessness This plan will be especially beneficial in keeping children out of the foster care…
JACKSON, Miss. – Today the Mississippi State Board of Education (SBE) named Dr. Lance Evans, the superintendent of the New Albany School District, the next state superintendent of education. The SBE selected Dr. Evans after conducting a national search. He will assume…
Today, Circle K is hosting a Circle K Fuel Day Pop-Up in Gulfport, Jackson, and Vicksburg with 30 cents off per gallon between 4 and 7 p.m. Ahead of the holiday frenzy, customers will be able to get 50 percent…
BY MATTHEW BROWN AND MATTHEW DALY Updated 2:48 PM CST, December 20, 2023 WASHINGTON (AP) — Oil companies offered $382 million for drilling rights in the Gulf of Mexico on Wednesday after courts rejected the Biden administration’s plans to scale back the sale to protect…
A Long Beach man is accused of intentionally leaving roofing nails on a roadway to damage vehicle tires. Long Beach Police Chief Billy Seal said 60-year-old Jody Barcelona is charged with leaving dangerous substance on a highway. He was taken…
All day today, we celebrated the man we all know and love, the one we call chief, Rob Knight! Rob is celebrating his 10th anniversary here at WXXV this month and we’re going to talk a lot about how he…
A Vancleave man pleaded guilty to possession of more than 9,900 images and videos of child pornography in federal court in Gulfport. U.S. Attorney Todd W. Gee and Special Agent in Charge Jermicha Fomby of the Federal Bureau of Investigation…
A $1,539.99 Neighbors Helping Neighbors Community Grant from Singing River Electric allowed the City of Gautier to purchase a rescue chainsaw. This specialized piece of equipment is designed exclusively for fire, rescue, and emergency service personnel. The immediate goal is…
Tonight, The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is holding a meeting to discuss chronic wasting disease in deer in South Mississippi. The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at the West Harrison High School gym. Topics surrounding effects and…
One local entrepreneur and cancer survivor is giving hope to children who desperately need it during the holidays. As a cancer survivor, Zack Rushing is one who knows all too well…
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Mississippi field office director Adrenace Williams will be joined by Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes to address homelessness on December 20. The address will happen at noon at the Handsboro Community Center in…
Fishermen out to land offshore species of fish in Mississippi will soon be required to obtain a new permit in addition to a fishing license. The commission on Marine Resources today passed…
A few places on the Coast will be collecting Christmas Trees for recycling starting December 26 and running through January 13. Locations available for collection include: Pass Christian Harbor The east side…
A local Boys and Girl Club is fulfilling its mission in helping the youth in the community. With new editions coming to the afterschool program, young students will be setup for success…
Did you know that turtles can fly? Well, not literally, but they did fly to MillionAir in Gulfport. Each year, the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies and Mississippi Aquarium receive Kemp's Ridley…