Mississippi float featured in 2026 Rose Parade
The 2026 Rose Parade is set to kick off in two days. Mississippi will have a float in the parade again this year. Charlie Worsham and Visit Mississippi Director…
Elijah’s Closet collecting Mardi Gras throws
Mardi Gras season is fast approaching and Elijah’s Closet is hosting their annual fundraiser. Emily Bowie joins us to explain what kind of throws are needed and where they can…
Harrison County, Mississippi Power team up for Christmas tree recycling
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County has partnered with Mississippi Power to give your Christmas tree a second life and help keep the Coast clean. Your…
Oklahoma man firing gun in yard fatally shoots neighbor sitting blocks away, authorities say
COMANCHE, Okla. (AP) — An Oklahoma man firing a gun he bought as a Christmas present has been charged with manslaughter after authorities say a stray bullet left his yard during target practice and fatally struck a neighbor who was…
Salvation Army Center of Hope in Gulfport opens as cold weather shelter
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Another cold weather shelter, the Salvation Army Center of Hope in Gulfport opened its doors Monday for people who need a warm place to stay. Temperatures…
Mississippi Highway Patrol concludes holiday travel period
Mississippi Highway Patrol’s Christmas travel enforcement period has ended and MHP officials have now released statewide numbers. From December 23 to midnight Friday, troopers issued a total of 4,130…
Jackson County fire officials respond to overnight house fire
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection team shared details about an overnight fire in the St. Martin community. Fire officials responded to the home…
Local residents share New Years Resolutions
Many of you are now reflecting on what’s ahead for 2026. From party plans to personal goals, the countdown is already on when it comes to setting resolutions. For many,…
Gulf Coast Kwanzaa Celebration tonight in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Kwanzaa Coalition’s annual Kwanzaa Celebration is happening over at the Good Deeds Community Center. That event begins tonight, Monday December 29 at 6…
Alabama deadly hit-and-run suspect captured in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In George County, a suspect wanted for deadly hit-and-run in Alabama was recently taken into custody by George County sheriff’s deputies. Malvin Villalobos-Bonilla is charged in this case. Bonilla and the vehicle suspected of being involved…
Safe ways to dispose of holiday trash
As the holiday celebrations wind down, the aftermath of Christmas brings a noticeable increase in waste. Wrapping paper and cardboard boxes quickly turn into trash. Sustainable traditions help limit…
Goodwill of South Mississippi stores to open on Sundays
Goodwill Stores across South Mississippi have some exciting news for the new year. All Goodwill of South Mississippi stores will be open on Sundays. This keeps the…
Shelters opening in South Mississippi due to cold weather
Due to anticipated cold weather conditions, cold weather shelters will be opening in South Mississippi. The Kenny Fournier Multipurpose Building on Automall Parkway in D’Iberville will be open Monday December 29 and Tuesday, December 30. The shelter opens at 4:30…
18-year-old arrested in weekend shooting in Lucedale
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV)- Lucedale police releasing new details today about a shooting over the weekend involving a handful of juveniles Eighteen-year-old James Smith Jr. is now charged with three counts of aggravated assault, shooting into a motor vehicle, and simple…
Maritime & Seafood Museum hosting painting classes in 2026
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV) - The Maritime and Seafood Museum in Biloxi is playing host to more painting classes in 2026. One is happening in January while the…
Harrison County Christmas tree recycling program begins Friday
As Christmas 2025 ends, Harrison County's annual Christmas tree recycling program begins Friday, for those of you who get an early start in getting rid of your live Christmas trees. Five drop-off locations will be available throughout the county from…
Arrest made in Gulfport cutting incident
GULFPORT, Miss (WXXV)- A 28-year-old man was arrested in Gulfport on Christmas Eve and charged with one count of aggravated assault. According to the Gulfport Police Department, officers were called to the 3600 block of Amtico Street in reference to…
Long Beach church feeds community at annual Christmas Eve Lunch
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) -- This marks the 17th year for the annual Christmas Eve Lunch hosted by First Methodist Church of Long Beach. Church members…
Suspect arrested in November shooting in Bay St. Louis
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss (WXXV)- Bay St. Louis police have arrested the man accused of shooting two people at a city park in late November. Bay St. Louis Police Chief Alvin Kingston says 18-year-old John Galloway Jr. was taken into custody…
Lynn Meadows prepares to Countdown to Noon
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- Kids are getting in on the New Year's Eve fun. Lynn Meadows is hosting their annual Countdown to Noon event. Cindy DeFrances joins us with what…
Firework safety tips ahead of New Year's Eve
Gulf Coast, Miss. (WXXV)- With the new year coming up, fireworks are going to be used to ring in 2026. Ryan Doswell with the Pascagoula Fire Department joins…
Moss Point preparing for their King's Parade
Moss Point, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Moss Point is preparing for Carnival Season! The city's King's Parade is taking place on January 3rd. Chairwoman Heather Austin joins us with…
Deuce Knight hosts inaugural Christmas toy drive
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV) -- He's a hometown hero on the football field, and now he's giving back to his community. Auburn quarterback Deuce Knight, a George County graduate,…
Man struck by vehicle in front of Walmart in Waveland
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV) — A man was struck by a vehicle in front of a Walmart grocery store in Waveland on Tuesday, according to Waveland Fire Chief Tommy Carver. Carver says the incident happened around 5:23 PM. At this time, the…