Spring breakers make their way to the coast
Black Spring Break weekend is in full swing here on the coast as spring breakers from across the country have made their way to the beach. News 25's Spencer Pullen was in Biloxi with the…
William Carey University making it easier to become RNs
William Carey University's School of Nursing is making it easier for licensed practical nurses in the state to become registered nurses while continuing to work at their current jobs. The existing LPN advanced placement program…
Memorial Hospital celebrates National Blue and Green Day
Memorial Hospital in Gulfport celebrated National Blue and Green Day. National Blue and Green Day honors and raises awareness for organ donation. People affected by organ donation were there and shared their stories. Memorial Hospital…
Southern Miss' Gulf Park pantry in need of donations
The University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Park pantry is in need of food and hygiene items for students. The Gulf Park pantry is available to all USM students and faculty. As prices increase at…
Grand reopening for health care college in Gulfport
One health care college is back in business and ready to make an impact in the community. Grove Health Care College and Reclaiming Our Community Nonprofit held its grand reopening today in Gulfport. It's…
Biloxi Dodgers receive commemorative logo
Just a day before Jackie Robinson Day, Paradise Pier was filled with people wanting to honor a huge part of history. The Biloxi Dodgers were a team in the old Southern Negro League in…
Gulfport receives $1.2 million for wastewater treatment plant
The City of Gulfport received $1.2 million for the North Gulfport wastewater treatment plant from the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act. This money will be used to update the plant's ultraviolet…
April is Foot Health Awareness Month
This month is Foot Health Awareness Month. Did you know one in four Americans suffer from foot problems? As people age, foot conditions can worsen due to diabetes, high blood pressure, heart conditions, overuse,…
Crosby Arboretum to host Strawberries & Cream Festival
Laura Magazzu, portraying Eliza Jane, joined WXXV in studio this week to tell us more about the Crosby Arboretum's Strawberries & Cream Festival coming up Sunday.
Biloxi man sentenced to life in capital murder case
A Gulfport man charged with capital murder in the death of a 16-year-old will spend the rest of his life in prison. District Attorney W. Crosby Parker said 20-year-old Jaquez Devonte Porter of Biloxi was convicted of capital murder Thursday…
Pascagoula lifts boil water notice in final area
Pascagoula has lifted the boil water notice in the Southeast quadrant of the city today. That means all areas of the city are now clear. The city said in a press release that the test results from the Southeast quadrant…
State Supreme Court says defendants must have attorney before indictment
The state Supreme Court has ruled that a defendant must have an attorney, whether hired or appointed, before that person is indicted. The revision to the Mississippi Rules of Criminal Procedure was adopted Thursday during the court's session in Jackson.…
George County man missing since Wednesday has been found
George County Sheriff's Office reports that Howard Lamar Moseley, 77, who went missing Wednesday, has been found safe. The Sheriff's Office issued a silver alert after he went missing near his home in the Central Community about 5:30 p.m. Wednesday.…
Home destroyed in overnight fire in Harrison County
Harrison County Fire Rescue and CRTC battled a structure fire overnight in the county. Fire Chief Pat Sullivan said firefighters responded to F. Ladner Road about 12:30 a.m., where…
Keesler unveils theme for Thunder Over the Sound
Keesler Air Force Base unveiled the official theme for the Thunder over the Sound Air and Space Show, being "Heritage and Honor." Keesler Air Force Base and the City of Biloxi have come together…
Awards banquet hosted for Harrison County community
It was a sweet time to recognize people who make a different in the community. The Harrison County Triad and Salt Council hosted an awards banquet at the Golden Corral to honor outstanding…
Tuskegee Airmen adding to legacy at Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum
The Colonel Lawrence E. Roberts Incorporated Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen is adding to its legacy at the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum. Several Gulfport city council members, along with members of the Colonel Lawrence E.…
Institute for Marine Mammal Studies receives large grant
The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies received a large grant from GOMESA. They will be receiving a $2.5 million grant from the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act, which delegated more than $100 million…
Panel discussion on Artificial Intelligence
American advertising federation Mississippi Gulf Coast and Public Relations Association of Mississippi Beach Chapter hosted Man vs. Machine Industry artificial intelligence panel discussion. The discussion focused on how artificial intelligence influences public relations, advertising,…
Hearing held discussing Ocean Springs annexation
A hearing was held this morning for a very important topic in Ocean Springs Jackson County Chancery Courtroom 'C' in Pascagoula was packed as Judge Neil Harris held a public hearing discussing the proposed…
Shuckers homestand continues
Following yesterday's rainout, the Biloxi Shuckers are playing two for the price of one tonight. WXXV Sports Director Jeff Haeger joins us live from MGM Park, where everyone is still excited about the Shuckers'…
Biloxi wade-in participants to be celebrated
The NAACP is holding a commemoration this weekend for members of the Biloxi chapter who participated in the Biloxi Beach wade-ins. During the civil rights movement, the Biloxi wade-in was a series of…
Mississippi receives $1 million grant for behavioral health
Mississippi is one of 15 states to receive a $1 million certified community behavioral health clinic planning grant. These grants aim to transform mental health and substance use treatment across the country. The funding…
Local organization plans events for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
One Biloxi organization wants to put a stop to sexual assault for good as Sexual Assault Awareness Month continues. The Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence is inviting the community to come and learn…