Budget bill passes, special session wraps up
The Special Session of the Mississippi Legislature came to an end Friday. There was tension between the House and Senate and Democrats and Republicans. The result? A $7.1 billion…
CTA offering hurricane evacuation services
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- With it being day two of hurricane season, Coast Transit Authority is offering essential evacuation transportation services for Harrison County residents. These services are designed to assist individuals who may lack personal transportation or require additional…
Man arrested, charged with murder in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- A man has been arrested and charged with murder in Moss Point. On May 31, Moss Point police officers responded to a medical emergency at Lily Circle. Upon arrival, officers found 33-year-old Jamal Johnson unresponsive. Medical…
Municipal Election takes place on June 3
Polls open for municipal elections in South Mississippi at 7 a.m. on June 3 and there are still some big races on the ballot in a few South Mississippi…
Woman charged with aggravated DUI in Vancleave
A woman has been charged with aggravated DUI after causing an accident that injured three juveniles in Vancleave. On Saturday, deputies with Jackson County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene of an ATV accident on Meadowglenn Road in Vancleave. Upon…
Celebrating Mississippi wildlife at the Sand Jam Forces of Nature event
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Sand Jam Forces of Nature event took place on Saturday at Beach Park in Pascagoula. This was a free family fun…
The Story of Lt. Billy Vincent
We’re revisiting a story we first brought you a few years ago of a South Mississippi man who learned his uncle was a World War II hero and is a…
Jeepin the Coast wraps up in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- It was a fun filled five days, but Jeepin the Coast has wrapped things up here for 2025. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren has…
USM Gulf Park breaks ground on new facility for child communication and development disorders
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) - The University of Southern Mississippi has broken ground on Kelly Gene Cook Sr. Hall, a new facility that will expand the…
Wiggins Fire Department reveals station cat’s name
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Fire Department has chosen a name for their station cat. Meet Ember! The community was invited to name the kitten, revealing the new name…
Wiggins Fire Chief receives big honor
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- One fire chief from South Mississippi is being honored for his service. Wiggins Fire Chief Steven Purvis is designated a Mississippi Fire Chief. A Mississippi Fire Chief…
City officials break ground on new Bark Park in Orange Grove
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- A new dog park is coming to the City of Gulfport. The facility is located at Goldin Park in the Orange Grove community, just off Prudie Circle.…
Speaking with Mayoral Candidates: Gulfport Democratic Candidate Sonya Williams Barnes
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport race for mayor is the most hotly contested and most watched political campaign in South Mississippi. There will be new leadership at…
New pickleball courts being built in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County residents will have another way to enjoy pickleball soon. Construction has already started on two pickleball courts at the Harrison County Fairgrounds…
Reception held for third annual Congressional Art Competition
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The third annual Congressional Art Competition held its reception Thursday at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art. This is an annual nationwide competition where…
Special session adjourns sine die
Mississippi lawmakers have passed a budget and have adjourned the special session called for that matter. The Senate gave its approval to the budget at the end of day one of the session, leaving it to the House to complete…
Saenger Theatre Nears Grand Reopening in Downtown Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – One of the Mississippi Gulf Coast’s most iconic landmarks is preparing for its long-awaited encore. After years of meticulous restoration, the historic Saenger Theatre…
Speaking with Mayoral Candidates: Gulfport Republican Candidate Hugh Keating
On Tuesday, the City of Gulfport will elect a mayor. Mississippi’s second largest city will have a new leader with Billy Hewes deciding not to seek re-election. WXXV…
NEW DETAILS: Sonya Williams Barnes meets with AG's office investigators
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Gulfport Mayoral Candidate Sonya Williams Barnes has released a statement in regards to allegations of vote buying. In a press release, Williams Barnes says in part: “Today at 3:00 PM, my attorney and I met with two investigators…
William Carey University President Dr. Ben Burnett gives presentation on the Coast
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- William Carey University President Dr. Ben Burnett made his way to the Coast Thursday to give a presentation. Dr. Burnett was…
Veterans Resource Fair at the Ocean Springs Civic Center
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Veterans Resource Fair took place Thursday morning at the Ocean Springs Civic Center. This free event was open to veterans, active-duty service…
University of Southern Miss. and MGCCC announce new collaborative "Coastal Pathways Scholarships" for transfer students
Mississippi Gulf Coast (WXXV)- The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) and Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (MGCCC) held a joint press conference today to unveil the new…
Jeepin the Coast kicks off in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Jeepin the Coast is an annual five-day event uniting Jeep enthusiasts from all around the country. Wednesday was day one of all the fun.…
Buc-ee’s releases opening day plans for Harrison County location
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- We are less than two weeks out from the opening of the first Buc-ee’s in Mississippi. Buc-ee’s announced that doors will open to the public at 6 a.m. on June 9. Following that, there will be…