OLG Crab Fest hosting Day Two
Bay St. Louis, Miss. (WXXV)- Lots of events happening this week to mark Independence Day in Mississippi, including Day Two of an annual festival in Bay St.…
Grant Chighizola is LIVE at Biloxi's First Friday Block Party
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Biloxi is hosting their First Friday Block Party, coinciding with Independence Day. WXXV News 25's Grant Chighizola is LIVE in Biloxi,…
St. Alphonsus announces change to mass locations
Ocean Springs, Miss. (WXXV)- St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Ocean Springs announces a change in service locations. These changes start on July 5th and will continue until further notice. Weekend masses will be held in the school gym. That…
"Brain Drain" affecting Mississippi's economy and workforce
Mississippi (WXXV)- Mississippi is losing many of its brightest young adults. They are chasing higher pay, better job prospects and opportunities they say they can't find at home. It's a long-running trend…
Mississippi Highway Patrol's Landon Orozco shares travel tips for the July 4th weekend
Mississippi (WXXV)- Mississippi Highway Patrol's Landon Orozco joins Marco Bitonel to discuss travel tips ahead of the July 4th weekend.
Governor Tate Reeves launches initiative for America's 250th birthday
Jackson, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi is launching a state-wide initiative to commemorate the United States of America's 250th birthday. The director of "Visit Mississippi" says the state's America 250 Commission will…
3rd Street Sidewalk Project begins in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) -- A project that has been months in the making is beginning in Long Beach The 3rd Street Sidewalk Project will connect Jeff…
77th annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo begins
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- The 77th annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo kicked off on Thursday at Jones Park in Gulfport. The event attracts anglers from all…
Elizabeth Keen is LIVE for the first day of the Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is happening right now at Jones Park. The area is featuring lots of fun for the whole family.…
Multiple rounds fired into Waveland apartment; three infants inside
Waveland, Miss. (WXXV)- It was around 9:30 on Wednesday night when multiple rounds were fired into an apartment unit in Waveland. Seven people were inside, including three infants. No injuries…
Knox Ross joins Dave Elliott to discuss Amtrak services on the coast
South Mississippi (WXXV)- Amtrak is ready to roll. After millions of dollars being invested and several delays, tickets are now available for the twice-daily Amtrak Mardi Gras Service…
Mississippians stocking up on fireworks for July 4th
Saucier, Miss. (WXXV)- The rush is on for South Mississippians looking to stock up on fireworks to celebrates the Fourth of July. Over at Lawler's…
Fourth of July designated as 'Free Fishing Day'
South Mississippi (WXXV)- The Fourth of July has been designated a free fishing day. All Mississippi residents are allowed to sport fish without a license, permits are still needed if you want to fish at a state-owned lake. This is…
Hattiesburg Zoo accepting applications for Junior Volunteer Program
Hattiesburg, Miss. (WXXV)- The Hattiesburg Zoo is calling all animal lovers for a special program. Anyone between the ages of 13 and 15 can apply for the zoo's Junior Volunteer Program. The next orientation and onboarding session is scheduled for…
Michael Madsen, ‘Reservoir Dogs’ and ‘Kill Bill’ star, dies at 66
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Madsen, whose menacing characters in “Reservoir Dogs” and “Kill Bill” made him a standout in Quentin Tarantino’s films, has died. He was 66. Madsen was found unresponsive in his home in Malibu, California, on Thursday and was…
41st Annual OLG Crab Fest kicks off in Bay St. Louis
Bay St. Louis, Miss. (WXXV)- The 41st Annual Our Lady of the Gulf Crab Fest is three days full of live music, vendors, rides and as much…
Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport hosting "Fill The Bus" event
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport is hosting a "Fill the Bus" supply drive, benefiting schools in the area. April Hoyt, Karen Brogdon and…
4th of July safety tips from Biloxi Police
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - The 4th of July is a time to celebrate our nation's pride and freedom, but the festivities can also lead to serious safety risks. …
Mississippi Lottery joins WXXV to discuss new games for the month of July
Ridgeland, Miss. (WXXV)- Savannah Tirey from the Mississippi Lottery joins Spencer Pullen to discuss new games for the month of July.
Special brunch hosted for Carver High alumni
Moss Point, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Moss Point hosted a special Carver High Alumni Brunch at the Pelican Landing Event & Conference Center. Mayor Billy Knight was in…
South Mississippians share important water safety tips ahead of Fourth of July
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- Nothing says summer in South Mississippi like spending time at the pool or beach. However, those perfect days can…
George County School District plays host to active shooter response training
George County, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County School District and Homeland Security hosted a training for an active shooter response. The training includes the school…
Lane closures scheduled for Highway 90 in Biloxi
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Biloxi is alerting drivers about roadwork on Highway 90 that includes lane closures. The area affected in Highway 90 at Cedar Street. The…
Former Wild at Heart patient finds his forever home
Jackson County, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wild at Heart Rescue out of Jackson County is sharing exciting news about one of their patients. Marty is a Sandhill…