IMMS hosting sea turtle release Saturday in Biloxi
The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is hosting a sea turtle release tomorrow morning in Biloxi. These Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles were part of a group that was…
Biloxi Bay Chamber of Commerce hosted ‘Boo on the Rue’
The Halloween weekend kicked off in Biloxi last night at the District on the Green. Families enjoyed a free family and pet friendly costume contest for…
Residents enjoyed the 12th annual Taste of Long Beach
It was a full house last night as residents came out to enjoy a Taste of Long Beach. At the 12th annual local restaurant showcase, over 30…
FDA paves way for Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations in young kids
By MATTHEW PERRONE and LAURAN NEERGAARD Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - The Food and Drug Administration has paved the way for children ages 5 to 11 to get Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine. The agency authorized the kid-size doses on Friday. They…
Mermaids on the Coast this weekend at the Mississippi Aquarium
You might want this new experience at the Mississippi Aquarium to become part of your world. Or at least your weekend plans because they’ve welcome aboard…
MSDH reports 309 COVID-19 cases in Mississippi and 11 deaths statewide
Today MSDH is reporting an additional 309 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and 11 deaths. Four deaths occurred between October 21 and October 28, and seven deaths occurring between September 14 and October 23 were identified from death certificate reports.…
Favre, state auditor start war of words on Facebook over state funds
Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre released a statement Friday morning on his verified Facebook page regarding the money owed to the state of Mississippi. Last week, State Auditor Shad White issued a demand for payment letter to Favre for…
Remembering Abby Bosarge
South Mississippi teen Abby Bosarge, whose story inspired and touched people across the nation, has passed away. After 17 months of battling leukemia, 18-year-old Abby Bosarge passed away early Thursday morning in her…
CASH 3 draw winning numbers for October 28th, 2021
The CASH 3 draw winning numbers for October 27th are: 0-1-3. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
Homeless Council holds inaugural meeting in Ocean Springs
Homelessness has been on a significant rise in the City of Ocean Springs over the past ten years and to help with the homeless population residents came together…
Respiratory Care Week honors RC workers
Respiratory Care has been crucial during the COVID-19 pandemic. This week, RC workers have been getting extra appreciation due to it being Respiratory Care Week. Respiratory Care Week is a…
Biloxi Main Street hosts Pumpkinpalooza
Biloxi Main Street’s October Pumpkinpalooza Festival happened today at the Downtown Community Market. This festival is one of the five festivals Biloxi Main Street hosts in a year. Residents in the…
Drive-thru Halloween Bash set for Saturday in Gulfport
If you’re looking for a safe and scary good time this weekend, look no further than the Isiah Fredericks Community Center for an annual event. The Halloween Bash…
Today marks one year anniversary of Hurricane Zeta
Today marks one year since Hurricane Zeta hit South Mississippi. The hurricane made landfall in Louisiana as a category three before weakening to a category two as it…
Tornado sweeps through Picayune
A tornado swept through Picayune Wednesday night, damaging buildings and knocking out power in several areas. Today, debris could be seen along several roadways and some streets were closed off. No injuries…
Biloxi bomb threat suspect arrested
A Georgia man is in jail after allegedly making a false bomb threat in Biloxi last week. According to police, 25-year-old Marcus Tyrone Geddis was tracked down and arrested after he…
Three men awaiting extradition to Jackson County on motor vehicle theft and commercial burglary charges
Three men are in jail in Lake Charles, Louisiana awaiting extradition to Jackson County on motor vehicle theft and commercial burglary charges. Sheriff Mike Ezell says surveillance video from Citizens Bank on Lemoyne Blvd in St. Martin shows a pickup…
10th annual Inkin the Coast at the Coast Coliseum
This weekend tattoo artists from around the world will be Inkin the Coast. Although for this year’s event, there’s more to it than just tattooing. Starting tomorrow,…
WXXV Welcomes Meggan Gray to “NEWS 25 Today” Team
GULFPORT (Oct. 28, 2021) – WXXV-TV (NBC and FOX) in Gulfport-Biloxi, Mississippi is pleased to welcome veteran newscaster Meggan Gray to the News 25 family. Meggan will co-anchor "News 25 Today" from 6 a.m.…
MSDH reports 343 COVID-19 cases and five deaths statewide
Today MSDH is reporting an additional 343 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and five deaths. Four deaths occurred between October 22 and October 27, and one death occurring on October 31, 2020 was identified from death certificate reports. Mississippi's total…
South Mississippi teen Abby Bosarge passes away
South Mississippi teen Abby Bosarge, whose story inspired and touched people across the nation, has passed away. The 18-year-old Pass Christian resident died this morning after her battle with…
Former Jackson, George, Greene DA to run for Circuit Court judge
A former District Attorney in Jackson County is announcing his candidacy for Circuit Court judge. Keith Miller made the announcement on Wednesday for the Place 1 seat, which serves Jackson, George and Greene counties. "My wife, Sherry, and I, along…
1 dead in Jackson County after tornado flips car multiple times Wednesday night
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV) — One person is dead in Jackson County as a result of severe weather on Wednesday night, according to Public Safety Director Earl Etheridge. Etheridge tells WXXV that at about 8:40 p.m. Wednesday, a tornado flipped…
Keesler Federal honors First Responders of the Year
The seventh annual Keesler Federal First Responder of the Year event honors those who put their lives on the line each and every day for their communities. In…