Hancock County School bond vote set for next month
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- We’re a little more than a month out from a bond vote in Hancock County, with the school district seeking nearly $50 million…
Senate bills aim to expand drivers education and financial literacy for students
Two major education bills are moving forward in Mississippi and they could soon change what students learn both in and out of the classroom.…
Parkinson’s Foundation teams up with Raising Cane’s for fundraiser
The Parkinson’s Foundation will be hosting a fundraiser this Thursday at four Coast Raising Cane’s locations. From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. all you have to do…
Founder of MS Missing and Unidentified Ellen Leach passed away
Ellen Leach, the founder of Mississippi Missing and Unidentified, has passed away after a battle with cancer. By day, Leach worked at Hobby Lobby in Gulfport,…
Cracking down on school absenteeism in the state
We’ve seen great progress with public education in Mississippi over recent years. Test scores have gone and the graduation rate has increased. One area remains a topic of…
Memorial Health System doctor celebrates completing 100 Watchman procedures
Memorial Health System is celebrating a major milestone Tuesday. Dr. Umair Malik has completed over 100 Watchman procedures, helping patients reduce their risk of stroke and take…
Two phase utility project begins in D’Iberville
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- Drivers in D’Iberville should expect delays as a two-phase utility project begins along a busy corridor. Phase one of a two-phase construction project in D’Iberville is…
Rotary Club of Picayune holds annual fishing rodeo for special needs students
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- The 30th annual fishing rodeo turned a simple day of fishing into a lifetime of memories for special needs students in the Picayune School District.…
Wings Performing Arts presents ‘Dreams’
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Lynn Meadows Wings Performing Arts Group is teaming up with the Beau Rivage for a fundraiser. ‘Dreams’ is taking place on April 23 featuring actors, singers, and…
WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis at The 30th Annual Fishing Rodeo
The Rotary Club of Pearl River County hosted their 30th annual fishing rodeo designed to be an inclusive and memorable event for students with special…
Gulfport man sentenced on child sex crime charges
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In Harrison County, a Gulfport man will spend decades in prison after pleading guilty to sex crimes involving a minor. Forty-three-year-old Leonard Roberts pled guilty to sexual battery and exploitation of a child. A Harrison County…
Local bunny rescue says bunnies gifted during Easter often dumped weeks later
SAUCIER, Miss. (WXXV) -- Easter has since passed, but bunnies given as gifts for the holiday may soon end up on the streets. Every…
Family of fatal train crash victims file suit against train operator
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Family members of some of the victims killed in a deadly train-van collision in Stone County late last month have filed…
Pet of the Week: Bean is looking for a forever home!
Every other Tuesday we feature a pet up for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Joining us is Maridee Mallette to tell us about…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce opens 2026 Small Business Grant applications
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for its 2026 Small Business Grant Program, offering financial support to local businesses across the Coast. Applications officially opened March 25 and will remain open through 12:00 p.m. on…
George County Sheriff's Office child exploitation investigation leads to arrest of New York man
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- New details have come to light in a George County investigation into child exploitation that has led to the arrest of a man in upstate New York. Thirty-year-old Dylan Taylor of Glen Falls, New York was…
Woman charged in child abuse investigation in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Jackson County woman is charged in an ongoing child abuse investigation. Sheriff’s investigators say the investigation into 46-year-old Melissa Pearson began in September 2025. Details are limited, but we do know the case involves a…
Racers participate in annual Deborah Washington Memorial Soap Box Derby in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Downtown Moss Point was transformed into a derby course Saturday morning for an annual event. The Deborah Memorial Washington…
Jeepers roll through Long Beach for Blessing of the Jeeps
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Long Beach was host to Blessing of the Jeeps on Saturday. Father Satish and Father…
Services held for Jackson County Firefighter Kevin Daugherty
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County fire community came together Monday to remember and celebrate the life of one of their own. Firefighter Kevin Daugherty died last week after a battle with cancer. He was 48-years-old. Friends and colleagues…
Lighter crowds on the Coast for 2026 Spring Break
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Spring Break has wrapped up along the Coast with lighter crowds in Biloxi, but a strong safety presence remained in place throughout the weekend.…
Biloxi man charged in puppy death after turning himself in
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A Biloxi man is behind bars, accused of a disturbing case of animal cruelty involving a young puppy. In new details released over…
WXXV team recognized at 2026 MAB Excellence in Broadcasting awards
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- Members of the WXXV News 25 team were recognized for their work Saturday night at the 2026 Excellence in Broadcasting Awards, put on…
La Terre Farms hosting Flower Festival
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- La Terre Farms in the Kiln is launching a new, two-day festival and it’s coming up this weekend. Joining us now to tell us all about…