IMMS releases four sea turtles
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies released four sea turtles this afternoon. The release took place on Biloxi Beach in front of Edgewater Mall. Officials spoke to…
Gautier Mayoral Candidate Phil Torjusen in studio
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- News 25 is keeping an eye on city elections on June 3. We’re concentrating on a few mayoral races, including Gautier. In the WXXV Studio Former…
Ocean Springs School District names new Assistant Superintendent
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs School District has announced their new assistant superintendent. Justin Sutton has been named the next assistant superintendent of the district. The…
Pinning and recognition ceremony for MGCCC School of Nursing and Health Professions
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College School of Nursing and Health Professions held its pinning and recognition ceremony at the Mississippi Coast…
WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren is at the unveiling of the Rainbow Memorial Bridge in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport is hosting a dedication ceremony for all lost pets. A Rainbow Memorial Bridge will be…
Wildfire Prevention Month with Pass Christian fire Department
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV) - May is Wildfire Prevention Month. The Mississippi Forestry Commission responded to 2,502 wildfires in fiscal year 2024, destroying 24 homes, two commercial buildings. Local firefighters saved…
Brett Favre’s defamation lawsuit against Mississippi auditor will move forward, court says
By SOPHIE BATES Updated 4:28 PM CDT, May 9, 2025 Share JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A defamation lawsuit filed by retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre against Mississippi Auditor Shad White for his comments on a welfare scandal will move forward after Mississippi’s…
Construction begins on Long Beach Gateway Project
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is starting construction on their gateway project that looks to make some major changes in the area. WXXV News 25’s…
MBI investigating officer-involved shooting in Hattiesburg
JACKSON, Miss., - The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Hattiesburg Police Department that occurred on Timothy Drive. Officers responded to a call for service regarding a suspicious person. Upon arrival, the subject displayed a…
Arrests made in two separate animal cruelty cases in Picayune
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- Picayune Police officers have made arrests in two separate animal cruelty cases. On May 2nd, 2025 Picayune Police Department became aware of an incident that occurred at a convenience store in the city involving abuse of a…
Progress report on new Stone High building
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In Stone County, the school district is releasing the progress report for Stone High. Windows are currently being installed in the academic building as well…
IMMS hosting sea turtle release
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Another sea turtle release is planned for Wednesday right outside Edgewater Mall. The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies announced four sea turtles are being released. The time for…
Jackson County Expo highlights innovation, industry, and community connections
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) –Local businesses, big industry, and community partners all came together on Tuesday to showcase what makes Jackson County thrive. Hundreds gathered at the Jackson…
Changes to Jackson County School District dress code
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County School District announced they will no longer require uniforms, starting with the upcoming school year. The school district says a new…
Department of Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell speaks to WXXV
It’s National Police Week. Fallen Officer Memorial Ceremonies are happening around the nation including one held by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety. It’s a time…
Older Americans Month: Learn about Harrison County's RUOK Program
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- May is Older Americans Month and with 20 percent of the population in Harrison County being aged 60 or older, there are many…
Local lawmakers give post-legislative briefing in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Lawmakers from the Coast came together in Biloxi at the Golden Nugget Casino Tuesday morning. This event, held by the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce,…
WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren has an update on the Long Beach Gateway Project
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Work on the much-anticipated Long Beach Gateway Project kicked off today. It’s all aimed at revitalizing the city’s…
Units respond to vacant house fire in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection Service is investigating a Monday evening house fire. The blaze apparently happened around 6 p.m. at a home…
Plaque honoring Officer Robert McKeithen mounted at post office in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- In Biloxi, officials placed a plaque honoring Officer Robert McKeithen at the post office named in his honor on Main Street. A…
Harrison County Sheriff’s Office honors fallen deputy
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office honored the fallen with an annual ceremony Tuesday morning. Deputies spent the morning paying tribute to Deputy Earl Philips at…
Tips to protect your home during termite season
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss (WXXV) -If you noticed swarms of bugs around your lights lately, you’re not alone. Termite season is back in South Mississippi. It's a familiar pattern…
Wiggins Fire Department needs help naming newest firefighter
Wiggins, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Fire Department has a new team member, the only issue is they need to choose a name. The fire department sharing a new furry team member was adopted. The public is invited to suggest names…
New games this month from Mississippi Lottery
Savannah Tirey from the Mississippi Lottery joins us to talk about the new games they are offering this month!