1/28 - Rob Knight's "Cold Air Mass" Thursday Afternoon Forecast
A sunny and cold afternoon ahead as winds will begin to relax...
Memorial Hospital offering 2nd dose of COVID-19 vaccine by appointment next week
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Memorial Hospital will offer the second dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for all patients contacted by Memorial Hospital who received their first dose vaccine on Jan. 7 and Jan. 8, 2021. To receive the second…
Gulfport woman charged with embezzlement
A 19-year-old Gulfport woman has been charged with embezzlement from her place of employment. Biloxi Police said in a press release that Olivia Alexia Brooks of Gulfport was developed as a suspect after officers responded to a call about embezzlement…
Breaking Barriers on Ice at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum
Ice skating is a popular activity at the Coast Coliseum during the winter months and tonight it was all about breaking barriers on the ice. The Coliseum partnered with Century 21 J. Carter and Company to host…
Gulfport Fire Department seeks accredited status
The Gulfport Fire Department is beginning the process of obtaining accredited status through the Commission on Fire Accreditation International. Gulfport Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt says the performance-based credentialing is a higher standard of credentialing than what other…
Helping the youth through COVID and crime spike in Moss Point
Due to the recent fatal crimes involving minors, the Moss Point community has taken several steps toward helping its youth deal with the effects of the ongoing COVID pandemic and the spike in crime. Moss Point Mayor…
Four local Mary Kay businesswomen get Cadillacs
Blue skies ahead for four South Mississippi Mary Kay businesswomen who have proven to be a driving force when it comes to selling Mary Kay cosmetics. Mary Kay Senior Sales Director Dee Dee Hooks said, "It floats.…
City of Biloxi producing new entertainment series
The City of Biloxi is now highlighting local artists and city culture over their multimedia platforms. Videographer Renny Sherman premiered his series ‘Biloxi Cooks!’ on January 1st, featuring members of the Biloxi Fire Department cooking one of…
Latest update on tracking sea turtles
It’s been a month and a half since we first brought you the story of a tale of two sea turtles. On December 10th, News 25 rode out into the Mississippi Sound stopped just south of Horn…
Checking in on Mardi Gras stores sales in Gulfport
This carnival season is rolling in but with no parades. So, how exactly are Mardi Gras stores being affected. ‘Throw me something Mister’ will be one phrase that’s surely missed this year as parades have been asked…
Potential wage increase impacts on local governments
An executive order by President Joe Biden requires federal contractors to pay workers a $15 minimum wage. In Biloxi, the city is already considering how much more money they’ll need to ensure city workers if there is…
Coast residents eager for crawfish season to begin
The expensive price of crawfish today will soon change the closer we get to spring 2021. On the Coast, residents are starting to look for crawfish earlier than usual. Starting back in December, fisherman Jerry Forte was…
Jackson County Adult Detention Center reports first confirmed cases of COVID-19
The Jackson County Adult Detention Center is reporting its first confirmed cases of COVID-19. As of January 27th, 20 inmates tested positive and are in isolation. Sheriff Mike Ezell says they are all experiencing minor symptoms. There are currently 370…
Challenges facing Mississippi educators
Thanks to COVID-19, teachers nationwide have faced unprecedented times this past year. Along with many other states, the challenges in Mississippi that teachers face predate virtual learning and COVID-19. Teacher shortages and low salaries are just some…
Businessman charged in scheme to hoard personal protective equipment and price gouge health care providers
WASHINGTON – A Mississippi businessman was charged with defrauding the United States and other health care providers in a $1.8 million scheme related to acquiring and hoarding personal protective equipment (PPE) and price gouging health care providers, including numerous U.S.…
1/27 - Rob's "Clearing Skies/Colder Temps" Afternoon Forecast
As high-pressure begins to move in from the NW, skies will gradually clear...
Alternate route to teacher licensure
Over the past couple of years, the participation in teacher education programs across the nation has been down up to 35 percent, creating a teacher shortage especially here in Mississippi. To help out with the shortage, William…
Protest for Peace in honor of Reginald Johnson
It’s been over a week since the fatal officer-involved shooting in Biloxi that claimed the life of 48-year-old Reginald Johnson and community members are now asking for more information on the investigation. Family and friends of Reginald…
Boys and Girls Club remembers James ‘Beev’ Davis
In Pascagoula, a 20-year staff member of the Boys and Girls Club passed away. On Monday, the club held a memorial remembering him and the lives he touched. Club members and staff held a memorial for James…
Cornhole: More than a game for the Cobb family
Cornhole is a game that’s been sweeping the nation in recent years and growing in popularity. It’s not just a game to a McHenry family who have earned titles and money from this world-wide sport. Chris Cobb…
Gautier PD looking for runaway juvenile Austin Manry
GAUTIER, MS – The Gautier Police Department is requesting your assistance in locating runaway juvenile Austin Manry. Austin is 16 years old, 5’9” tall, weighing 110lbs with blond hair. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, black hoodie, and white…
Homeschool Days at the Mississippi Aquarium
The Mississippi Aquarium welcomes homeschool families and groups to visit, explore, and participate in hands-on educational activities. The Mississippi Aquarium welcomes at-home learners to Homeschool Day for families to enjoy. Education Program Analyst Lauren Fuller said, “They…
Moss Point School District supports Mayor King’s curfew for minors
The Moss Point School District supports Mayor Mario King and the curfew affecting minors in the city. The city-wide ordinance went into effect yesterday, placing a curfew on minors under the age of 18. If seen without…
Protest for Peace in honor of Reginald Johnson
It’s been over a week since the fatal officer-involved shooting in Biloxi that claimed the life of Reginald Johnson. Community members are now asking for more answers on the investigation. News 25’s Grant Chighizola has more from…