PLANO, Texas (Oct. 12, 2020) – Plano, Texas-based Oceans Healthcare today announced the appointment of former Gulfport, Mississippi, police chief Leonard Papania as the behavioral health system’s law enforcement and community outreach liaison. In this newly created position, Papania will…
A very nice afternoon ahead as upper-level clouds continue to move across the area...
A lucky, early riser at Harrah’s Gulf Coast is $700,000 richer Thursday morning after hitting a 5 a.m. progressive jackpot. The Caesars Rewards member visiting from New Jersey, shared the story of their shock and awe with Harrah’s casino executives…
(WXXV) — Thursday morning, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting an additional 1,612 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi. The agency also reported 8 deaths as a result of COVID-19 occurring between November 1 and November 4. Mississippi's…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — Ingalls Avenue between Pascagoula Street and Desoto Street will be closed to thru traffic beginning Friday, November 6 at 12:00 p.m. Necaise Brothers Construction anticipates the closure to last through March 2021. The preferred detour route…
A warmer start this morning as upper-level clouds are moving east across the region...
Tuesday, 74 percent of voters chose to approve Initiative 65 as Mississippi joins 35 other states in legalization of medical marijuana. “Mississippians spoke and they spoke very loudly,” says medical marijuana advocate Ronnie Pollard. For Pollard, who’s daughter has used CBD oil in her battle with Leukemia, it was an emotional day. “We have loved […]
It’s that time of the year again. The Toys for Tots organization in Harrison County is ready to make Christmas special for families in need. The organization is encouraging families to register for their annual Toys for…
Mississippi voters overwhelmingly chose Initiative 65 in last night’s election and now local proponents of the measure as well as law enforcement are speaking out on what’s next. As the part owner of DB Rocks Quality CB…
Biloxi Fire Department responded to a fully involved car fire earlier this afternoon. The incident happened in the parking lot next to Sumo Japanese Restaurant off Highway 90 next to Edgewater Mall. Engine Five responded to the…
It’s been one week since Hurricane Zeta hit out Gulf Coast and power crews have been working hard to turn our lights back on. So, the local community stepped up once again today to provide linemen and…
One South Mississippi attraction is back up and running after Hurricane Zeta and is ready to lure in more visitors. Ocean Adventures Marine Park sustained damage during the storm, but the Gulfport facility was back up and…
Jackson County CASA hosted their seventh annual "Taters for Tots" fundraiser which helps children get through the court system with unbiased representation. Taters for Tots started off as a way to reach out to the community and…
Lowe’s is taking home improvement to a whole new level. Lowe’s stores are going above and beyond to help people rebuild and recover after Hurricane Zeta one bucket of cleaning supplies at a time. The line was…
The Harrison County Fire Department wants residents to remember the county is still under a burn ban. The burn ban went into effect just after Hurricane Zeta. Fire Chief Pat Sullivan says the ban is necessary because…
Beau Rivage will reopen on Thursday, Nov. 5 at 3 p.m. following temporary closure due to damages sustained from Hurricane Zeta. The resort's hotel, casino, retail shops, spa, salon, and pool will be open. Food & beverage operations will be…
If 2020 has you down, Terror on the Coast is attempting to lift spirits by staying open one more weekend. While they normally shut the operation down after Halloween, the horror continues this Friday and Saturday. The…
In Jackson County, there was only one contested race this election cycle which was the contest for District 5 election commissioner. Republican Deborah Parker held a commanding lead last night, receiving 80% of the votes to Tamara…
The biggest local race in Harrison County will head to a runoff. Sharon Nash Barnett and Connie Rockco were the top two vote getters out of a field of five candidates in special election for tax collector…
Harrison County remains under a temporary emergency burn ban. This includes all fires set for storm debris or similar purposes. The ban is in effect immediately and it will be lifted when it is safe to do so. To speak…
BILOXI, Miss. – In an effort to ensure Veterans at the Biloxi Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center’s Community Living Center can be recognized by the community, a drive and wave event has been scheduled Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. as an…
ST. MARTIN, Miss. (WXXV) — Jackson County Sheriff's investigators have charged two Biloxi men with shooting a 96-year old man on Sunday, November 1, 2020. Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell says 19-year old John Jalen Blackston and 21-year old James…
A very nice afternoon ahead under clear skies and slight warmer high temperatures...
Presidential Election: President Donald Trump has won the state of Mississippi, according to the Associated Press. The race was called just moment after polls closed in the Magnolia State at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday. The Associated Press has not declared a…