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She was arrested on a misdemeanor and died in jail. MBI is investigating.
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has been called in after a Vancleave woman died in the Jackson County Jail on Friday. Sheriff Mike Ezell said Jennifer Carol Foster, 50, was arrested Friday by Ocean Springs…
Mississippi child molestation suspect is arrested in Arizona
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Federal authorities say a Mississippi man accused of child molestation has been arrested in southern Arizona. They announced Sunday that 62-year-old Augustus Brook was taken into custody by U.S. Marshals in Tucson. Authorities say Brook allegedly…
2 drown in rip currents in Northwest Florida over weekend
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WXXV) — Two people are dead after drowning in rip currents at beaches in Northwest Florida over the weekend. Red or double-red warning flags were flying along the coast throughout the Florida Panhandle, signaling the waters were closed…
Classy Chassis in Gulfport offering ‘Haunted Car Wash’
If you’re asking yourself where you can get a good car wash and a good scare this Halloween, a local Gulfport car wash has you covered. Classy Chassis on Highway 49 is holding a haunted car wash every Friday and…
Old Cars, fresh faces! Cruisin’ Krewe has a new group of volunteers
Cruisin’ the Coast is all about antique and vintage vehicles, but this year you’re sure to see quite a few new faces to greet you. Known as the Cruisin’ Krewe, some new recruits are helping out and serving as volunteers…
Cruisin’ the Coast at Edgewater Mall
Today at Edgewater Mall, Cruisin’ the Coast was in full swing for yet another day. The location featured three live performances by Charles Grant, The Martini Shakers, and the Chee Whiz. Cruisers were chilling out at the relaxed setting for…
New $1.2B luxury hotel and music venue on its way to Biloxi
Now to a new development in a story we brought you back in June. The City of Biloxi will soon be home to a brand new $1.2 billion luxury hotel and concert venue. Universal Music Group announced today it is…
Cruisers rolling into Ocean Springs early Friday morning
Cruisers were lined up as early as 2:30 this morning in Ocean Springs determined to get a good spot for their car in downtown. Around 7 a.m., engines started revving as cars were allowed to cruise on in to Ocean…
Cruisin’ the Coast traffic plans for the City of Biloxi
If you were worried about the traffic that comes with Cruisin’ the Coast over the weekend, it shouldn’t be as bad in regards to previous years. In fact, the Biloxi Police Department may hold off on using orange traffic cones…
Haunted car wash at Classy Chassis in Gulfport
Haunted houses are a staple throughout the month of October, but this year a local car wash is putting a spin on the tradition. News 25’s Ashleigh Fortenberry is at Classy Chassis Car Wash in Gulfport with the details.
Mississippi Power on Hurricane Delta
Mississippi Power released a statement to News 25 today regarding Hurricane Delta. Delta is expected to strike the Lake Charles area and after Hurricane Laura already struck tragedy in the area in late August, Mississippi Power is on standby amidst…
Vicari Auto Auction kicked off at the Gulf Coast Convention Center
If you’re in the mood for some fast cars and fast talking be sure to check out the Vicari Auto Auction at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention Center. Doors opened to the convention center at 9 a.m. Friday and they’re…
Economic impacts on local businesses due to Cruisin’ the Coast
Many are happy that the show is still going on at many Cruisin’ venues this weekend, especially now since Hurricane Delta’s path has veered further away from South Mississippi. News 25’s Toni Miles checked in with a few locals to…
Mississippi McDonald's Help Raise Money for Charities
The local McDonald’s Owner-Operators in the Biloxi/Gulfport-area are coming together to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) starting next week. The effort's called "Sleeves for Support" and they'll be selling $5 drink sleeves with the RMHC logo…
MDEQ Issues Beach Water Contact Advisory in Waveland
(Jackson, Miss.) – The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, issued a water contact advisory Friday for Station 3 (Waveland Beach). One other advisory remains in effect. The advisory is issued for: Station 3 --…
Louisiana braces to relive a nightmare with Hurricane Delta
By REBECCA SANTANA and STACEY PLAISANCE Associated Press LAKE CHARLES, La. (AP) - Hurricane Delta is bringing bands of rain and blustery winds to Louisiana as it spins toward the state's southwest coast. Forecasters said the 25th named storm of…
Cruisers celebrate at the annual Ocean Springs Sock Hop and Street Party
Ocean Springs’ premiere Cruisin’ the Coast event hit the streets of downtown tonight and they threw it back to the 1950s, complete with classic cars and poodle skirts. The Sock Hop and Street Party was moved up a day from…
Local eight-year-old gives back with toy drive for children at USA Children's Hospital
One local girl is giving back to her friends who are bravely battling illnesses just like her. Eight-year-old Ansley Gilich was diagnosed with B-Cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia back in March. Since then she’s received treatment at USA Children’s Hospital in…
Gulfport Fire Department welcomes new fire station #9
Things are heating up for the Gulfport Fire Department as they welcome their brand new fire station number 9 on Dedeaux Road. Gulfport firefighters and city leaders cut the ribbon to the beautiful new facility this morning, complete with a…
Salvation Army preparing for Hurricane Delta
The Salvation Army is preparing to respond to Hurricane Delta, if need be. Preparations began earlier this week as the Salvation Army has placed disaster relief equipment and personnel on standby. Mississippi Gulf Coast Area Commander Major Bradley Caldwell says…
Homeschool Day at the Mississippi Aquarium
The Mississippi Aquarium is now featuring Homeschool Days on Thursdays. The Mississippi Aquarium is honing in on the homeschool crowd. The aquarium’s education team provides this state approved program. Mississippi Aquarium Education Manager Duane Hills said, "So far the support…
‘Goula Cruisin:’ Cruisin’ the Coast cranks up in Pascagoula
They’re cranking it up in Pascagoula as the city’s scheduled three day Cruisin’ event billed as ‘Goula Cruisin’ gets underway in Jackson County. Willie Sebren and his wife had the perfect perch at Pascagoula’s debut waterside event this year ‘Goula…
Cruisin’ in D’Iberville
D’Iberville is also a hot spot for Cruisers. It was like taking a stroll back in time at the city’s Automall Parkway as vintage and antique cars and trucks paraded through and parked at today’s Cruisin’ venue at the D’Iberville…