The Gulfport Fire Department’s recruit training is underway. They had a guest this morning as New 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf decided to see if she had what it takes to be a future Gulfport firefighter. After a long…
An arrest has been made after an eight-year-old girl was hit by a car while waiting for the bus in Vancleave yesterday morning. Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell says Jolie Bor of Vancleave has been charged with overtaking a school…
They’ve served our country and now members of Mark Seymour VFW Post 5699 are serving our local community. Their latest mission is to help a South Mississippi girl in her fight against cancer. VFW Post 5699 Commander…
The filing deadline to run for a municipal election in Coast cities has now passed. As of 5 p.m. this afternoon, those who are interested in running for municipal elections were required to have all of their…
Funeral services for Lt. Michael Boutte will be held in Hancock County Tuesday. News 25’s Sabria Reid takes us to Hancock County Sheriff's Department for the delivery of a portrait made to remember the fallen officer. In…
The Gulfport Fire Department is mourning the loss of former Deputy Chief Ray Walley. He passed away Wednesday evening after battling health issues. Walley joined the department in 1975 and dedicated 26 years to serving the citizens…
Today is National Wear Red Day, a day set out to raise awareness for cardiovascular disease. Gulfport Memorial team members supported the cause by taking pictures with lovely messages on them to spread the word. Here’s some…
News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf is with the Gulfport Fire Department as they’re training new recruits. If you’re interested in fighting fires, you’ve missed this round, but don’t worry there are quarterly recruit classes. So, the question is,…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — Police arrested a man in connection to a suspected arson on Bowen Avenue in Ocean Springs early Friday morning. Just after midnight, Ocean Springs Police received reports of the fire and responded along with Ocean…
The Jackson County fire marshal is investigating an early morning fire that claimed the life of a Latimer man. Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell said in a press release that firefighters were called to a residence on Dantzler Road about…
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) signed a 10-year agreement today to collaborate on ways to improve how uncrewed systems (UxS) are used to collect important ocean observation data and augment NOAA’s…
Rainfall is moving east across south Mississippi with pockets of fog...
Many consider February the month of love, however, this year marks the 57th consecutive year the American Heart Association has named February American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease, also known as ‘the silent killer’ is the leading cause…
Members of the Mississippi National Guard are sharing their experiences as they play a role in managing the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout the pandemic, the Guard has assisted in COVID response when needed, including at COVID-19 vaccination sites…
Let the good times roll! The annual Mardi Gras Mambo celebrates carnival season with seniors in Harrison County. For the first time, Mardi Gras Mambo was celebrated as a drive-thru giveaway. Two-hundred and 50 free lunch meals…
It’s time to Live Local, a series you can catch every Thursday. For this week’s edition, News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf takes us to the Gulf Coast Carnival Association Float Den. The Gulf Coast Carnival Association traces it…
Domino’s Pizza doesn’t plan on letting the chips fall where they may this Super Bowl Sunday. Did you know the largest Domino’s Pizza based franchise in the U.S. is right here in South Mississippi with more than…
Gulfport is home to many historical African American figures and for the first time, the Gulfport Museum of History will be displaying many of those who have paved the way. John C. Robinson, Tavis Smiley, and Anna…
Some Gulf Coast residents are now receiving their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Patients are now familiar with the process of receiving their COVID vaccine as they come in for their second dose. Gulfport couple Roger…
Today, the Jackson County School District released more numbers to the public regarding potential tax increases under a possible bond issue. Superintendent John Strycker’s office sent out a chart showing how much taxes would increase for homeowners…
More than 2,000 individuals and households in Mississippi have been approved for FEMA Disaster Assistance to help with Hurricane Zeta damage. According to FEMA, as of today, disaster funding totaling $7.57 million so far has been approved…
An eight-year-old Vancleave girl is recovering after being hit by a car while waiting at a bus stop this morning. The bus was stopped with flashing lights in the eastbound lane as the child was crossing the…
The Jackson County fire marshal is investigating an early morning fire that killed a Latimer man. Sheriff Mike Ezell says when deputies and firefighters got to a mobile home on Dantzler Road just before 2:30 Thursday morning, it was completely…
The Hancock County Sheriff’s Department is allowing civilians to pay their respects to fallen officer Lt. Michael Boutte outside of their department building. Flowers and candles were placed on Lt. Boutte’s squad vehicle to show their appreciation.…