LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-The Long Beach Police Department arrested 54-year-old Juan A. Evans and charged him with one count of trafficking cocaine and one count of possession with intent to distribute: marijuana. The arrest was the result of a narcotics…
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- A Picayune man was arrested on the offense of possession of child pornography. Officers of the Picayune Police Department responded to a business on Frontage Road on August 27. Upon arrival, the officers made contact with members…
One event happening in September is benefiting the friends of the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Natalie Coupe and Jamie Locknane join us in studio with more on Paddle…
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Earlier this week, a very lucky lottery player in South Mississippi hit it big. According to the Mississippi Lottery Corporation, a Mississippi player won $2 million on a Mega Million ticket. That winning ticket was purchased…
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash in Pearl River County. The incident happened around 6 a.m. Wednesday morning on Highway…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) -- City leaders in Ocean Springs passed an order affecting bars and restaurants over the holiday weekend, in response to recent…
The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture is set to visit Starkville and Jackson Thursday as part of a Mississippi tour. Secretary Brooke Rollins will make a major announcement at MSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine and meet with university administrators as well.…
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- A chart-topping artist is making her way to Starkville to perform later this fall. Natasha Bedingfield will headline Bulldog Bash at Mississippi State on October 3. Bedingfield is known for hits like ‘Unwritten’ and ‘Pocketful of Sunshine.’…
We’re continuing to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina’s destructive landfall. We’ve come along way since August 29, 2005. Among other things, the…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The annual Anchor Awards, organized by the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, took place Wednesday. The awards recognize outstanding small businesses and nonprofit…
YouTube and FOX have agreed to a short term deal to keep programming on the platform at least through 5 PM on Thursday, August 28. Both sides are continuing to work towards a long-term agreement. If an agreement is not…
The State Department of Transportation has finally released their documentary on Hurricane Katrina. The documentary can be found by going to MDOT’s YouTube channel. It tells the story of restoration of…
Governor Tate Reeves issued a proclamation Tuesday night honoring the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. August 29 has been proclaimed as Hurricane Katrina Remembrance Day in the state.…
Our Lady Academy is hosting a 5K Run for Mercy and Tennis Shoe Drive Charity. Ambassadors Aubrey Canzoneri and Ava Garcia join us with more. The community is invited…
By JEFF AMY Updated 12:20 PM CDT, August 27, 2025 GULFPORT, Miss. (AP) — Rocking on his front porch overlooking the Mississippi Sound, former Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes questions how anyone wouldn’t want to live there. “People are always going to…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi State Department of Health has confirmed the first human case of West Nile Virus in Harrison County for 2025. Officials say this case serves as an important reminder that mosquitoes in our area can…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- A marine science and technology research workshop is bringing experts and professionals from across the region to The Coast…
By DEVNA BOSE/Mississippi Today Updated 2:35 PM CDT, August 26, 2025 A panel of lawmakers on Monday heard from national education officials who whole-heartedly encouraged them to expand school choice in Mississippi, signaling the Trump administration’s support of passing such legislation.…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Ocean Springs implementing a proclamation and order regarding alcohol sales. The city has issued an order following…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - In recent news in the City of Gulfport, several teens have been linked to criminal activity over the past few months. Just two weeks ago, the community held…
The Mississippi Aquarium is hosting a golf tournament at the Windance Golf and Country Club. Par for Penguins is set for September 8. Marketing Director Nicole Martz joins…
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)-The Mississippi West Coast High School career showcase took place Tuesday morning at the Bay St. Louis Community Hall.…
As former Governor Haley Barbour said here on WXXV Monday, when Hurricane Katrina made landfall on August 29, 2005…
Back Bay Mission is offering a way for residents to get a Mississippi ID through the Mobile Express Van. Dhiana Skrmetti and Terra Moreau join us for what…