News 25 tracking Hurricane Laura
News 25 Meteorologist Brantly Keiek gives us an update on how things are looking over in Houma, Louisiana as we all track Hurricane Laura.
Katrina Memorial Blood Drive kicks off tomorrow
The 15th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina’s landfall is this Saturday and the American Red Cross is continuing to honor those on the Coast who were impacted by the storm through acts of service. The Katrina Memorial Blood Drive started the…
Harrison County School District holds groundbreaking for new school
The Harrison County School District is adding a new school in D’Iberville and will be taking in overflow from five other schools in the area. Earlier this morning, they had their groundbreaking ceremony for the new Creekbend Elementary and Middle…
Dogs stolen from Lucedale Animal Shelter
Dixie Adoptables at Lucedale Animal Shelter posted on their Facebook page that two suspects cut the locks off of kennels and took a nursing mama dog and two of her puppies and a miniature dachshund. According to the shelter, the…
Bay St. Louis Municipal Harbor still under mandatory evacuation
The Bay St. Louis Municipal Harbor has been under mandatory evacuation since Sunday, August 23rd, but is looking to allow boats back in this Friday morning. The mandatory evacuation is still in effect even though Hurricane Laura is not expected…
Endangered Green Sea Turtle makes new home at Mississippi Aquarium
Tampa, Fla. – In 2016, The Florida Aquarium’s animal care team took in Banner, an endangered green sea turtle. After four years of rehabilitation and care, Banner has successfully made the 600-mile trek up the Gulf Coast to his new…
Salvation Army to observe Hurricane Katrina 15th anniversary
Recalling their relief efforts during the aftermath of hurricane Katrina, The Salvation Army today continues sharing HOPE in the community that saw so much destruction. On Friday, August 28, The Salvation Army Kroc Community Center, Biloxi’s hidden gem and the site…
Mississippi’s alligator hunting season opens August 28
(WXXV) — The 2020 Public Waters Alligator Hunting Season opens at 12 p.m. noon on Friday, August 28. The season will be open for 10 days and will close at 12 p.m. noon on Monday, September 7. A total of…
Family speaks out on fatal boat accident
Last Friday, a fatal boat crash happened in Biloxi Bay, claiming the lives of two people. News 25’s Gabby Cox went to see how the family of one of the victims was doing during this difficult time. On August 21st,…
Gulfport High Robotics Team taking it to a whole new level
Breaking into the film business is tough, but the Gulfport High Robotics Team has done just that and is taking it to a whole new level, soon to be projected onto the silver screen. The scene: Gulfport High School. The…
Gulfport Municipal Marina still under evacuation
The Gulfport Municipal Marina is still under mandatory evacuation until Hurricane Laura is no longer considered a threat. On August 22nd, the City of Gulfport determined that a mandatory evacuation was necessary because of the two unpredictable tropical systems in…
Department of Marine Resources budget issue resolved
Members of the Coast’s seafood industry are breathing a sigh of relief after the state legislature set a budget for the Department of Marine Resources. House and Senate negotiators resolved a conflict that had put the department’s entire budget on…
Large parties to blame for Biloxi High school shutdown
Governor Tate Reeves says large parties are to blame for the recent COVID-19 outbreak at Biloxi High School which forced them to switch to distance learning for the next two weeks. A total of 15 Biloxi High students tested positive…
Hurricane Hunters fly into Hurricane Laura
The Hurricane Hunters flew into Hurricane Laura to get an up close look at the storm. The crew is based out of Biloxi, but relocated to South Carolina because of storms Laura and Marco. Hurricane Hunters use WC-130J ‘Hercules’ Aircraft…
Local nurse helping COVID-19 patients in Texas
A local nurse is fighting on the front lines of COVID-19 in Texas. Gulfport resident Lina Jones aids hospitals overwhelmed with COVID-19 patients in McAllen, Texas. She works on the rapid response team for Fresenius Kidney Care, caring for patients…
Mississippi Power ready for potential power restoration
As gusty winds and heavy rain are in the forecast all week, many residents are concerned with power outages. Mississippi Power has been monitoring the storms since last week in case of possible power restoration. Mississippi Power’s Storm Center was…
Zaxby's in D'Iberville to open Monday for drive-thru only
ATHENS, Ga. — August 25, 2020 — Zaxby’s, the fast-casual chain known for its chicken fingers, wings and signature sauces, announces its first restaurant in D’Iberville, Mississippi. Located at 4032 Promenade Parkway, the new Zaxby’s is owned and operated by…
Mississippi Lottery Corporation Introduces Cash 3
JACKSON, MISS--The Mississippi Lottery Corporation will introduce its third draw-style game, Cash 3, on Tuesday, September 1. Tickets for the highly anticipated game will be available for purchase in approved lottery retailers starting at 5 a.m. (hours of operation may…
Mississippi lawmakers resolve budget for Department of Marine Resources
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The Mississippi Legislature has set a budget for the state Department of Marine Resources. The House and Senate voted on Monday, weeks after the state budget year started on July…
Storm plans in place at Institute for Marine Mammal Studies
As a precautionary measure, the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies has put plans in place to protect their facilities and animals from the weather. Sea turtles in the institute’s care have been moved inside the veterinary hospital for safety. Dolphins…
Humane Society of the United States evacuates animals from threatened areas
Today, the Humane Society of the United States visited the Humane Society of South Mississippi to evacuate animals in an attempt to clear the shelters due to recent tropical systems that threatened the Coast. This morning, the Humane Society transported…
What you need to know about state of emergencies
Harrison County officials are reminding residents to stay prepared as there is a lot of rain ahead in the forecast. Remember to stock up on food and emergency supplies. In the past, residents were encouraged “the first 72 is on…
Governor Reeves gives tropical update
This morning, Governor Tate Reeves briefed state residents on what they should expect during tropical systems. Reeves also announced the states of Florida and South Carolina are pitching in to help Mississippi with storm prep this week. The governor and…
Pass Christian officials prepare for storms
In West Harrison County, Pass Christian city leaders and first responders have been busy preparing for both storms. A slight uptick in the wind and a few slow moving clouds set the scene Monday in Pass Christian as the entire…