South Mississippi House District Representative 119 Sonya Williams Barnes is among the state's lawmakers speaking out and calling for prison reform in Mississippi sooner rather than later, in the aftermath of several prisoner deaths recently, and dire conditions at Parchman,…
The qualifying deadline for Mississippi's upcoming election this November has passed. Friday was the qualifying deadline for candidates to file qualifying papers in all federal races that will appear on Mississippi's March 10th primary ballot, which will ultimately lead to…
Preparations are underway as Mississippi sets the stage to officially swear in the state's 65th Governor. The swearing-in Inauguration Ceremony for Governor-elect, Republican Tate Reeves is set to take place in Jackson Tuesday, January 14th at 10:30 a.m. The ceremony…
Funeral arrangements have been made for long-time district attorney, Cono Caranna, II. Caranna served as District Attorney for Hancock, Stone and Harrison counties for 26 years, retiring in 2012. He passed away last Thursday after suffering from recent health issues.…
(WXXV) — More than 1,500 customers are without power in South Mississippi after heavy rain and gusty winds moved through Saturday morning. As of 12:00 noon Saturday, about 1,100 Mississippi Power customers were without power, according to the utility company’s…
(WXXV) — The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for South Mississippi. The Tornado Watch is in effect until 4:00 PM Saturday for Pearl River, Jackson, Stone, Harrison, George, and Hancock Counties. Additionally, Tornado Watches stretch across the…
We’re just under 72 hours away from the College Football National Championship Game between LSU and Clemson. The Sportsbook at the Scarlet Pearl Casino is expecting large crowds all weekend leading up to the big game and lots of wagering.…
As predictions of inclement weather continue for our area, Harrison County Fire and Rescue Services want to ensure drivers are safe. The National Weather Service issued a coastal flood and wind advisory for the area through tomorrow. For many, that…
The holiday season may be over, but the season of giving is still strong here on the Coast. The Harrison County School District received a check today for nearly $3,000 from the nonprofit School of Athens which includes alumni of…
George Landon Phillips, former United States Attorney for the Southern District of Mississippi, received a high honor today. Today, Mississippi Highway Patrol Troop K hosted a building dedication to ensure Phillips’ memory lives on for generations. Phillips also served as…
With Mardi Gras season officially back the folks at Chandeleur Island Brewing Company are celebrating it the only way they know how. For the third year in a row, Chandeleur’s king cake ale has returned. The creamy ale is made…
This morning, students on the Coast had the chance to learn more about livestock while taking in the rodeo experience. The PCA Finals Rodeo is back in town for another year at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum. To kick off the…
This weekend you can chill out with a delicious treat and a couple of cool birds. The Mississippi Aquarium is teaming up with Pop Brothers to give you the chance to get up close and personal with some penguins. For…
Every day the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies works hard to rehabilitate sea creatures to send them back to their natural habitats. Currently, IMMS is tracking three sea turtles that have been released into their natural environment. The sea turtles…
Kindness is contagious: that’s what the teachers and staff at Delisle Elementary School in Pass Christian have been and continue to promote this month. They even created a video in hopes of inspiring their fellow students. It portrays students performing…
One local human trafficking group has partnered with a local coffee shop in Gulfport to raise awareness and funds for these crimes. Jubilee Havens is a group on a mission to provide safe havens for victims of human trafficking. Currently…
One happy Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort guest won a $108,680 jackpot playing an Aristocrat Tarzan Penny Slot Machine. This win comes on the heels of a $20,000 Jackpot Mississippi Lottery Scratch-Off Triple 777 ticket being purchased at Scarlet’s Treasures Gifts…
A former long-time district attorney on the Coast, Cono Caranna has passed away after recent health battles. The District Attorney’s Office made the announcement this morning in a press release expressing their condolences to his family, along with “Cono was…
Like father, like sons. This dynamic trio and their entire charity group are writing a chapter of a life-long story, attending 'school' to learn more about the world and giving back while doing it. They see the problems faced by…
Are you looking for something to get into this weekend? Then check out this week's edition of "Finally Friday" with News 25 Today Producer Porsha Williams as she highlights some events taking place here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast this…
The new year brings new developments in our coastal cities, along with another carnival season! On Monday, we'll meet with Pass Christian Mayor Leo "Chipper" McDermott live in studio to hear how the city is gearing up for their annual parade…
There are 32 million victims of human trafficking world-wide, and if you think it's not a problem in South Mississippi, that's just not the case, as News 25 Today’s Gabby Easterwood shows us The Dark Truth of Human Trafficking in…
January is Human Trafficking Awareness month, and local groups in South Mississippi are brewing up ways to raise funds to help in the fight to put an end to this form of modern slavery. News 25 today's Gabby Easterwood shared…
Mississippi Supreme Court Chief Justice Mike Randolph has been busy all week - and all year - swearing in some of the state's top judges and officials, but he's making his way to South Mississippi this morning. Chief Justice Randolph…