Clouds linger tonight with lows around 70, but overall conditions stay quiet. Wednesday brings mostly sunny skies and a warm afternoon high near 87, with only a slim chance for a shower or thunderstorm by the late afternoon. Skies clear again by Wednesday night, and temperatures dip into the upper 60s. Thursday looks mostly sunny and warm with highs in…
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- State Auditor Shad White announced his office has signed an agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. According to White, agents will be trained and approved by ICE to execute functions of immigration within the state if needed. The state auditor’s partnership with ICE is part of a nationwide program which lets state and local law enforcement agencies…
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV)- Seward Farms in Lucedale has opened their fall fun days. Caitlin Seward joins us with what fun can be expected if you head out. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Seward Farms
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We are joined by Maridee Mallette from the Jackson County Animal Shelter. This week’s Pet of the Week is Waylon. Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- We have an update on the brush fire crews are still battling in Harrison County. The fire is located on Cemetery Road in northwest Harrison County. Crews have been out fighting this fire since Sunday night. At noon on Monday, officials say the fire is about 50 percent contained. No homes are endangered at the moment…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection team responded to a shed fire Monday on Eckhoff Road in the Helena area. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation. The call happened around 4:20 Monday afternoon. Categories: Local News, News
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Harrison County man is behind bars on sex crime charges involving a child. Thirty-six-year-old Kurtis Emmert of Saucier is charged with touching a child for lustful purposes. Sheriff’s officials say Emmert went to the Harrison County Jail Sunday and told deputies he impregnated a 12-year-old. This is still an active investigation that may result in…
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department will provide additional police protection for the city of Moss Point. This follows a wave of officer resignations with the city’s police department, according to our media partner the Sun Herald. Moss Point Mayor Billy Knight said on Monday night at a special called meeting with the board of alderman that…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — St. Patrick volleyball sent its seniors out in style with a 3-1 victory over East Central on Monday. Both the Lady Irish and the Lady Hornets are looking to close out the regular season on the right foot and have a postseason to remember. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has more from the match. Categories: Local…
The New Orleans Saints remained on the road for Week 4 as they traveled to Buffalo to face Josh Allen and the Bills, and although they showed some life, the team ultimately dropped the game 31-19. The Saints played competitively in the first half, tying the Bills in the first quarter with a Kendre Miller rushing touchdown. The Bills scored…
Two South Mississippi high school students have been named U.S. Presidential Scholars for 2025. Alexis Griffith of Long Beach High and Jackson Pearce of Gulfport High are two of the three Mississippi students who made this year’s list. They join a select group of nearly 9,000 students recognized by the U.S. government since 1964 for their high academic achievement. This…
We’re starting the week on a warm and mostly dry note. Tonight will be clear with lows near 70. Clouds move in Tuesday with highs near 90—slightly warmer than average for this time of year. Tuesday night stays mild and mostly cloudy, followed by sunshine on Wednesday with highs near 89 and a brief chance for a few afternoon showers….
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College received a generous $2,600 scholarship Monday morning from the Sunray Companies in support of the college’s massage therapy program at the Perkinston Campus. The Sunray Enhancing Lives Scholarship provides $200 annually to all massage therapy students. Each year, the company collaborates with MGCCC to determine the annual scholarship amount. This scholarship will directly benefit students…
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- George County Sheriff’s deputies made two arrests in a recent sex crimes case. Twenty-two-year-old Brody Parker is charged with secretly photographing for lewd purposes. Thirty-two-year-old Shannon Havens is charged with accessory after the fact. The arrests come after a concerned citizen submitted an anonymous tip regarding inappropriate pictures taken of a minor child. Deputies were able…
The Mississippi National Guard has welcomed home troops from the nation’s capital last week. These guardsmen were welcomed at Thompson Air Field on September 25 with 70 guardsmen departing to replace the returning group. This comes as Governor Tate Reeves approved an extension of the D.C. mission to November 30, reconstructing the forces based on mission needs. Mississippi originally deployed…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- Sacred Heart Catholic Church in D’Iberville is hosting a pickleball tournament. The tournament is set for November, but you can start signing up now. The ‘Swinging for the Stars’ Pickleball Tournament benefits Sacred Heart Catholic Elementary. It takes place November 15-16 at the Picklr in Biloxi. Whitney Ott joins us with the details. Categories: Community Headlines, Local…
Looking for something fun to do ahead of the Christmas season? Traintastic in Gulfport is looking for volunteers to help build a Lego tree. Tabitha Barnes gives us the details for anyone interested. Build days are: October 4 October 18 November 1 November 15 Email tbarnes@traintastic.com for more information. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News Tags: Traintastic
Kevin Craft with the Mississippi Forestry Commission joins us to discuss wildfire safety. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News
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Joining us in studio is Susan Barber to tell us about her organization and more about a new event coming up next year on Easter weekend. Truckin the Coast takes place April 3 and 4, 2026 at Jones Park. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News Tags: Truckin the Coast
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV) — Saturday night brought memories of every big play, every championship and every next-level athlete to George County High School, as the athletic department established its Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame has been long overdue for a school that has produced as many standout athletes as George County has. 2025 inductees include the 1955 Agricola…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula recognized Governor Tate Reeves for his visionary leadership and support. This was in collaboration with the city’s redevelopment authority, Governor Reeve’s helping to revitalize the downtown district. The recognition also highlights the Coast delegation, local developers as well as industry and community partners. The City of Pascagoula shares that the nearly 90 percent…
Janae McGill, reported missing on September 21, has been found dead. Janae’s body was found close to where her mother, Shardee, was discovered. The cause of death is unknown at this time, pending an autopsy. This is an ongoing investigation between local, state, and federal partners in Mississippi and Alabama. Categories: Featured, Local News