The Steps Coalition and Gulfside Assembly in Waveland have put together a line up of Katrina commemoration events as we approach the storm’s 20th anniversary. Cheryl Thompson and Gordon Jackson are in studio with more. Categories: Community Headlines, Hurricane Katrina 20, Local News, News Tags: Hurricane Katrina
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Reaching a century of life is a milestone few ever see, but, a war veteran is celebrating just that. This is a big day for veteran Todd Wendler, as he is celebrating his 100th birthday. Family and friends came out to the Armed Forces Retirement Home to honor him. Now, Wendler says he does not know…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The City of Ocean Springs is addressing recent issues in the city. Mayor Bobby Cox and the Board of Aldermen saying they are aware of gun violence at two businesses over the past week. Officials say they are deeply concerned and want to assure the public life, health, and safety remains a priority. City leadership is working…
Chapel Hart announced they are pressing pause on the band. The announcement came late Monday night on their social media pages. The trio shared they wish to explore other passions and dreams that have been calling to them individually. They want to make it clear; this is not goodbye. The girls say Danica can be found by following ‘Danica Hart’…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — Songs of hope and remembrance filled the air at the Biloxi High School Performing Arts Center on Monday as I Am New Orleans hosted a community conversation and the premiere of “Hope in High Water — A People’s Recovery 20 Years After Hurricane Katrina.” “So the focus of this documentary, I’m proud to say, is more…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- An annual music festival is kicking off in two weeks. Clay Dockery joins us to discuss the Biloxi Box Set, which benefits Make-A-Wish. The festival takes place September 11 through the 13 at South Beach Biloxi Hotel and Suites on Beach Blvd. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Biloxi Box Set Music Festival
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The University of Southern Mississippi has broken ground on a new oyster hatchery in Ocean Springs to help in restoration and research efforts in our Mississippi waters. The building will be located at the school’s Gulf Coast Research Laboratory Cedar Point Campus, which houses the Thad Cochran Marine Aquaculture Center. Once complete, the facility will be capable…
Tonight, skies will be mostly clear with lows around 71 and light winds. Tuesday brings sunshine and highs near 91, followed by another clear night with lows near 70. Rain chances stay pretty low over the next few days, around 10% or less. Wednesday looks a little cooler, topping out in the upper 80s, with another clear night ahead. Thursday…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County coroner has identified the man who died after a Sunday swimming accident on Horn Island. According to our media partners, the Sun Herald and Deputy Coroner James Prisock, 29-year-old Jordan King was with a group of people on the west side of the island when he jumped into shallow water. He died while…
August 29, 2005: Hurricane Katrina roars ashore and devastates the Mississippi Coast. This Friday marks the 20th anniversary of the worst natural disaster in U.S. history. This week we will be looking back at the killer storm and how far we’ve come on the road to recovery. We start with Governor Haley Barbour who guided the state through the tragedy….
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- Booker Fest is set to start on August 29 at the 100 Men Hall in Bay St. Louis. Rachel Dangermond and Will Frost join us ahead of the fun at 100 Men Hall with more. Booker Fest runs August 29 through the 31. For more information, visit 100menhall.com. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News, News Tags:…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)-This weekend, there will be a big reunion for alumni of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School in Pascagoula. Here to tell us more about the festivities are Jada Hall and Melva Seabron. Several events are planned for the 3 days: August 29, 2025 – “Meet and Greet”—Charles E. McMahon, SSJ Parish Life Center; 6:00 p.m. – 8:00…
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The Mississippi Gulf Coast Blues and Heritage Festival is taking place at the start of September. Lex Luga joins us with the details. The festival takes place September 6th at the Good Deeds Community Center in Gulfport. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News, News
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Crews in Jackson County worked a Sunday morning accident involving an 18-wheeler and flatbed tow truck on Highway 63. Jackson County Fire Protection arrived to get the driver and passenger of the tow truck out, the driver was transported by Southflight, but is reported as in stable condition. The passenger was taken to the hospital by…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- An early morning shooting in Ocean Springs is under investigation. Police say the shooting occurred at the intersection of Government Street and Washington Avenue just before 3 a.m. Sunday morning. No one was injured, but a vehicle was hit by gunfire. It is believed that the shooting stemmed from a physical altercation at the Salty Peach…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Starting Monday, August 25, WXXV will begin our week-long series of stories and conversations related to the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina and its impacts here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Join us for WXXV News 25 at 5 and 6 p.m. each day all week for conversations with survivors, local and state leaders, and feature stories…
The Mississippi Forestry Commission has released a new online application for prescribed burn permits. This new system makes it easier to get legal protection for forestry and agriculture burns. A permit is one of four criteria that provides a legal liability protection under the state prescribed burning act. First responders are alerted the smoke is from a controlled burn, it…
The 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina is Friday, August 29. To memorialize the storm, the Department of Transportation is releasing a documentary. MDOT faced the task of rebuilding and repairing nearly every major route along the Mississippi Gulf Coast in the aftermath. This documentary will chronicle the restoration of infrastructure through stories of those at the forefront of recovery. Running…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport has launched a ‘Horizons 2045,’ a long-term community planning initiative designed to guide growth and development over the next 20 years. Gulfport officials held a meeting at City Hall Thursday night to introduce the plan to residents and hear their thoughts and concerns. To lead this effort, Gulfport has partnered with Bridge and…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- First responders out of Biloxi received 20 comfort kits Friday. The police and fire department received these kits as part of Operation Warm Heart, allowing first responders to support children during difficult and emotional situations. Those receiving the kits say they will be a valuable resource for the team when responding to calls involving children. Categories: Featured,…
Football season is here and MDOT is launching a new campaign to help Mississippi drivers get to and from their favorite team’s games safely. ‘Road to Gameday’ is a campaign to get fans to use the MDOT traffic app and MDOT website to check for delays, accidents, and other traffic information on your way to and from campus. MDOT officials…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Harrison Central and Pearl River Central battled in a Week 0 football scrimmage on Friday, with the visiting Blue Devils coming away with the 17-14 win in the final moments of the game. Linebacker Anthony Carpenter scooped up a fumble by the Red Rebels with less than one minute remaining in the game and took it…
Bay Saint Louis, Miss. (WXXV) — The Long Beach Bearcats traveled on the road to Bay Saint Louis to take on the St. Stanislaus Rock-A-Chaws. Long Beach would go on and win this one 24 to 7. The Bearcats scored on three straight plays in the final 6 plays from the 20 yard line. St. Stanislaus scored on a 35-yard…