The Mississippi Attorney General has announced the launch of Operation Robocall Roundup. This operation issues warning letters to 37 telecom companies. In June, an estimated 4.5 billion robocalls were reported nationwide. Attorney General Fitch announced the launch of Robocall Roundup to protect Mississippi Consumers from the potential harm with scam calls and texts. AG Fitch joins the multi-state effort by…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-New leadership down at Gulfport City Hall, Hugh Keating took office as mayor back in June and he’s busy running day to day operations in Mississippi’s second largest city. Mayor Keating joins us in studio to talk about issues and priorities in Gulfport. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Gulfport, Mayor Hugh Keating, mayors
Cruisin’ the Coast organizers are alerting the public about social media scams popping up. On social media, Cruisin’ the Coast shares that social media pages are using the event name and the logo. There is only one official Facebook and Instagram page for Cruisin’ the Coast. If an update or event is not seen on the official pages or on…
We’ll stay mostly clear tonight with just a stray shower or storm possible late. Lows will drop to around 74, with a light southeast breeze shifting to the northeast overnight. Saturday starts quiet, but by late morning, scattered showers and storms will pop up. Highs will reach about 89, and a few storms could bring heavier downpours. Saturday night stays…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Plans for a casino that have long been in the works in Long Beach have once again been changed as the developer is now wanting to build the casino in the city’s harbor. Thursday night, the Long Beach mayor and board of alderman met to discuss revised plans from Long Beach LLC., who is now trying…
Katie King with the Humane Society of South Mississippi joins us to discuss their upcoming Rock N Rollover fundraiser. The Wicked Rock n Rollover 2025 takes place August 15 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Hard Rock Biloxi. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Humane Society of South Mississippi, Wicked Rock n Rollover
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Ballet Theatre is inviting all to audition for their rendition of ‘The Nutcracker.’ Those auditions take place this weekend and next weekend, Saturday, August 9 and Saturday, August 16 from 10 a.m. until 11:30 at the Gulf Coast School of Performing Arts in D’Iberville. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News Tags: Mississippi Gulf Coast Ballet Theatre, The…
The State Department of Health has confirmed the first death from the West Nile Virus for 2025. The death occurred in Washington County. The Department of Health does not provide any details on the age or gender of the death out of privacy for the family. Ten human cases of West Nile Virus have been reported in the state so…
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VANCLEAVE, Miss. (WXXV)- Crews have been working on Highway 57 in Jackson County as part of the project to widen nine miles from I-10 to Vancleave. Crews are creating a new four-lane alignment. Work done so far includes earthwork and drainage installations south of Gautier-Vancleave Road Interchange. The southbound lanes are being paved with traffic shifting onto those new lanes…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — A few popular chains are set to open in the near future at Crossroads in Gulfport, joining a busy shopping center that already houses roughly two dozen businesses. HomeGoods and Nothing Bundt Cakes will join PS Taco Company and Pedro’s Tacos and Tequila Bar as new additions to the complex. Signs for Nothing Bundt Cakes have…
We’ve got a quiet evening ahead with just a small chance for a shower or storm before 8 o’clock. Otherwise, skies clear out and we’ll drop to around 74 overnight. Friday looks mostly sunny with highs near 91, but a few pop-up storms could develop late in the day. Friday night stays mostly clear, with just a slim chance of…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – Back in 2018, Back Bay Mission served around 230 people experiencing homelessness. Fast forward to 2025, with a few months still left in the year, that number has already tripled, surpassing 700. Staff at the nonprofit say rising inflation and the overall cost of living may be key factors behind the surge. Currently, there are no…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport Behavioral Health System hosted their military, veterans, and first responders unit open house Thursday morning. The Gulfport Behavioral Health Services Patriot Support programs provide treatment for active-duty military, veterans, and their families. Programs and services here are specifically designed to address the effects of behavior health issues. As treatment programs are expanding within the community, Universal…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — The National Association of Secretaries of State wrapped up its annual conference at the Beau Rivage today, capping off the event with the induction of a new president – Mississippi’s own Michael Watson. The conference kicked off on Monday morning, bringing together non-partisan secretaries of state from across the nation for a four-day event. The conference…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Gautier’s Mullet and Music Fest is not for a few more months, but Coast artists are invited to submit their artwork right now. That artwork will be used as the festival’s official logo and on the official festival t-shirt. Guidelines are that the art must be original, include the theme of celebrating nature’s playground, and must have…
“Last year wasn’t our best and this year we’re really looking to turn it around and we’re going to get some wins this year,” said senior offensive lineman Brady Gopffarth. “I believe we can do it. If we flip that switch, we got it,” said senior defensive lineman Luis Reyes. “We have a really high chance of winning at least…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — Experts from all across the state are gathering at a Juvenile Justice Symposium in Biloxi to learn how to help kids have successful futures. Juvenile justice has been a big topic at the IP Casino in Biloxi. Wednesday kicks off the three-day event offering classes to those wanting to learn how to better serve our youth….
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — Day two of WXXV and Huntington Learning Center’s Back to School Blitz is here, and we’re honoring another outstanding educator in South Mississippi! July’s Teacher of the Month is Sophia Evins, a fourth grade teacher at Arlington Elementary School in Pascagoula. Evins has a contagious personality and is well-loved by her students. Evins was nominated by…
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Susie makes a stop at Holmes Motors in D’Iberville to learn from CEO Brian Holmes about the unique business practices that set Holmes apart from other dealerships. Categories: Living Local Tags: brian holmes, bryan holmes, car dealers, car dealerships, d’iberville, Holmes, holmes motors, Living Local, Susie Davis
Susie Davis visits Seven P Fit, a unique fitness center in Ocean Springs specializing in fitness for not just the body but the mind and spirit as well. The center offers a variety of classes including barre, bungee, Zumba, stretch meditation, body pump, yoga, body jam, body combat and more! Categories: Living Local Tags: 7 p fit, barre, body combat,…
The Singing River Health System is hosting a blood drive in support of a local family. The drives are in honor of Kevin Chevalier, who spent the last six weeks in the ICU battling a life-threatening ICU autoimmune disorder. He has required multiple blood transfusions during treatment. The blood drive starts Monday, August 11 at the Ocean Springs Hospital’s board…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach shared an update on the Gateway Project at the harbor. Officials say work is on schedule. Drainage improvements are currently underway to enhance the storm water management. Meanwhile, underground electrical work is beginning this week, preparing for lighting and infrastructure enhancements. The project was launched in 2018 with a groundbreaking happening…