NBA Hall of Famer Shaq opens restaurant in Hattiesburg

Shaquille O’Neal brings his ‘Big Chicken’ restaurant to Mississippi! The franchise’s first restaurant in the Magnolia State opened in Hattiesburg on Tuesday. Big Chicken serves meals inspired by Shaq’s home-cooked childhood favorites with today’s trending flavors. The menu ranges from chicken sandwiches and tenders and Cheez-it crusted mac n cheese. The Hattiesburg store is located at 6054 US Highway 98!…

Estranged wife who police say fatally shot man at Pearl River County courthouse taken into custody

A man who was in court for a divorce proceeding was shot outside the Pearl River County Courthouse in Poplarville just before 1 p.m. Tuesday. Tanya Saucier James Ray Saucier died of his injuries from the gunshot, according to his attorney, Donald Rafferty. “The people in the clerk’s office tried to save his life,” Rafferty said. Saucier was in court…

Chanukah events happening on the Coast

Chanukah begins next week and there are a few Chanukah events happening on the Coast. Light up the Night takes place on December 26th. Quakes is hosting members of Congregation Beth Israel and members of the community. The fun starts at 6:30 and offers doughnuts, latkes, and kids crafts. Later that night, the largest Menorah in Mississippi is being lit!…

Deadline to apply for Feed the Needy approaching

Christmas is right around the corner and law enforcement across the Coast is doing their part to give back to the community this holiday season. The deadline to request a meal for the Christmas Feed the Needy meal giveaway is 1 p.m. on Wednesday, December 18th. Volunteers will spend part of their Christmas morning packing up those meals then delivering…

WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. has an update on Mega Millions Jackpot

The Mega Millions Jackpot has surpassed $700 million. The most recent drawing, which took place on December 10th, did not produce a jackpot winner, causing the prize to roll over to an estimated $740 million for the upcoming draw. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. is in Gulfport with more. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: lottery, mega million

Red Kettle Challenge: Mississippi House vs. Mississippi Senate

Representative Kevin Felcher and Major Jerry Friday are in studio to tell us more about the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Challenge. The Mississippi House is facing off against the Mississippi Senate on Friday, December 20th. They will be out ringing the bell from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: red kettle challenge,…

Festive Finds: Healing Garden Therapies

Christmas is next week and we want to help you with a few fun gift ideas and services you can consider for yourself or love ones. We’ve done some research and found some options for you. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen and Everett Ganier Jr. are live at Healing Garden Therapies in Gulfport with today’s WXXV Festive Finds. For more…

West Harrison Cheer team wins third straight State Championship title!

The cheer dynasty strikes again! Congratulations to the West Harrison High School cheer team for winning not their first or second, but third straight State Championship title! The Hurricanes have won three national titles in the last five years and now they’ll be competing for their fourth title in February! Congratulations to the green and orange, and we’ll be cheering…

12/16 – Sam Parker’s “Weirdly Warm December” Monday Night Forecast

Mondays high temperature was 76 degrees and its mid December that’s weirdly warm this time of year. Our normal average high is 64 for today. We will see cooler weather later this week as a cold front will arrive Wednesday evening. With warmer air and cooler sea surface temperatures tomorrow morning tracking patchy fog so drive carefully as visibility will…

Century Bank donates to George County School District

The George County School District received a massive donation from Century Bank Monday. A check for $200,000 was made for pre-k collaboratives in the county. Officials with the district saying the investment will help create opportunities to shape growth and development. The check will provide resources, enhance classroom experiences, and build a foundation for students in the program. Categories: Local…

Picayune Police investigating theft of recyclable cooking oil

This vehicle is believed to be involved in the theft of cooking grease that was to be recycled. (Picayune Police Department)Picayune Police are investigating theft of recyclable cooking oil after a tip led to the confiscation of a truck involved in the alleged theft. A business owner told officers that used cooking oil was being taken from a storage unit…

Shooting in Bay St. Louis leaves one man dead

WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter has been at the Bay St. Louis Police Station awaiting further details and updates on this investigation. The shooting occurred on Saturday, December 14, on the 900 block of Bookter Street. Officers responded to reports of a shooting and found a man suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite life-saving efforts at a local hospital, the…

Catholic Diocese of Biloxi upcoming Christmas events

Terry Maddox with the Catholic Diocese of Biloxi joined us in studio this morning. He stopped by to tell us about a few events coming up! Carols on the Square takes place Thursday, December 19th at 7 p.m. in front of the Nativity of Blessed Virgin Mary. This concert is FREE and open to the public! Come join the choir…

Meggan Monday: Women’s Resource Center

The Women’s Resource Center helps countless women facing unplanned pregnancies. They want moms and dads to know they are not alone. Above all, the center provides hope and gives parents the resources they need before, during, and after their pregnancies to make sure their babies thrive. Here’s more about their mission and the families they’ve helped. If you want to…

Tech Byte – 2024 Top Picks

Patrick and pal, Henry Flood recap their favorite new tech featured on the segment in 2024. Brought to you locally by Rogers Technology Solutions. Categories: Techbyte Tags: 2024 top picks, henry flood, patrick moates, Recap, Tech Byte, techbyte, technology