BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is hosting a special event Thursday afternoon. A turtle release is taking place on Biloxi Beach. A total of nine turtles have been rehabilitated after being cold stunned. Guests are invited to attend the release across from Edgewater Mall Thursday at 4 p.m. All nine turtles are named after national parks. A tent and…
President Trump is bringing back a familiar fitness tradition for students nationwide. The president signed a memo Tuesday restoring the presidential fitness test, reviving a program that was once a rite of passage for generations of students. The test typically measures strengthen, endurance, and flexibility through activities like sit ups, push-ups, a one-mile run, and a sit-and-reach stretch. The exact…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County officials are asking boaters to use caution in the Lake Mars boat launch area starting this weekend. Routine maintenance dredging operations are set to begin Friday at the lake. Heavy equipment will be operating in the area as crews work to improve county waterways. Boats are urged to stay alert, keep a safe distance…
Scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop late tonight, with better rain chances arriving Thursday and continuing on and off through the weekend. The wettest period appears to be from Friday night through Sunday, when multiple rounds of rain and storms are expected to bring locally heavy downpours at times. Highs will stay mostly in the upper 70s to low 80s…
Mississippi Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith is backing bipartisan legislation aimed at helping keep rural hospitals afloat. Senate Bill 4460 would extend the Rural Community Hospital Demonstration program for another five years. The federal program allows qualifying rural hospitals to receive enhanced Medicare reimbursements to help improve financial stability and maintain healthcare access in small communities. Six Mississippi hospitals are currently part…
Cruisin’ the Coast is once again riding high after being named the best car show in the country by USA Today readers. This marks the seventh straight win for the Mississippi Gulf Coast event, often called America’s largest block party. The strong fan support helped keep Cruisin’ in the top spot during the nationwide vote. The event started in 1996…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Today marks a somber anniversary for the men and women of the Long Beach Police Department. It was on this day in 1998 that Detective James Northcutt and Sgt. Steven Morgan were shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance at a Long Beach home. Both men were veteran law enforcement officers, who gave their…
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and with Mother’s Day approaching, we’re highlighting an issue many moms face in silence. Joining us now is Jo Hughes, a mom and physician associate, to talk more about it Categories: Local News Tags: maternal mental health, Mental Health Awareness Month
The Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum is hosting an annual boat show this month. On May 16 and 17, guests will be able to experience boat demonstrations, exhibits, and so much more at the Billy Creel Memorial Boat Show. Joining us with the details is Elizabeth Alexander. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Billy Creel Memorial Boat…
Every other Wednesday morning, we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us as always is Katie King here to tell us about News 25’s Pet of the Week, Lily. Categories: Local News, Pet of the Week Tags: Humane Society of South Mississippi, pet of the week
MOBILE, AL (WXXV)-The 2026 Hurricane Awareness Tour made a stop on the Gulf Coast Tuesday at the Mobile International Airport. Meteorologist Sam Lucey and Forecaster Brynne Baxley breakdown this year’s tour and its mission. On Tuesday, the 2026 Hurricane Awareness Tour made a stop in Mobile, promoting preparation and staying safe this hurricane season. National Hurricane Center Warning Coordination Meteorologist…
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — Five Hancock Middle School students are being recognized by the U.S. House of Representatives for their bravery and quick thinking after helping save their bus driver during a medical emergency last month—a story that has gained national attention. On April 22, five Hancock Middle School students played the heroes as they stopped their runaway bus…
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department is sharing details about an arrest made at the end of April. A traffic stop was made on April 30 around 9 that morning. Inside the car was James Collier and Clarence Ladner III. The traffic stop happened on I-59 near mile marker 27. Collier was actively wanted by the…
This week’s WXXV Weather Kid is Madden. Madden enjoys art and YouTube. While outside, Madden enjoys playing football and hanging with friends. Madden’s weather wisdom is understanding tornado safety. If you’d like your child to be featured on a future weather kid segment, just fill out the registration form at www.wxxv25.com/weatherkid, or look under the “contest” tab on our free…
President Donald Trump is restoring the Presidential Fitness Test for schools across the nation. The test was retired under President Obama. Asia Ellis has more on what can be expected on the Coast. Categories: Local News Tags: Presidential Fitness Test
POPLARVILLE, Miss. — A strong showing on the mound and timely hitting lifted Pearl River Community College to a 4-1 victory over Hinds Community College in the opening round of the Poplarville Regional at “The Dub.” Right-hander Drew Harrison set the tone immediately, proving why he got the start. The Wildcats’ ace came out firing in the top of the…
POPLARVILLE, Miss. — It was another electric day in “Pop-Vegas” as Pearl River Community College delivered a statement performance, overpowering Northeast Mississippi Community College 12-4 in the Poplarville Regional Championship to secure the program’s first-ever trip to the NJCAA Softball World Series. From the very first inning, the Wildcats made their intentions clear: score early, score often, and never let…
It’s no secret that the Southern Miss pitching staff had a breakthrough weekend in their Sunbelt series win over ULM. One of those arms that simply had the game of his life was former Pearl River Wildcat and Saturday starter, Camden Clark. Not only did the Sun Belt Conference take notice of the performance, but also Baseball America. After his…
A new month means it is time to learn about new games being offered by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation. This month, all new games are variations of Wheel of Fortune. Savannah Tirey joins us via zoom with the details. Categories: Local News Tags: lottery, lotto, Mississippi Lottery
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Kroc Center announces the pool is officially back open. The pool closed so crews could do maintenance and so the aquatic staff could make sure everything was safe. Kroc Center employees encourage residents to reserve their spot online ahead of coming out. Categories: Local News Tags: Kroc center, pool
Perle Physical Therapy and Pilates is hosting a women’s health and wellness event soon. Beth Edmiston joins us with more ahead of the event. The event takes place Friday, May 8 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 228-222-4415. Categories: Local News Tags: Perle Physical Therapy and Pilates
We’ll stay warm, breezy, and a bit humid tonight with lows around 70. Wednesday stays partly sunny and warm, but clouds start to build through the day as our next system approaches. Rain chances ramp up late Wednesday night, with a much wetter pattern setting in Thursday and Friday. Expect periods of showers and thunderstorms, with the best chance for…
The start of hurricane season is right around the corner. June 1 marks the beginning of the season and everyone on the Coast is encouraged to be prepared. We’re in the middle of Hurricane Preparedness Week and the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is highlighting some of the critical things we should all be doing and all be aware of. MEMA…
A deadly outbreak now making headlines as three cruise ship passengers are dead and at least four others are sick. All linked to a rare, but dangerous virus. This evening, growing concerns about hantavirus and how it spreads. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. went straight to local experts, finding out if this deadly virus could pose a risk here…