BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Many South Mississippians are remembering the life of a Biloxi police officer who was killed in the line of duty on this day seven years ago. Robert McKeithen was shot and killed near his squad car outside the Lopez Quave Public Safety Center the night of May 5, 2019. His alleged killer, Darian Atkinson, remains unfit to…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Bikin’ the Beach will be taking over Long Beach soon. The bike festival takes place from May 14 to the 17 at Harper McCaughan Town Green, offering tattoos, stunts, and free live music. Mayor Tim Pierce, Jason Stearma, and Jennifer Miller join us with more. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: bikin the…
Mother’s Day is May 10. Norma Cucurollo and Victoria Penny join us with a few sweet treats and more on deals throughout the month at Nothing Bundt Cake. Categories: Local News Tags: Nothing Bundt Cake
South Mississippi restaurants and food trucks are cooking up some great Mexican cuisine today to celebrate Cinco De Mayo. Some still confuse Cinco De Mayo with Mexican Independence Day, which is actually celebrated on September 16. This specific holiday commemorates Mexico’s victory at the Battle of Puebla, but for many, it’s also a day filled with food, music, and time…
SOUTH MISS (WXXV)- Drivers across the Gulf Coast are feeling another squeeze at the pump as gas prices continue to climb. WXXV’s Brynne Baxley spoke with customers about how the rising costs are hitting their wallets and shares practical ways you can save on your next fill up. As of Monday, according to AAA, the national gas price average was…
MOBILE, AL (WXXV)- Two-thirds of our Weather Authority team are out in Mobile today, talking to some of the people who track and study hurricanes when they form. Brynne Baxley and Sam Lucey are going behind the scenes today with the Hurricane Hunters. Brynne has more from Mobile. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: Hurricane Hunters
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department is sharing details about an arrest made last week. On April 29, the sheriff’s department narcotics division received a search warrant for a home in Picayune. During the search, deputies found a large quantity of marijuana, THC vape products, scales, and packing materials. Those found in the home were…
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Hancock High students Israel and Max Makoka are back home in Diamondhead and they are speaking out about their ICE detention. The brothers were taken into ICE custody due to alleged issues with their student visas on April 21 while waiting for the school bus. Now, the brothers and their host family say they’re adjusting to…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The historic Lovelace oak tree has been removed in Downtown Ocean Springs. The tree was located at the intersection of Government Street and Washington Avenue. Elected officials say upon further inspection, it was clear the tree was completely rotten on the inside. Those officials saying the condition created a safety concern for residents, visitors, and property….
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Today is Cinco De Mayo and we are in the festive spirit here at WXXV News 25. Mezcalito Taqueria and Catering stopped by our studio on this Taco Tuesday. WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis gives us the details on what you can expect from this local food truck! Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: cinco de mayo
Yesterday’s sunny skies are gone as clouds move in along with higher humidity for your Cinco de Mayo festivities. It’s still going to be a pretty good day, but hard to compare with yesterday’s absolute perfection. The dewpoint rose 10 degrees, which took us out of the “comfortable” 50s and into the “humid” 60s. It will continue to trend upwards…
The Harrison Central Red Rebel baseball team is sending a pitcher/catcher duo to the next level! Congratulations are in order as seniors Bubba Harris and Connor Harrison officially put pen to paper with their future programs. Bubba Harris is joining the Bears at Southwest Community College, and Connor Harrison is joining the Choctaws at Mississippi College. Both Red Rebels took…
The St. Martin Yellowjackets are celebrating yet another trail blazer on their girl’s flag football team! Senior defensive back Olivia Umanzor officially signed to continue her academic and athletic career at Millsaps College. Umanzor has been a key piece of the Yellow Jackets’ defense, using her speed and instincts in the secondary to make big plays and shut down opposing…
Hancock Baseball hosted the George County Rebels for game two of the round two of playoffs. George County plated three runs early in the top of the first, and the Hawks regained two of those runs in the bottom of the first. The Rebels would tack on three more in the third and two more in the seventh, the Hawks…
Hancock Softball hosted the George County Lady Rebels in hopes of splitting the series and keeping their season alive. The Lady Rebels scored one run in the second, and two runs in the third, and the Lady Hawks tied is mid-way 3-3. It wasn’t until the top of the seventh inning the George County brought a run across and the…
The Pearl River Community College softball team hosted Jones College for their second match-up in the Region 23 Regional tournament. With the help of eight stakeouts from Ana-Grace Garcia and a two-run home run by Anastasia Acree, the No. 5 Wildcats defeat No. 6 Jones College with a final score of 5-2. Pearl River now advances to the Poplarville Regional…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Traintastic helped the Coast celebrate May the 4th a little early. ‘Train Wars’ took place on May 2nd, bringing a galaxy far, far away just a bit closer. Guests were treated to lightsaber builds, trivia crafts, and so many costumes. Visitors say the meet and greets were a highlight. Guests also say they loved spotting the Star…
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Happening at the Ina Thompson Library Tuesday, it’s a Revenge of the Fifth event. Everyone 16 and older is invited to take part in a lightsaber forging program. This program is geared towards the Sith, those who come out will create a lightsaber hilt either reflecting a Sith, fallen Jedi, or something in between. This program…
Tonight stays mostly clear and comfortable, with lows dipping into the lower 60s and a light southerly breeze. Tuesday brings a warm and mostly sunny day, with highs nearing 80 degrees and a steady south wind returning moisture to the region. Clouds increase Tuesday night, keeping temperatures mild in the upper 60s. By Wednesday, that added moisture begins to pay…
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce hosted their sixth annual Putting in the Pass golf tournament. After some friendly competition, prizes, and food, the event wrapped up Monday afternoon at the Oaks Golf Club. This fundraiser brings golfers together to support small business grants and high school scholarships. Chamber members say this event will be held…
Monday marked day two of Hurricane Preparedness Week in Mississippi just weeks before the start of the Atlantic season. The topic is ‘prepare before hurricane season.’ Officials with MEMA say now is the time to get ready, before a storm threatens the Coast. That means building emergency supply kits, reviewing insurance policies, and knowing your evacuation routes ahead of time….
The Mississippi Department of Transportation is releasing more details on its 2026 hurricane evacuation guide. It’s available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese and includes a hurricane emergency checklist. The guide includes evacuation maps and can also be downloaded or ordered online by clicking here. Additionally, evacuation guides will be distributed through newspapers in early June with additional copies available at…
Diamondhead is preparing to hire a police chief this month as the city moves closer to launching its own municipal police department. Kristen Kaylor with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center explains what the change means for residents. Diamondhead has relied on the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement services since the city was established in 2012. Now, city…
The state department of agriculture and commerce is accepting a new round of applications for its wild hog control program. Those applications opened on May 1 and will remain open until May 15. All counties are eligible for the application period. Commissioner Andy Gipson says he encourages all landowners impacted by wild hogs to apply. He adds the trapping program…