5/6 – Sam Parker’s “Flood Threat” Tuesday Night Forecast

Potential for flooding across south Mississippi overnight and Wednesday having several rounds of heavy rainfall. A few showers passed tonight but into Wednesday morning will have more heavier rain. A moderate risk of heavy rainfall capable of producing flash flooding is in place for tonight. The highest risk will be mainly overnight as several rounds of heavy rainfall move through…

Intermittent road closure on Pass Road in Biloxi

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- In Biloxi, city officials announced intermittent road closures for part of Pass Road. The eastbound and westbound lanes of Pass Road at Hickory Road will be closed to traffic intermittently starting May 12 until May 14. The closure is in effect each day from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Crews will be milling and paving the intersection,…

Road closure extended for O’Neal Road in Gulfport

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport issued an extended road closure, impacting citizens and businesses on O’Neal Road. The section of O’Neal Road between Highway 49 and Old Highway 49 will remain closed to traffic for intersection improvements. Highway 49, Old Highway 49, and Orange Grove Road will continue to be the designated detour route. This closure is expected…

Fire department asking for help naming engine serving William Carey area

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)-Calling all William Carey students and alum! The Hattiesburg Fire Department is asking the WCU community to help name the newest fire engine. The engine was unveiled during the parade of champions and will serve the William Carey area. The truck is wrapped in the university’s colors and features their logos. Fire department officials say they are now…

Joseph T. Jones Building renovations complete in Gulfport

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport leaders marked the reopening of a historic downtown building. The Joseph T. Jones Building recently received a number of upgrades, including new stairs, floors, and a reconfigured drive-thru area. It’s a familiar building for many Gulfport residents as the hub for the city’s finance and utility departments. Mayor Billy Hewes says this project is a testament…

New Coast-themed app launched

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- A South Mississippi-centric mobile app has officially launched with the goal of helping people discover more of our region’s natural beauty. ‘Let’s Go! Explore Gulf Coast’ is an app that maps out public spaces with easy-to-use search filters, allowing locals and visitors to learn more about the outdoor recreational opportunities our Coast has to offer. This includes…

Hurricane Preparedness Week: Understanding Forecast Information

Day three of Mississippi’s Hurricane Preparedness Week is here. The topic for today is understanding the forecast information. MEMA officials urge you to rely on forecasts from the National Hurricane Center and local weather services like our WXXV Weather Authority team. Know the difference between a watch and warning as well. You should also know deadly hazards occur outside the…

Remembering fallen Long Beach officers

LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Today marks a somber anniversary in the City of Long Beach. It was on this day 27 years ago that two Long Beach police officers were tragically killed in the line of duty. On May 6, 1998, Detective James Northcutt and Sgt. Steve Morgan responded to a domestic disturbance in the city. They were killed by…

Two arrested in home invasion in Harrison County

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County Sheriff’s deputies released new details on a late March robbery in which one victim was attacked with a machete. Two arrests have been made in this case. Daniel Brown and Octavia Winters face a litany of charges now, including robbery, use of a deadly weapon, and aggravated assault. Investigators say the robbery took place…

Gautier man sentenced to 20 years for sex crimes involving a minor

JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Gautier man will spend two decades behind bars on sex crimes charges involving a minor. Twenty-three-year-old Josemany Francois will serve 20 years in MDOC custody without the possibility of parole after pleading guilty to sexual battery and touching of a child for lustful purposes in a Pascagoula courtroom. This case dates back to February 2021…

Human Trafficking Operation 806 completed

Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced the completion of a human trafficking operation. Attorney General Fitch said her office is committed to eliminating human trafficking and is focused on helping these victims in their road to recovery. Operation 806, which was conducted in Southaven, led to one arrest and the recovery of five human trafficking victims. Two search warrants were…

D’Iberville’s Cooper Rouse and Ryker Reed win Bass Fishing State Title!

Last Friday and Saturday, schools competed in the South Mississippi High School Bass Nation State Championship! It was a good day on the water to wear black and yellow as the D’Iberville bass fishing team takes home back-to-back State Championship titles! Warriors Cooper Rouse and Ryker Reed are your State Champions, weighing 10/10  fish at 15 pounds and 94 ounces….

Keesler Air Force Base hosting readiness exercise

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. (WXXV)- Keesler Air Force Base is conducting a readiness exercise this week. On Wednesday, May 7, the 81st Training Wing will conduct their base-wide exercise training. Visitors to the base and those who work on base can expect simulated gunfire, an increased presence of first responders, and traffic diversions. Gate delays and disruptions to on-base…

5/5 – Sam Parker’s “Buckets of Rain” Monday Night Forecast

Heavy rain threat Tuesday evening through Thursday across all of south Mississippi. Monday was beautiful with slightly below seasonal average. Now the main threat Tuesday will be heavy rain, but a few storms could also become strong to severe Tuesday afternoon and evening across south Mississippi. If any storms do become severe, they would be capable of producing damaging wind…

Meet and Greet with new Pearl River County Superintendent

PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pearl River County School District is hosting a meet and greet for their new superintendent. Those wanting to attend need to head to the Pearl River County Middle School’s library at 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 8. Jeremy Weir is expected to be approved during a board meeting earlier on Thursday before the event…

Taco Sombrero celebrates 45 years of business

Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- Through these doors walks the greatest people on earth. That’s what the late founder Lynn Parkhill would say about his restaurant Taco Sombrero, who is celebrating 45 years on the coast. “Today is 45 years, not just Cinco De Mayo but happy 45 years for Taco Sombrero. We’ve been in the community serving many people. Without our…

Coffee with new D’Iberville Chief of Police

D’Iberville, Miss. (WXXV)- The D’Iberville Police Department is hosting a chance for the public to meet the newest chief of police. Chief Marty Griffin was announced as the new police chief in February. Before this appointment, he served as the deputy chief and the interim police chief. The meet and greet will be held Tuesday, May 6 at the What-a-Burger…

Evacuation plans during hurricane season

  The Mississippi Department of Transportation shared information for residents evacuating during hurricane season. First, MDOT says to establish an evacuation plan and route including having a meeting location with family in case you are separated. MDOT is also advising all residents to shut off utilities and propane tanks, unplug appliances, and electronics ahead of leaving your home. Tune into…

Hurricane Preparedness Week in Mississippi

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- May 5th marks the second day of Hurricane Preparedness Week in the Magnolia State. Day two focuses on preparations ahead of hurricane season. The state’s emergency management agency says everyone needs to develop an evacuation plan. Supplies, such as food, water, batteries, physical cash, and an emergency radio should be found as soon as possible. It is…

Brandon Box Community Pet Clinic opens after renovations

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – The Humane Society of South Mississippi opened its new and improved Brandon Box Community Pet Clinic. This newly renovated space offers low-cost, high-quality spay/neuter and wellness services. The clinic is named in remembrance of Brandon Box of Gulfport. His Mother, Babs Box, attended the opening and was pleased with the community turnout  The Brandon Box Community…