Coming out of the holiday season, the Humane Society of South Mississippi, like many shelters across Mississippi, is dealing with overcrowding. From December 31st until January 4th, they are hosting an adoption event with discounted adoption fees of $20, in hopes of helping with the overflow in their shelter. One adoptee, Anna, adopted not one but two dogs as she…
Sad news out of Starkville today. The Starkville Police Department announces the passing of K9 Kojack. The department says Kojack passed away unexpectedly while in a boarding facility on December 26th. The police pup was a member of the Starkville Police Department since September 30, 2021. The department ended their announcement by saying Kojack’s absence will be felt and all…
With the new year right around the corner it’s a time for celebration, but it’s also one of the busiest times on the roads. The Mississippi Highway Patrol are ramping up enforcement efforts for the New Year’s Holiday Travel Period. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier, Jr. is live at Mississippi Highway Patrol Troop K in Biloxi to talk about holiday…
Fog liners again this morning but cooler weather later this week and cold weather next week. patchy fog for areas this morning so careful on you morning commute. Today will be a nice warm day to end 2024 with highs in the low 70s today. A cold front will continue to push through the middle of the day changing our…
We are nearing the new year and continuing our coverage of the College Football Playoffs as both Georgia and Notre Dame have officially landed in New Orleans for the 2025 All-State Sugar Bowl. The Fighting Irish and Bulldogs will meet January first at the Caesar Superdome for the College Playoff Quarterfinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl. The ranked seven Notre…
Severe storms moved across the area bringing heavy rain to portions of the area over the weekend, including in Vancleave. Flood waters caused damage in the area warranting water rescues for other residents according to Michael Ryan. “It was pretty bad. Happened so fast too. Had to get rescue from around the corner here. My heart goes out to them,…
Days after the severe flooding which forced residents to evacuate at Sugar Sands Campground in Vancleave, water levels have finally reduced allowing those impacted to return to their RV’s. On Saturday the campgrounds were engulfed by floods brought on from Fridays night’s storms, forcing residents to leave their RV’s as well as the rest of their belongings behind. Relief efforts…
Quinn Kelly sent in a photo taken earlier Monday morning showcasing a “fog rainbow.” Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen breaks down the science of how one is created. Categories: Local News, News Tags: fog, fog rainbow, Quinn Kelly, Rainbow, science
Captain Brandon Hendry is in studio to talk about the recent graduating class from the Harrison County Law Enforcement Academy. For more information on the academy, click here. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Harrison County Law Enforcement Training Academy
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center had one of their winter break day camps this morning. The camp is an excellent way to keep children engaged during school breaks while providing them with opportunities to learn and have fun. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. has more. The discovery intersession camp offers engaging activities for children ages four to 10. The camp…
A Florida man died Sunday night after driving off the fishing pier off Howard Avenue in Biloxi. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer said 67-year-old Paul Costello of Milton, Florida, was pronounced dead at the scene after first responders pulled the vehicle he was driving out of the Back Bay shortly after 1 a.m. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter went to the pier…
The people of California heard a sonic boom yesterday as Jackson State University’s Sonic Boom of the South performed during the 44th annual Bandfest ahead of the Rose Parade. The Sonic Boom takes center stage in their first ever Rose Parade performance on January 1st. Be sure to watch on WXXV NBC starting at 10 a.m. on New Year’s Day….
The Blue-Grey Pride takes a pause from their fun to practice! This is video from their practice ahead of the London New Year’s Day Parade. The Pride is sure to represent the Gulf Coast well on the international stage. The broadcast can be watched on any PBS station, that being 6 AM our time. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Blue…
The Blue Grey Pride has officially made it across the pond! These are pictures of the Pride visiting Windsor Castle. The castle is home of the Royal family with burials ranging back to King Edward IV from the 1400s. The band is set to perform during the London New Year’s Day Parade. A reminder that the live broadcast takes place…
A big music debut with a famous actor attached plus a rundown of the top music releases on January 2025. Here’s Entertainment Reporter Brent Evans with New Music Monday. Categories: Entertainment Tags: music monday
Tomorrow, we’re going to ringing in a New Year and we wanted to let you know about some options here on the Coast if you haven’t already made plans. For a full list of events, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags: meggan monday, new year’s eve
Foggy start and a few days a warmer weather before our cold front arrives. Monday we have a Dense Fog advisory for all of our south Mississippi counties until 9:00 AM. Its been patchy mainly for the area that being said, some areas may not see fog develop, but with rapidly changing visibilities over short distances, travelers need to be…
Storms over the weekend brought on flooding in various parts of South Mississippi, including Vancleave. On Saturday part of Barge Landing Rd was submerged underwater as Bluff Creek overflowed from Friday night’s weather. That flooding left some residents unable to access their homes along the river. WXXV talked to Darryl Jackson, a local resident who spoke on how just how…
On Saturday the Sugar Sands Campground in Gulfport was engulfed in water from Friday night’s storms. Flooding forced residents to leave their RV’s as well as all of their belonging behind. That’s when three local teenagers decided to step in and help. Avery, only 18 years old, along with Landon and Gaige, both fifteen years old, decided to use their…
Foggy tonight Gearing up for the Chance of damaging winds, hail, and tornadoes tomorrow. 3 different tornado warnings across south MS earlier today. A dense fog advisory has been issued overnight for Jackson ,Harrison ,Hancock, and Pearl River counties. Drive Carefully throughout the early morning hours. Saturday is another weather aware day having a Higher chance for strong winds, hail,…
The Mega Millions jackpot has been raised to $1.15 billion. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter went to downtown Ocean Springs to talk to shoppers and see what they would do if they won $1 billion. If the jackpot is not hit Friday night, the prize will grow even larger for the final drawing of the year on Dec. 31. No…
The Southern District’s Public Safety Commissioner Wayne Carr joins WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott to discuss nuclear energy in the Magnolia State. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Magnolia State, nuclear, nuclear energy, Public Safety Commissioner, Southern District, Southern District’s Public Safety Commissioner Wayne Carr, Wayne Carr
The Southern District’s Public Safety Commissioner Wayne Carr joins WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott in studio to discuss solar energy in the Magnolia State. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Magnolia State, Public Safety Commissioner, Public Safety Commissioner Wayne Carr, Solar, solar energy, Southern District’s Public Safety Commissioner
Mississippi is being represented in the Rose Parade for the first time! The design of the float features the Magnolia State’s history of music, with B. B. King and Elvis Presley being featured prominently. The Rose Parade takes place in California on New Year’s Day. You can watch the ceremony starting at 10 AM here on WXXV NBC. Categories: Local…