Some new feathered friends have arrived at the Mississippi Aquarium. The little guys names are B1 and B2, and they’re the newest additions to the African Penguin colony which partially calls the aquarium home. Born just weeks ago during the winter storm in South Mississippi, they’re already building up quite the fan base. When it comes to the parents of…
The Super Bowl is one of the most wagered-on sporting events globally, with bets expected to surpass $20 billion. While most bettors place their wagers on mobile devices, Mississippians are currently restricted to casino sportsbooks, but that could soon change. The Mississippi House of Representatives has passed a bill to legalize statewide mobile sports betting with strong support from its…
Freshman and sophomores at Long Beach High spent part of their day learning about technical career paths they can explore after high school. Today’s CTE showcase sent students on a tour of the new Long Beach CTE Facility and demonstrations of programs offered for the 2025-26 school year. Those programs include automotive, construction, engineering, and welding career tracks. The school…
February is Black History Month and in honor of it, we are doing interviews spotlighting those who are making a difference in their community. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. highlights Ms. Audrey’s Southern Kitchen and Catering. Ms. Audrey Duncan has been a staple in the community and has fed the Gulf Coast for over 25 years. Her reputation and…
The Mississippi Public Service Commission on Tuesday denied a request for a rate hike by Great River Utility. Commissioners said they are not getting the answers they need to justify another rate increase when some customers have already seen bills that have gone up 400 percent since Great River acquired 26 water and wastewater systems in the state in 2021….
This week’s Weather Kid, or rather, Weather Teen is Alexis! She’s a little older and (thankfully for my knees and the camera crew) taller than most of the other Weather Kids. Alexis is interested in public speaking and wants to become an Actress. In regards to weather, she likes warm, sunny weather so she can go kayaking in the local…
Jane King is at the New York Stock Exchange with today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson is sounding the alarm about a rise in investment scams lately. Secretary Watson says his office has received an uptick in reports of scams lately. The three types of scams to watch out for are crypto currency scams, gift card scams, and affinity fraud scams which is where the scammers build relationships over time…
Cecilia Dobbs Walton with the City of Biloxi is in studio to talk about the Biloxi Children’s Mardi Gras Walking Parade. The Children’s Walking Parade takes place on Saturday, February 8th at 10 a.m. It’s open to children ages 12 and younger. They will be parading from under I-110 on Howard Avenue, along Howard Avenue to Lameuse Street and they…
A new non-stop flight service begins this week at Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport. Starting Thursday, Breeze Airways will offer that service from Gulfport to Orlando on Thursdays and Sundays. It’s the latest flight offering at the airport for the low-cost carrier, which also has offered flights to Tampa and Las Vegas from Gulfport as well. Those flights begin Thursday, February 6th….
Continuing our Super Bowl coverage we are highlighting a player that used to be a star on the Mississippi Coast and in Hattiesburg. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren spoke with his Great Uncle ahead of the big game. Categories: Featured, Local News, News
Spring like conditions remain for the week and into the weekend. With these warm temps in the afternoon giving the chance for over night fog again. If not fog then low level will be present which is why some areas have dense fog advisories and some don’t by NWS. When the sun comes up the clouds will be there and…
Around the corner on almost every major street in New Orleans, are barricades and law enforcement as agencies are working around the clock to make sure the city is secure ahead of the Super Bowl. Rusty Payne, a spokesperson for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, describes what his agency is doing to keep both the stadium as well as the…
The Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles have proven they are the best two teams in the NFL. There’s no argument to be made as they are the final two teams competing for the Lombardi trophy. This year, the Magnolia state is all over both rosters – starting at the very top. A.J. Brown, Darius Slay, and Chris Jones have…
Gulfport Behavioral Health System provides mental health services for military service members. On Tuesday, they had a board meeting to curate conversations about the services they provide. During their discussions, they brought up the topic of operations for their in-patient services for military members. Veteran mental health is a sensitive issue that impacts the military community, and with that comes…
Cam Jordan is a 14-year NFL veteran who has spent his entire career with the New Orleans Saints. On Tuesday, the Saints star defensive tackle held an event through the Cam Jordan Foundation, where he announced new scholarship opportunities for deserving youth in the NOLA area. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: cam jordan, Cam Jordan Foundation, new orleans,…
Football fans are coming to New Orleans from far and wide as we approach the Big Game this weekend. WXXV News 25’s Ethan Krauss has an update from the French Quarter and has a reminder about an upcoming weekend parade there. Categories: Local News, News Tags: French Quarter, super bowl 59
Matthew Gertz with Savvy Sliders joins us in studio. Savvy Sliders is a new eatery opening Wednesday in Orange Grove. They are located at 12045 Highway 49. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags: business, restaurant, Savvy Sliders
It’s Tuesday which means it is time for our Pet of the Week from Jackson County Animal Shelter! Maridee Mallette joins us with this week’s pet, Mercy! Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week
Jane King is at the New York Stock Exchange with today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
A group representing Ocean Springs property owners in a federal lawsuit says it will appeal the court’s decision to dismiss a lawsuit tied to the city’s urban renewal plan. The Institute for Justice is representing a group of homeowners who disagree with the city’s decision to label their home as blighted in a 2023 urban renewal plan. Judge Taylor McNeel…
The Gulfport community is mourning the loss of a longtime public servant and community leader. In a Facebook post Monday, current Mayor Billy Hewes announced the death of his father, Billy Hewes Jr. The elder Hewes himself was a member of the Gulfport City Council for two terms and was involved in many different business ventures. Mayor Hewes said his…
Savannah Tirey from the Mississippi Lottery speaks to WXXV News 25 about the new games this month. Categories: Local News, News Tags: lottery, lotto, Mississippi Lottery
Super Bowl Week is in full swing now with just five days until the Big Game. WXXV News 25’s Ethan Krauss is in New Orleans to give us a preview of upcoming events for this week. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: football, sports, super bowl, super bowl 59