State Leaders Discuss Ai Tech At Mgccc Harrison County
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State leaders discuss AI tech at MGCCC Harrison County

Everett Ganier Jr.,

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- State officials and employees got a firsthand look at artificial intelligence Friday. The Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network hosted Anthropic Day Mississippi on Gulf Coast Community College’s Harrison County campus. The hands-on event gave participants practical experience with AI tools, including Claude, Claude Code, and co-work, while exploring how artificial intelligence can be used responsibility in government,…

2026 Jeepin The Coast Wraps Up
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2026 Jeepin the Coast wraps up

WXXV Staff,

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Jeepin the Coast wrapped up Sunday with a church service on the Long Beach Town Green and the big awards ceremony. The weather cooperated for this year’s five days of Jeep fun across the Long Beach, Pass Christian, and Bay St. Louis areas. Organizers say the turnout this year was great and planning for the 2027 edition…

Atlantic Hurricane Season Begins June 1
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Atlantic Hurricane Season begins June 1

WXXV Staff,

The 2026 Atlantic Hurricane season begins today. According to NOAA’s outlook, they’re predicting eight to 14 named storms, three to six hurricanes, and one to three major hurricanes. This prediction is below-normal compared to recent years due to a variety of factors, including the development of El Nino as the season progress. If you missed it, you can watch our…

Two Arrested On Multiple Charges Following Alleged Child Abuse Investigation In George County
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Two arrested on multiple charges following alleged child abuse investigation in George County

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GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A man and a woman from George County have been arrested following an investigation into alleged abused involving two children. The George County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division received a referral from child protective services on May 12 about allegations of physical and sexual abuse. Investigators identified and arrested 62-year-old Kenneth Newburn and 58-year-old Rita Newburn….

06/01 Ryan's "summer Like" Monday Morning Forecast
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06/01 Ryan’s “Summer-like” Monday Morning Forecast

We're still weeks away from the official start of summer, but it will be noticeably "summer-like" this afternoon.
Ryan Mahan,

It isn’t summer just yet, but expect the next few days to be decidedly “summer-like” thanks to even hotter days and high humidity. We’ll also see another round of “summer-like” showers and thunderstorms, similar to what we saw in the area on Sunday. That means much of the day will be a nice mix of sunshine and clouds, but we’ll…

5/31 Brynne's Sunday Night Forecast
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5/31 – Brynne’s Sunday Night Forecast

Brynne Baxley,

Partly cloudy and warm tonight with lows around 77 and a light southwest breeze. Monday will be mostly sunny and hot with highs near 90. Most locations stay dry, but the chance for a few showers and thunderstorms develops during the afternoon. Monday night will be another warm one with lows in the mid to upper 70s. A slight chance…

Ms Dept. Of Mental Health Reminds Residents Help Is Available As Mental Health Awareness Month Ends
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MS Dept. of Mental Health reminds residents help is available as Mental Health Awareness Month ends

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The Mississippi Department of Mental Health is reminding people that help is available as Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close. Mississippians can find services through its helpline, the mental health Mississippi website, and the newly launched Mississippi Cares website. DMH says programs across the state provide support for children, young adults, and people experiencing severe mental illness, all…

Mississippi Aquarium Offering Behind The Scenes Animal Care Experience
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Mississippi Aquarium offering behind the scenes animal care experience

WXXV Staff,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is sharing a new way for the public to get a behind-the-scenes look at an aquarium. The program is called the Animal Academy. Participants will get a hands-on look at a day in the life of an animal trainer. They’ll also experience preparing diets and assisting with training. For more information, click here. Categories:…

Ocean Springs Crossing Guards Recognized For Work During School Year
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Ocean Springs crossing guards recognized for work during school year

WXXV Staff,

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Ocean Springs gave a shout out to their crossing guards. As the school year wrapped up, the guards were recognized with commendations by the police department. The police say every morning and afternoon the crossing guards stand in the heat, rain or cold to keep children safe, saying smiles and commitment make a…

Mississippi Aquarium Helps Turtles In Need
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Mississippi Aquarium helps turtles in need

WXXV Staff,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium spent last weekend helping turtles in Alabama. Three turtles were found with serious injuries. The crew went into action and the turtles were sent to the aquarium for rest and rehabilitation. Staff share the names of these new patients: Polygon, Rhombus, and Trapezoid. These three are loggerhead sea turtles. Aquarium staff says it has…

97th Annual Blessing Of The Fleet Returns To Biloxi
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97th annual Blessing of the Fleet returns to Biloxi

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BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- One of South Mississippi’s most historic traditions returns this weekend for its 97th year. The Biloxi Blessing of the Fleet begins with the shrimp festival on the Harrah’s Great Lawn at 11 a.m. Sunday morning. Shrimpers will be taking to the water in their boats around the same time for the official festivities on the Biloxi Channel,…

Changes Made To Parking In Downtown Gulfport
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Changes made to parking in Downtown Gulfport

WXXV Staff,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Some parking changes are coming to Downtown Gulfport as the summer tourist season begins and new businesses open in the next few weeks. According to Gulfport Main Street, two-hour parking limits are being enforced in areas in downtown including 25th Avenue south of 17th Street, large stretches of 13th and 14th streets, and 23rd and 24th Avenues…

Chevron, Jackson County Team Up For Weather Radio Giveaway
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Chevron, Jackson County team up for weather radio giveaway

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JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce is sharing details about a weather radio giveaway. Chevron is partnering with the county office of emergency services to give away 150 NOAA radios to help residents stay informed during hurricane season. These radios will be given out between June 1 and June 5. They can be picked up from…

Changes To Harrison County School District Meal Program
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Changes to Harrison County School District meal program

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HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County School District is expanding its free summer meal program for kids and families. The program begins June 1. Along with traditional cafeteria service and the district’s mobile dining trailer, school district leaders are adding a new seven-day bulk meal pick up option this year. The meal kits will include a full week’s worth…

2nd Annual Bay Fest Kicks Off In Bay St. Louis Saturday
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2nd annual Bay Fest kicks off in Bay St. Louis Saturday

WXXV Staff,

BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- Bay St. Louis is hosting the second annual Bay Fest on Saturday. The all-day street festival takes over Old Town Bay St. Louis from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m., featuring more than 60 vendors, live music, and family-friendly activities. The event is designed to celebrate the Coast’s creativity while supporting local businesses and charities. Admission…

‘shrek The Musical’ Coming To The Beau Rivage In June
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‘Shrek the Musical’ coming to the Beau Rivage in June

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BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Shrek is one of the biggest animated film characters of all time! ‘Shrek the Musical’ opens on stage at Beau Rivage on June 11. All your favorite characters and all the familiar songs will be featured in what the Beau is calling a ‘big, green summer experience!” Producer and Director Jeb Rand is here with a preview…

Gulf Coast Veterans Affair System Receives Five Star Rating
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Gulf Coast Veterans Affair System receives five-star rating

Everett Ganier Jr.,

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System is once again earning national recognition for quality care. The Biloxi-based Veteran Affair System received a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in its 2026 overall hospital quality star ratings report, finishing with another top score in back-to-back years. The national ratings measure hospitals across the country…

Caesars Entertainment To Be Acquired By Fertitta In $17b Deal
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Caesars Entertainment to be acquired by Fertitta in $17B deal

WXXV Staff,

Caesars Entertainment has reached a deal with Fertitta Entertainment to be acquired. Fertitta is Texas billionaire Tilman Fertitta’s company. It owns Saltgrass Steakhouse, Golden Nugget Casinos, and the Houston Rockets. The deal could have local implications for the Mississippi Gulf Coast where Caesars operates the Harrah’s Gulf Coast Casino in Biloxi. Under the agreement, Caesars shareholders would receive 31 dollars…

Community Invited To Attend Celebration Of Life For Karen Sock
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Community invited to attend Celebration of Life for Karen Sock

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BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- South Mississippians will gather Sunday to remember and celebrate the life of a Coast civic leader. The Celebration of Life for Karen Sock will take place Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Biloxi Visitor Center. You may recall Sock died in April after a courageous battle with cancer. Organizers of this celebration ask that you…

Baby Bald Eagle Returns Home In Pascagoula After Extensive Rehabilitation
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Baby bald eagle returns home in Pascagoula after extensive rehabilitation

Megan Fayard,

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — A baby bald eagle is returning home in Pascagoula after extensive rehabilitation. It’s a big day for Woodside Wildlife Rescue. A bald eaglet is finally reuniting with its family and home two months after falling from an 80-foot nesting platform on Singing River Island. Back in March, WXXV’s Megan Fayard joined Woodside Wildlife Rescue to watch…

May’s Huntington Learning Center Teacher Of The Month: Central Elementary’s Callie Mason
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May’s Huntington Learning Center Teacher of the Month: Central Elementary’s Callie Mason

Asia Ellis,

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)-Every month WXXV and Huntington Learning Center team up to honor one special local educator. WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis takes us to Central Elementary School in Pascagoula for this month’s big teacher reveal. The award goes to Callie Mason, the pre-k teacher for developmentally delayed students at Central Elementary School. Ms. Mason earned her master’s degree in…