Ocean Springs Fire Department training on new drone

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Training has gone airborne for the Ocean Springs Fire Department. Firefighters spent part of the day learning how to use a new drone that could help keep both crews and the public safe during emergencies. Ocean Springs Fire Department spent time training with a new drone. Fire officials say the drone provides fast eyes in areas…

Seniors celebrate at the 2026 Mardi Gras Mambo

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The 2026 Senior Mardi Gras Mambo brought older adults together at the Lyman Community Center for a morning full of festivities. The event featured live music, dancing, vendors, door prizes, and plenty of food for seniors to enjoy. The morning started early with seniors arriving ready to dance, eat, and enjoy the celebration. As the senior population…

Gulfport delivers supplies to those in need

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport shared their crews had delivered items to Coldwater. The donations started over the weekend, residents and businesses stepping up to give to those in need. Mayor Hugh Keating, Ravin Nettles, and the Gulfport Fire Department transported a trailer full of essential items. MDOT and the National Guard provided support to ensure safe delivery….

Officials cut the ribbon on new Fred Urie Pier in Gulfport

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport city leaders cut the ribbon on a rebuilt pier on the city’s waterfront. The Fred Urie Pier was heavily damaged by Hurricane Zeta in 2020, which led to the demolition of the previous pier. The city worked with FEMA on funding to build a new pier designed to withstand higher categories of hurricanes and wind surges….

First used book store in Hancock County opens in Bay St. Louis

BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV) — A used book store is now open in Hancock County, offering community members a large selection of books at discounted prices. “It’s kinda like opening presents on Christmas day, because you never know what you’re going to find in a used book store,” said John Brdecka, Executive Director of Hancock County Library System. Second…

Biloxi football duo signs to next level

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — A dominant gridiron duo from Biloxi High School signed to continue their athletic and academic careers at the next level as part of National Signing Day on Wednesday. Standout linebacker Jaquan Thompson signed to play at Jones College, where he hopes to follow in the footsteps of college and NFL stars who have started their careers…

Seven Pass Christian athletes sign to next level

PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV) — Pass Christian had quite the National Signing Day celebration on Wednesday afternoon, with seven athletes committing to the next level across four sports. Several student-athletes spoke to WXXV not just about their futures, but about what their high school coaches and teammates mean to them. “I wouldn’t be anything without the coaches and the archery…

Ocean Springs signs 19 athletes across seven different sports

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — Ocean Springs hosted a massive event for National Signing Day to honor its student-athletes who will be moving to the collegiate level in men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s soccer, women’s basketball, softball, baseball and volleyball. “Man it feels great, cause, you know, it’s something that we always look up to since we were…

Harlem Wizards playing in Ocean Springs

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The Harlem Wizards are taking over the Ocean Springs High School gym on Valentine’s Day. LaMarques Ogans is in studio with the details. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News

Krewe of Nereids parade set to roll Sunday

The Krewe of Nereids is hosting their parade this Sunday. Ahead of that, Queen Doris the 58th and the captain of Nereids joins us with the details. The parade takes place Sunday, February 8 in Hancock County at noon.  For more information, click here. Categories: Local News

2/4 – Cold start on Thursday then a quick warm up

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast

Cold air moves in tonight under partly cloudy skies, then sunshine takes over Thursday as temperatures slowly rebound. After a chilly stretch with a brief chance for patchy frost late Thursday night, highs climb into the mid to upper 60s by Friday and hold there through the weekend under mostly clear skies. Looking ahead to early next week, temperatures continue…

Gulfport Police Deputy Chief Heather Dailey retires

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Gulfport police’s deputy chief is retiring from the force after nearly three decades in law enforcement. Heather Daily has been with GPD since 1998, serving in a wide variety of roles, including undercover narcotics officer, criminal investigations division officer, as well as her most recent role as deputy chief, the first female deputy chief in the department’s history….

New rules ahead of Long Beach parade

The City of Long Beach is putting out safety tips ahead of this week’s parade. The city says due to concerns by CSX last year about cars and paradegoers being close to the tracks, extra precaution is being taken. Added is fencing and no trespassing signage along the tracks. Residents and visitors are also asked to stay clear of the…

Voter registration deadline approaching

The voter registration deadline to be eligible to vote in the March 10 primaries for the Senate race and House races here in Mississippi is fast approaching. If you are not currently a registered voter, you have until next Monday, February 9 to register either in person or postmark your mail-in registration. You can download voter registration documents and learn…

Senate candidate hosts Coast listening tour

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- One of the Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate in Mississippi kicked off his listening tour in Biloxi Wednesday morning. Scott Colom is one of three candidates on the Democratic primary ballot for the seat currently held by Mississippi’s junior senator Cindy Hyde Smith. Colom connected with voters at the Hancock Whitney Bank branch in Downtown Biloxi for…

D’Iberville Police deliver donations to residents impacted by winter storm

COLDWATER, Miss. (WXXV)- Members of the D’Iberville Police Department made the trip up to Coldwater, Mississippi on Monday. They were dropping off donations collected during the city’s donation drive over the weekend. Department leaders say the donations from D’Iberville residents will make a big difference and are a big help to the citizens of Coldwater. Categories: Local News

Governor Reeves requests major disaster declaration

As recovery efforts continue in North Mississippi, following last week’s winter storm, Governor Tate Reeves is seeking more help from the federal government in the state’s recovery response. The major disaster declaration signed by the governor on Tuesday is specific to counties reporting damage. It includes a request for public assistance to assist local governments, including for debris removal and…

Moss Point City Council discusses blight in community

MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Moss Point City Council held a meeting Tuesday to address blight in the community. Multiple residents came out to city hall for the meeting. Properties with structures that are dilapidated or in bad in shape, like burnt homes, were up for discussion as the board determined which ones they would declare a menace to public health,…

2/4- Comfortable Afternoon; Very Cold Night Ahead

Mostly cloudy skies this Wednesday morning, but gradually clearing. We are warming quickly today with highs near 60, but temperatures will start to cool by the early evening. Another very cold night has made its return! Tonight turns partly cloudy with potentially freezing temperatures in the low 30s. NNW winds at 11 mph with gusts up to 23 mph will…

Jackson County Animal Shelter taking care of animals rescued from dogfighting operation

JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Nearly 70 animals that were rescued from an alleged dogfighting operation are now being cared for by the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Shelter officials say they received 67 dogs, two goats, and a rooster from the property late last week, which has put even more strain on the already crowded shelter. They had to euthanize 15…

Biloxi Girls Basketball defeats Harrison Central by a long shot with a 52-19 final!

The 24-1 Biloxi Girls Basketball team hosted the 22-3 Harrison Central Red Rebels for a Regional test between the top two seeds. The Lady Indians started dominant with 17-2 lead after the first period and a 30-7 score at halftime. They would continue to dominate in the second half, remaining undefeated in district play with a final score of 52-19….