GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Thanks to Make-A-Wish Mississippi, an 11-year-old girl from Canada is getting her wish granted at the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies right here in Gulfport. Joya Santarossa came all the way to the Mississippi Gulf Coast from Canada to make her wishes come true, and this week, she finally got to see a dolphin. Joya has…
Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is searching for a missing three-year-old who is thought to be in danger. Janae McGill has been reported missing, last seen on September 22. She is described as having black ponytails and brown eyes. Her last location was in Hinds County. Janae might be with her mother Shardee; they were last seen driving a black Chevrolet…
In one of the biggest coast show downs of the year, the Ocean Springs Greyhounds demonstrated consistency and grit and their offense truly couldn’t be stopped in their 56-42 win over a competitive Picayune Maroon Tide team. “All week at practice we did great. The effort was there from every single position group and really everything was there. We practiced…
Our WXXV Play of the Day goes to the George County softball team! This past Friday, the Lady Rebels were honored during halftime for their class 6A State Championship earlier this year and they finally received their long awaited rings! The Lady Rebels finished the year undefeated in district play with an overall record of 34 and 3… still just…
There is an opportunity this weekend for you to explore the exciting world of gems and minerals on the Mississippi Coast. Here to tell us more about the Magnolia State Gem Show is Barbi Beatty. The show takes place Friday and Saturday at the Ocean Springs Civic Center. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Magnolia State Gem…
Skies remain cloudy tonight with a 50% chance of showers and storms after midnight and lows in the mid 70s. Thursday will be a bit more unsettled, with showers and thunderstorms likely throughout the day and highs in the low to mid 80s. Rain chances fade Thursday night, leaving us with lows near 69. Friday looks sunnier, with just a…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Progress on a new grocery store is being made in Ocean Springs. The new Aldi location is in the former Winn-Dixie near the heart of Ocean Springs. The Aldi signage has gone up and is one step closer to opening day. Categories: Local News, News Tags: ALDI, Ocean Springs
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Canopy Children’s Solution’s Child Advocacy Center is joining forces with the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services to address how the public can better approach child abuse prevention and healing. Community leaders and service providers gathered in Gulfport Wednesday to discuss how collaboration can make a difference. At the Knight Nonprofit Center, multiple speakers highlighted vital roles…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence announces the opening of the Waypoint Forensic Clinic. The clinic is a groundbreaking new facility offering trauma-informed, no-cost medical forensic services for survivors of sexual assault, and domestic violence. The clinic opens October 1 and will provide critical services including medical forensic exams, evidence collection, and survivor-centered care all at no…
Coming up in October is a chance to find the perfect pink dress ahead of a big annual event for a great cause. Here to tell us about Carter’s Champions Pink Pop Up event in Gulfport are Margaret Jackson and Gina Prater. The pop-up event takes place October 2 at Chandeleur Island Brewing Company from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m….
Creighton Hobbs and Brunese Goodyear join us to discuss the upcoming movie ‘Stolen in Silence.’ Categories: Local News Tags: Creighton Hobbs, Stolen in Silence
Robin Killeen and Patrice Torricelli join us ahead of a luncheon being hosted by Women of Wisdom. The luncheon takes place October 8 at the Knight Nonprofit Center from 11:45 to 1 p.m. Categories: Local News Tags: women of wisdom, WOW
BILOXI, Miss. — A group from Florida and Iowa is spending the next few weeks volunteering in the Biloxi community with Back Bay Mission. For 20 years, their mission has been strengthening neighborhoods, seeking justice, and transforming lives. And over the next two weeks, they will be helping those in need by building ramps and porches for homes in the…
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Katie King with the Humane Society of South Mississippi joined us this morning with Moon, an adorable 11 year old lab mix. Moon is available for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi in Gulfport on Hwy 49. Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: Adopt, HSSM, Humane Society, Katie King, lab, Moon, pet, pet of the week
Today started relatively clear, but it’s getting cloudy as a cold front approaches from the northwest. That means we’ll start with mostly sunny skies, but see the cloud cover steadily increase through the afternoon and into the evening. Eventually that will lead to the potential for spotty shower activity as we head into the heat of the day and hit…
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The two people killed in the fatal Amtrak crash in Pass Christian have been identified. The accident happened on Tuesday evening at the Davis Avenue crossing. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer identified the driver as Douglas Craddock of Long Beach. Craddock was taken to Ochsner Hancock where he was pronounced dead around 8 p.m. The passenger,…
A fun new game show hosted by Ken Jeong and Erin Andrews premieres tonight at 8pm on FOX 25 called “99 to Beat” and Spencer and Chloe couldn’t resist trying out one of the physical challenges. Who will take the “W” this time?! Here’s a First Look at FOX’s new Wednesday night family entertainment, “99 to Beat.” Categories: Entertainment Tags:…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — Congratulations are in order for three members of the Biloxi Shuckers organization, as they have earned Southern League honors. Joe Ayrault has been named the Southern League Manager of the Year, becoming the first Shucker to receive this award since 2018. Ayrault returned to his position following a battle with cancer in 2024, and he helped…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Our Lady Academy and Harrison Central are two of the very best volleyball teams in South Mississippi — and in the entire Magnolia State — but the Lady Crescents swept the Red Rebelettes 3-0 on Tuesday night. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has highlights from the match. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: harrison central…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV) — The Hancock Lady Hawks have had an impressive season on the volleyball court, and they continued their undefeated streak in Region 6A District 4 play with a 3-0 win over Gautier. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has highlights from the match. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: gautier high school, Gautier volleyball, Hancock High School,…
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Work on an expansion project at Trent Lott International Airport will get underway this week. The groundbreaking ceremony is Wednesday. The latest project will expand the airport runway’s north apron and add more taxiway connections. Airport leaders say this work will help increase capacity at the airport for more commercial and industrial development. Categories: Featured, Local…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Department of Marine Resources has moved its licensing office to Biloxi. The new location is at 1716 A.J. Holloway Drive. This means that starting Wednesday, the Pass Christian check station will no longer issue license sales. The new Biloxi office will be open Monday through Friday each week from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Categories: Local…
Mostly clear skies tonight with a low near 74 and calm winds. Wednesday starts off sunny and warm, climbing to about 89 degrees, but late in the afternoon a few scattered showers and thunderstorms may develop as a cold front approaches the area. Rain chances increase Wednesday night, with a better chance of storms developing after midnight. Thursday will be…