BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-One of our most cherished maritime traditions is returning this weekend. The 97th annual Biloxi Blessing of the Fleet sets sail Sunday. 2025 Shrimp Queen Alley Kovacevich joins us in studio ahead of the big day. The fun begins at 11 a.m. at Harrah’s Great Lawn. The Shrimp Princess Pageant also starts at 11 a.m. The wreath drop…
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- Detroit Pistons forward and Bay St. Louis native Tolu Smith is hosting a community event and three-on-three basketball tournament soon. Tolu Smith joins us in studio with details. The event takes place June 6 at MLK Park in Bay St. Louis starting at 10 a.m. Categories: Local News Tags: basketball, Community Event, Tolu Smith
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A former Harrison County elected official that served more than two decades in county government has died. The Harrison County Board of Supervisors announced that Former Tax Collector David Larosa died Monday night. Larosa served as tax collector from 1999 to 2020 before his resignation due to health issues. Details on any funeral services have not…
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Court of Appeals has upheld the conviction of a Hancock County man found guilty of trying to force two young girls to perform sexual acts during a camping trip at Buccaneer State Park back in 2012. Judges affirmed Matthew Murphy’s 2023 convictions on two counts of attempted touching of a child for lustful purposes….
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A George County man is behind bars after a child reported sexual abuse to their parents. Dustin Merrill was taken into custody last Friday after an investigation that began on May 11, after those parents reported their child’s allegation of abuse to sheriff investigators. He’s now charged with two counts of sexual battery involving a child….
It is Wednesday once again here at WXXV which means today’s the day we get to meet this week’s Weather Kid, Bella! Bella doesn’t mind a rainy day since she seems to take it easy most of the time, meaning she can still do many of her favorite activities. As long as it isn’t storming, she’ll even jump on her…
After five months of waiting, lots of celebrating, and reliving the final drive that ended in a game tying Hail Mary followed by a game winning field goal, the Gulfport High School Football team has officially received their class 7A State Championship Rings. The Gulfport Football community joined together at the high school auditorium for a red-carpet event; the Admiral…
The 2026 Pearl River Community College Softball team is the first-ever program to bring home the NJCAA Division II World Series Championship Title. Just one day later, their Wildcat community showed up in full force to show their support. Sports Director Ansley Brent was there and brings us the story now. The World Champions are officially home! In their first…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport Police are investigating a shooting that left two people dead and another injured Tuesday afternoon at a local gas station. Officers responded at 1:33 p.m. to the Walmart Neighborhood Market gas station on Highway 49 North. Gulfport police discovered three individuals suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Two of the victims were pronounced dead at the…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- The Coastal Conservation Association partnered with the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources and the City of D’Iberville to launch the third annual Junior Jubilee Kids Fishing Rodeo. The free summer-long tournament welcomed young anglers ages three to 15 with weigh stations set up across the marina. The kickoff event in D’Iberville featured a ribbon cutting ceremony, giveaways…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Despite the rainy conditions, a large group of South Mississippians gathered Sunday to honor the fallen at Biloxi National Cemetery. The cemetery is the final resting place for over 27,000 veterans and family members. Leaders from Keeser Air Force Base spoke to those assembled and laid a ceremonial wreath to honor those laid to rest. Categories: Local…
With Memorial Day behind us and summer officially underway for many families, more people are heading out on the water along the Gulf Coast. The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is reminding boaters to put safety first before leaving the dock. As temperatures rise and boating traffic increases, officials with the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources say preparation can make…
Tonight, scattered storms remain possible through the evening before activity gradually decreases overnight. Conditions will stay warm and humid with lows in the mid-70s. Rain chances continue on Wednesday with scattered showers and thunderstorms expected mainly during the late morning and afternoon hours. Some sunshine will mix in between storms, allowing highs to climb into the mid 80s. The most…
After months of preparation, shrimpers across the Coast are heading back out on the water as the 2026 shrimp season gets underway. The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources has officially opened shrimp season in state waters, allowing both commercial and recreational shrimpers to return to the Coast. Ryan Bradley with MS Commercial Fisheries United said, “Shrimpers spend months and months…
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- A new tradition is taking over the streets of Bay St. Louis. Bay Fest is happening Saturday and offers shopping, food, and live music. Bay Fest takes place May 30 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in Old Town Bay St. Louis. Joining us with details are Mary and Bart Brooks. Categories: Local News Tags:…
Caiden’s Corner will be hosting a ‘Sib Shop’ for autism siblings this weekend. Registration is required. The ‘Sibs and Slices’ event takes place at the Pizza College in Gulfport on Saturday, May 30 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Jessica Vance joins us with details. For more information or to register, click here.
Every other Tuesday, we feature a pet up for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Joining us as always is Maridee Mallette to tell us about News 25’s Pet of the Week, Tater Tot! Categories: Local News, Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A Memorial Day ceremony was held in Gulfport to honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice serving our country. The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2539 joined the City of Gulfport to host a Memorial Day ceremony honoring our nation’s deceased military veterans. Gulfport Mayor Hugh Keating said, “Well, this is always a very…
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In our Mississippi to the Moon series, we have spent the last few weeks diving into the groundbreaking work happening at NASA’s Stennis Space Center in Hancock County. We’ve brought you to the Fred Haise Test Stand where RS-25 engines go through rigorous testing before launching Artemis program missions and the support facilities that make engine…
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Moss Point Fire Department is sharing details about a car that hit Tay’s BBQ at the Shell Station on Highway 63. The car hit the building as well as a propane tank that began leaking. A safe distance was put in place to protect nearby citizens from any hazards. The driver of the vehicle was…
Showers and thunderstorms are expected to continue again today, with flood issues starting to pop up across the area. Almost every local river is at least at “action” stage, with many at “minor” flooding and at least one reaching “major” stage. If you encounter any of these areas while out and about, remember to avoid flooded roads, do not try…
Hancock County, Miss. (WXXV)- If you travel though rural Hancock County, you’ll see the expected sights. Farms dot the landscape in the northern part of the county, but you never know what you might run into on a road trip. Dave Elliott made an interesting discovery deep in the woods that is unlike anything in the area. Categories: Local News,…
It was wet through Memorial Day weekend and it’ll be even wetter as we head deeper into Memorial Day. We’ve already seen a few showers and thunderstorms this morning, and more are on the way. They’ll continue off and on throughout the day, bringing upwards of 2″ on average across the area. That, added to what we saw over the…
Waveland, Miss (WXXV)- The annual St. Clare Seafood Festival brought the Waveland community together to celebrate Memorial Day weekend. Despite the rainy weather, families and visitors filled the church grounds to enjoy the festivities. Waveland knows how to have a good time, and the rain didn’t stop a thing as the community gathered for live music, a car show, carnival…