Gulfport running back Cooper Crosby named MaxPreps All-American!

Gulfport running back Cooper Crosby continues to make headlines, this time at the national level! Earlier on Tuesday, the Mississippi State signee was named to the MaxPreps All-American team. The backfield work-horse was the only football player from the state of Mississippi to earn the honor, which noted his 41 touchdowns, close to 25-hundred total yards, and of course leading…

Pascagoula’s Blake Nettles signs with Jackson State University’s Basketball program!

Before the new year began, one of the top basketball players in the state made one college basketball program quite lucky. Pascagoula 6′ 7″ senior point guard Blake Nettles has officially signed with Jackson State University. The elite ball handler and floor general has been a major part of the Panthers’ success the past four years, averaging 19.5 points per…

City of Diamondhead hosting blood drive

DIAMONDHEAD, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Diamondhead will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday. That takes place at the city hall activity room from noon to 6 p.m. Those who do come out will receive a choice of a shirt, blood assurance, or being able to send a child with cancer to camp. You can speed up the donations…

1/6 – Foggy and Warm Pattern Continues

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast

Expect patchy to dense fog to develop in the overnight and early morning hours through Thursday, with mostly cloudy to partly sunny skies and unseasonably mild temperatures in the afternoons. Highs climb into the low to mid 70s, with a few inland spots near 80, until our next cold front comes through. The rain chance increases late Thursday night, leading…

Wrapping up the 2025 Harbor Lights Winter Festival

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harbor Lights Winter Festival wrapped up another bright season along the Coast, drawing big crowds and delivering an economic boost to South Mississippi. Over several weeks, the festival transformed the waterfront into a holiday destination at Jones Park. The event attracted families, tourists, and local residents. Organizers say attendance remained strong with local businesses reporting an…

2026 Legislative Session: Lawmakers discuss school choice issue

JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- The 2026 Legislative Session is now underway as both Houses of the Mississippi Legislature gaveled in at noon. Lots of major topics will be on the agenda this session, including the issues of school choice, rural health care, workforce development issues, and online sports betting. WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliot is at the capitol talking to Coast…

Friends of the Court volunteer training

We are joined by Cathy Pickering and Maggie Rafferty with Friends of the Court to tell us more about the volunteer training event happening later this month. The volunteer training takes place January 13, 14, and 15 at the Harrison County Advocacy Center on Maple Drive. The training takes place from 5:30 to 9:30 and you must attend all three…

MHP releases New Year enforcement numbers

Mississippi Highway Patrol released the numbers for the New Year travel enforcement period. State troopers did not respond to any deadly accidents on New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day. Across the state, there were 95 wrecks, a little more than 3,200 citations issued, and 34 DUI arrests made over the enforcement period. Categories: Local News

1/6- A Foggy Tuesday Morning Clearing Up

Partly sunny skies are expected today with afternoon highs near the mid-70s. Southwest winds ranging from 5 to 10 mph. Tonight, clouds will gradually increase, and patchy fog may develop after 10 p.m. Overnight lows will dip to around 61, with light south winds becoming calm after midnight. On Wednesday, patchy fog may linger into the morning hours before clearing…

Revolutionary War exhibit now open at the Gulfport Museum of History

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A traveling Revolutionary War exhibition is now open at the Gulfport Museum of History. A local chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution partnered with the Historical Society of Gulfport to bring the American Revolution Experience to the museum. The exhibition features display panels and interactive digital kiosks, allowing visitors to experience…

1/5 – Humidity Rising Ahead of our Next Rain Chance

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast

Fog will continue to be an issue late at night and during the early morning hours through Thursday, with periods of dense fog which could impact travel at times. Afternoons stay well above average, with highs mainly in the low to mid 70s under partly sunny skies. Rain chances increase late Thursday night and Friday, with showers likely and a…

Keeping yourself safe during the peak of flu season

For those of you who spent the holidays gathering with family indoors or traveling and are now feeling under the weather, you’re probably not alone. It’s still peak flu season. It’s important to stay home if you feel sick, cover coughs, and sneezes with your elbow or a tissue and wash your hands frequently. Health officials at Singing River in…

Coast mayors talk 2026 legislative priorities

ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER-Coast mayors say they’re pushing for funding this year that supports growth, from tourism to storm recovery and long-term infrastructure. Kristen Kaylor with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center shows us what that could look like. Coastal cities across South Mississippi continue to see growth in population and tourism — and leaders say keeping up depends…

2026 Legislative Session begins Tuesday

JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- Tuesday is a big day in Jackson as lawmakers from every corner of the state converge at the state capitol for the start of the 2026 Legislative Session. Both houses will officially gavel in at noon Tuesday and will remain in regular session through April 5. Lots of major topics will be on the agenda this session,…

Volunteers needed for ‘Homegrown’ book festival

Library systems across South Mississippi are coming together for the annual ‘Homegrown’ event. Ahead of that, volunteers are needed. Sarah Crisley-Ruskey and Kevin Cole join us with how you can get involved. The book festival takes place January 30 and 31 at the USM Gulf Park Campus. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News Tags: Homegrown

Celebrating Country Legend Dolly Parton in Bay St. Louis

BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mockingbird Café is hosting their ninth annual ‘Dolly Should’ Festival this weekend. Alicein and Kerry join us now for the details. Dolly Should Festival takes place January 10 at the Mockingbird Café in Bay St. Louis. Categories: Local News Tags: Dolly Should