Bay High Basketball Court dedicated to Tiger Legend Mike Necaise!

During Bay High Basketball’s Christmas tournament, a ceremony was held to proudly dedicate the court to the athlete, leader and public servant that is Mike Necaise! His dedication to Hancock County started in high school, where he took home every single accolade an athlete could achieve as a tiger basketball player. After his MVP, All-State, All-Conference and so much more…

Christmas tree recycling open in Harrison County

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County and Mississippi Power are teaming up to give residents a way to safely recycle their Christmas trees. Kaila Moran Griffith joins us with the details. Five drop off locations are available across Harrison County, making participation easy for residents. Those locations are: Plant Watson, 10406 Lorraine Road, Gulfport Rodenburg Ave. and Hwy. 90, Biloxi…

Long Beach Carnival Association hosting two Mardi Gras events

LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Carnival season is coming up fast. The Long Beach Carnival Association is hosting two events to kick off Mardi Gras. Joey King and Catherine Collins join us to talk about Jeep-A-Gras and the King Cake Walk. Jeep-A-Gras runs January 9 and 10. Click here for a full schedule for the event. The King Cake Crawl 5K…

Humane Society of South Mississippi shares tips on keeping pets safe during fireworks

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- While fireworks signal celebration for many, the loud blasts can be a source of anxiety for our pets. Humane Society of South Mississippi workers say fireworks can overwhelm dogs, triggering fear that often causes them to run from home. After New Year’s Eve, shelters report a spike in intake as dogs break loose during the celebrations. To…

Safe driving tips for the New Year’s holiday

As many of you prepare to ring in the new year, now is a good time to remember the principles of sober and safe driving. Many of our local Coast law enforcement agencies will have heightened presence on the road New Year’s Eve with the possibility of public safety checkpoints in some areas. Mississippi Highway Patrol’s New Year holiday enforcement…

12/30 – Gradual Warm Up Coming After Tonight

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast

A chilly start on New Year’s Eve gives way to a milder, more spring-like stretch as we head into 2026. Widespread frost develops late tonight with lows near 30 and clear skies allowing temperatures to drop quickly. Sunshine dominates Wednesday, but still feels cool with highs in the upper 50s. By Wednesday night, temperatures begin a steady climb, setting the…

State Rep. Jeffrey Hulum III announces run for Congress

State Representative Jeffrey Hulum III from Gulfport is off and running. Hulum launched his campaign for Congress in the fourth congressional district. He is one of three Democrats challenging incumbent Republican Mike Ezell. The primary is March 10 and Hulum hopes to advance to the November general election. He is here in studio to talk about his campaign. Categories: Featured,…

Fireworks permitted in City of Biloxi on New Year’s Eve

A firework reminder for Biloxi residents now, fireworks are allowed within the City of December 31 after 6 p.m. through 1 p.m. on January 1. The Biloxi Fire Department is reminding everyone to put safety first when celebrating with fireworks. Fireworks should only be used outdoors, kept away from children unless supervised by adults, and never ignite near buildings or…

Community comes out to Gulf Coast Kwanzaa Celebration

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Kwanzaa Coalition’s annual Kwanzaa Celebration was held Monday night over at the Good Deeds Community Center. Kwanzaa is an annual week-long cultural celebration that honors African American and Pan-African heritage community and values. Kwanzaa runs from December 26 until January 1. Categories: Local News Tags: gulf coast kwanzaa coalition, Kwanzaa

Mississippi awarded nearly $206 million for rural healthcare

JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services awarded Mississippi nearly $206 million to strengthen healthcare in rural communities throughout the state. This comes after the state submitted its plan last month for the Rural Health Transformation program. According to the governor, the plan was focused on improving healthcare and patient outcomes, strengthening the rural health workforce and…

Ocean Springs PD looking for suspect wanted for malicious mischief

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Ocean Springs police are asking for help identifying a suspect from Christmas Eve. According to investigators, the person pictured in the video above is wanted for malicious mischief. The incident happened in the 3700 block of Beachview Drive. Surveillance footage shows the suspect attempting to break into a vending machine. This happened around 5 a.m. and…

Fire breaks out at closed elementary school in Moss Point

MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- A fire broke out inside the old East Park Elementary School in Moss Point Monday. Jackson County Fire Protection units were sent out to provide aerial support for the Moss Point Fire Department around noon. According to Jackson County Fire Protection, crews were responding to a rekindle at the elementary school on McCall Street. Moss Point…

Pass Christian rallies for 80-73 overtime win against Jim Hill in Gulfport Holiday Classic

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Pass Christian fell behind at halftime of its Gulfport Holiday Classic contest against Jim Hill, but the Pirates rallied back on the hardwood to force overtime and ultimately won 80-73 . WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has highlights from the game. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Gulfport Holiday Classic, Pass Christian basketball, South Mississippi…

St. Martin’s Trey Adams Earns Scholarship as Ole Miss Men’s Basketball Manager

OXFORD, Miss. (WXXV) — One St. Martin boys basketball graduate is proving that hard work does pay off. Trey Adams has been a walk-on team manager for Ole Miss Men’s Basketball since this summer. On Sunday, he got one exciting surprise. Head coach Chris Beard and staff members presented Adams with a full scholarship for the second semester as a…

Saints Report: New Orleans Improves Win Streak to Four with 34-26 Win over Tennessee Titans

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WXXV) — The New Orleans Saints upped their current win streak to four games with a 34-26 win over the Tennessee Titans on Wednesday. The Titans started strong on their home turf, taking a 13-0 lead by the second quarter and heading into the locker room at halftime with a 20-10 advantage. However, it’s hard to count out…

12/29 – A Couple Cold Nights to End 2025

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast

Cold air settles in tonight under mostly clear skies, with lows dipping to the upper 20s and low 30s, and a brisk north breeze making it feel extra chilly as we head into Tuesday morning. Sunshine sticks around throughout the day, but temperatures remain considerably cooler, with highs in the low 50s, followed by another cold night and widespread frost…

Elijah’s Closet collecting Mardi Gras throws

Mardi Gras season is fast approaching and Elijah’s Closet is hosting their annual fundraiser. Emily Bowie joins us to explain what kind of throws are needed and where they can be dropped off. For more information, visit their Facebook page here. Categories: Local News Tags: Elijah’s Closet