The Biden Administration is considering an unprecedented step to help stem the flow of migrants entering the U.S. from the Southern border. Under the proposed policy, many non-Mexican migrants would be deported. Right now, the Biden Administration is still leaning on the Trump-era COVID policy, known as Title 42, which allows authorities to turn away certain migrants at the border….
The Harrison County Advocacy Center, Mississippi Center for Legal Justice, and MSU Extension Services are teaming up to offer co-parenting classes to help parents understand the importance of putting children’s needs first. Amanda Glover Evans and Jeannie Herrin are in studio with more. The classes will be every Wednesday starting March 1st through April 5th at the Harrison County Advocacy…
Southwest executives say they still have lost luggage to get to travelers and the consumer product safety commission is warning parents their children could be at risk of death or injury while using a certain stroller. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
The Jackson County 4H Club is starting new programs geared toward the environment. Joining us to tell us more about these exciting new opportunities are Kimberly Gowdy and Shelby Hudson from the Mississippi State Extension Service. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Jackson County 4H Club
We have a full slate of Mardi Gras parades over the weekend as we move closer to Mardi Gras Day. Main Street Pascagoula is getting ready for the Krewe of Little Rascals to parade through the streets Saturday. This year, a fourth-grade king and a queen will be crowned from each Pascagoula elementary school. The Little Rascals can walk in…
The Harrison County Soil and Water Conservation District hosted its annual Arbor Day Tree Distribution at the Lyman Community Center this morning. Arbor Day is typically celebrated at the end of April, but due to our climate in Mississippi, some groups choose to observe it on the second Friday of February. For just $5, people could drive through and get…
With moisture getting lifted over the colder air near a boundary to the east, we’ll likely be seeing precipitation pretty much all day today, but expect most of it to remain offshore. That’ll change somewhat tonight as a disturbance to the west draws closer, rain will become a bit more widespread. We’re not talking heavy rain, by any means, maybe…
On water vapor satellite imagery, a plume of moisture was noted from the Pacific Ocean south of Baja California northeastward across the local area. At the surface, a stationary frontal boundary was noted from the Yucatan Peninsula to just south of the mouth of the Mississippi River to the Florida Panhandle. A secondary cold front to the NW will slowly approach the…
For the first time in a long time, March Madness is a seemingly realistic possibility for the Southern Miss men’s basketball team. The Golden Eagles are 21-4 overall, 12-0 at home, and 10-2 in the Sun Belt. One of those two losses coming on the road at Louisiana, setting the stage for tonight’s rematch in a battle for first place….
Upper low and trough continue to lift northeastward today. With deep layer flow mostly parallel to the surface frontal boundary, expect it to remain stalled near the mouth of the MS River through the short term, though it could meander a bit. Expect to see isolated to scattered showers across southeastern areas through Friday with the best chances in the…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Harrison County partnered with the Gulfport Chamber of Commerce to host the very first Career Pathways Experience. Different vendors from industry partners across the Coast along with their MGCCC partnered CTE program showed the students the different career paths the industry has to offer. Industries ranging from police departments, auto repair shops, banks, and more…
In celebration of Black History Month, each Thursday News 25’s Janae Jordan will introduce an African American making a difference in our community. This week on WXXV’S Discover Black Heritage, Janae Jordan will introduce you to a media mogul giving a voice to women of all colors across the Coast. Media Mogul Dorothy Wilson said, “Having worked in the media…
Excel by 5 in Biloxi wanted to make sure toddlers and their families had the same fun as any older child when it comes to celebrating Mardi Gras. Excel by 5 is a certified early childhood community center that offers resources to children up to five years of age as a way to prepare them for school. It is free…
After more than a decade, Cruisin’ the Coast is making its way back to the Hospitality City. The City of Waveland has been left off the list of Cruisin’ activities since 2006, but that’s no longer the case. The Hot Rods and Hospitality event will take place on Coleman Avenue near city hall. Waveland hosting an event is picture perfect…
The Gulfport Museum of History has a display that showcases some of the history of Mardi Gras. The Krewe of Venus donated 30 years’ worth of their scrapbooks to the museum, full of photographs along with memorabilia. The Krewe of Revelers also donated costumes and memorabilia. Members of the museum also put together a display of key Mardi Gras items…
Upper low and trough continue to lift northeastward today. With deep layer flow mostly parallel to the surface frontal boundary, expect it to remain stalled near the mouth of the MS River through the short term, though it could meander a bit. Expect to see isolated to scattered showers across southeastern areas through Friday with the best chances in the…
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, dating app scams are becoming a higher risk. A romance scam is when someone you’ve matched with online uses dishonest connection to get you to do what they want. This scammer’s goal is to establish a relationship with their victim before asking for money or personal information. Since the victim feels like they know…
Tomorrow night, the North Woolmarket Baptist Church will be rolling out the red carpet for those with special needs. After shutting down for two years because of COVID, the Night to Shine Prom is back in our area. The Tim Tebow Foundation sponsored event now has more than 137 registered guests ready to dance the night away. The prom will…
Every year on February 9th, pizza lovers come together for National Pizza Day. A broken oven did not stop Brooklyn Pizzeria from serving the City of Gulfport. Customers continued lining up for a taste of some signature style New York pizza. The pizzeria was serving pizza by the slice, whole pizza pies, and even sub sandwiches. After mastering his skills…
Heavy sand brought in from Picayune is being laid on top of the sand beach in Biloxi to help keep sand from blowing onto Highway 90. The heavy sand is part of a $3 million beach project that has been going on for several years. The sand is being dumped from Oak Street down to the Biloxi Small Craft Harbor….
The Pass Christian Police Department is adding a new officer to their patrol. This new officer has a tail that wags and a furry face. Meet Pass Christian PD’s new K9. He’ll be hard at work as a narcotics detection dog, as well as strengthening the department’s bond with the community. Police Chief Daren Freeman said, “This type of dog,…
The state Senate passed a bill that will allow teachers who are trained to carry weapons at school. The bill would create the Mississippi School Safety Guardian Act, which would allow for armed, trained teachers in public and private schools. The bill, if passed in the House and signed by the governor, would create a firearms training and licensure program…
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Harrison County gymnasium is currently hosting the Career Pathways Experience to give students a chance to learn more about different careers they may want to dive into in the future. News 25’s Rick Gogreve is at the event with more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Career Pathways experience, careers, education
Hancock County officials say there is no truth to a woman’s claim that her dogs were mistreated and abused by a neighbor in the Kiln. The woman’s six dogs were taken by Animal Control as well as three others owned by the neighbor after responding to a complaint January 21st about a neighbor abusing the animals. Animal Control officers testified…