Sean Payton stepping away from Saints after 16 years

Saints Head Coach Sean Payton confirmed the rumors this afternoon at a press conference announcing he is stepping away after 16 years with the franchise. The announcement comes just 24 hours after Saints owner Gayle Benson said she didn’t know what Payton’s plans were for the 2022 season. In his 15 seasons, Payton became the winningest head coach in Saints…

Four Harrison Central students accepted into prestigious universities

  Getting into a prestigious university can be a challenge, but four students at Harrison Central High School have turned their dream into a reality. Justin Walgren said, “I’m going to the University of Chicago.” Trixie Adlaon said, “I’m going to Dartmouth College in New Hampshire.” Anthony Sherrell said, “I’m going to Grinnell College in Iowa.” Tarik Price said “I’m…

Biloxi PD need help identifying two men wanted for scamming

The Biloxi Police Department is hoping the public can identity two men wanted for scamming one victim out of $10,000. Both of the suspects were seen in or around a silver Toyota Camry. Biloxi police say a victim told them that one of the suspects had a foreign accent and was seen taking a large amount of cash out of…

Covenant Laboratories in Bay St. Louis offers overnight COVID test results

With the omicron variant spreading rapidly, many people are scrambling to get tested and quickly. Although the rapid tests are quick, they are not as accurate when it comes to detecting the virus. To help do their part in fighting the spread of COVID-19, Covenant Laboratories in Bay St. Louis is using their state-of-the-art equipment to produce PCR tests overnight….

Kroc Center installs chair lift to swimming pool

The Kroc Center in Biloxi recently installed a chair lift for their pool to give people with disabilities easier access to swimming. A member of the Kroc Center with disabilities was the one who suggested the lift. Thanks to funding from the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services, they were able to get one. Team Adaptive of Biloxi then installed it…

State of the State Address: Gov. Reeves reflects on past two years

In today’s State of the State Address, Governor Tate Reeves discussed the highlights of the past two years and gave his vision for the year ahead. Reeves applauded what he called Mississippi’s “crowning achievement” over the course of the pandemic and recession: state educators. He noted that in 2019, Mississippi was the only state in the nation to improve its…

Morning Business Report: January 25th, 2022

Americans say they are working to put more money away for retirement and hospitals and restaurants are asking congress for money to help them get through COVID. Jane King is in New York with those stories and more. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

Local reaction to Ukraine: How tensions can potentially affect the Coast

With the tensions rising between Ukraine and Russia, we wanted to ask local experts about any potential impact it could have here in South Mississippi. Associate Professor of Political Science at Southern Miss Dr. Joe Weinberg tells News 25 he believes Russia is taking advantage of the United States’ in-fighting in recent years. He believes it will be difficult for…

Cold weather shelters opening across the Coast

Cold weather shelters across South Mississippi are preparing to open their doors again this week. In Hancock County, the shelter at the EOC on Highway 603 in the Kiln will open tonight and tomorrow night from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. each day. Anyone needing a ride to that shelter can call Hancock County Dispatch at 228-255-9191 for assistance. A…

Apartment fire in Gulfport sends five people to the hospital

Gulfport firefighters were called to a fire that sent five people to the hospital Monday night. Gulfport Fire Chief Billy Kelley sent these pictures, showing the massive blaze. He says the call came in around 7:20 last night. When firefighters arrived, flames were shooting out of the first and second floor of the apartment complex which is Coast Village Apartments…

AP source: coach Sean Payton resigns from New Orleans Saints

By BRETT MARTEL NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton, whose 15-year tenure with the club included its only Super Bowl championship and also a one-season suspension stemming from the NFL’s bounty investigation, intends to retire from coaching. The New Orleans Saints announced on their website they will hold a 3 p.m. press conference in the indoor facility…

1/25 – Rob’s “Wet Start” Tuesday Morning Forecast

An area of low-pressure to the south along with a cold front north will continue to bring rain to the area. May not see a lot of movement of temperatures during the morning hours, but as conditions dry out, could see some afternoon warming. As the area of low-pressure south exits to the east, that will allow the arctic boundary…

Long Beach High’s Brooklyn Biancamano named MS Gatorade Player of the Year

Today, Long Beach High School runner Brooklyn Biancamano was announced as the 2021-2022 Gatorade Mississippi Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year. Biancamano is a three-time returning Gatorade runner of the year for cross country and a two-time track and field winner. This past cross-country season, Biancamano won the individual state title with an 18 minute 3.6 second 5K time,…

Fatal shooting in Gulfport leaves two dead

Two people are dead following a deadly shooting in Gulfport today. An investigation is underway into a deadly shooting in Gulfport. Gulfport police responded to the scene near Rippy Road and Jeff Road after receiving calls about a shooting. Gulfport Police Chief Chris Ryle said, “Upon officer’s arrival they found an individual deceased from gunshot wounds. The officers obtained a…

Gulfport High’s Theatre Department rehearsing for ‘Grease’

Gulfport High’s Theatre Department is in its final weeks of rehearsal for the upcoming production of the classic musical ‘Grease.’ ‘Grease’ was a musical play turned movie, set in the 1950s, that follows the life of middle class teenagers as they navigate the complexities of peer pressure, core values, and love. The theatre department at Gulfport will have multiple chances…

Kroc Center creates children-ran candy cart for guests

The Kroc Center in Biloxi started a pretty sweet candy cart business with a couple of children in its after-school program. Kroc Center Director Danielle Emery says she got the idea for the cart when she was helping two students in her after-school program with math homework. She thought the idea of the cart would help teach them math skills…

Free Big League Youth Baseball Fundamentals Camp February 5th

On Saturday, February 5th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gulfport Sportsplex Turf Fields, Gulfport Leisure Services will host a free Big League Youth Baseball Fundamentals Baseball Camp instructed by Major League stars Fred Lewis, Matthew Lawton, and Jonathan Holder. This camp is for ages five through 12 and those attending will need to bring their own bat…