Mississippi Rising Coalition reacts to pending state execution

Mississippi Rising Coalition is one of several at the capital today in opposition of tomorrow night’s execution of David Cox. Cox is convicted of the 2010 kidnapping and murder of his wife and sexual assault of his 12-year-old step-daughter. Mississippi Rising Coalition President and Founder Lea Campbell tells News 25 the upcoming execution came as a shock to many because…

Morning Business Report: November 16th, 2021

General Motors is cutting one of its most popular features due to the chip shortage and how much shopping did Americans do last month? New numbers are out today. Jane King is at the Nasdaq Marketsite with those stories and more. Categories: Business Tags: morning business report

News 25 Pet of the Week: Meet Darbie!

It’s Tuesday which means it is time for the News 25 Pet of the Week. Joining us today is Maridee Mallette with the Jackson County Animal Shelter and our friend Darbie! Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week

City of Gulfport hosting Dr. James Meredith Wednesday

The City of Gulfport is hosting Civil Rights activist Dr. James Meredith tomorrow at MGCCC’s Performing Arts Center for a special presentation. In 1962, Meredith was the first African American to attend the once segregated University of Mississippi. Last month, he met with Gulfport city leaders, wanting to share his goals and values with the youth across the state. Since…

Local restaurants adapting to rising food costs

Rising costs for food and other items are forcing some local restaurants to hike up their menu item prices or find other solutions. News 25 spoke with David Macon, the owner of Puff Belly’s in D’Iberville, who has had to adapt his menu because of inventory costs. He’s had to raise the price of a few items, but for other…

MSDH reports 442 new cases of COVID-19 and 12 deaths statewide

MSDH has released their daily total of COVID-19 cases today with the state reporting 442 new cases and 12 deaths. Two deaths occurred this past Friday and Saturday. The ten other deaths occurred between September 26th and November 10th, identified from death certificate reports. Mississippi’s total number of cases is now at 509,717 cases and 10,215 deaths. Categories: Local News,…

11/16 – Rob Knight’s “Above Seasonal Temperatures” Afternoon Forecast

Surface moisture flow will gradually in advance of the next pressure system. Tonight, the area will see more in the way of DENSE FOG with potentially an ADVISORY necessary for Wednesday morning. A strong upper-level disturbance will move through the Great Lakes region on Thursday, bringing a weak cold front through our area. This will bring chances for showers Thursday,…

11/15 – Brantly’s “Clear and Cool” Monday Night Forecast

High temperatures for Tuesday continue to be on the warm side, sticking to the mid to upper 70s in most areas. Tuesday night, northern areas will see the best chances for fog development with much clearer skies compared to southern areas where marine stratus clouds may move inland during the overnight. The warming trend continues on Wednesday with some areas…

Saints Report: Saints lose consecutive games for first time in 2021

From early 2017 to late 2020, the New Orleans Saints produced a streak of 47 straight regular season games without back-to-back defeats, but now, the Saints have lost consecutive games three times in their last 24 outings. This time, those back-to-back losses both decided by just two points. First to the Atlanta Falcons in week nine and then to the…

Gautier’s Bryson Hurst decommits from Ole Miss

Four Star Gautier Offensive Lineman Bryson Hurst, also playing in the Mississippi-Alabama All-Star Game, also decommitted from Ole Miss. He says his recruitment is one hundred percent back open and he shouldn’t have too much trouble finding a new home with at least 15 division I offers at the time of his original commitment back in August. Hurst not completely…

George County’s Marquez Dortch commits to Mississippi State

Good weekend for Ole Miss on the field, not so much in recruiting, as the Rebels lose two commitments from the Coast on the same Sunday. Starting with George County’s Marquez ‘MoJo’ Dortch, who already found a new home this evening, having committed to Mississippi State where he still gets to wear the Maroon and White. A four-star recruit according…

Ocean Springs QB Bray Hubbard named 6A Mississippi Mr. Football

This afternoon, Ocean Springs quarterback Bray Hubbard was named Mississippi Mr. Football for class 6A, in conjunction with the New Orleans Saints, the MHSAA, and the MAC. A dual-threat quarterback and a dual-sport star committed to Southern Miss baseball, Hubbard is a home run selection starting with his team’s perfect 10-0 record on the back of the first OS playoff…

Mississippi Coast Coliseum awarded Restore Acts Funds

Last week, Governor Tate Reeves announced the distribution of more than $62 million in Restore Act Funds to 16 projects here on the Coast. The Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center is one of the recipients of a portion of those funds. After being selected as part of the latest round of Restore Act Fund distributions, the Mississippi Coast Coliseum…

Keesler Federal remembers Fireman Mark Hilley as First Responder of the Year

It’s been two months since the passing of firefighter Mark Hilley. However, in his memory, his family accepts the First Responder of the Year Award from Keesler Federal. At the Harrison County Fire Rescue Station 3, Keesler Federal representatives, firemen, and Mark Hilley’s wife and daughter honored him as First Responder of the Year. Words of encouragement, remembrance, and long-lasting…

11/15 – Brantly’s “Warmer” Monday Night Forecast

Surface high pressure will continue to slide to the east, turning our wind flow to the south/southeast for the next couple days. This will gradually increase moisture during this time. With this added moisture and the possibility of efficient cooling tonight, patchy fog is likely, primarily along the coast. High temperatures for Tuesday continue to be on the warm side,…

Holiday travel will reach pre-pandemic numbers

Pack your patience as holiday travel is expected to rebound this year. According to AAA, about 53.4 million people will travel for the Thanksgiving holiday, up 13% from 2020. With more people traveling this holiday season, it is important to be patient, plan ahead, and pack properly to facilitate the screening process and ease your travel experience. Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport…

Death penalty to resume in Mississippi this week

Death penalty opponents will address the planned resumption of executions in Mississippi this week. A press conference is scheduled for tomorrow on the south steps of the Mississippi capitol. A prayerful protest vigil will be tomorrow evening at Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman. David Cox, who is in prison for murdering his wife, is scheduled to be executed at Parchman…

Governor Reeves unveils 2023 state fiscal budget

Governor Tate Reeves unveiled his 2023 executive budget recommendation today. Reeves says he wants to increase skills training, invest in infrastructure, and raise teacher pay. The next state budget year begins on July 1st. Mississippi leaders will be in charge with deciding what to do with $1.8 billion coming to the state in federal funding from the American Rescue Plan….