MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Moss Point police are investigating a shooting that happened Thursday morning. Authorities in Moss Point were on scene of a shooting that took place New Year’s Day on River Pine Drive. Police confirm they received a call about gunshots at around 8 a.m. and 47-year-old Joseph Whitt was reportedly the victim. He was at his residence…
Today was a beautiful start to 2026! As we head into Friday morning, mostly cloudy conditions will continue, with overnight lows near 51. Friday afternoon warms to around 68, with south winds between 10 to 15 mph. The next chance for rain arrives Friday night and may linger into parts of Saturday. Categories: Weather Headlines
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier will see intermittent road closures starting Friday. The closures are part of the Martin Bluff Road Widening Project. Closures are expected to start at 8:30 each day and run through 2:30 in the afternoon. Work is expected to finish by January 9. Drivers are told to expect delays; Frontage Road may be used…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Ingalls Shipbuilding has delivered Arleigh Burke Class guided missile destroyer Ted Stevens to the U.S. Navy. It’s the second Flight 3 Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer the shipbuilders have delivered. The future USS Ted Stevens represents the next generation of surface combatants for the U.S. Navy. Currently, four more flight 3 destroyers are under fabrication and seven more…
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A cold front passed through to start things off this week, leading to a few frigid days before we started a warming trend yesterday. That lead to a still cold, but noticeably warmer morning earlier, but the warming only gets more pronounced over the next few days. That’ll take us into the week with lows climbing into the 60s with…
Keesler Air Force Base is hosting a health expo next Friday. For the first time, this expo is open to dependents as well. Captain Carly Rose joins in studio for what can be expected for those that head out. The wellness expo takes place January 9 at the Don Wylie Auditorium beginning at 9 a.m. Categories: Local News
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Jackson County’s tree recycling program is underway. You can drop live trees off at five locations in Jackson County: County rubbish site on Seaman Road in Vancleave County recreation department on Ball Park Road in Vancleave West Roads Department on Highway 609 and Washington Avenue East Roads Department on Highway 63 in Moss Point Jackson County Fairgrounds…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The 42nd Annual Gulfport Holiday Classic ended in a big way for the home team, as the Admirals took down St. Stanislaus 56-48 to win their first classic title since 2013. Gulfport’s Morris Robertson, Jr. was named the tournament MVP. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has highlights from the game and reactions from Robertson and Gulfport…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi’s Coliseum Pier recently received some renovations. The pier is located across the Coast Coliseum on Beach Boulevard. This is the longest Coastal pier in Harrison County and it now has some new features. Categories: Local News Tags: biloxi, Coliseum Pier
Fireworks can be overwhelming for some veterans. Fireworks light up the sky to celebrate a new year. For some veterans, the loud booms and sudden flashes can bring stress and anxiety. Veterans who have experienced combat or high stress environments say loud noises, crowd spaces, and unpredictability can make holidays like New Years challenging. Many veterans prepare ahead of time,…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Families gathered at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center Wednesday for a special countdown, not to midnight, but to noon. This was the 15th annual celebration event which has grown over the years. The celebration is designed for kids who may not stay up until midnight, but still want to experience all the excitement of the new year. A DJ…
Every other Wednesday on FOX we feature a pet for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us as always, we’ve got Katie King to tell us about this week’s News 25 Pet of the Week, Benji! Categories: Local News, Pet of the Week Tags: pet of the week
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County Fire Protection crews continue to monitor the areas of a series of marsh fires in the Escatawpa area. That’s happening in the Haulover Bayou area specifically. There are no homes or other structures that have been threatened by these fires and crews are letting them burn out on their own. You may see some…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Excitement is building ahead of tonight’s New Year’s Eve ball drop as Downtown Ocean Springs prepares to ring in the new year. The celebration kicks off at 8 p.m. and to accommodate the crowds, several downtown streets will close and parking will be restricted throughout the rest of the day. Officials say road closures are now…
This morning was the coldest we’ll see this week after our earlier cold front with lows falling into the upper 20s on the coastline. Thankfully the wind had backed off some, making it at least “feel” a little warmer, but it was still frosty and cold. As we head into the afternoon we’ll start a warming trend that’ll have our…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — With the start of another calendar year comes the implementation of new laws across the Magnolia State. One of the biggest changes coming on January 1st, 2026, has to do with income taxes. Mississippi will reduce its individual income tax from 4.4% to 4% on New Year’s Day. It’s the beginning stages of House Bill 1,…
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As we close out 2025 with you, our viewers, we’re taking a look back at the stories that shaped our year here in South Mississippi and elsewhere in our region. WXXV News 25’s Megan Fayard breaks down the top ten stories of 2025. 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina Razors found in bread at Biloxi Walmarts South Mississippi sees record snowfall…
The New Year is fast approaching and cities will be celebrating all along the Gulf Coast. The City of Long Beach will be ringing in 2026 with a ball drop. There will be live music and a block party happening on Jeff Davis Avenue. Music starts at 9 p.m. while the ball drop is at midnight. Bay St. Louis will…
Bay High Boys Basketball hosted St. Patrick for their final test of the Christmas Classic Tournament. The Tigers won this one with east, defeated the Fighting Irish 53-25. Watch full highlights from this coast battle above! Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Bay High Basketball, St. Patrick Basketball
The Bay High Tigers hosted the d’Iberville Warriros for the final girls game of their Christmas tournament. The Tigers defeated the Warriors with a final score of 45-28, but d’Iberville ended game with exciting buzzer beater shot! Watch quick highlights from game above. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Bay High Girls Basketball, D’iberville girls basketball
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…
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…