President Trump endorses Congressman Ezell for re-election

South Mississippi’s Congressman Mike Ezell receives a major endorsement ahead of the 2026 midterm election cycle. Over the weekend, President Donald Trump endorsed Ezell’s re-election bid on social media. In his statement, President Trump called Ezell “A fantastic representative for the wonderful people of Mississippi’s fourth congressional district.” Ezell is set to face Republican primary challenge from Sawyer Walters in…

State Dept. of Employment Security hosting 2025 George County job fair

The State Department of Employment Security is hosting a job fair in George County this week. The public is invited out to the MGCCC George County Center’s Multipurpose Building. The job fair happens October 30 and runs from 9 to 1 p.m. Those coming out should be ready to dress to impress, perform on-site interviews, and bringing plenty of resumes….

Memorial Hospital and MHP teaming up for Community Trunk or Treat

Memorial Hospital and Mississippi Highway Patrol are teaming up to host a community Trunk or Treat event on Thursday. Landon Orozco with Troop K joins us in studio with details. The Community Trunk or Treat event takes place Thursday, October 30 from 5:30 to 7:30 at Memorial Hospital Gulfport. Categories: Local News Tags: Memorial Hospital, mississippi highway patrol, trunk or…

Behind Biloxi Blue gives back to law enforcement on the Coast

Gretchen Warkentien and Kylee Smith join us in studio as we learn more about one nonprofit created by Biloxi police spouses. Behind Biloxi Blue is an organization that gives back to officers on the Gulf Coast through volunteer opportunities and fundraisers. For more information, click here.  Categories: Local News Tags: Behind Biloxi Blue

Bart Edmiston named to Ray Guy Award watchlist

University of Wyoming punter Bart Edmiston, an Ocean Springs alum, has been named to the Ray Guy Award watchlist. The award is given annually to the best punter in college football. Additionally, Edmiston was named to Ray’s Eight on Monday, which honors the top eight performing punters of the week. He averaged over 50 yards per punt in the team’s…

Saints Report: New Orleans falls to 1-7 on the season with 23-3 loss to Tampa Bay Buccaneers

NEW ORLEANS (WXXV) — The New Orleans Saints fell to 1-7 on the season on Sunday following a lopsided 23-3 divisional loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Quarterback Spencer Rattler was benched for backup Tyler Shough late in the third quarter of the matchup. Head coach Kellen Moore now says that the starting quarterback spot is up for grabs between…

10/27 – Rain Chance Increases Late Tuesday Evening

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your extended forecast

Clouds will gradually increase across the area tonight, with overnight lows near 58 degrees and a light north wind that will gradually calm by morning. There could be some areas of patchy, dense fog developing a few hours before sunrise, so be cautious when you head out the door. Tuesday will begin mostly cloudy but become mostly sunny by the…

NWS surveying tornado damage in Jackson County; community working on recovery

GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV) — Communities in Jackson County are working on recovery after two tornadoes blew through Gautier and Pascagoula, affecting businesses and residents Sunday morning. Forecasters with the National Weather Service are now reviewing the damage. Some residents have been displaced and others are left picking up the pieces – putting their neighborhoods back together. Forecasters with the National…

Governor Reeves reacts to ongoing government shutdown

Mississippi state officials are reacting to the ongoing stalemate in Washington as the government shut down enters a new week. Governor Reeves taking to social media on Monday, criticizing Democrats for their role in the shutdown and calling it the ‘Schumer Shutdown.’ Reeves says the shutdown continues to hurt Mississippi military personnel and Mississippians who need extra assistance. Reeves went…

Over 380 pounds of unused/expired meds dropped off at Take Back Day in Biloxi

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Police Department, along with the Drug Enforcement Administration, conducted the bi-annual Drug Take Back Day over the weekend. At the conclusion of the event, Biloxi took in approximately 308 pounds of unused or expired medications. The medication was turned over to the DEA for safe destruction. This was all to give citizens a safe way…

Harrison County Fire Rescue saves dog from well

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Fire Rescue responded to an interesting call over the weekend. A homeowner was working on the flooring in the kitchen for a remodel when their dog, Rascal, found his way under the house and fell into an old well. Rascal had been in the 20 foot well since Thursday night and fire rescue…

Halloween at the Traveler in Ocean Springs

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Traveler in Ocean Springs invites the community to spend Halloween with them on Friday. Head Chef Dannie Landry joins us to discuss the night’s event. The fun begins at 6 p.m. Friday night. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: halloween, The Travler, Walter Anderson museum of Art

Smokin’ the Coast happening this weekend in Biloxi

We are joined now by Daniel Damico and Madison Rosonet to talk about the second annual Smokin’ the Coast. Smokin’ the Coast takes place Friday, October 31 and Saturday, November 1 at Harrah’s Great Lawn in Biloxi. For more information, click here.  Categories: Local News Tags: Smokin’ The Coast

Inaugural Gospel Explosion happening in Gulfport

We are joined now by Aloysuis Brown to talk about their inaugural Gospel Explosion event happening next weekend. The event takes place Saturday, November 8 from 1 to 5 p.m. at John Henry Beck Park and is fun for the family. There will be free food, music, and multiple guest speakers. For more information, call 228-967-1756.

City of Gautier shares update on Sunday storm damage

GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier put out an update Monday regarding the storm damage from Sunday’s tornado. At this time, no injuries have been reported and crews are assessing damage and working on clearing debris. Please keep in mind while you move around the city to avoid downed power lines, assume all are live and dangerous. Do not…

Two tornadoes confirmed in Jackson county; damage assessments underway

GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV) — Two confirmed tornadoes touched down in Jackson County on Sunday morning, leaving a trail of damage to businesses, apartments, and homes in Gautier and Pascagoula. Owners and managers at Azteca’s Restaurant and Cantina say that none of their employees were injured when a tornado came directly through the popular restaurant – a huge relief since the…

Storm recovery resources for Jackson County residents

JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- According to the Jackson County Office of Emergency Services, the Red Cross is now assisting residents who were impacted by Sunday’s storms. Call 800-733-2676 if you need help. If your property suffered damage, click here to fill out a report using Jackson County’s damage self-report tool. Categories: Local News Tags: damage, Gautier, Jackson County, tornado

Keeping safe with deer on the road

With the temperatures dropping, deer are being seen on the sides of the road more. David Kenney with the State Department of Transportation joins us via Zoom to discuss safety tips on the road. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: deer, Driving, safety

Mega Millions jackpot continues to rise

The Mega Millions jackpot continues to grow after no ticket matched all six numbers in Friday’s drawing. The jackpot has surged to $714 million, making it the ninth largest amount in the game’s history. The next drawing is Tuesday. If someone happens to win, it would be the second-largest Mega Millions jackpot ever won in the month of October. The…

10/27 Ryan’s “Warm Start” Monday Morning Forecast

The week is off to a warm start, but much cooler air is on the way!

This time last week we were seeing lows in the mid 40s on the coast, but we’re off to a warm start this week as lows only fell to 67 in Gulfport this morning. Today’s high will climb to normal near 79 degrees, but lows will fall for the next few days, not by much at first, but much more…

Gautier PD warning residents of scam impersonating an officer

GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gautier Police Department is warning local businesses and residents that a scam is going around. It is a phone scam that involves someone posing as a police lieutenant. This person is saying they are Lt. Johnson. The caller says he is investigating counterfeit money being brought into the business and then questions the business’ safe and…