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Former Biloxi Mayor Jerry O'Keefe Dies

Former Biloxi mayor, philanthropist, business man, and World War Two pilot Jerry O'keefe passed away this morning at the age of 93. O'keefe held an impressive reputation on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. He formed the Bradford O'keefe Funeral Home back…

I-110 Closing Tonight

Making the early morning drive on I-110 can expect delays. For the next two weeks, starting at 8pm until 5am, traffic will be down to one lane in both north and south directions. This is so M-DOT crews can properly…

One In The Hospital After Car Accident

One person is in the hospital after a car accident this morning on I-10 east bound. Biloxi Police rushed to the scene around 8:30 am to a two vehicle accident near the Woolmarket exit. According to Biloxi traffic supervisor Brian…

Biloxi C.A.O Position up in the Air

The position for Biloxi’s chief administrative officer is still up in the air. The Biloxi City Council was set to vote on the issue today, but it was tabled. Mayor Gilich has been steadfast in his nomination of Ward 5…

2016 Carl Legett Tourney Wrapped Up

The 22nd annual Memorial Carl Legett Fishing Tournament is all wrapped up after a weekend of good fishing and good fun. The tournament was held at point cadet marina in Biloxi. This year, yellowfin tuna was a brand new category…

“Pokémon” No at Biloxi Lighthouse and Visitors Center

There’s been a rash of “Pokémon” lures popping up in Biloxi. While it’s not a criminal offense, city officials want to curb some of the game’s featured hot spots in the area. News 25’s Hank Davis joins us with the…

Biloxi Gets a Move on Big Projects

The City of Biloxi is getting a move on a number of major projects that have been in the works for years. City officials have officially excepted the $5 million grant to begin building the new gate at Keesler Air…

Harco Youth Courts Nearing Completion

The new Harrison County Youth courts building in Biloxi is nearing completion. Crews have been out over the past few months, converting the old Harrison County health building into the new courts. The move from Gulfport to Biloxi will mean…

Back To School Hair Cuts

Happening this afternoon in Biloxi city leaders is teaming up with Razor Sharp Cuts on Judge Sekul Avenue to help kids get ready to go back to school. Free haircuts will be available from 2 until 6 this evening and…

Car Robbery In Biloxi

Biloxi police have arrested a man attempting to steal from a vehicle. Biloxi patrol officers responded to the 700 block of McElroy Street around 5pm. Twenty-Five year old Brent Tyler Hester was found inside the vehicle, by the vehicle owner,…

Grand Jury Clears Officers In Biloxi

A grand jury has ruled Biloxi police officers were justified in the fatal shooting of a man on the Popps Ferry Bridge back in March. According to Biloxi police, 37-year-old Wesley Sheppard had shot out a window in a vehicle…

Back Bay Complete In 60 Days

A major milestone for the city of Biloxi. According to city officials, Back Bay Boulevard will be paved and ready for action within the next 60 days. This is good news for commuters. When the new four lane boulevard is…

Biloxi Files Motion to Recoup Rent

Biloxi is attempting to recoup Point Cadet casino rent money that the state had inadvertently placed in its general fund. The city is still owed $1.18 million on top of the $1.3 million that was recovered from the state a…

Immunization Fair For Children

News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Dr. Wendy Williams and Susan Hunt about the Immunization Fair for Children this Saturday July 23rd at the Coastal Family Health Center.

Mayor Gilich Announces Keesler Gate Funding

Biloxi Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich received a round of applause when he announced that $5 million is committed toward a new main entrance for Keesler Air Force Base. The money comes from the state and will go towards an estimated…

Affordable Housing Public Meeting

Biloxi residents and city leaders voiced either support or rejection for the affordable housing proposal in east Biloxi during today’s public meeting. The city is looking to sell 14 acres of land for more than $523,000. City officials say houses…

Affordable Housing Vote

Will new affordable housing neighborhoods soon be coming to Biloxi? Tomorrow the city council is set to vote on whether or not the new subdivisions will become a reality. The city is looking to potentially sell 14 acres of land…

Affordable Housing Vote

News 25's Laurene Callander tells us about the Affordable Housing meeting happening 10:30 am, 7/19/2016 at City Hall in Biloxi.

Ryan's Monday Night Forecast

A cold front is slowly approaching South Mississippi from the West and will begin impacting our weather as early as tomorrow (Tuesday) morning. There is a marginal chance of these storms becoming severe, but we'll more likely see steady showers…

Salvation Army Eyeing Land for new Gym

The Salvation Army is looking into taking over land south of their property to build a new gym. Previously there was confusion on who owned the property off Lee Street near Esters Boulevard, the city or the Kroc Center. Last…

Hyatt Place Finishing Construction in Biloxi

The new Hyatt Place Hotel off of Beach Boulevard in Biloxi is beginning to take shape. Construction workers were installing the bar and working on the outdoor pool today. When finished, the Hyatt Place Hotel will have 114 rooms for…

Latest Update On Infrastructure Project

The final destination for the big infrastructure project going on in the east side of town. Permanent paving has been planned for Back Bay Boulevard, from Oak Street all the way along the bay. Crawford Street will also be permanently…

New Hurricane Katrina Exhibit At Museum

A local museum director says visitors should learn about what it was like to overcome hurricane Katrina. A new exhibit at the Ohr-O'keef Museum Of Art in Biloxi gives people the chance to travel back in time to when hurricane…