Local officials met today to iron out the details on tomorrow’s testing tour. Biloxi officials are calling their portion of the trip “The Biloxi Whistle Stop” where Amtrak and state leaders will be greeted by a Mardi Gras entourage. Amtrak…
Baseball, BP and road work are all among the major accomplishments and updates Biloxi Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich hoped to drive home at today’s State of the City address. About 700 people were on hand for today’s address. The annual…
Three people are now behind bars, charged with human trafficking, after Biloxi police began investigating reports of a missing minor. News 25’s Kristen Durand has details on the victim’s rescue and more about human trafficking on the Coast. It’s a…
SHUCKERS HOSTING SECOND ANNUAL JOB FAIR ON FEBRUARY 20 AT MGM PARK Interviews to be conducted for part-time seasonal positions for the 2016 Shuckers’ season BILOXI, MS – The Biloxi Shuckers are hosting a job fair on February 20 from…
A Biloxi police officer is recovering after being hit by a car while directing traffic on Division Street today. It happened after the Gulf Coast Carnival Association Parade. The officer, who has not been identified, was transported to Merit Health…
We begin tonight with the oldest parade on the Gulf Coast, a tradition dating back over 100 years. Many probably remember attending the Gulf Coast Carnival Association’s parade when they were little. Today, residents crowded the streets, keeping that tradition…
Big decisions were made in Biloxi tonight and some are great for east Biloxi residents. The Council voted unanimously to temporarily pave roads in east Biloxi. The entire Council agreed on the desperate need to send relief to residents battling…
Tonight residents in east Biloxi will get updates on major city issues, including water rates and possible short-term relief from damaged roadways. Biloxi Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich is proposing temporary pavement of seven roads in east Biloxi. News 25’s Shelby…
When it comes to expressing their concerns on the ongoing infrastructure project, east Biloxi residents are not shy. Many residents said that they would welcome any kind of relief to make their roads smoother. That relief could be coming sooner…
East Biloxi residents remain outspoken about the damage the roads bring to their vehicles. Less than a month ago, Mayor Gilich proposed to temporarily pave the roads but his motion was denied. Tomorrow, he plans to pitch this proposal once…
There’s no doubt the Biloxi City Council has been extremely busy lately, from discussing water rates, infrastructure contracts and even the possibility of an Amtrak stop. Although it’s a busy time, it’s also an exciting one. Joining us live in…
The City of Biloxi wants to convince Amtrak to have a stop in Biloxi and in February, they’ll have that chance. Amtrak and the Southern Railway Commission have announced a tour of the railway between Jacksonville, Florida and New Orleans…
The City of Biloxi made a huge statement today when it selected the construction company who will be contracted for infrastructure work south of the railroad. The Biloxi City Council voted to award that contract to Hemphill Construction. Oscar Renda is currently…
Biloxi residents will soon see their garbage rates go up by $2.50 a month beginning in April. City leaders say they’ve been providing services and not collecting enough money to actually cover the costs of these services, something required by…
BILOXI, Miss. (January 27, 2016) Two local band students were awarded the Gulf Coast Band Director's Association Student Scholarship, sponsored by McDonald’s owners in Biloxi and Gulfport, following a band clinic and concert at Biloxi Junior High School on Saturday,…
Showers and thunderstorms moved through the area this evening, dropping up to an estimated 2 inches of rain in some of the inland coastal counties. Light to moderate showers will continue through the night and into tomorrow, but will continue…
Biloxi citizens will now have more of a say in the city’s tree permitting process. This afternoon, the City Council voted unanimously to create a tree committee advisory board. This came after some residents called for more citizens having a…
Biloxi police need your help locating a missing woman. Authorities say the woman is Stephanie Renee Hoops. She was last seen walking from the 200 block of Dorries Street in Biloxi. Officers responded to the scene after a call requesting…
The city of Biloxi discussed water and sewer rates during this morning’s meeting. Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich and city attorney Gerald Blessey laid out plans that would raise utility rates for Biloxi residents. Currently, the city pays more money to…
News 25's Laurene Callander tells us about the hot topics at the Biloxi City Council Meeting.
“Extra! Extra! Read all about it!” That was the theme of this year’s Mardi Gras Shoebox Float Contest. Now, the winning floats from elementary schools and junior high students are on display at Biloxi City Hall. From the Saints to…
The roadways along the beach in Biloxi may look a little bit clearer as crews work to clear sand from Highway 90 parking bays and turning lanes. The sand has been accumulating since November and Biloxi Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich…
If you are a Biloxi resident and have been expecting your water and sewer rates to go up, it’s not happening just yet.
For months, residents and business owners have complained about torn up roads in east Biloxi.