Driving

Ramping up efforts to stop drunk driving

We are in the peak of holiday season so plenty of parties and gatherings are on everyone’s calendar and for a lot of people that includes drinking. Gulfport Police and the Transportation Department are working together to remind everyone of…

National Teen Driver Safety Week

As we get closer to Halloween, scary things are everywhere, but for some parents there is nothing scarier than seeing their teens behind the wheel of a car. That’s why this week has been named ‘National Teen Driver Safety Week.’…

Mississippi Highway Patrol warns about texting and driving

Mississippi Highway Patrol Troop K is offering a word to the wise. On the front lawn of the MHP Station is a severely damaged vehicle as a result of texting and driving along with a sign that reads “don’t text…

Mississippi tops list of 'Worst Drivers in America'

For the second year in a row, Mississippi tops a nationwide study. Mississippi is laying claim to the title of the state with the worst drivers in America. This is according to a study and statistics gathered by the group…

‘Drive Right Mississippi’ campaign

The Mississippi Highway Patrol is gearing up for the Fourth of July holiday by beefing up patrols on the road. It’s all a part of a statewide campaign called ‘Drive Right Mississippi.’ Things kicked off July 1st and runs through…

‘Click it or Ticket!’

It takes just two seconds to buckle up when going for a drive, but for whatever reason, many people skip this potentially life-saving step. Which is why, starting today, the Biloxi Police Department will be taking part in the ‘Click…

Driving safely in dense fog

Dense fog has blanketed the area since the beginning of the week, causing accidents and a slow commute for drivers. It’s important to remember the rules of driving in fog. One of the most important rules is to turn on…

Avoiding road rage

Last year in the United States, 30 murders were linked to road rage disputes. Tailgating, cutting people off, speeding: these are just some of the things that can sometimes push drivers over the edge. Road rage has become a serious…

Staying safe on the road

As rainfall continues to increase, so does the likelihood of hazards in the roadway. The Gulf Coast has seen over three inches of rain since Thursday with two to three more inches expected through the start of the new year.…

New Year’s Eve Checkpoints

Biloxi police are cracking down on intoxicated drivers this New Year’s Eve. Checkpoints will be set up throughout the city the night of New Year’s Eve and this weekend leading up to it. Biloxi PD will not only check to…

Highway travel on Thanksgiving

Expect congested roadways today as millions of Americans travel home for Thanksgiving. More than 48 million people will be driving to holiday destinations this year, according to AAA.  This is the highest travel volume in more than a dozen years.…

Senior Matters: Senior Citizen Driving Safety

The decision to stop driving is a difficult one for many senior citizens, but it can be the right choice for their safety and everyone else on the road. Although there is an age restriction on when you can get…

MDOT Drive Smart Campaign

News 25's Hank Davis interviews Jas N Smith about the MDOT Drive Smart Campaign for more information please visit GoMDOT.com/drivesmartMS

Icy road conditions, use extreme caution

The icy roads have proven treacherous for drivers in Jackson County as well. Multiple wrecks were reported on the Pascagoula high rise early this morning. Doug Adams with the Pascagoula Police Department tells News 25 that from 2:30 this morning…

Icy roads make it dangerous for drivers

The snow has been falling throughout South Mississippi for the past few hours now and that’s making it dangerous to be out on the roads. News 25’s Taylor Rubach joins us in Gulfport to give us a look at the…

Safe driving during the holidays

With a high amount of traffic expected during the upcoming holiday weekend, it’s important to be aware of your surroundings. News 25’s Veronica Bayona hits the streets to talk to holiday travelers on safe driving techniques. Linda Hillman is getting…

New traffic laws begin Saturday

Beginning Saturday, Mississippi drivers will have to follow three new laws aimed at keeping drivers and their passengers safe. Along with the seat belt law and the left lane law, it will now be illegal for passengers to ride in…

New seat belt law goes into effect Saturday

AAA predicts more than 37.2 million Americans will hit the roads this weekend for the Independence Day holiday travel period. Before you get behind the wheel, officials want to remind you of a new law that goes into effect Saturday…

Driving safely in wet conditions

With showers, storms in tonight and tomorrow’s forecast, police say they’re expecting to see accidents hike up. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson spoke with authorities about how to make the safest commute when the roads are slippery. Wet roads are responsible…

Click It or Ticket campaign May 22 through June 4

‘Click it or ticket:’ that’s the message from police departments across the Coast as today kicks off a seat belt campaign. The Click it or Ticket period coincides with the busy travel season as families hit the road for summer…

Mock Drunk Driving Crash

With prom coming up this weekend at Stone High...faculty members wanted to show students the dangers of drinking and distracted driving. Eight students were involved in the scene some were critically injured and others did not make it. Over 300…

Driving home a powerful message about buckling up

It’s been a deadly week on South Mississippi roads as family and friends continue to mourn the loss of three children in George County and others continue to pray for the recovery of a ten-year-old girl thrown from a vehicle…