Voters head out for Ocean Springs School District Bond Election
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-Today is the day for the Ocean Springs School District Bond Election. Polls opened at 7 a.m. and will close tonight at 7…
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Election information for City of Moss Point
An important voting precinct update for residents in the City of Moss Point. The voting location for all city wards is Pelican Landing on Highway 613. The change in location will…
Absentee voting open for Gulfport's Ward 5 Special Election
The special election for Ward 5 in Gulfport is coming up fast. Election day is next Tuesday, February 18th, but voters in the ward have a…
Trump White House rescinds order freezing federal grants
By CHRIS MEGERIAN and ZEKE MILLER Associated Press President Donald Trump’s budget office on Wednesday rescinded an order freezing spending on federal grants, less than two days after it sparked widespread confusion and legal challenges across the country, according to…
Hugh Keating announces campaign for Gulfport Mayor
Hugh Keating, a well-known attorney along the Gulf Coast, has officially announced his candidacy for Gulfport mayor. Speaking in front of Gulfport City Hall, Keating addressed a crowd of supporters and…
Saturday In-Person Absentee Voting Deadline for 2024 General Election Runoffs
JACKSON, Miss. – Saturday, November 23, 2024, is the deadline for in-person absentee voting for the General Election Runoffs. Circuit Clerk's Offices will be open from 8:00 a.m. to noon. General Election Runoff Day will be held Tuesday, November 26,…
Gaetz withdraws as Trump’s pick for attorney general
WASHINGTON (AP) — Matt Gaetz has withdrawn as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general. This comes following scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation. The Florida Republican made the announcement Thursday. https://twitter.com/mattgaetz/status/1859649045553402285
Here are the people President-Elect Trump has picked for key positions so far
President-elect Donald Trump is starting to fill key posts in his second administration, putting an emphasis so far on aides and allies who were his strongest backers during the 2024 campaign. Here’s a look at whom he has selected so far. Pete…
St. Pe, Schloegel to face off in runoff for State Court of Appeals District 5 seat on November 26th
An update on the state of the race for Court of Appeals District 5, Position 2. This race is heading to a November 26th runoff and it appears that Amy St. Pe will face Judge Jennifer Schloegel for a seat…
Harris has called Trump to concede the 2024 presidential race
By Monica Alba, Yamiche Alcindor and Rebecca Shabad Vice President Kamala Harris has called Donald Trump to congratulate him on winning the 2024 presidential race, according to a senior Harris aide. Harris discussed the importance of a peaceful transfer of power and being a president…
Discussing the 2024 election cycle
Political Analysts Charles Richardson and Howie Morgan are in studio to give us more insight on the national picture tonight.
WXXV's Marco Bitonel and Elizabeth Keen discuss the 2024 General Election
Our team of reporters at WXXV News 25 have been busy all day talking to voters and keeping an eye on voting precincts on the…
WXXV Marco Bitonel and Elizabeth Keen discuss voter turnout in South Mississippi
Our team of reporters at WXXV News 25 have been busy all day talking to voters and keeping an eye on voting precincts on…
Former President Donald Trump wins Mississippi
Former President Donald Trump wins Mississippi. The Associated Press called the race at 7 p.m. Mississippi is six electoral votes. The winner of the presidential election must reach 270 electoral votes. Trump received 52.9% percent of votes in Mississippi. Vice…
Republican Sen. Wicker wins reelection in Mississippi, defeating Democrat Ty Pinkins
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Republican Sen. Roger Wicker of Mississippi has defeated Democrat Ty Pinkins. The challenger received little financial support from his own party in a heavily Republican state. Wicker is extending his 30-year career on Capitol Hill. He…
Transportation to Voting Sites
When heading to the polls on Election Day you’re often met by traffic and long lines. Voter Pat McCarroll said, “There’s no parking space and it was very difficult.” Voter Herbet Lugo…
Voters head to the polls for the 2024 General Election
Every vote cast today counts and it is a direct way to shape the future. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. was at the polls as…
WXXV’s Elizabeth Keen live in Jackson County as voters continue to head to the polls
Our election coverage continues in Jackson County! WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen is there now and has more on what Jackson…
South Mississippians head to the polls on Election Day
November 5th is the day to make your voice heard, helping shape the future with your ballot. WXXV News 25's Ethan…
11/05 Ryan's "Election Day" Tuesday Morning Forecast
It's Election Day across the country today, and South Mississippi has more warm & humid weather on tap without any significant rain. Like yesterday, cloud cover will stream across…
Young voters set to participate in first Presidential Election
As Mississippians head out to the polls on Tuesday, there will be plenty of young adults casting their first-ever ballots and looking to make a difference in their country. The…
Harrison County Tests Voter Machines For Accuracy
With less than 24 hours to go to election day, Harrison County is testing its voting machines to ensure accuracy. These tests are open to the public so voters can feel confident that their vote is accurate and accounted for. …
Races on the 2024 ballot in South Mississippi
As we’ve mentioned in the weeks leading up to the 2024 election, you’ll see many other races on your ballot in South Mississippi. The ballot will have races for state supreme court, court of appeals, election commissions, and various school…
2024 General Election Day Reminders
JACKSON, Miss. – Mississippi's 2024 General Election Day is less than one week away. The November 5 ballot features offices of President, U.S. Senate, U.S. Representative, Supreme Court Justice, Court of Appeals Judge, School Board Members, County Election Commissioners, and…