Gulfport Police have charged a man with robbing people at a store on Kelly Avenue by threatening them with a machete. Police say 22-year-old Joshua Paxton Ward was arrested Friday and charged him with armed robbery. He was taken to…
A Gulfport man suspected of stealing a vehicle in Hattiesburg led Madison Police on a chase through the city before being taken into custody. 18-year-old Montoya Motley was charged in Madison with felony fleeing, two counts of receiving stolen property,…
Following Wednesday night's Penguin-A-Thon, the Mississippi Aquarium is hoping to continue fundraising efforts for its new African penguin habitat. The Facebook live fundraiser gave the community a chance to interact virtually and raised a…
The next steps in creating a city flag in Gulfport are now underway. The city has opened the flag search up to the public to design…
On Wednesday night, the Mississippi Aquarium hosted Penguin-A-Thon: a Facebook live fundraiser that benefits the on-campus habitat for their group of African penguins. "African penguins are actually an endangered species, so it's really important…
A fire that damaged more than 30 units at Safe Mini Storage on Thursday was deliberately set, the Gulfport Fire Chief says. Gulfport Fire Department received a call around 4 a.m. August 1 from a passerby saying heavy smoke was…
The Gulfport Police Department invited the community to a night of fun and fellowship in its National Night Out event on Tuesday. The event encouraged community togetherness and, as GPD Public…
Amtrak passenger rail service will soon resume on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Mobile City Council voted this morning to approve three resolutions that will enable the Mobile…
A suspect wanted on six counts of aggravated assault has turned himself in to Gulfport Police. 19-year-old Jabari Whitehead is in the Harrison County jail with bond set at $600,000 after surrendering to Gulfport Police this morning. He was booked…
We are bringing you an update on a blaze that fire crews have battled since early this morning at a storage…
"I think the Gulf Coast is going to significantly benefit by having easy access from New Orleans and Mobile to Bay St. Louis, Gulfport, Biloxi, Ocean Springs... they're all going to…
The Mobile City Council will vote Tuesday on resolutions that should help restore passenger service to the Gulf Coast. On July 25, Mobile announced an agreement had been reached between the city, the state and the Port of Mobile that…
"We had such a great foundation here in Soria City. It was a strong sense of community and love here in the community. The people here, were instrumental in all our lives,"…
Stepping into Downstage Productions Theatre in Gulfport, it's easy to see that the small production group has had plenty of success by the show posters lining its back wall. The theatre's latest show?…
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer- involved shooting involving Gulfport Police . the incident happened Saturday when officers responded to Church Street on a call for service. Upon arrival, officers encountered a subject who pointed a weapon…
The U.S. Senate is one step closer to passing a transportation budget for fiscal year 2025, a budget that would provide major funding for…
The Gulfport City Council is set to finalize new voting precincts and polling places ahead of next year’s city elections. The council is taking up the issue in a…
The workforce welding program at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is offering a no cost, comprehensive 15-week welding and cutting technology curriculum. This program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in…
A train crash on 33rd Avenue in Gulfport caused traffic delays earlier today. An 18-wheeler got stuck as it drove over the railroad crossing. Exclusive to WXXV News 25, Ring…
Miss Black Mississippi, Alexis Williams, stopped by the WXXV News 25 studio to tell us more about her reign, community outreach programs, and platform. Williams is a Gulfport native, who will…
It's become rare sight to see kids running and playing outside. When school is out, it seems like the first thing a kid wants to do is sit in front of a screen.…
Black entrepreneurs and business owners in Gulfport had a unique opportunity to learn more about finding continued success at the Bridging the Gap community meeting on Tuesday evening. The event…
The North Gulfport Civic Club hosted its 23rd Annual Community Breakfast Thursday morning. This is a local event organized to bring community members together. The event included breakfast, socializing, and…
Gulfport Police are investigating a shooting in the 11000 block of Highland Avenue that left two people injured. Police responded to the River Chase Apartments just after 6 p.m. Both people were taken to a hospital for treatment. Anyone with…