High School Volleyball: Gulfport vs. Harrison Central
Gulfport volleyball hosting Harrison Central. Lady Admirals roll past rival Harrison Central in straight sets 25-16, 25-12, 25-14 for the 3-0 sweep. Gulfport is back in action next Tuesday…
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Gulfport Police searching for 16-year-old suspect in drive-by shooting
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Gulfport Police are looking for a teenager believed to be the shooter in a drive-by shooting nearly two weeks ago. On Thursday, August 26, 2021, just after 12:00 noon, the Gulfport Police Department responded to the…
Arrest warrants issued for man who caused disturbance during live weather report
On August 30, 2021, at approximately 12:38 p.m., the Gulfport Police Department responded to a complaint that an MSNBC reporter was assaulted by a suspect who was traveling in a white Ford F150 truck on Highway 90 during the city-wide…
Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes on Hurricane Ida response
The impacts of Hurricane Ida in the City of Gulfport were made known over the past day. News 25 spoke with Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes. He said, “Mississippians…
Possible tornado damage in Gulfport
A possible tornado touched down in Gulfport Sunday as one of Hurricane Ida’s powerful rain bands moved onshore. You can see the devastation left behind in the city. Local emergency managers…
Mississippi pharmacist, Louisiana marketer plead guilty in health care fraud scheme
A Mississippi pharmacist pleaded guilty today and a Louisiana marketer pleaded guilty on Aug. 12 in the Southern District of Mississippi for their roles in a multi-million-dollar scheme to defraud TRICARE and private insurance companies by paying kickbacks to distributors…
Gulfport PD need assistance in identifying suspects in armed robbery
On August 14, 2021, the Gulfport Police Department responded to the 1800 block of Pass Road in reference to an Armed Robbery. At approximately 9:39 a.m., two suspects entered the business and demanded money. One suspect brandished a firearm while…
Singing River restricts visitor numbers as COVID cases rise
With almost 5,000 new cases reported for Monday and 13 deaths statewide, Singing River Hospital System has revised its visitor policy. "Due to the current increase of COVID-19 cases in our community, our policies have changed to only allow essential…
Half Shell Oyster House named a top restaurant by travel company
Half Shell Oyster House has been recognized as a 2021 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best award winner for Everyday Eats, according to Tripadvisor. The Best…
Federal court jury convicts two of drug conspiracy
GULFPORT, MS – A jury in federal court convicted two men Tuesday of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute cocaine and attempt to possess with intent to distribute cocaine. According to the evidence presented, Antony Daniel Abreu, 33, of…
Car crashes into home in Chapelwood Subdivision in Gulfport
One family in the Chapelwood subdivision woke up to a very scary scene early this morning. David Ames is still in shock trying to wrap his mind…
Gulfport Police hold scouting combine
Those vying for a spot to protect and serve were put to work this weekend in Gulfport. They performed breech drills during their 'scouting combine' on Saturday. The event allowed them…
Suspect in road rage incident now faces murder charge in Gulfport
What began as a road rage incident is now a murder investigation. On July 8, Gulfport Police responded to a report of a shooting at 41st Street and Searle Avenue. A man was suffering from multiple gunshot wounds and was…
Gulfport man charged with sexual battery, robbery
A Gulfport man is charged with sexually assaulting a woman in a public restroom and then robbing her. On Monday, Gulfport officers arrested Andrew Malik Jones, 28, and charged him with sexual battery and robbery. According to police, the victim…
Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association honors 98-year-old World War II Veteran
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — A 98-year-old World War II Veteran received what he considers the "surprise of a lifetime" over the weekend. Jeff Haynie, a 98-year-old World War II Veteran, stepped outside his home in Gulfport to the sound…
Gulfport Planet Fitness celebrates club updates
Gulfport Planet Fitness is celebrating club updates with a members welcome back event. Gulfport Planet Fitness opened its doors for a re-opening after upgrading the facility and furnishing the club…
Ugly Tie Fest took place in Downtown Gulfport over the weekend
If you noticed some rather questionable fashion statements in Gulfport over the weekend, don’t worry, it was all for the Ugly Tie Fest. The free…
‘Ugly Tie Fest’ happening this Saturday in Downtown Gulfport
The ‘Ugly Tie Fest’ is happening this Saturday in Downtown Gulfport. The festival is being put on by SuperTalk Mississippi Media, the same group that also put…
Arrest made in Gulfport shooting that left one injured
On July 8, 2021, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 34-year-old, Rose Madge Madison and charged her with one count of Aggravated Assault. Madison’s bond was set at $150,000. On July 8, 2021, at approximately 10:08 a.m., the Gulfport Police Department…
Update: Man shot multiple times in morning shooting
Gulfport Police is investigating a Thursday morning shooting that sent one man to the hospital in critical condition Police Sgt. Jason DuCre said dispatch received a call at 10:08 a.m. about a shooting at 41st Street and Searle Avenue. When…
Ruptured fuel line causes diesel spill on board Seabee base
The Naval Construction Battalion Center’s Public Works Department and Environmental team currently are in the midst cleanup efforts due to a diesel fuel spill. A refrigerator truck parked by warehouses near the 28th Street fence line ruptured a fuel line…
18-year-old charged with first-degree murder in shooting on Courthouse Road
On July 7, 2021, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 18-year-old Terrence Cortney Dwight Hayes Jr. and charged him with one count of 1st Degree Murder. Hayes’ bond was set at $2,000,000. On July 7, 2021, at approximately 1:32 p.m., the…
One person shot at Sawgrass Apartments in Gulfport
Earlier today around 4 p.m., Gulfport Police responded to a shooting at the Sawgrass Apartments on Engram Court. Gulfport police says it was a domestic dispute that led…
Fourth of July firework celebration in Gulfport
Sunday is Independence Day and what better way to celebrate than by watching some fireworks? We’ve got Gulfport Public Information Officer LaShaundra McCarty with us in studio to give…