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…
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‘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…
Gulfport Mayoral and City Council Swearing in Ceremony
Almost a month after the conclusion of the 2021 municipal elections, another Coast city is welcoming its newly elected city government this evening. Billy Hewes took the oath…
Gulfport Mayoral and City Council Swearing-in Ceremony
Almost a month after the conclusion of the 2021 municipal elections, another Coast city is welcoming its newly elected city government this evening. News 25’s Grace Boyles has more…
Free health screenings offered today at Feed My Sheep
Feed My Sheep, in a partnership with My Brother’s Keeper, will host free health screenings today for Gulfport’s homeless population and the general public at Feed My Sheep’s facility at 2615 19th Street on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 from 11:00…
One injured in shooting at birthday party in Gulfport
One man was sent to the hospital early Sunday morning following a shooting at a party in Gulfport. At 2 a.m., Gulfport police responded to a shooting…
Kemps ridley sea turtles to be released Thursday
Mississippi Aquarium will release seven endangered Kemp's ridley sea turtles into the Gulf of Mexico at 5:30 p.m.on Thursday, June 24. The Aquarium staff will release the turtles near…
Increase in gun violence among youth in Gulfport
With the recent increase of gun violence among the youth in Gulfport, one community leader speaks about the steps that need to be taken to stop the violence.…
Body found near Hillcrest and Lorraine Road in Gulfport
Today around noon, Gulfport police and fire responded to a call of a dead body found off of Hillcrest and Lorraine Road in the bushes and high brush on the side of the road. Gulfport police say initial investigations indicate…
Residents ‘uneasy’ as Gulfport Police investigate fatal shooting
One man is dead following a shooting this morning outside of O’Reilly Auto Parts on Dedeaux Road in Gulfport. Gulfport police are investigating the scene. News 25’s Lorraine…
Suspect in fatal shooting on Dedeaux Road in Gulfport has surrendered himself to authorities
One man is dead following a shooting this morning outside of O’Reilly Auto Parts on Dedeaux Road in Gulfport. Police have now identified the suspect as 27-year-old Demonte Williams. Williams has since surrendered himself to authorities. He is charged with…
Leonard Papania returning to the city as Chief Administrative Officer
The City of Gulfport announces that Leonard Papania is rejoining the City of Gulfport team. After decades of community focused leadership, former City of Gulfport Chief of Police Leonard Papania is returning as the new Chief Administrative Officer, pending City…
Mayor Billy Hewes discusses upcoming plans for City of Gulfport
After being elected to his third term as mayor of Gulfport, claiming nearly 64% of the vote in yesterday’s municipal general election, Mayor Billy Hewes…
Billy Hewes wins Gulfport Mayoral Race
In Gulfport there were four contested races on the ballot, one of which was the mayoral race. Incumbent Mayor Billy Hewes will be serving his third term as mayor…
Gulfport Police searching for "armed and dangerous" 17-year-old suspect in connection to Wednesday night shooting
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Police are searching for a 17-year-old suspect in connection to a shooting that took place late Wednesday night. Gulfport Police say officers responded to a local hospital at approximately 11:30 p.m. Wednesday night after a receiving…
Gulfport teacher among 6 Mississippi educators to earn national recognition
Six Mississippi teachers, including one from Gulfport High School, have been named 2021 state-level finalists for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The PAEMST Program is the nation’s highest honor for teachers of mathematics and science…
Gulfport names Husley principal at high school
The Gulfport School District would like to introduce Wendi Husley as the new principal at Gulfport High School. Husley is a lifelong resident of the Coast and has served the Gulfport School District for 22 years. She spent her first…
Police have located "armed and dangerous" person in connection to Gulfport shooting
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Gulfport Police have located the person believed to be responsible for a shooting last week. On Thursday, May 13, 2021, officers with the Gulfport Police Department responded to an area hospital after receiving a call about…