Body of Missing Hancock County Man Found
Investigators confirm the body of the missing man, 33-year-old Jason Johnson, was found behind his home. News 25’s Shelby Myers is at the scene with the latest.
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Hancock County Sandbags and Sand
Due to the potential heavy rains expected in Hancock County, Hancock County will have sand and sand bags available Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 9:00 AM at the following locations: Hancock County Arena – 4184 Kiln Delisle Road, Kiln…
Coast Native Dead After Car Wreck
A twenty year old woman native to the coast is dead after a one vehicle car crash Saturday. According to Hancock County coroner Jim Faulk, Gabriella Jeffcoat was visiting her grandparents and died after crashing her car on lower bay…
Possession Of A Motor Vechicle
Myrick Laneaux was arrested yesterday for stealing Kristina Quintini's mother's car. Officials are still trying to determine if this incident was in anyway related to the double homicide from Saturday night. Laneaux is currently in Hancock County jail without bond.…
Bodies Discovered In Bay Pines Home
Two bodies were discovered inside of a home in Bay Saint Louis on Saturday night. Police responded to a call from bay pines apartments at 7:30 pm where they discovered two dead adults, one male and one female. Authorities also…
Men Threaten Business Man to Take Down Flag
The Hancock County Sheriff's Department is on the lookout for four black men in a silver or gray sedan with dark tint on the window after they allegedly threatened a roadside business owner to take down his American flag. Early…
Are Hancock County Gulf Waters Safe?
Ronald Winnert continues to work through rehab in Slidell after losing his leg to vibrio in Bay St. Louis last month. Many residents in Hancock County are aware of the incident, but say it’s not keeping them from enjoying the…
Twelve Behind Bars in Hancock County Drug Roundup
Twelve people are now behind bars as a result of two drug busts in Hancock County. The Hancock County Narcotics Division executed search warrants on Tigris Street in Bay St. Louis and Orange Street in the Springwood community. Agents discovered individual…
Man Charged with Capital Murder in Death of Hancock County Toddler
On March 31, 2016, Maddox Viergge, 16 months of age suffered fatal head injuries. Medical evidence indicates the victim’s injuries are consistent with abusive head trauma. On April 4, 2016, Charles Connetti III was arrested and charged with Capital Murder. …
Hancock County and Pearl River County Fires
Hancock County firefighters were helping fight a house fire in Pearl River County yesterday when they learned a mobile home had caught fire in their own jurisdiction. The local fire crews provided water to fight the fire, which was stopped…
Free Tetanus Shots for Flood Victims in Hancock, Pearl River and Greene Counties
In response to recent flooding across the state, the Mississippi Department of Health is offering free tetanus shots in counties affected by the onslaught of water. They want to remind all residents recently affected by flooding that a tetanus vaccination…
18-wheeler Wreck and Chemical Leak
An overturned 18-wheeler leaking hazardous chemicals shut down I-10 traffic this afternoon in Hancock County.
Authorities Identify Body Found in Hancock County Lake
Authorities identified the man whose body was found floating in a Hancock County lake as 28-year-old Alex Toups.
K-9 Deputy Radar Returns Home
A K-9 has been reunited with his handler, bringing a 17 day search to a close.
Hancock County Residents Say Thanks
Folks from Hancock County showed a New Jersey non-profit organization some Southern hospitality over the weekend.
Three Arrested in Hancock County Drug Bust
According to our media partner the Sun Herald, a search of a Bayside home has led to three arrests and the seizure of drugs, weapons and over 10 thousand dollars in suspected drug money.
Hancock County Deputy Assaulted
Last night, a Hancock County sheriff deputy’s routine check of a stopped vehicle in Pearlington turned violent.
Krewe of Diamonds Rolls for 8th Time in the Bay
Beads were flying in Hancock County on Tuesday.
C.A.S.A. Kicks Off Mardi Gras Season with Annual Gala
This weekend, Court Appointed Special Advocates (C.A.S.A.) of Hancock County kicks off Carnival season with their 4th annual Mardi Gras Gala.
Hancock Co. C.A.S.A. Holds Ribbon Cutting for New Building
Hancock County C.A.S.A. cut the ribbon on its new office Tuesday.
Silver Slipper Moves Closer to Hotel Completion
Wednesday, the Silver Slipper moved one step closer toward completing its hotel.
First Case of Enterovirus Confirmed in Mississippi
Enterovirus, the respiratory illness that's been sweeping the nation, has made its way to Mississippi.
First Case of Enterovirus D68 Confirmed in Mississippi
The Mississippi State Department of Health (M.S.D.H.) confirms the first Enterovirus D68 (EV-D68) case in a Mississippi resident.
Hancock Co. Unveils Hurricane Katrina Memorial Plaque
Across the Gulf Coast Friday, individual communities were honoring those whose lives were lost during Hurricane Katrina.