Today in history: On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted by delegates to the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia. Also on this date: In 1802, the United States Military Academy officially opened at West Point, New York.…
Bay St. Louis, Miss. (WXXV)- Lots of events happening this week to mark Independence Day in Mississippi, including Day Two of an annual festival in Bay St.…
Mississippi (WXXV)- Mississippi Highway Patrol's Landon Orozco joins Marco Bitonel to discuss travel tips ahead of the July 4th weekend.
Saucier, Miss. (WXXV)- The rush is on for South Mississippians looking to stock up on fireworks to celebrates the Fourth of July. Over at Lawler's…
South Mississippi (WXXV)- The Fourth of July has been designated a free fishing day. All Mississippi residents are allowed to sport fish without a license, permits are still needed if you want to fish at a state-owned lake. This is…
A woman who was injured in a car-train collision on 25th Avenue in Gulfport on July 4th has died. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer identified the woman as Antoinette Wynn. Wynn was pronounced brain dead Thursday at Memorial Hospital, where…
The Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art is planning a three-day weekend full of events in honor of Independence Day. On Friday, from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., a members only reception in the Ohr O’Keefe Welcome Center for Quintron. Artist talk…
The Fourth of July is a celebration of our nation, which often includes thanking our veterans and service members. But those celebrations -- which often include fireworks -- can act as stressors for those suffering from PTSD. The Gulf Coast…
I hope everyone had a great, safe Fourth of July today! We had a few showers and t-storms move into the Northwest area around 5 PM, but as predicted they began to dissipate before ruining anyone celebrations. It will remain…