Long Beach

Sex Offender Registration Failure

A 74-year-old man is behind bars on felony charges for failing to give his correct address when registering as a sex offender. Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson tells News 25 Archie McManus Jr. of Long Beach put a false address…

Structure Fire in Long Beach Ruled Arson

The Long Beach home under construction that caught fire over a week ago is now being ruled arson, according to authorities. The fire department is now looking for anyone with information to come forward regarding the structure along Highway 90…

3rd DUI With Child In Car

Deputies said a Gulfport man was driving under the influence of alcohol for the third time this time with a child in his car. Michael Devon Jones was arrested Tuesday after leaving the scene of an accident in Long Beach.…

Blessing of the Animals

It looks like they'll be joined by a few cats, a potbellied pig and a miniature pony. Coast Episcopal School in Long Beach held their Annual Blessing of the Pets today; the ceremony coincides with the feast day of St.…

Left Cassie Barker Out On Bond

Former Long Beach Police Officer Cassie Barker is out on bond after turning herself in to authorities to answer manslaughter charges in the death of her three year old daughter Cheyene Hyer. Her bond just 50-thousand dollars is something that…

Fire Prevention Assembly

They typically battle flames, but today Long Beach firefighters tackled fire prevention at Harper McCaughan Elementary School. Students in 4th, 5th, and 6th grades learned tips about safety in the kitchen and the proper use of lighters and matches. Firefighters…

Mother Faces Manslaughter Charge

An arrest warrant has been issued for manslaughter for former long beach police officer Cassie Barker in connection with the death of her daughter Cheyenn Hyer. Three-year old Cheyenn was found dead in Barker's patrol car last Friday. Authorities believe…

Fire Burns Home Under Construction Long Beach

Flames destroyed a home under construction in long beach this morning along Highway 90 and Lewis Avenue. Firefighters from both Gulfport and Long Beach battled the fire which sparked around 5:30 am. Police blocked east and west bound lanes of…

Two Long Beach Officers Fired

Two long beach police officers have been fired in the wake of the death of three year old Cheyenn Hyer. Today marks five days since the little girl was found dead in a patrol car after being left there for…

Long Beach Cruisin' Parade

Antique cars were rolling in the hundreds at Long Beach high school today for the annual Cruisin' Parade. Organizers say over 600 cars participated in this year’s parade for the 20th anniversary. Some cars looked new and shiny while others…

Autopsy for Child Found Dead in a Car

An autopsy for the child who was found dead after being left alone in a parked car in Hancock County on Friday. The autopsy did not show any abnormalities but a source tells News 25 he expects the cause of…

Autopsy Today For Child Found In Car

An autopsy for the child who was found dead after being left alone in a parked car in Hancock County on Friday. Three year old "Chyenn Hyer's," body was found in a parked car with the engine running in the…

Armed Robbery

One woman is behind bars for armed robbery incident that too place the 700 block of Bell Circle in Long Beach. Theresa Celeste Northrup was also arrested on a warrant for failure to appear in court on a possession charge…

Taste of Long Beach

Today in Long Beach, restaurants provided a little sneak peek of what they have to offer. The eighth annual Taste of Long Beach brought the community together for good food, good drinks and good times. News 25’s Hank Davis has…

Law Enforcement Prayer Service in Long Beach

Long Beach citizens celebrated International Day of Peace by bringing peace to the police station. The parking lot was filled with St. Vincent Elementary School students, police officers and residents of Long Beach all to pray over law enforcement officers.…

Law Enforcement Prayer Service

News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Michele Ponte about the Long Beach Prayer service that started at 7:15 am this morning.

Step Closer For New Casino

Could developers be gambling on a casino in the city of Long Beach? According to our media partner the sun herald a company made an offer to buy the Long Beach Yacht Club as a spot for the casino. Members…

Final Term for Long Beach Mayor

Long Beach Mayor Billy Skellie has announced that this will be his final term. Mayor Billy Skellie is a life-long resident of Long Beach and has served as the city’s mayor for 12 years. He’s served through the devestation and…

First Day Of School In Long Beach

The smell of fresh pencils and notebooks fill the air in Long Beach today as the school district kicks off the New Year.

Two Overnight Fires

Two fires erupt overnight in Harrison County. Both fires taking place within minutes of each other, on "Longview Street" in Harrison County. The first fire destroyed a home workshop. Authorities are looking into the cause of this fire. The house…

Long Beach Schools Have New Leader

Long Beach schools are set to kick off this week with a new leading man. Dr Jay Smith took over as long beach superintendent over the summer. Dr. Smith has over 24 years of experience in education; including recent stints…

Local Dispatchers Make 100 Gift Bags

In the wake of recent police shootings, a group of past and present dispatchers from Gulfport and long beach got together to create 100 gift bags for dispatchers working in Baton Rouge. The bags had everything from candy to Advil…