For today’s Wanted Wednesday, we’re taking you back to the Ocean Springs sexual assault case. The female victim told authorities she and the suspect, Manuel Alvelo, met on a social media site. According to statisticbrain.com, over 54 million people have…
Hurricane season hasn’t rolled in yet, but authorities say it’s never too early to be aware and get prepared. Emergency management officials, first responders, and members of our community filled up a classroom in Gulfport this morning for a general…
Hurricane season doesn’t start until June 1st, but for responding agencies it’s never too early to get prepared. Over the weekend, members from the Mississippi National Guard participated in hurricane exercises at the Combat Readiness Training Center in Gulfport. The purpose…
Kids at Woolmarket Elementary were up close and personal with fire trucks, fitness, and karate today for the school's health and safety fair. Agencies from AMR to the Biloxi Fire Department showed the students all the bells and whistles of…
The American Medical Response is asking families and businesses to improve house and building numbers as part of spring fix up. In a life-threatening emergency, every second is precious to the patient’s survival and if the building number is hard…
Buckle up, Mississippi, because it could soon be the law no matter where you sit in a car. Senators sent a bill that would require seat belts for all passengers, front seat or back, to Governor Phil Bryant for approval…
After another tense discussion, with participation from city leaders and residents, Biloxi will approach CSX with a proposal involving the city's railroad. That plan will call for the closing of six of the more dangerous crossings located east of Keesler…
After a tense day of discussion, with participation from city leaders and residents, Biloxi will approach CSX with a railroad cross proposal. That plan will call for six of the more dangerous crossings located east of Keesler Air Force Base…
After March 7th’s tragic accident, Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich is asking the city to begin the process of closing seven rail crossings. Biloxi city officials tell News 25 consolidating seven out of the city’s 29 rail crossings is all about…
The safety of a loved one is the number one concern of any parent that sends a child on a school bus. The video of what appears to be a Harrison County school bus going well above the speed limit…
Viewers on the WXXV Facebook page had strong reaction to the Harrison County school bus video. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson has been following this story and she has details. Parents with kids who attend Harrison County schools have reached out…
The safety of a loved one is the number one concern of any parent that sends a child on a school bus. This morning, a Harrison County school bus appears to be going well above the speed limit while taking…
Authorities say age may be a factor in the cause of yesterday’s three vehicle crash when an 81-year-old woman smashed her car into two buildings in Gulfport. Currently, there’s no age limit on when a driver can or can’t renew…
The Red Cross has teamed up with a local fire department to install more than 100 free smoke detectors in homes in the St. Andrews Gulf Parks Estates area. Registration is now open for families in the area in need…
In the wake of Tuesday’s tragedy, the City of Biloxi aims to prevent train collisions with new warning signs at railroad crossings. News 25’s Kendra Turley gives us a look at the new additions along Esters Boulevard. As people all…
In the wake of Tuesday’s tragedy, the City of Biloxi aims to prevent train collisions with new warning signs at railroad crossings. News 25’s Kendra Turley has the details.
The City of Ocean Springs is putting on the final touches on a project aiming to shed light on safety and the environment. City officials have been working on installing more street lights and replacing existing lights in Ocean Springs…
Crews are picking up thousands of Mardi Gras beads and taking down barricades in Pass Christian following the day parade on Sunday. Over 30,000 people attended which is much smaller than previous years. There was an increase of law enforcement…
The City of Pass Christian is putting the final touches on the annual St. Paul’s Carnival Association Parade, which is set to roll Sunday. This year’s parade will start at 11:30 a.m., a half hour earlier than in the past.…
As a part of Mississippi’s Spring Severe Weather Preparedness Week, schools around our Coast took part in a state-wide tornado drill this morning. When they hear the sound of the alarm, these kindergartners at Three Rivers Elementary know what to…
Governor Phil Bryant declared February 20th through the 24th Mississippi Spring Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Each day tackles a destructive weather we have seen here in South Mississippi. This includes thunderstorms, hail, lightning, and tornadoes. Also make sure you know…
News 25's Laurene Callander, tells us about Spring Severe Weather Preparedness Week on the gulf coast.
A skateboard accident in downtown Ocean Springs raises concern for city leaders and local businesses. A week ago, a young man on a skateboard fell at the intersection of Government Street and Bellande Avenue. The teen was left unconscious after…
With all the Mardi Gras balls and parades going on, it’s a great time to be on the Coast. Police want to make sure the streets stay safe during all the fun. Law enforcement is watching for anyone being a…
