While you’re letting the good times roll during the Mardi Gras parades, it is important to remember to put safety first. The Biloxi Police Department wants to remind all paradegoers to follow all safety procedures, including staying behind the barricades…
School transportation directors from across the state were on the Coast today to learn about new school bus technologies. A school bus safety technology demonstration was held today the Scarlet Pearl as a part of the Mississippi Association of Pupil…
Members of the Biloxi Junior Leadership Program get schooled this month in a wide range of areas. The group is participating in a series of sessions that include topics like etiquette and manners, cultural diversity, government policy, and the do’s…
U.S. security agencies and the Department of Homeland Security have seen an increase in hacking activity this year and Harrison County officials are sending the message to residents, encouraging everyone to be a little more conscious of what you’re posting…
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department has been investigating a series of car break-ins over the last few days. They say the break ins have been committed with in the late night, early hours in the Harleston community near Lilly-Coleman Road.…
The National Championship is here and that means local LSU fans will be out in full force at sports books, bars, and pubs to cheer on their team. This also means police will be right alongside these fans to make…
As predictions of inclement weather continue for our area, Harrison County Fire and Rescue Services want to ensure drivers are safe. The National Weather Service issued a coastal flood and wind advisory for the area through tomorrow. For many, that…
Five years of fatal collision data is revealing a dim reality for Mississippi drivers. Mississippi is ranked number one as the most dangerous state to drive in for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. During the study, the group…
Some of the busiest travel days of the year are ahead of us. In fact, for Christmas and New Year’s nation-wide over 110 million people are expected to be on the roads. That’s why MDOT is planning on suspending all…
We are in the peak of holiday season so plenty of parties and gatherings are on everyone’s calendar and for a lot of people that includes drinking. Gulfport Police and the Transportation Department are working together to remind everyone of…
With deadlines fast approaching for holiday shipping, it is important to stay vigilant when sending and receiving gifts through the mail. First, make sure if you are expecting a delivery it is a safe bet to be home or have…
The Christmas season officially kicked off in Biloxi this week and with more festivities planned, Biloxi Police are asking everyone to keep safety in mind while enjoying the season. "Crime tends to rise as the criminals take advantage of all…
Four new stop signs are capturing the attention of local drivers in Long Beach. The four way intersection of Cleveland and Railroad Street is now home to the recently added stop signs each with LED flashing lights. It’s the first…
With Christmas quickly approaching, Biloxi police wants everyone to enjoy themselves while also keeping safety in mind. Crime tends to rise as criminals aim to take advantage of the hustle and bustle of this time of year. Remember to always…
Holiday season wouldn’t be complete without the food, but be mindful. Thanksgiving is the peak for home cooking fires. To prevent the worst from happening just follow some simple cooking procedures such as not leaving the kitchen while cooking or…
Do you have your Real ID yet? Well, if you don’t you might want to hurry before October 1st, 2020. Save the date, October 1st, 2020, if you try to get on an airplane without a Real ID you’ll be…
House fires are an issue year round, but experts say they become more prevalent as the temperature drops. Attempting to knock the winter edge off is a task all are faced with, but for some it can be deadly. “Heating…
With the growing concern for the safety of girls and young ladies throughout the country as disappearances and kidnappings become more prevalent, the self-defense experts at the Combat Academy in Gulfport are making it their mission to share tips you…
As Halloween night inches closer and closer, it’s a good time to keep your pet’s safety in mind. Maridee Mallette with the Jackson County Animal Shelter says keeping pets in a quiet room or crate may help if your pet…
As we get closer to Halloween, scary things are everywhere, but for some parents there is nothing scarier than seeing their teens behind the wheel of a car. That’s why this week has been named ‘National Teen Driver Safety Week.’…
Community members in a Gulfport neighborhood are concerned for their safety after three branches have fallen on their roofs multiple times. Now, one neighbor says he is desperate to have someone help them in this situation. John Neumeyer has lived…
Over 800 government and transportation officials from across North America have been in Biloxi this week to learn more about advancements in the trucking industry. The Mississippi Highway Patrol is hosting the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual conference at the…
On Monday, officials broke ground on the brand new police headquarters in D’Iberville. This new state of the art police building will include a feature that aims to keep everyone safe when meeting up to do trades. These areas will…
If you have plans to drive anywhere in Gulfport today, you may want to use a little more caution at the city’s railroad crossings. Gulfport police are set up at the rail-crossing on 17th Street giving out railroad safety cards…