While you make your preparations for the incoming weather, first responders are doing the same, gearing up for what Tropical Storm Barry may bring. First responders are stressing the importance of ‘turn around, don’t drown’ in case flooding occurs in…
A major hazard hit the roads in Jackson County today after nails and screws were reported scattered across Interstate 10 in Pascagoula. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department posted an alert to its Facebook page, urging drivers to take alternate routes…
Well, the heat is ramping up on the Coast as we head into the weekend and that means people are finding ways to cool down. With highs now in the mid-90s and heat indices in the triple digits heading into…
Fireworks are a longstanding Fourth of July tradition. However, for some pets, the loud noises are not a reason to celebrate, they are a reason to panic. On and around Fourth of July, local shelters see an increase of animals…
The Mississippi Highway Patrol is gearing up for the Fourth of July holiday by beefing up patrols on the road. It’s all a part of a statewide campaign called ‘Drive Right Mississippi.’ Things kicked off July 1st and runs through…
It’s a great time to get together with friends and family this week as we celebrate our nation’s independence, but too often the fun turns into tragedy on our roadways. July 4th is one of the deadliest holidays of the…
We are just days away from the Fourth of July. Many people who live on the Coast are planning to spend their holiday out on the water, but while you are having fun, it’s important that you stay safe. In…
You can almost smell the grilled hot dogs and fireworks as we are getting very close to the Fourth of July. So, as we approach our nation’s birthday, fire safety should also be on our minds. Gulfport Fire Department says…
Chiefs of police from all across Mississippi are in Biloxi this week to network with each other and learn about new advances in law enforcement. Chiefs of police from every corner of Mississippi have gathered at the Golden Nugget in…
During the summer season, vacation and business travel makes hotels and motels our home away from home. That is why the Biloxi Fire Department is working to bring area visitors safety tips when planning a stay. When checking in, ask…
Little firefighters from across the Coast filled the Biloxi Fire Department today for the start of the Kids Fire Academy. While campers get to dress like firefighters they also learn the importance of fire safety and prevention. Do you have…
With temperatures creeping into the high 90s battling the heat is no easy task, but what about battling flames and extreme heat? When summer rolls around, firefighters are faced with that challenge on a regular basis. The Biloxi Fire Department…
We are officially at the start of another hurricane season and the Mississippi Department of Transportation wants you to prepare today. Hurricane maps are distributed in libraries, city halls, and other community areas. You can also order online at GOMDOT.com/MAPS.…
It’s really heating up out there and sometimes our furry friends end up feeling the burn. There is a city-wide ordinance in Biloxi that states if you leave an animal unattended in a vehicle and the animal appears to be…
We all love spending the long, sunny days of summer outdoors with our furry friends, but just like we protect ourselves from the sun’s UV rays, our pets need protection too. To stop your pet from feeling the burn this…
It takes just two seconds to buckle up when going for a drive, but for whatever reason, many people skip this potentially life-saving step. Which is why, starting today, the Biloxi Police Department will be taking part in the ‘Click…
In honor of National Boating Safety Week, it is important those who hit the water remain careful. The life jacket loaner stand, located at the Gulfport Harbor in Jones Park, ensures people on the Coast can have fun and stay…
Just in the past four days we have lost two South Mississippi residents due to drowning after being pulled under by currents. Thursday night, the body of Long Beach High School senior Peyton Henson was pulled from Wolf River and…
Summer travel season is here and that means people are booking places to stay all over the country and right here on the Gulf Coast. “I love Air BnB and I’ve been a guest at least 50 times and I've…
There is growing concern tonight for the safety of buyers and sellers using Facebook Marketplace. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department developed a new project focused on eliminating the dangers involved with meeting anonymous people. As online shopping continues to rise…
It is no secret that criminal activities take place over the roadways every day, even right here on the Gulf Coast, but law enforcement officers are working hard to make the highways safer. Interstate 10 runs through South Mississippi and…
It was a bloody scene over in Biloxi this morning, but no need to worry. It was all for a good reason. Over 150 volunteers covered themselves in fake blood and wounds in an attempt to simulate victims of a…
Black Beach Weekend draws people from all over the world to the Coast which means Biloxi police have to make sure they are ready to do all they can to keep everyone safe. An estimated 30,000 people attended Biloxi Spring…
Black Spring Break is next week which means now is a crucial preparation time for law enforcement in Biloxi. They are gearing up for the busy three days in many different ways. With the extra people in town, Biloxi Police…
