spring break

Keesler adjusts gate schedule for spring break

Spring Break weekend officially kicks off today and traffic is expected to be heavy. In response, Keesler Air Force Base is adjusting their gate schedule until Monday, April 15th. The main entrance at White Avenue is closed to car and…

Biloxi prepares for Spring Break traffic

With Spring Break on the Coast just days away, the City of Biloxi has begun preparations for one of their busiest weekends of the year. In the past, the event has created its share of traffic congestion for drivers, causing…

Strong Thunderstorms This Weekend?

A developing weather system will eventually bring the chance for heavy rain and possibly strong t-storms into the area this weekend.

City of Biloxi traffic plan for Spring Break

After we finish the last of the king cakes, it will be time to hit the beach for spring break. As for traffic, the Biloxi Police Department plans to use the same traffic plan as last year. The plan limits…

Spring Break Weekend comes to an end

2018 Spring Break Weekend is officially over and the months of planning by Biloxi city officials seemed to have paid off. However, severe weather on the Coast did make a huge impact on the number of people originally expected. Empty…

Spring Break Weekend kicks off on the Coast

Today officially kicks off the start of Black Beach Weekend where thousands of visitors are expected to make their way to their way to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. News 25’s Veronica Bayona in Biloxi with more on this weekend’s event.

Spring Break business prep

Everybody along the Gulf Coast is well prepared for the Spring Break plans this weekend, including local businesses. Felix’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar in Gulfport will have crawfish ready for the weekend. The restaurant will be well staffed, rain or…

Spring Break Weekend kicks off on the Coast

Today officially kicks off the start of Black Beach Weekend, where thousands of visitors are expected to make their way to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. News 25’s Veronica Bayona is in Biloxi with more on this weekend’s event.

Severe weather for Spring Break

With the possibility of bad weather approaching this weekend, Spring Breakers should stay alert and remain safe. Traffic will not be the only concern for this event as high chances of severe weather could affect plans. The Biloxi Police Department…

Gulfport police announce spring break event for families

For the first time ever, Gulfport police will be hosting an alternative event for families during the big spring break event on the Coast next weekend. The announcement was made during a press conference at the police department this afternoon.…

Spring Break 2018 Gulfport Traffic Plan

On April 13th through April 15th, 2018 the Mississippi Gulf Coast will be hosting Spring Break 2018. In order to prepare for this event, the Gulfport Police Department wants to make sure that all of you are aware that we…

Are there enough police to help with Black Beach Weekend?

Black Beach Weekend is just around the corner and last year’s high turnout was record breaking. With vacancies at the Biloxi Police Department, is law enforcement equipped to handle the crowds? Spring break is in the air and out of…

City of Biloxi planning for spring break

The City of Biloxi is implementing traffic plans for spring breakers. The two inside lanes of Highway 90 will be closed for emergency vehicles, while the two outside lanes will remain open for travelers. Biloxi Police Chief John Miller says…

Taking a look at Biloxi Black Beach Weekend

Biloxi Black Beach Weekend 2017 is over and the thousands of spring breakers have cleared out. News 25’s Hank Davis has a closer look at the event's impact on the Coast. In 2017, Biloxi’s Black Spring Break Weekend drew in…

Mississippi Spring Break Weekend

The Gulf Coast was flooded with visitors this weekend as they celebrated their spring break in South Mississippi. People from all over the country fled to the beach to get some sun and enjoy the Gulf Coast during Biloxi Black…

Spring Break Clean-Up

Crews continue to sweep and clean up the roadways and beaches in Biloxi after the large turnout for spring break weekend. An extra 100 trash drums were placed along the beach near the coliseum...but garbage still lingered on the roads.…

Spring Break Traffic Managed In Gulfport

Although Highway 90 was heavily congested throughout the weekend, police were prepared. Police deployed a traffic plan which kept vehicles moving smoothly throughout the city for the most part. A vehicle fire did cause some issues but officers were able…

Wrapping Up Spring Break 2017

As many of those spring breakers are headed home, they'll be leaving behind a lot of their hard earned money at the hotels and restaurants on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, but what else is hanging around after a weekend full…

Spring Break Tips

On April 7th through April 9th, 2017 the Mississippi Gulf Coast will be hosting “Spring Break 2017”. In order to prepare for this event, the Gulfport Police Department wants to make sure that all of you are aware that we…