Voters hear from candidates ahead of election day
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- On Tuesday night, political candidates were given the chance to speak directly to voters as we quickly approach the November 3 election. Nine candidates…
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Voters head to the polls Tuesday to vote on Hancock County School District Bond Issue
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Voters in Hancock County are heading to the polls Tuesday to decide the fate of a $49 million bond issue for the Hancock County School District. District leaders say aging facilities across the county need major…
Gulfport residents attend 'Meet the Candidates' event
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - With primaries just around the corner, Gulfport residents had the chance to be up close with candidates running for public office. The Mississippi Gulf Coast…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Lyman Community Center taking you to the polls on this Election Day
Today is the day South Mississippi to make your voice heard by going out to vote on this Election Day. Every vote counts, and voting is a direct way to shape…
Harrison County Tests Voter Machines For Accuracy
With less than 24 hours to go to election day, Harrison County is testing its voting machines to ensure accuracy. These tests are open to the public so voters can feel confident that their vote is accurate and accounted for. …
Hattiesburg Zoo in running for Top 10 Best Zoo Lights in USA Today
The Hattiesburg Zoo is being nominated to be a Holiday Readers' Choice for Best Zoo Lights in USA Today. Everyone can cast their vote once a day for the zoo to take home the honor. The link to vote can…
Mobile passes resolutions that will resume Amtrak's Gulf Coast passenger service
The Mobile City Council passed three resolutions Tuesday that would bring passenger rail service back to the Gulf Coast. The city, the Port of Mobile and Amtrak reached an agreement on July 24 that would provide for funding and the…
Senate to vote on bill that would allow liquor sales on Sunday
The Senate will soon vote on House Bill 329 -- which would allow liquor stores to be open on Sundays from 1 to 6…
Wetzel takes circuit clerk race in Harrison County
With all precincts reporting, Justin Wetzel has won the Harrison County circuit clerk's race. Wetzel will replace longtime circuit clerk Connie Ladner, who is retiring. Wetzel, a Republican, finished with 60 percent of the vote over independent Melvin Ray. Wetzel…
Ledbetter elected Jackson County Sheriff
Republican candidate John Ledbetter -- appointed to the Jackson County Sheriff position after Mike Ezell was elected to Congress -- has won the seat in the primary election. Ledbetter earned 67% with 5,512 votes, outpacing his opponents by more than…
Mississippi can’t restrict absentee voting assistance this year, US judge says as he blocks law
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Associated Press A federal judge is blocking a new Mississippi law that would set criminal penalties for some people who help others with absentee voting. The ruling comes as absentee ballots are already available for next…
Runoff election coming up Tuesday for Harrison County school board seat
Looking ahead to next week, there will be a runoff Tuesday to decide who will serve on the Harrison County School Board in District 2. Earlier this month, the field of five candidates was whittled down to two -- Tom…
Ezell captures District 4 congressional race
Republican Mike Ezell will succeed Steven Palazzo as the District 4 Representative for Mississippi in the U.S. Congress. The Associated Press called the election at 9:20 p.m. With 97% of the…
Coast K-9s in running for $15,000 Aftermath K9 Grant
Some Coast first responders are asking the public to help them win a grant to help with their K-9s. Aftermath, a company that specializes in trauma cleaning, is sponsoring the Aftermath K9 Grant. Between now and Monday, you can go…
Two Mississippi congressional incumbents win party primaries
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Two incumbent congressmen in Mississippi won party primaries Tuesday. Another, 4th District Republican Steven Palazzo, advanced to a June 28 runoff. 1ST DISTRICT Republican Rep. Trent Kelly defeated Mark D. Strauss in north…
Louisiana Supreme Court okays St. Tammany casino referendum
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Louisiana Supreme Court has ruled that a referendum on a proposed casino can be put to a vote in St. Tammany Parish as planned, overturning an appeals court ruling that could have jeopardized the election.…
Today is deadline to vote in November elections
Today, Monday, October 4, is the voter registration deadline for the November general and special elections, the Secretary of State announced. If you are registering in person, Mississippians must do so before 5 p.m. If registering by mail, all voter…
Mississippi protesters: Revive medical marijuana proposal
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Mississippi organizations receive $1 million in grants to help with voter registration
Five Mississippi organizations received more than $1 million in grants from the Southern Poverty Law Center to help with voter registration and mobilization, the center announced today. Dubbed Southern Echo, Mississippi's voter movement will engage in year-round voter registration. The…
Results of April 27 primary runoffs
Here are the results of the primary runoffs in each of the cities that had contested races. The general election in June 8. BILOXI Mayor FoFo Gilich is unopposed. Ward 1 Keith Anderson (R) will face George Lawrence (D) on…
Primary election results by city
Here are the election results in municipal election primaries held Tuesday, according to our media partner, The Sun Herald. Winners are listed in bold type. Where there is a runoff, both candidates are in bold. If the election is to…
Polls open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day in Mississippi
MISS. and ALA. (WCBI) – Polls open in Mississippi and in Alabama at 7:00 a.m. If you have never voted, or if it’s been a while, here are a few things you should know. Be sure to bring a photo id. In both states, you can use a driver’s license, a non-driver ID, a US […]
Need a ride to the polls? "Extend a Hand, Help a Friend" is providing free rides for absentee voting.
(WXXV) — Need a ride to the polls? "Extend a Hand, Help a Friend" is providing free rides to go vote for those in South Mississippi. "Extend a Hand, Help a Friend" is a non-profit organization based in Gulfport. If…