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Bay High School graduation rescheduled to Thursday due to weather
Due to inclement weather, the Bay Waveland School District announced that they are moving the graduation ceremony. The ceremony will now take place on Thursday, May 16th at 7 p.m. at Joe D. McCullough Stadium.
Man sentenced to 50 years for sexual battery and touching of a child for lustful purposes
Biloxi, MS – Thirty-five year-old Gary Raymon Rush of Meridian, MS was sentenced this week to a total of 50 years in custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections for the charges of Sexual Battery and two counts of Touching…
Biden and Trump agree on presidential debates on June 27 and in September
BY JOSH BOAK, ZEKE MILLER AND JILL COLVIN Updated 10:27 AM CDT, May 15, 2024 Share WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump on Wednesday agreed to hold two campaign debates in June and September — the first on June…
Port Director Bo Ethridge Steers ‘Port Pascagoula’ in New Direction
(PASCAGOULA, MS) – After one year as Port Director, Bo Ethridge is announcing a new direction and vision for “Port Pascagoula” through rebranding and business recruitment. Port Pascagoula’s Board of Commissioners met today to discuss plans for the Port’s new…
Former Governor Phil Bryant suing reporter for defamation
Former Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant and his wife, Deborah Bryant, are suing a Sports Illustrated reporter and Sports Illustrated’s parent company for defamation. In May 2023, Sports Illustrated published an article written by SI senior writer Michael Rosenberg titled ‘The…
Celebrate Cities: Diamondhead
WXXV Chief Meteorologist Rob Knight stopped by the Club at Diamondhead to continue our Celebrate Cities series in Diamondhead. This week we are celebrating all things Diamondhead! In this series, we will be highlighting cities all across the Gulf Coast.…
5/13 - Trey Tonnessen's "Severe Weather" Monday Night Forecast
Overview: Severe Thunderstorm watch still in place for coastal MS and coastal southeast LA. Possible Wake Low trying to develop behind the storms Hazards: All…
Victims identified in fatal overnight shooting in Gulfport
Two people have died after an overnight shooting in Gulfport, Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer confirms. The Gulfport Police Department are currently investigating the shooting in the 800 block of 27th Street, just a few blocks south of Pass Road.…
Traffic Alert: Popp’s Ferry Bridge reopen to traffic
The Popp's Ferry Bridge in Biloxi is now reopened to traffic. City officials tell News 25 that the bridge would not open or close and it was stuck in the down position. This caused the bridge to be closed to…
5/13 - Trey Tonnessen's "Enhanced Severe Risk" Monday Evening Forecast
The developing squall line over southwest Louisiana has already had a history of producing a few tornadoes and widespread wind damage. This line is expected…
Eviction deadline extended for Gulf Grove Apartments in Waveland
The Waveland Board of Alderman extended the eviction deadline for Gulf Grove Apartment residents. As we reported back in April, residents in the apartments were ordered to…
Waveland lifts city-wide boil water notice
The Boil Water Notice has been lifted for Waveland. In a social media post, the city said that the notice was due to a burst in the main water line. This notice was lifted at 3:15 on May 15th, 2024.…
‘Safer Act’ bill signed by Governor Tate Reeves
Governor Tate Reeves signs Senate Bill 2753, also known as the Safer Act, into law today. The bill sets new guidelines and restrictions on which bathrooms transgender people in Mississippi can use in public buildings. Most notably, the bill says…
5/13 - The Chief's "Heavy Rain, Severe Threat Continues" Monday Afternoon Forecast
THREAT FOR HEAVY RAINFALL AND SEVERITY. The Flood Watch will remain as rainfall amounts are still coming in from 3 to 6 inches with the…
Meggan Monday: 96-year-old just keeps on swimming
The Gulf Coast Swim Association just celebrated its 50th anniversary and how fitting for the group to have several competitive swimmers return last week to mark the occasion, along…
VIEWER PHOTOS: Northern Lights in South Mississippi
If you looked up at the sky on Friday night, you may have seen something unexpected! A strong solar storm caused Northern Lights to be seen as far down as the Gulf Coast. A few viewers even sent in some…
Safe rooms opening in Pearl River County
Due to the threat of severe weather this afternoon and overnight, all three saferooms in Pearl River County will open today at 5:00 PM and remain open until the threat of severe weather has passed. Pets are not allowed. Please…
5/13 - The Chief's "Severe Potential" Monday Morning Forecast
The upper flow is now supportive and subsequent lower level flows are also lining up to support the training of HEAVY RAINFALL. The first of 2 rounds…
5/12 - Trey Tonnessen's "Excessive Rainfall" Sunday Night Forecast
Good Sunday evening! Severe weather is back in the forecast, even though our risk areas are not as high as several places in the region have…
Special election set for June 18 in Biloxi to fill Ward 4 seat
The Biloxi City Council has scheduled a special election for Tuesday, June 18 for Ward 4 residents. The special election will be to fill the unexpired term of Ward 4 Councilmember Robert Deming III who resigned Tuesday evening. Here is…
Biloxi Police Department honors fallen officers
As National Police Week continues, South Mississippi law enforcement agencies continue to honor those officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. Outside the Biloxi Police Department, first…
Allegiant launches seasonal nonstop flights from Gulfport to Sanford, Florida
Get ready to jet off to a summer destination! Allegiant Airlines launched nonstop flights from Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport to Sanford, Florida today. Prices for one-way flights…
Electrik Maid bakery in Biloxi celebrates 100 years
An iconic Biloxi bakery is celebrating 100 years of tasty treats on the Coast! Electrik Maid Bakery first opened its doors on April 12th, 1924. Over the…
Recognizing the impact of the Biloxi Wade-in 65 years later
This summer marks 65 years since the start of the Biloxi Wade-ins, a significant moment in the civil rights movement here on the coast. "Stand up for…
Pass Christian High graduation moving indoors due to weather
Due to the prediction of the inclement weather on Friday, the Pass Christian High graduation ceremony has been moved. The graduation ceremony now takes place inside the Pass Christian High School gym. Doors will open at 7 p.m. and graduation…
Bay High School graduation rescheduled to Thursday due to weather
Due to inclement weather, the Bay Waveland School District announced that they are moving the graduation ceremony. The ceremony will now take place on Thursday, May 16th at 7 p.m. at Joe D. McCullough Stadium.
Man sentenced to 50 years for sexual battery and touching of a child for lustful purposes
Biloxi, MS – Thirty-five year-old Gary Raymon Rush of Meridian, MS was sentenced this week to a total of 50 years in custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections for the charges of Sexual Battery and two counts of Touching…
Harrison County School District Free Summer Meal Program
The Harrison County School District is preparing for the free summer meal program. The school district announced today that the program kicks off June 3rd. Breakfast will be served Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and lunch…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. is LIVE at Electrik Maid Bake Shop celebrating 100 years
If your looking for some sweets in the area, Electrik Maid Bake Shop might be the place for you! For a century, the Electrik Maid Bake Shop has been serving bread, cookies,…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Accident on I-10 E near Exit 50
There are delays on I-10 east in Jackson County right before Exit 50. Traffic is backed up in all eastbound lanes. According to MHP Officer Cal Robertson, the cause of the incident is a three-car accident near mile marker 49…
Gulfport High students visit the News 25 Studio
Earlier this morning, a class from Gulfport High School visited the WXXV News Studio! Our News Director Rick Boone gave the students a tour of the studio, showing…
MDPS hosts Fallen Officers Memorial Service
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety hosted its Fallen Officers Memorial Service. The ceremony at MDPS headquarters honored all DPD officers who lost their lives in the line of duty,…
Harrison County Sheriff’s Department honors fallen deputy
On this National Police Week, law enforcement agencies across the Coast are paying tribute to fallen officers who gave their lives in the line of duty. Earlier today, the…
Kicking it for Kids kickball tournament
The Kids of Pearl River County presents the Kicking it for Kids co-ed kickball tournament. This is the first year they are holding this tournament. The public is invited to come out for a family friend co-ed kickball tournament. Proceeds…
Port Director Bo Ethridge Steers ‘Port Pascagoula’ in New Direction
(PASCAGOULA, MS) – After one year as Port Director, Bo Ethridge is announcing a new direction and vision for “Port Pascagoula” through rebranding and business recruitment. Port Pascagoula’s Board of Commissioners met today to discuss plans for the Port’s new…
Hattiesburg plans to paint the city with over 100 murals
The city of Hattiesburg is striving to be "the city of 100 murals" here in the Magnolia state. VisitHATTIESBURG and the Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art recently unveiled the city's…
George County Civil Air Patrol looking for new members
The Civil Air Patrol is now taking to the skies of George County. The George County chapter currently has three adults who train and lead a seven-member cadet element in aerospace…
Mississippi Export Railroad announces new state-of-the-art Railcar Repair Shop
MOSS POINT, MISS., MAY 14, 2024 — Mississippi Export Railroad held a Gold Spike Ceremony for a new railcar repair shop specializing in tank qualification at the Helena Industrial Complex, Moss Point, Mississippi, on May 13. The Mark B. Miller Railcar Repair…