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Patrick Stewart, stage giant also of ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ fame, dies at 86
By MARK KENNEDY Patrick Stewart, the classically trained stage actor who scaled the Shakespearean canon and added gravitas to a “Star Trek” franchise and the “X-Men” films, has died. He was 86. Stewart died Wednesday in Los Angeles, following “a…
Pass Christian High students explore future opportunities at career showcase
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- Pass Christian High School is helping students look beyond the classroom and into their futures. About 500 students took part in a…
Pearl River County residents to vote on expanding alcohol sales
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) -- Residents of Pearl River County will have the chance to decide in the November 3 general election if alcohol sales…
Former President Bill Clinton campaigning for Colom in Tupelo
TUPELO, Miss. (WXXV)- A former president will be heading to the Magnolia State to campaign for Democratic Senate candidate Scott Colom. President Bill Clinton will be heading…
Keesler Air Force Base alerting public to exercise on base today
Keesler Air Force Base, Miss. (WXXV)- The 81st Training Wing is conducting a base-wide exercise today on Keesler Air Force Base Personnel and visitors may encounter Giant Voice (loudspeaker) announcements and sirens, traffic diversions, gate delays, disruptions to on-base services…
Hancock County voters to decide on school bond issue
With the general election approaching Tuesday, Nov. 3, voters in Hancock County will decide whether to approve a school bond issue that would increase taxes while funding…
Election Day 2026: What Mississippi voters need to know before heading to the polls
With Election Day approaching, Mississippi voters are preparing to head to the polls. For those balancing work, school, and other daily responsibilities,…
Election 2026: Rep. Mike Ezell seeking third term in Fourth Congressional District
Tuesday is Election Day and News 25 continues our conversations with the candidates in the Fourth Congressional District Race. Incumbent Republican Mike Ezell is…
Naval Construction Battalion Center honors employee for 53 years of service
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport honored a longtime dining facility employee with a Length of Service award for her 53…
Gulfport High’s Step Forward Project helping amputees around the world
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A project at Gulfport High School will soon make an international impact. WXXV News 25’s Brynne Baxley shows us how these students are…
CTA to end service at Edgewater Mall in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)– Coast Transit Authority riders who use stops at Edgewater Mall will soon need to adjust their travel plans. According to a press release from the Coast Transit Authority, bus service to Edgewater Mall will end on Sunday,…
Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast celebrates 60 years of impact
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Gulf Coast is marking 60 years of changing lives and building future leaders.…
Scott Colom holds press conference in Gulfport Tuesday
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Before his rally with Pete Buttigieg Tuesday, Scott Colom stopped in Gulfport to hold a press conference. Colom criticized Senator Cindy Hyde Smith’s vote against…
Missing Jackson County teen safely located
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Coast Crime Stoppers announced that 14-year-old Kaylee Boudreaux has been located safely. She was reported missing from her home in the St. Martin area this…
George County Sheriff’s Office releases updated photo of missing man
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Office is releasing an updated picture of Edward Thrasher. Thrasher was last seen on video footage at the Dollar General at Brushy Creek on October 21st. That sighting was around 5:50 in…
Mississippians rally in support of Scott Colom for U.S. Senate as election day closes in
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- We are in the last stretch as the November 3 election draws nearer. Vying for Mississippi’s U.S.…
More humidity creeps back in by the end of the week
Tonight will be partly cloudy, with temperatures dropping into the low and mid 50s and light winds becoming calm by Wednesday morning. Wednesday and Thursday will bring plenty of…
Election 2026: Independent Carl Boyanton running for Congress
On the ballot for South Mississippi voters is the race for the Fourth Congressional District. Three candidates are in the running. WXXV’s Aubrey Spears spoke with Independent Carl…
President Trump stops in Mississippi to campaign for Cindy Hyde-Smith
CORINTH, Miss. (WXXV)- President Trump traveled to Mississippi to campaign for incumbent Republican Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, underscoring the importance Republicans are placing on the race. Trump…
Biloxi landlord convicted of sexual battery of tenant
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Biloxi landlord was convicted of one count of sexual battery of a tenant after a two-day trial. According to District Attorney W. Crosby Parker, 65-year-old Tam John Trieu, of D’Iberville, was convicted last week on…
City of Moss Point announces boat launch closure
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Moss Point is alerting residents the Riverfront Boat Launch will be closed this Saturday, October 31. This is part of the…
Powerball climbs to $760 million
The new Powerball drawing will be worth a scary amount of money! More than three-quarters of a billion dollars, after no winning tickets were sold for last night’s drawing. Your next…
Goodwill offers shoppers affordable options for Halloween
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- With Halloween just days away, the search for the perfect costume is on. Some shoppers are turning to second-hand stores to celebrate the holiday without…
Election 2026: State Rep. Jeffrey Hulum III running as democratic candidate for Congress
Tuesday is Election Day. News 25 is talking with candidates in the Fourth Congressional District Race. WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott spoke to…
Crusaders for Veterans hosting ‘Cuts and Checkups’ event
Veterans will have a chance to take care of their health and enjoy a free haircut at an upcoming community event ‘Cuts and Checkups.’ Joining us to talk…
Woman killed in pedestrian involved accident in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-A woman was killed in a pedestrian involved accident in Jackson County. According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department, deputies responded to a vehicle crash involving a pedestrian at the intersection of Jim Ramsey Road and Meadowglen…
United in Blue Remembrance Gala happening in November
Joining us in studio are Dr. Karla Pope and Representative Zach Grady, president of United Blue, to talk about the upcoming remembrance gala here on the Gulf Coast.…
Supervisor Kent Jones hosting annual Halloween Bash
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Halloween is just around the corner and one Harrison County tradition is returning for its 11th year. District 4 Supervisor Kent Jones is hosting the…
Pass Christian High students explore future opportunities at career showcase
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- Pass Christian High School is helping students look beyond the classroom and into their futures. About 500 students took part in a…
Arrest made in communication wire theft in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is sharing an arrest made early Wednesday morning. Employees with AT&T reported the theft of communication wire on…
Vehicle pursuit in George County results in arrest
GEORGE COUNTY, Mis. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Office is sharing details on a vehicle pursuit through the Barton community. The incident happened on October 27th as narcotics…
Pearl River County residents to vote on expanding alcohol sales
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) -- Residents of Pearl River County will have the chance to decide in the November 3 general election if alcohol sales…
WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis shows us Goodwill Halloween offerings
We are nearing Halloween. If you don’t have a costume, it isn’t the end of the world! There’s still time to thrift a costume, finding something…
Former President Bill Clinton campaigning for Colom in Tupelo
TUPELO, Miss. (WXXV)- A former president will be heading to the Magnolia State to campaign for Democratic Senate candidate Scott Colom. President Bill Clinton will be heading…
Keesler Air Force Base alerting public to exercise on base today
Keesler Air Force Base, Miss. (WXXV)- The 81st Training Wing is conducting a base-wide exercise today on Keesler Air Force Base Personnel and visitors may encounter Giant Voice (loudspeaker) announcements and sirens, traffic diversions, gate delays, disruptions to on-base services…
Peter Anderson Festival seeking volunteers
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Peter Anderson Arts and Crafts Festival is calling on volunteers to help make this year’s event a success. The festival returns to Downtown Ocean Springs November…
HSSM hosts furry friends for Halloween fun
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Humane Society of South Mississippi hosted their trunk or treat celebration Tuesday. WXXV’s Chloe Carter attended with her fur baby Crew! Dogs dressed up in…
Hancock County voters to decide on school bond issue
With the general election approaching Tuesday, Nov. 3, voters in Hancock County will decide whether to approve a school bond issue that would increase taxes while funding…