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Another warm night with increasing humidity
Tonight will remain clear and warm, with temperatures falling into the mid 70s. Sunshine dominates again on Thursday and Friday, with afternoon highs climbing from the upper 80s to around…
MDOT highlights railroad crossing safety tips to prevent crashes, fatalities in Mississippi
The Mississippi Department of Transportation is on a mission to stress the importance of safety at railroad crossings to prevent crashes and fatalities. MDOT’s…
Three Rivers Road closure begins in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A large stretch of Three Rivers Road in Gulfport is now closed until mid-July. Drainage work started Wednesday between Dedeaux Road and Angela Drive. If work…
AT&T donates laptops to Jackson County students, expanding digital access
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County students are getting a boost, thanks to AT&T investing in their future with new tools for learning and long-term success. A…
Two men denied bond in deputy involved shooting in Covington County
COVINGTON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The two men accused of shooting and seriously injuring a Covington County sheriff’s deputy have been denied bond. Cortavious and Cortavion Hobbs appeared in court Wednesday to face charges of attempted capital murder and hindering prosecution.…
Former Ocean Springs police chief Carolyn Frayser dies
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Police Department is mourning the loss of a trailblazer in Mississippi law enforcement history. The department announced retired Police Chief Carolyn…
Man arrested in Gulfport after armed robbery sparked by delivery fee dispute
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport police made an arrest in a Tuesday armed robbery that began after an argument over a delivery fee. Officers responded to the 600 block of Sarazen Drive around 8:15 a.m. after reports of a person with…
Exercise underway at NCBC Base in Gulfport; residents may hear increased activity
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- You may hear an increase in activity near the Seabee Base over the next week as an exercise begins. NCBC officials say that the exercise kicked off Wednesday in conjunction with the Army Reserve’s 78th Training Support…
New initiative aims to empower women in the gaming industry on the Gulf Coast
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)-A new initiative aimed at empowering women in the Gulf Coast gaming industry is now underway after launching…
Search continues for suspect wanted in connection with May drive-by shooting in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport Police Department are continuing to search for a suspect wanted in connection with a drive-by shooting. Twenty-one-year-old Deshawn Marques Reed is wanted in connection with a drive-by shooting that happened on May 16 on 34th Street.…
The Downtowner is officially open in Downtown Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- There’s a new spot on the Coast serving breakfast, lunch, and a taste of local history. The wait is finally over. The Downtowner is officially…
Biloxi Fred Haise statue and moonwalk undergoing updates; area to be renamed
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- The Fred Haise statue and moonwalk mural at the Biloxi Lighthouse Pier are getting a refresh and soon, a new…
UNOFFICIAL RESULTS: Gulfport City Council Ward 2 Special Election
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-- The preliminary results are in for the special election for the…
Sunny, hot, and mostly dry through the workweek
Tonight will be mostly clear with lows only falling into the mid and upper 70s along the coast and low 70s inland. Light southeast winds will become calm overnight, making…
Port of Gulfport dredging project recommended for congressional approval
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)--The Port of Gulfport has cleared a major hurdle in its effort to expand the ship channel serving Mississippi's state port. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has officially recommended the project for congressional authorization, making it eligible…
Memorial Hospital Biloxi Introduces Advanced Heart Pump Technology for Cardiac Patients
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV) — There is good news for people living with heart disease on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Memorial Hospital Biloxi is now offering an advanced treatment designed to help…
Biloxi woman convicted in 2025 slashing incident
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)--A Biloxi woman has been convicted of aggravated assault after prosecutors say she slashed a man's throat with a…
Driver who was killed in Tuesday morning wreck on 1-10 in Jackson County identified by MHP
Jackson County, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Highway Patrol has identified the individual who died following a wreck on I-10 in Jackson County early Tuesday morning. The agency says 26-year-old Christian Villa of Gulfport was driving a Kawasaki ZR90 westbound on…
Suspects in officer-involved shooting captured
UPDATE (1:20 a.m. on June 9th): Two suspects wanted for an officer-involved shooting have been arrested Tuesday morning. The Mississippi Department of Public Safety says 18-year-old Cortavious Hobbs was wanted along with 19-year-old Cortavion Hobbs. Both were wanted in connection…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic nears finish as anglers compete for big prize
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The 29th annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic is entering its final stretch with one last chance for anglers to make…
Port of Gulfport dredging project recommended for congressional authorization
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Port of Gulfport is moving one step closer to a major project that could reshape shipping along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Port…
MGCCC, J. Allen Automotive team up for new diesel technician apprenticeship program
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) -Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College and J. Allen Automotive Group signed an agreement on Wednesday, establishing a new diesel technician apprenticeship…
Reminders from Biloxi Police Department ahead of Scrapin' the Coast 2026
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- We are just a few weeks out from this year’s Scrapin' the Coast and the Biloxi Police Department is already preparing for…
Runaway George County teen found safe
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- We have an update on a missing teen from George County. Sixteen-year-old Jayden Conyers has been located safe. He was originally reported as a runway on Monday, but had been missing since last Friday. The George…
Pascagoula Men’s Club hosting Inshore Challenge
The Pascagoula Men’s Club is hosting an inshore challenge this weekend. On June 13, anglers are invited out to the Point Park. Chris Langston joins us with details. For more…
Singing River Foundation hosting Sip, Bam, Brunch Mahjong event
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-Singing River Foundation is hosting a Mahjong social this Saturday. It’s taking place at the Gulf Hills Hotel and Resort in Ocean Springs. The…
MDOT highlights railroad crossing safety tips to prevent crashes, fatalities in Mississippi
The Mississippi Department of Transportation is on a mission to stress the importance of safety at railroad crossings to prevent crashes and fatalities. MDOT’s…
Mississippi Aquarium introducing Animal Academy
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is inviting the public for a behind-the-scenes look at their newest Animal Academy. Nicole Martz joins us in studio with the details. For more…
Three Rivers Road closure begins in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A large stretch of Three Rivers Road in Gulfport is now closed until mid-July. Drainage work started Wednesday between Dedeaux Road and Angela Drive. If work…
AT&T donates laptops to Jackson County students, expanding digital access
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County students are getting a boost, thanks to AT&T investing in their future with new tools for learning and long-term success. A…
Stone County NAACP hosting Community Health Fair
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County branch of the NAACP will be hosting a community health fair this month. On tap are free services and fun for the…
Pet of the Week: Pumpkin and Spice are looking for forever homes
Every other Tuesday, we feature a pet up for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Joining us in studio are Maridee and Janine…
Movers and Shakers Social Club hosting Juneteenth Celebration in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The Movers and Shakers Social Club is hosting a Juneteenth celebration on June 20. The Biloxi Town Green will be full of music, games,…
D’Iberville Historical Society founder Dale Greenwell passes away
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- The D’Iberville Historical Society shares that founder Dale Greenwell has passed away. The historical society shared Tuesday Greenwell’s wife said his health was declining rapidly.…
Former Ocean Springs police chief Carolyn Frayser dies
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Police Department is mourning the loss of a trailblazer in Mississippi law enforcement history. The department announced retired Police Chief Carolyn…
Man arrested in Gulfport after armed robbery sparked by delivery fee dispute
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport police made an arrest in a Tuesday armed robbery that began after an argument over a delivery fee. Officers responded to the 600 block of Sarazen Drive around 8:15 a.m. after reports of a person with…
Exercise underway at NCBC Base in Gulfport; residents may hear increased activity
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- You may hear an increase in activity near the Seabee Base over the next week as an exercise begins. NCBC officials say that the exercise kicked off Wednesday in conjunction with the Army Reserve’s 78th Training Support…
New initiative aims to empower women in the gaming industry on the Gulf Coast
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)-A new initiative aimed at empowering women in the Gulf Coast gaming industry is now underway after launching…