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Judge sets $5M bond for third man charged in death of Black woman whose body was later hung in tree
By SOPHIE BATES JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A Mississippi judge set a $5 million bond Monday for a third man charged in the death of a Black woman whose body was found hanging from a tree in August. Police disclosed…
Stone Tomcats play first-ever home game at Tomcat Field
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- After years of planning and anticipation, Stone Tomcat Nation is finally coming home. The Stone County School District hosted its first-ever home football…
Harrison County fire crews battle large woods fire Sunday
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Firefighters spent hours battling a large woods fire in West Harrison County Sunday. Harrison County Fire Rescue and Mississippi Forest Commission Crews were…
Stone County Correctional Facility offers program that prepares inmates for re-entry
The Stone County Correctional Facility has developed a waitlist for inmates interested in a program designed to prepare them for life after incarceration. JC Roberts…
Mississippi returns to the Rose Parade
Mississippi is heading back to the Rose Parade. This time, it’s bringing a taste of southern hospitality. Visit Mississippi has unveiled its float for the 2027 Rose Parade, celebrating the…
Mississippi LIFT helping with education across the state
Mississippi LIFT is taking educational resources on the road. Its mobile units are traveling across the state to connect rural families with free learning materials. Sami Jordan with…
Singing River Health System announces first recipients of Clinical Courage Award
The Singing River Health System announced the first recipients of the Clinical Courage award. The award is presented by the Professional Development and Education Department,…
Mississippi community colleges to receive workforce funds
Mississippi is receiving more than $8.5 million in federal funding to expand short-term workforce training. Governor Tate Reeves says the initiative will bring together all 15 of the state’s…
Beautiful and dry weekend on tap
Tonight will be mostly clear and pleasantly cool, with temperatures dropping into the upper 60s. Saturday will bring plenty of sunshine with a high near 88 degrees, but looking mostly…
Loco Beach Coconuts bring Banana Ball fun to Waveland ahead of big weekend
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV) — Banana Ball excitement is taking over the Mississippi Gulf Coast as the Loco Beach Coconuts teamed up with Tropical Smoothie Cafe for…
Saints' return to the Superdome: 'Domecoming' remembered 20 years later
NEW ORLEANS, WXXV— Twenty years ago today, the Gulf South witnessed one of the most memorable nights in sports history. On Sept. 25, 2006, the New Orleans Saints returned to the Superdome for the first time since Hurricane Katrina, hosting…
Jackson County Coroner, Health Department offices evacuated following bomb threat
The offices of the Jackson County Coroner and Jackson County Health Department were evacuated Thursday morning after a bomb threat involving a reported explosive device under a vehicle. Jackson County Coroner Bruce Lynd told WXXV the evacuation took place around…
Free Gulfport program helps nursing home residents stay connected through technology
A free Gulfport program is helping nursing home residents use technology to stay connected with family and friends. Gulf Coast Connection Services provides one-on-one technology…
Mississippi welcomes record 45.5 Million visitors in 2025, generating record $18.9 Billion in economic impact
State leaders say Mississippi saw a record year for tourism in 2025. A new report shows the state welcomed 45 and a half million visitors, generating a nearly $19 billion in total economic impact. Visitors spent a record $12.4 billion…
Deadline set for Harrison County residents to apply for Tropical Storm Arthur assistance
Harrison County residents impacted by the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur have until October 3 to apply for federal disaster assistance. In-person help…
New details in exam of Nolan Wells' cell phone
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI (WXXV) -- New details coming to light on Thursday after Attorney Ben Crump and his team held another press conference to discuss the forensic…
State Medical Examiner Office's autopsy report in Nolan Wells case released
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi State Medical Examiner's Office autopsy report for Nolan Wells was publicly released Thursday by attorney Ben Crump and his team. Wells' cause and…
Looking quiet and comfortable through the weekend
Tonight will be partly cloudy with temperatures dropping to around 70. Friday looks sunny and nice, with a high near 88 and a northeast breeze around 10 mph. By…
Spreading overdose prevention awareness on National Save a Life Day
Mississippi is joining a national effort to raise awareness about overdose prevention. WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis shows us how local organizations are participating in National…
District Attorney Angel Myers McIlrath releases statement on the Nolan Wells death investigation
District Attorney Angel Myers McIlrath has released a statement in relation to the Nolan Wells death investigation. The grand jury report in this investigation was released on Monday. On Thursday, the Mississippi State Medical Examiner’s Office autopsy report was released…
Traintastic hosting inaugural Conductor’s Ball in December
Traintastic is getting ready to jingle and jam for a good cause this holiday season with the inaugural Conductor’s Ball coming up in December. Here to tell us more…
Attorney General’s Office reviews two South Mississippi deputy-involved shootings
The Mississippi Attorney General’s Office has completed its review of two deputy-involved shootings in South Mississippi from late 2025. Investigators ruled that the use of force was justified in both instances. The first case happened in Pearlington on September 14,…
Exploring artificial intelligence at Inaugural Gulf Coast AI Summit
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Inaugural Gulf Coast AI Summit brought together business owners, educators, healthcare professionals, and community members to explore the growing world of artificial intelligence.…
Mississippi State Bulldogs break a world record
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi State Bulldogs set a new world record at Saturday’s football game. Bulldogs rang a total of 41,819 cowbells at the same time. More than 50…
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September shines a spotlight on suicide prevention and the importance of reaching out to those who may be struggling. Here to help us better understand the warning signs and the…
Two injured in early morning home robbery in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff's Office is investigating an armed robbery and aggravated assault that left two people injured. Deputies say it happened around 2 Monday morning at a home in the 100 block of Lucy’s Drive.…
Butterflies in the Pass event returns to Pass Christian
Get ready for a beautiful day of color, community, and fun as Butterflies in the Pass returns to the Coast. We’re talking about what families can expect…
Local family to appear on Family Feud Tuesday on WXXV NBC
Family Feud is one of the more popular TV game shows currently. It’s especially popular here in South Mississippi, where you can watch it weekdays…
Firefighters battle mechanic shop fire in Moss Point over the weekend
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Firefighters in Moss Point battled a large structure fire early Saturday morning. The Moss Point Fire Department says crews were called…
Stone Tomcats play first-ever home game at Tomcat Field
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- After years of planning and anticipation, Stone Tomcat Nation is finally coming home. The Stone County School District hosted its first-ever home football…
Harrison County fire crews battle large woods fire Sunday
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Firefighters spent hours battling a large woods fire in West Harrison County Sunday. Harrison County Fire Rescue and Mississippi Forest Commission Crews were…
Jackson County Fire Protection Team fights garage fire on Sunday evening
St. Martin, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection team fought a fire over the weekend. Crews responded to a reported garage fire on Bayou Pines Drive in the St. Martin area Sunday evening. Crews arriving to find a two-story…
Stone County Correctional Facility offers program that prepares inmates for re-entry
The Stone County Correctional Facility has developed a waitlist for inmates interested in a program designed to prepare them for life after incarceration. JC Roberts…
D’Iberville PD stops by D’Iberville High School to discuss law enforcement careers
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- The D’Iberville Police Department made a stop at the high school Wednesday, talking to students about careers in law enforcement. The department says one of the…
Pelican rehabilitated in Pass Christian released into wild
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pass Christian Fire Department is sharing details on a pelican crews helped rescue last month. After being picked up at Pass Christian Academy…
Mississippi returns to the Rose Parade
Mississippi is heading back to the Rose Parade. This time, it’s bringing a taste of southern hospitality. Visit Mississippi has unveiled its float for the 2027 Rose Parade, celebrating the…
Downtown Ocean Springs voted ‘best downtown shopping’ area by MS Magazine
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Ocean Springs is earning statewide recognition for its downtown shopping and environment. Mississippi Magazine readers have named the City of Discovery…
William Carey University welcomes educators to leadership academy
William Carey University welcomed administrators from Madison County for their leadership academy. Open to anyone kindergarten through 12th grade, the tradition campus was open for a week of…